In the Kinnaur tribal district of Himachal Pradesh, residents are demanding a halt to hydroelectric projects, deviating from the usual calls for development. Concerned about the impact on their vital resources, the people of Kinnaur have started a movement to safeguard their water, forests and land. According to the report of The Bastion, Residents are … Read more
In an unfortunate incident in Shahdol, a tribal man was forced to transport the lifeless body of his daughter on a bicycle after the hospital administration reportedly refused to provide her with an ambulance on Monday. However, upon receiving the news, Shahdol collector Vandana Vaidya intervened and stopped the man’s journey, ensuring that an ambulance … Read more
In 2023, India witnessed significant developments in the Liquefied Petroleum Gas LPG sector, including price changes, subsidies and expanded coverage under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). These developments were aimed at ensuring affordable access to clean cooking fuel for households across the country. Let’s dive into the highlights of LPG prices, subsidies and general coverage … Read more
Delhi-NCR experienced a dust storm on Tuesday morning, resulting in reduced visibility and a substantial drop in air quality. Areas like India Gate, Patparganj and Pusa were particularly affected, resulting in a significant increase in the Air Quality Index (AQI). The dusty conditions prevailing in the region can be attributed to dust storms and the … Read more
The environmental challenge for the country and for the entire world is climate change, but this will not be achieved without correct information among children and young people, who are the ones who are going to face a planet different from that of their predecessor generations. Despite being highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate … Read more
A status report submitted by the state to the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on May 13, 2023, it came to light that a contractor felled or pruned 201 trees on the Daulatpur-Gagret Guglehad road in the district of One, Himachal Pradesh, without obtaining the necessary permits or following due process. This unauthorized act has resulted … Read more
Kerala, the lush southwestern state of India, is also famous for its picturesque landscapes and vibrant coffee industry. However, coffee farmers in the region face unprecedented challenges due to the adverse effects of climate change. Impact of climate change on coffee The impact of climate change on coffee farmers is also evident in Wayanad, a … Read more
The National Green Court (NGT) has ordered the district magistrate to stop mining in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand immediately. The order came after Kailash Singh filed a petition against illegal mining in Sorag village, which was affecting the security of houses, trees, watercourse and grazing land. The NGT had previously formed a … Read more
A new study has revealed that the Earth’s climate zones are changing, with 38 to 40 per cent of the planet’s land projected to be in a different climate zone by the end of the century. This percentage could increase to almost 50 per cent depending on the climate models used. A new study argues … Read more
The National Green Court (NGT) ordered the joint committee to submit its report to the court on the alleged illegal construction in Haridwar and, as a result, the increasing pollution in the Ganges. The case is related to the Beliram Ashram in Haridwar. The court stressed the importance of submitting the report as soon as … Read more
