Centre rolls back decision to cap price of raw jute
The decision had faced strong opposition from the jute industry, especially in West Bengal, where around ten jute mills closed down and 60,…
One nation one ration card: Odisha to soon start dry ration scheme for migrant workers
The apex court had directed all states and Union territories June 29 to formulate an appropriate scheme to provide dry ration to migrant workers …
Centre asks Gujarat to look into clean-up drive in Vishwamitri
Senior activist fighting battle against Vishwamitri river front says the Vadodara civic body has done mischief by entering the river
DTE Impact: New software to keep fishing vessels away from Gahiramatha
The Orissa High Court had ordered the installation of the software to track vessel movements after taking cognizance of a DTE story about Olive …
A national emergency: SC slams Centre on COVID-19 mismanagement
The Supreme Court takes suo motu cognizance of the COVID-19 situation and might take over all related cases from high courts
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (May 24, 2024)
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Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (January 18, 2024)
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Two ‘tiger widows’ in the Sundarbans granted Rs 5 lakh each by Calcutta High Court, kindling hopes for others
About 30 fisherfolk or honey gatherers fall prey to tigers annually in the Sundarbans as per unofficial estimates; the kin of most are not …
Obituary: Manoj Misra will always be remembered for his work on the Yamuna
Manoj Misra, convenor of Yamuna Jiye Abhiyan, who was suffering from COVID-19, died on June 4, 2023, after a prolonged illness
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (September 14, 2022)
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Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (September 13, 2022)
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Almond trees axed for brick kilns in Budgam: J&K High Court issues notice over consent
Trees axed on land to be leased, land in close proximity to airport and Air Force base, claims petition
Viva Espana: Spain’s decision to allow menstrual leave should inspire judgement on SC PIL next week, says activist
In India as well as sub-Saharan Africa, the taboo surrounding menstruation often causes girls to drop out of schools and education despite it …
Did poor government handling in Kerala cause 2018 floods? Yes, says CAG
From floodplain identification to flood hazard map to availability of rain gauges, CAG report points out shortcomings in Kerala’s flood response
Analysis: What does the new Supreme Court judgment mean for climate action in India?
Supreme Court says right to be free from adverse effects of climate change part of fundamental rights to life and equality
World Environmental Health Day: Green issues need to be actively taught in schools, universities
Supreme Court in 1991 had directed environment be taught compulsorily at every level of education
Western Ghats: Supreme Court quashes plea against Gadgil, Kasturirangan reports
Final notification by environment ministry on Western Ghats Ecologically Sensitive Area yet to come, apex court said, while dismissing petition …
Rabies deaths in Kerala despite vaccinations raises concerns
State data shows 14 deaths, of which 5 had taken shots; Expert says several factors while treating dog bites
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (August 8, 2022)
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DTE Impact: Kendrapara SP appears before Orissa High Court in forest guard assault case
DTE had reported on 6 forest guards being attacked in the area by fishermen, in violation of a fishing ban
DTE impact: Orissa High Court panel visits Gahirmatha to study Olive Ridley conservation
A survey found nearly 800 dead sea turtles on the Odisha coast, DTE reported February 4
DTE impact: Orissa High Court notices to officials on death of Olive Ridley turtles
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (May 7, 2024)
Cases for climate justice more than doubled globally since 2017, finds UNEP
While most climate litigation was in the US, about 17 per cent being reported in developing countries, including the Small Island …