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Air pollution, Yamuna: Can Rekha Gupta govt match intent with action?
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Air pollution, Yamuna: Can Rekha Gupta govt match intent with action?

India Today  

Delhi Budget 2025 was meant to dazzle. With Rs 506 crore allocated for improving air quality and Rs 1,500 crore for cleaning the river, the Budget has sought to back up the BJP’s election promises with solid funds, seeking to offer a pragmatic, even if ambitious, plan to correct decades of environmental neglect. The government’s is committing Rs 500 crore …

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Sri City committed to maintaining environmental sustainability, says MD
2 days ago

Sri City committed to maintaining environmental sustainability, says MD

The Hindu  

Sri City plays a pioneering role as a world-class smart business destination and is committed to maintaining environmental sustainability and circular economy practices, said its managing director Ravindra Sannareddy. Mr. Ravindra Sannareddy visited the Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board headquarters on Wednesday, and held an interactive session with senior officers and divisional heads. During his presentation attended by APPCB Chairman …

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Delhi to have centre for real time air, water quality monitoring: Govt
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2 days, 13 hours ago

Delhi to have centre for real time air, water quality monitoring: Govt

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta in her maiden budget presentation on Tuesday proposed “to set up an Integrated Command and Control Center ” for real-time monitoring of air and water quality, noise levels, and waste management in Delhi. The BJP government in Delhi has made a ₹ 506 crore provision for the environment and forest departments, of which ₹ …

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Democrats say EPA illegally canceled hundreds of grants aimed at boosting ‘environmental justice’
2 days, 18 hours ago

Democrats say EPA illegally canceled hundreds of grants aimed at boosting ‘environmental justice’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency illegally canceled grants worth more than $1.5 billion focused on improving the environment in minority communities hit hard by pollution, Senate Democrats say. Former Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-N.Y., President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head the Environmental Protection Agency, appears before the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on Capitol Hill, Jan. 16, 2025, in …

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Over 3,000 hectares of forest destroyed in Odisha wildfires, reveals minister
2 days, 21 hours ago

Over 3,000 hectares of forest destroyed in Odisha wildfires, reveals minister

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has suffered extensive damage to its forest cover due to rampant wildfires, with nearly 3,000 hectares scorched in just the past three months. Over the last four years, a staggering 53,820 hectares of forest have been completely destroyed by fires, raising concerns over the state’s environmental security. Responding to a question raised by BJD MLA Ramesh Behera, the …

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Eat grass-fed beef, help the planet? Research says not so simple
3 days, 6 hours ago

Eat grass-fed beef, help the planet? Research says not so simple

The Hindu  

For cattle fattened in fields instead of feedlots, the grass may be greener, but the carbon emissions are not. A study out Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences finds that even in the most optimistic scenarios, grass-fed beef produces no less planet-warming carbon emissions than industrial beef. And carefully weighing the benefits of grass-fed beef matters …

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Hammer headphones to lookout for in 2025: 10 models we suggest for all the audiophiles out there
3 days, 10 hours ago

Hammer headphones to lookout for in 2025: 10 models we suggest for all the audiophiles out there

Hindustan Times  

When it comes to choosing the perfect headphones, there are a plethora of options available in the market. Specifications Wireless Range Up to 30 feet Battery Life Up to 20 hours Noise Cancellation Active Noise Cancellation Compatibility Bluetooth-enabled devices Reasons to buy Immersive sound quality Comfortable over-ear design Long battery life Reasons to avoid May be a bit bulky for …

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‘Environmental risk posed by China’s Medog Dam project’
3 days, 12 hours ago

‘Environmental risk posed by China’s Medog Dam project’

Hindustan Times  

The office of Tibet in Geneva has flagged the significant risks posed by the planned construction of the China’s Medog Dam on Tibet’s Yarlung Tsangpo River–Brahmaputra in India–during the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council. According to a report published by Dharamshala-based Central Tibetan Administration, Phuntsok Tobgyal, UN Advocacy Officer at the Office of Tibet in Geneva, in …

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HC directs MPCB to assess effects of charcoal on air quality
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HC directs MPCB to assess effects of charcoal on air quality

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The Bombay High Court on Monday directed the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board to assess the environmental impact of charcoal usage in bakeries, amid growing concerns over Mumbai’s deteriorating Air Quality Index. HC directs MPCB to assess effects of charcoal on air quality The court initiated a suo motu case in response to the city’s worsening air pollution, previously criticising …

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World News Live Today March 25, 2025: Applying for US student visa? F-1 visa rejections reach 10-year high, 41% of F-1 applications denied last fiscal
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World News Live Today March 25, 2025: Applying for US student visa? F-1 visa rejections reach 10-year high, 41% of F-1 applications denied last fiscal

Hindustan Times  

By World News Live: Stay connected with the latest updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, environmental issues, and more. Our live blog provides continuous coverage of breaking news, in-depth reports, and insights into the events shaping the world as they unfold. Latest news on March 25, 2025: The United States received 6.79 lakh applications for F-1 visas, a category …

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World News Live Today March 25, 2025: Applying for US student visa? F-1 visa rejections reach 10-year high, 41% of F-1 applications denied last fiscal
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World News Live Today March 25, 2025: Applying for US student visa? F-1 visa rejections reach 10-year high, 41% of F-1 applications denied last fiscal

Hindustan Times  

By World News Live: Stay connected with the latest updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, environmental issues, and more. Our live blog provides continuous coverage of breaking news, in-depth reports, and insights into the events shaping the world as they unfold. Latest news on March 25, 2025: The United States received 6.79 lakh applications for F-1 visas, a category …

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Experts and activists urge MoEFCC to investigate ‘environmental pollution’ causing high cancer rates near Grasim Industries’ Chlor-Alkali unit at Bhalabhadrapuram in Andhra Pradesh
4 days, 2 hours ago

Experts and activists urge MoEFCC to investigate ‘environmental pollution’ causing high cancer rates near Grasim Industries’ Chlor-Alkali unit at Bhalabhadrapuram in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

Chemical technology experts and environmental activists have sought the intervention of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to probe the alleged environmental pollution from the Chlor-Alkali unit of Grasim Industries Limited in the wake of high incidences of various cancers being reported at Bhalabhadrapuram in East Godavari district. In a report jointly released by a group of environmental …

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HPNLU Shimla: International Conference On Environmental Law And Sustainability Hosted By The Centre For Environment And Disaster Management
4 days, 9 hours ago

HPNLU Shimla: International Conference On Environmental Law And Sustainability Hosted By The Centre For Environment And Disaster Management

Live Law  

The Centre for Environment and Disaster Management at Himachal Pradesh National Law University, under the leadership of Prof. Priti Saxena, Vice Chancellor of HPNLU, organized an International Conference on Environmental Law and Sustainability. The conference, held on 21.03.2025, attracted prominent scholars, practitioners, and experts from across the globe to engage in rich discourse on crucial contemporary issues regarding international environmental …

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Ranjona Banerji | Will April bring more roads we do not need?
5 days, 21 hours ago

Ranjona Banerji | Will April bring more roads we do not need?

Deccan Chronicle  

Here I am, an old woman in a dry month… Just about every weekend, environmental organisations, civil society groups and concerned citizens collect at a chosen spot in and around Dehradun to try and flag the dangers of environmental damage being done to the state. For example, innumerable highways for tourists to reach Dehradun are not required when forests and …

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What Is Earth Hour 2025? Know All About This Global Call To Protect Nature And Save Energy
6 days, 6 hours ago

What Is Earth Hour 2025? Know All About This Global Call To Protect Nature And Save Energy

ABP News  

Earth Hour is a global environmental initiative which is set to be marked today on March 22, 2025. By symbolically turning off the lights during this time, Earth Hour creates awareness with regard to climate change, energy conservation, and the urgent need to adopt more sustainable practices. Theme And Focus For 2025: The theme of Earth Hour 2025 is "The …

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US states join forces to advance environmental transportation projects as Trump threatens cuts
6 days, 7 hours ago

US states join forces to advance environmental transportation projects as Trump threatens cuts

Firstpost  

As the administration targets green energy projects championed by former President Joe Biden that boosted transit, recreational trails and bicycle infrastructure, several states are banding together to advance those priorities on their own Hundreds of bicycle advocates were at an annual summit this month in Washington, D.C., when their cellphones lit up over breakfast with an urgent email warning that …

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Our relationship with water must be redefined
6 days, 12 hours ago

Our relationship with water must be redefined

Times of India  

Authored by Stuti Malhotra Water is the foundation of life, an essential element without which existence would be impossible. Climate change and irresponsible consumption patterns have pushed many regions into severe water stress, making access to potable water a critical challenge. Prophet Muhammad emphasised: “Do not waste water, even if you are by a flowing river, Sunan Ibn Majah, Hadith …

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For tax purposes, mining without environmental clearance not illegal: Orissa HC
1 week ago

For tax purposes, mining without environmental clearance not illegal: Orissa HC

Hindustan Times  

The Orissa high court has ruled that mining without environmental clearance does not automatically constitute illegal mining for taxation related purposes. Relying on the findings of Centrally Empowered Committee of the Supreme Court, which held that mining without environmental clearance is not illegal mining, the HC division bench led by acting chief justice Arindam Sinha and justice MS Sahoo ruled …

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Climate art installation that brings the global crisis to life will melt when Delhi NCR temperature hits 53°C
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Climate art installation that brings the global crisis to life will melt when Delhi NCR temperature hits 53°C

Hindustan Times  

Climate change is no longer distant, confined to watching glaciers melting, protests on TV, or reading numbers and reports headlining in papers. The art installation shows the grim reality of global climate change in a 'living' manner. This unique installation, made from golf balls and wax that melts at 53°C, temperature parts of Delhi NCR could reach if global warming …

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SC stays ₹2.61cr fine, criminal action against Ghaziabad panchayat by NGT
1 week ago

SC stays ₹2.61cr fine, criminal action against Ghaziabad panchayat by NGT

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court has stayed a National Green Tribunal order imposing a hefty fine of ₹2.6 crore on a Nagar Panchayat in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad district for failing to protect local water bodies from encroachment and pollution. A bench headed by justice Abhay S Oka also halted the tribunal’s directive for the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board to initiate criminal …

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Meet the EPA’s new regional administrator in charge of California (and the rest of the Pacific Southwest)
1 week ago

Meet the EPA’s new regional administrator in charge of California (and the rest of the Pacific Southwest)

LA Times  

President Trump this week appointed Josh F.W. “Josh Cook is the right person we need to lead Region 9,” said Lee Zeldin, Trump’s head of the EPA, in a statement. In a written statement, he said he was “humbled and honored to take on such a meaningful assignment from President Trump and Administrator Zeldin.” “While focusing on the core competencies …

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Ennore oil spill: NGT grants interim stay on ₹73-crore compensation imposed on CPCL
1 week, 1 day ago

Ennore oil spill: NGT grants interim stay on ₹73-crore compensation imposed on CPCL

The Hindu  

The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal has granted an interim stay on the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board’s order imposing ₹73.68-crore environmental compensation on the Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited for an oil spill that occurred in December 2023. The decision of the bench, comprising Justice Pushpa Sathyanarayana and expert member Satyagopal Korlapati, came after CPCL lfiled an appeal …

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World Sparrow Day 2025: Why are sparrows disappearing?
1 week, 1 day ago

World Sparrow Day 2025: Why are sparrows disappearing?

India Today  

Sparrows were once the most widespread birds in towns, cities, and villages. In addition, the use of pesticides in farming has minimised the population of insects, thereby affecting the availability of food for sparrows. This means that sparrows have fewer areas to construct nests and obtain food. In India, to save sparrows, numerous campaigns were initiated, like the "Save the …

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Court slaps Greenpeace with $660m in damages for Dakota Access Pipeline protests
1 week, 1 day ago

Court slaps Greenpeace with $660m in damages for Dakota Access Pipeline protests

Firstpost  

Dakota Access Pipeline became a flashpoint for global environmental and Indigenous rights activism in 2016. Protesters set up a large encampment to block its construction, arguing that the pipeline would endanger water supplies and sacred tribal lands A Native American man leads a protest march with veterans and activists outside the Oceti Sakowin camp where "water protectors" continue to demonstrate …

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