Cabinet approves new Coastal Regulation Zone notification
6 years ago

Cabinet approves new Coastal Regulation Zone notification

The Quint  

New Delhi, Dec 28 The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the Coastal Regulation Zone Notification-2018 for promoting economic growth in the coastal areas, the government said on Friday. The move comes in the backdrop of a series of representations received by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change from various coastal states and Union Territories, besides other stakeholders for a comprehensive review of the provisions of the CRZ Notification, 2011. "The CRZ Notification-2018 will lead to enhanced activities in the coastal regions thereby promoting economic growth while also respecting the conservation principles of coastal regions. The new notification is expected to rejuvenate the coastal areas while reducing their vulnerabilities," an official note said.

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Long-term housing plan for fishers across Tamil Nadu delayed due to red tape
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New Indian Express  

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Hindustan Times  

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2 years, 5 months ago

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The Hindu  

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2 years, 5 months ago

Several coastal zone projects approved despite environmental impact assessment inadequacies: CAG report

The Hindu  

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3 years, 10 months ago

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Live Law  

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5 years, 3 months ago

Preparation Of CZMP In Relation To A Plot Is 'Empty Formality' If It Continues To Be CRZ II In 2019 Notification : Bombay HC [Read Judgment]

Live Law  

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Goa to push Centre for designation of low-lying lands as eco-sensitive zones
5 years, 5 months ago

Goa to push Centre for designation of low-lying lands as eco-sensitive zones

Hindustan Times  

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New Coastal Regulation Zone Notification Issued By Central Government [Read Notification]
5 years, 11 months ago

New Coastal Regulation Zone Notification Issued By Central Government [Read Notification]

Live Law  

The Central Ministry of Environment Forests and Climate Change notified new Coastal Regulation Zone norms to replace the existing CRZ Notification of 2011 on January 18.The MoFCC said that the new CRZ notification, issued under Section 3 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986 seeks to "to promote sustainable development based on scientific principles taking into account the dangers. The Central …

‘New CRZ notification spells a death knell to coastal communities’
6 years ago

‘New CRZ notification spells a death knell to coastal communities’

The Hindu  

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