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What Is A Forest?: How Govt Defines It, What Supreme Court Suggests

Snehashish RoyFebruary 21, 20240

The Supreme Court of India has issued a directive to the government, instructing it to follow the broad and all-encompassing definition of forest as laid down in its 1996 judgment in the T N Godavarman case. This directive will remain in effect until a consolidated record of all types of forests across the country has been prepared. The directive was issued by a three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud, on Monday, February 19, in response to petitions challenging the 2023 amendments to the Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 (FCA). These amendments were being challenged on the grounds that they had substantially diluted the definition of forest and reduced the scope of the FCA. The government had passed the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Bill, 2023, in ...

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What Causing Most Pollution To Environment In India? Few Initiatives To Prevent It!

Aditi priya singhDecember 13, 20220

In India, Industrial pollution accounts for 51% of pollution, vehicles contribute  27%, crop burning accounts for 17%, and other sources contribute about 5%. Every year, air pollution contributes to the premature deaths of 2 million Indians. Air pollution is steadily rising due to the burning of Diwali crackers, gas leaks from businesses, explosions, the daily increase in the number of vehicles and industries, as well as the release of harmful gases, ozone, nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide. Many factors contribute to the increase in pollution, including many others. This increasing environmental pollution is having a serious impact on people's quality of life. Even neglecting the right to pollute has become a global problem, polluting the air around us and the water we use. Her...

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Soil Quality Decreases In India: What Are Its Reasons, Check Out Here

Aditi priya singhDecember 8, 20220

Every year on December 5, 'World Soil Day' is celebrated by the Food and Agriculture Organization to work towards reducing soil erosion due to increasing population, to make people aware of fertile soil and as a resource. It is celebrated with the aim of ensuring a system of sustainable soil management. Just as it is not possible to imagine life without water, in the same way soil is also important. As we are well aware that the Half of India's population is dependent on agriculture but due to the use of excessive chemical fertilizers and pesticides in the fields by the farmers, the quality of the soil is decreasing. Soil conservation has become very important, which can prove to be a big threat to food security, development of trees and plants, life and habitat of insects and anima...

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Water Conservation: Youth Army Gets Ready To Preserve Rivers Across The India!

Aditi priya singhNovember 7, 20220

When President Draupadi Murmu inaugurated India Water Week on November 1 in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, by filling water in small pots, it was more than a formality to send a message to the whole country and the world that Even small efforts to conserve water are important for filling the gorges and oceans. The youth army is getting ready to preserve the rivers across the country. From the panchayat to the state level, youth are being connected who will protect rivers, ponds, puddles etc. Along with this, work will also be done to revive these water sources. These youths will also fight a legal battle to raise their voice against and stop the disputes between the states over rivers and illegal activities going on in them. In this, he will take the help of the local people. Rajendr...

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Delhi Pollution: BJP Attacks AAP Saying ‘There Is Pollution In Arvind Kejriwal’s Intention’!

Aditi priya singhNovember 4, 20220

The people of Delhi and NCR are in the grip of air pollution. At the same time, politics is also being done regarding this issue. The war of words between BJP and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders over pollution has intensified. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal held a press conference on Friday regarding air pollution. In response, BJP leader Sambit Patra also surrounded the AAP government by holding a press conference. Sambit Patra said that there is pollution in the intention of Arvind Kejriwal. The people of Delhi are today battling with the pollution of corruption. Patra said that just a few days ago there was excise pollution in Delhi. After this, AAP was duped by a thug named Sukesh Chandrashekhar. Meanwhile, the biggest corruption on the workers has been exposed today. https://twitter...

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‘GRAP-4’ Implemented Amidst Increasing Pollution, Know What Restrictions Will Be Applicable In Delhi-NCR

Gunjan ChaudharyNovember 3, 20220

The Air Quality Management Commission (CAQM) has implemented Phase IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to control the increasing pollution in Delhi NCR. Delhi's air quality remained in the 'severe' category on Thursday, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Delhi's overall air quality index (AQI) stood at 426 at 9:10 am. The AQI in Anand Vihar and Jahangirpuri stood at 460. Let us tell you, if the AQI is more than 400, it is considered 'severe' and can adversely affect the health of healthy people and can seriously affect those who are already ill. So, now let us know what will be restrictions that will be applicable in Delhi NCR in the fourth phase of implementation of GRAP: There is a big change in the commutation of trucks in Delhi and now ...

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Maharashtra Government Failed To Protect Right To Life Of Humans And Wildlife: Bombay HC

Arpita SarkarSeptember 27, 20220

The conflict between humans and wildlife is nothing new. But it is the government's responsibility to protect the right to life on both sides. They cannot shirk this duty. The Bombay High Court said so in a case on Monday, reprimanding the Maharashtra government. Besides, the court also ordered to pay compensation of 10 lakh rupees to a widow in that case. Three years ago, a man lost his life in a wild boar attack. The wife of the deceased complained that the government did not say anything about it. No compensation was given. On Monday, the Bombay High Court came under strong criticism from the Maharashtra government in the hearing of the case. Besides, the court reminded us that the responsibility of protecting the right to life rests on the shoulders of the government. Obs...

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Uttar Pradesh To Get Country’s Largest Airport, Going To Be Bigger Than Jewar Airport In This District!!

Gunjan ChaudharySeptember 22, 20220

There is a good news for the people of Uttar Pradesh. Now the country's largest airport is going to be built in UP. This new airport will be bigger than the Jewar airport being built near Noida. Yogi government is preparing to build this new airport. This airport is going to be built in Nawabganj of Unnao. Following the instructions of the government, the concept plan prepared by the KDA under the State Capital Region (SCR) includes a proposal to make it. According to media reports, this airport will be built at a distance of about 5 km from Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary. So that there is no effect on the Habitat of the birds. Recently, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath had approved the concept note on SCR on the lines of National Capital Region (NCR). Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) is lik...

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More Than 90 Airports Of The Country Will Be Carbon Neutral By 2024, Said Union Minister!!

Gunjan ChaudharySeptember 20, 20220

Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday said that over 90 airports in the country will become carbon neutral by the year 2024. He also said that the number of airports in the country will reach 220 in the next five years. The Union Minister, while speaking during the National Conference of All India Management Association, said that at present there are 141 airports in the country. Of these, airports at Kochi and Delhi are already carbon neutral. He said, "When I took over as the Minister of Aviation, the first thing I did was carbon mapping profiling of our airports. It revealed that our two airports, Delhi and Kochi, are already carbon-neutral and by the year 2024, there will be 92 to 93 in the country." He said that the ministry has set a target of zero carbon e...

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Palitana Of Gujarat Became World’s First Vegetarian City, Indian City Where Non-Veg Is Completely Banned!!

Gunjan ChaudharySeptember 19, 20220

India is a country of unity in diversity. Where every state has a different dialect, food, and cultural identity. At the same time, there is also a saying that 'Here the water changes at every 1.5 kilometers, and language at 16 kms', there are beautiful ancient and divine religious places here. Now we are going to tell you about the city of the country which is not only India's but the world's first Vegetarian City. Palitana city of Gujarat is the only vegetarian city in the world. In 2014, the Gujarat government declared it a complete vegetarian. Here followers of Jainism from all over the world reach in large numbers. Obviously, this is also the only place in India which is completely vegetarian. Meat is completely banned in this city. Now in such a situation, you may be thinking that...

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Gas Stoves Contribute Significantly To Indoor Air Pollution: Research

Arpita SarkarSeptember 17, 20220

From countertop slow cookers to instant-read thermometers, cooks love their gadgets. The interest is growing in magnetic induction cooktops – surfaces that cook much faster than conventional stoves, without lighting a fire or heating an electric coil. Induction has long been popular in Europe and Asia. It is more energy-efficient than standard stoves. But studies have raised concerns about indoor air emissions from gas stoves. Academic researchers and organizations such as the California Air Resources Board report that gas stoves can release hazardous air pollutants while they are operating and even when they are turned off. As an environmental health researcher who works on housing and indoor air, I have participated in studies that measure air pollution in homes and develop ...

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Pakistan Flood: 1500 Lives Lost, 33 Million People Affected By Deluge!

Aditi priya singhSeptember 15, 20220

Pakistan's unprecedented floods, which have submerged large parts of the country, have claimed nearly 1,500 lives so far. Relief material is being distributed continuously to the flood-affected people in Pakistan. Authorities have stepped up relief efforts for millions of people affected by the disaster. Record monsoon rains in Pakistan and melting glaciers in the northern mountains have affected 33 million people out of a population of 220 million. The floods are estimated to cause $30 billion in damage to homes, transportation, crops and livestock. 1486 people died including 530 children The National Disaster Management Authority said the death toll stood at 1,486. These include about 530 children. Along with this, thousands of livestock have also been killed. Over the past few wee...

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