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Expedite remediation of chromium-contaminated site in Ranipet: NGT

NGT orders Special Committee to expedite remediation of chromium-contaminated site in Ranipet, TN. Committee to monitor implementation of action plan, complete project report & start work for permanent remediation w/in 6 months. Tribunal stresses need to protect people from health issues.

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Consider CSIR-NEERI model to check pollution of waterbodies: NGT

The Kerala State Pollution Control Board (PCB) had sanctioned ₹45 lakh to conduct the study, which is aimed at checking indiscriminate faecal contamination of waterbodies owing to dumping of untreated wastewater.

The Hindu

NGT asks Tamil Nadu government to consider alternatives for Aavin’s plastic milk packets

TN govt asked to consider alternative packaging material for Aavin's milk packets by NGT. Move to restrict plastic entering landfill & waterbodies. TNPCB found 150 metric tons of waste at Aavin's Ambattur factory. NGT suo moto impleaded Additional Chief Secy to Depts of Environment, Climate Change & Forests.

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NGT orders NHAI to conduct environmental impact assessment to minimise loss of Chevella Banyans

NGT orders NHAI to conduct EIA study to minimise tree loss for NH 163 expansion between Hyderabad and Bijapur. MoEF to issue terms of reference and complete process in 4 months.

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Delhi: Primary schools to remain shut till Nov 10 amid severe air pollution

The Education Minister further informed that classes 6-12 may switch to online classes. Read further on Dynamite News:

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NGT seeks explanation from Kerala govt., PCB on West Hill garbage plant fire breakout

NGT seeks explanation from Kerala govt, PCB over Kozhikode fire. Opposition leader alleges conspiracy by Corporation. Fire Dept. conducted forensic investigation, but failed. NGT imposed ₹100 crore penalty on Kochi Corp. after Brahmapuram fire.

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Kejriwal residence construction: NGT grants more time to Committee to ascertain facts

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has granted more time to the Joint committee comprising the Chief Secretary

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TS-Genco hopes to get additional ToR for YTPS soon

NGT orders MoEF to issue additional ToR for Yadadri Thermal Power Station in Telangana within a month. Genco had filed compliance report to MoEF within six months against NGT's nine-month time. MoEF's delay causing Genco to incur huge losses & purchase energy from exchange at high cost. Hoping MoEF will…

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Modi flagged off Varanasi tent city project without Clean Ganga clearance

On January 13 this year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the luxurious tent city on the floodplains of the Ganga in his constituency Varanasi, and flagged off the Ganga river cruise. Marvelling at the temporary structures with five-star facilities, Modi said: “This newly built, spectacular tent city is another reason…

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NGT seeks report from Tamil Nadu, Kerala authorities on garbage dumping in Tirunelveli

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Illegal bauxite mining in Jharkhand: NGT forms panel, seeks report

NGT has formed a panel and asked it to submit a factual and action-taken report on the alleged illegal mining of bauxite in Jharkhand’s Lohardaga

The Hindu

NGT issues notice to Punjab CS, CPCB on air pollution caused by stubble burning

National Green Tribunal has issued notices to the Punjab chief secretary and member secretary of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The Hindu

Kerala Pollution Control Board greenlights study by CSIR-NEERI to develop tech to prevent sewage pollution of waterbodies

CSIR-NEERI to study process package treatment for pollution in Pallikkalar, Edappally, Perandoor canals in Kochi in Kerala. Kerala PCB approved project after NGT directive. CSIR-NEERI to submit feasibility report in 15 months. Package treatment plant to remove physical, chemical and biological pollutants. Two-member team of scientists conducted site assessment in…

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NGT takes cognisance of news report that despite spending ₹500 crore, no proper sewage system in Bhopal

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognisance of a news report that despite spending ₹500 crore in last five years for strengthening of the sewerage network in Bhopal, sewage is flowing openly and the proper sewage system has not been set in place.

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NGT seeks report from CPCB on dumping of garbage in areas close to Kerala border

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Sinking islands: NGT asks coastal zone authorities to integrate expert panel recommendations into island management plans

National Green Tribunal orders Coastal Zone Management Authorities to consider NGT expert panel's recommendations on dangers of sea level rise, submergence of low-lying lands into IIMPs. Notices to be issued to Ministries, Island Development Authority to explore nature-based ecosystem restoration, diversified economic development, controlled nature-based growth and blue-economy-based activities on…

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NGT sets up joint committee to remedy garbage heap situation in Punjab’s Dinanagar

NGT forms joint committee to address Dinanagar's garbage issue; directs it to submit action-taken report within a month.

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T.N. Chief Secretary directed to file status report on Cooum, Adyar river restorations

NGT directs TN Chief Sec. to report on restoration status of Cooum, Adyar rivers & Buckingham Canal. CRRT informed NGT TN govt. made restoration of Cooum & Adyar top priority. Various activities by line departments incl. CMWSSB, GCC, WRD, DMA, DRD & TNUHDB being implemented. NGT orders update on implementation…

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Aavin directed to submit action plan on recycling used milk sachets

NGT directs Aavin to file action plan to recycle milk sachets as per EPR. TNPCB inspection found 150MT of waste stored in Aavin's Ambattur factory. NGT orders Aavin to file report & plan of action for handling & recycling empty sachets. Petition seeks restriction of milk pouches citing health &…

The Hindu

Between a dam and a wetland

PWD's ₹161-cr project to build check dam on Kazhuveli wetland, Villupuram, to convert it to freshwater lake, could spell disaster for bird sanctuary & biodiversity. Plan to recharge groundwater & store drinking water for Villupuram & Chennai. Dam blocks tidal inflow, affecting mangroves & migratory birds. NGT orders to cut…

The Hindu

Delay in lifting clearance suspension over Yadadri Thermal Power Station after compliance of issues to cost State dearly

TSGenco is awaiting MoEF's response to lift suspension over EC for YTPS to meet energy demand. CBI case registered against lawyer of NGOs who filed petition in NGT. TSGenco complied with 3 issues raised by NGT & submitted compliance report to MoEF. No wildlife sanctuary in 10-km radius of project…

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NGT asks Centre to initiate action against members of SEIAA-Kerala

NGT orders MoEFCC to take action against SEIAA-Kerala for granting env. clearance to multi-crore realty project in Kozhikode, violating EIA notification of 2006. Tribunal sets aside clearance, directs SEIAA to stop project, KSPCB to impose env. compensation. Tribunal asks MoEFCC to initiate action against SEIAA members for gross violations of…

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AIADMK stages protest in Marakkanam against delay in construction of fishing harbour

AIADMK members protest delay in construction of fishing harbour in Villupuram, Chengalpattu districts. MP Shanmugam says project brought by previous AIADMK govt to benefit 40K fishermen. NGT petition claims construction affects Olive Ridley turtles. DMK accused of political vendetta, failing to protect livelihood of fishermen.

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NGT forms panel to simplify and enforce guidelines for Vinayaka idols’ immersion

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NGT orders construction of check dams in Salem village to be completed in three months

NGT orders TANMAG to expedite construction of check dams in Thekkampatti village, Salem. Farmer had filed petition citing uncontrolled dewatering & discharge of groundwater by TANMAG. SEIAA granted clearance on condition of supplying water to farmers. TANMAG to release CSR funds & complete work in 3 months.

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