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HC asks for lift safety guidelines as Telangana govt delays law
Telangana High Court, frustrated by state's delay since 2015, orders petitioner to research and propose lift safety rules. 3 deaths, 7 injuries reported recently. Read the full story.
Karnataka Shows the Way on Disability Rights & Inclusion
Three decades after disability legislation, many in India still face exclusion. Discover how Karnataka is pioneering inclusive governance and setting a national example for equal rights.
Activists oppose landfill eco clearance exemption
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
SC Ruling on Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Sparks Outrage
Supreme Court's reversal on post-facto environmental approvals threatens constitutional right to healthy environment. Experts warn this decision could worsen India's pollution crisis.
India-Norway Pact Cuts EPD Certification Cost by 70%
Pune's Greenex partners with Norway's EPD Global to help Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs, get Environmental Product Declarations. This strategic move cuts certification costs and boosts global market competitiveness.
Costly Reversal on Green Governance: SC Ruling
Supreme Court's retrospective project clearances dilute environmental jurisprudence and may incentivise violations. Read how this decision impacts India's green future.
Kannada Disregard in Domestic Workers Bill Draws Flak
Karnataka Development Authority urges government to publish domestic workers bill draft in Kannada. Workers' unions welcome the initiative but highlight significant gaps in the proposed legislation.
SC Vanashakti Recall: No Win for Retrospective EC
Supreme Court recalls Vanashakti judgment but maintains environmental protection principles. Prior Environmental Clearance remains crucial as ecological damage is irreversible. Industry celebrations premature.
Karnataka CM Announces 5 Green Awards for Environmentalists
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
SC recalls ban on retrospective environmental clearances
Supreme Court recalls May 16 verdict barring ex post facto environmental clearances in 2-1 split decision. Majority cites Rs 20,000 crore public resources at stake while dissenting judge calls it environmental retrogression.
SC Rejects Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances
Supreme Court recalls May verdict, says ex post facto environmental clearances violate law. Case referred to new bench for fresh consideration. Read the full story.
Justice Bhuyan dissents on retrospective green clearances
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan delivers sharp dissent against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them 'anathema' to environmental law. Read the full analysis.
Trump Supports 500% Tariffs on Russia Trade Partners
US President Donald Trump signals support for a Senate bill imposing massive tariffs on countries, including India and China, for business with Russia. Explore the potential impact on global trade and India's economy.
Domestic Workers Bill Gaps Worry Karnataka Unions
Karnataka's new domestic workers legislation faces union backlash over social security exclusions, inadequate grievance mechanisms, and registration concerns. Learn what needs fixing.
UAE Launches AI Environmental Data Portal
The UAE's Environment Agency launches an AI-powered digital portal to revolutionize environmental monitoring and reporting, enhancing data accessibility.
Amazon, Microsoft Support Nvidia China Export Restrictions
Amazon joins Microsoft in supporting US legislation that would limit Nvidia's chip exports to China, creating rare rift between the AI giants. Bill could reshape global AI competition.
Oman wins seat on UNESCO MAB Council for 2025-2029
Oman secures a seat on UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme council, reinforcing its global environmental leadership and commitment to sustainable development goals. Discover how this impacts global ecology.
Turkey's LGBTQ Community Faces Existential Threat from New Law
Turkey's proposed legislation threatens to further marginalize LGBTQ individuals, criminalizing what authorities call 'deviant propaganda' and raising alarms about fundamental rights erosion.
Chhattisgarh HC acts on Korba fly ash dumping crisis
Chhattisgarh High Court intervenes in Korba's environmental emergency, directing authorities to halt fly ash dumping in mine pits and implement sustainable disposal solutions.
Bengaluru's EMPRI gets ₹550 crore mega makeover
Karnataka's environmental research institute EMPRI in Bengaluru is set for a massive ₹550 crore redevelopment, transforming it into a world-class sustainability hub with state-of-the-art facilities and expanded campus.
Maldives Bans Tobacco for Future Generations
The Maldives Parliament passes groundbreaking legislation to permanently ban tobacco for anyone born after 2024, creating the world's first 'tobacco-free generation' in a bold public health move.
Rajan: US HIRE Act bigger threat than H-1B visa hikes
Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan sounds alarm about new US legislation that could significantly impact India's IT sector and talent flow to America.
India's Sand Mining Crisis: Ecological Disaster Ahead
India's construction boom fuels alarming sand mining practices, causing irreversible damage to river ecosystems, groundwater depletion, and threatening millions of livelihoods. Learn about the environmental crisis unfolding across the nation.
New law against fake seeds & pesticides to protect farmers
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces comprehensive legislation to combat substandard agricultural inputs, ensuring farmer protection and food security.
NEHU scholars attend climate workshop in Bhutan
Students and faculty from North-Eastern Hill University participate in transformative climate change workshop in Bhutan, focusing on sustainable solutions and cross-border environmental collaboration.
Karnataka Governor Returns Buffer Zone Bill for Bengaluru Lakes
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot returns controversial buffer zone legislation for large lakes, demanding clearer definitions and addressing stakeholder concerns about Bengaluru's water bodies.
Judges Targeted for Strong Environmental Orders: Justice Oka
Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay Oka reveals how judges face targeted campaigns for passing strong environmental orders. Discover the growing threats to judicial independence in India's climate battle.
Guwahati's Mora Bharalu River Crisis: Garbage Menace Grows
Unchecked waste dumping along Guwahati's Mora Bharalu river sparks health concerns and environmental outrage among local residents. Discover the growing ecological crisis.
GOP Demands Probe Into Biden's Autopen Bill Signings
House Republicans escalate confrontation with Biden administration, urging Justice Department probe into President's use of autopen for signing key bills while overseas.
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