environmental protection
Shashi Tharoor Criticizes SHANTI Nuclear Bill as "Dangerous Leap" with Inadequate Safety Measures
Dec 17, 2025 10:49 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticized the government's SHANTI nuclear energy bill, calling it a "dangerous leap into privatized nuclear expansion" that lacks adequate safeguards. The bill would allow private entities to operate across the nuclear fuel cycle with minimal oversight and caps liability at just $460 million, despite nuclear disasters like Fukushima costing hundreds of billions to remediate. Tharoor warns that profit motives should not override public safety and environmental protection.
90% of Aravalli Hills at Risk: New Definition Threatens India's Ancient Mountain Range
Dec 07, 2025 01:53 am CST
India's ancient Aravalli mountain range faces an unprecedented threat as new environmental guidelines proposed by the Ministry of Environment could remove protection from 90% of its hills. NDTV's investigation reveals ongoing illegal mining despite Supreme Court bans, while environmental experts warn that redefining protected hills as only those exceeding 100 meters in height could trigger widespread ecological destruction across northern India's vital green corridor.
Supreme Court's 100-Metre Elevation Rule Threatens 90% of Aravalli Hills Protection: Environmental and Ecological Implications
Dec 03, 2025 07:37 pm CST
The Supreme Court's approval of a new definition requiring 100-metre elevation for Aravalli Hills classification could exclude 90% of traditionally protected areas. Environmental experts warn this decision threatens groundwater recharge zones, wildlife corridors, and climate regulation functions of this ancient mountain range, while the Court has simultaneously ordered comprehensive mapping and halted new mining leases pending a sustainable development plan.
Supreme Court Condemns Haryana Government for Felling 40 Trees to Build BJP Office Access Road
Nov 27, 2025 03:04 am CST
The Supreme Court has strongly criticized the Haryana government for uprooting 40 mature trees to construct an access road to a newly-built BJP office in Karnal. The case, brought by a decorated 1971-war veteran who owns adjacent property, challenges both the arbitrary land allocation in a residential area and the environmental damage caused. The court has demanded a remedial action plan and warned state officials of serious consequences for this violation of green norms.
Telangana Minister Defends Industrial Land Conversion Policy to Prevent Hyderabad from Becoming Next Delhi
Nov 25, 2025 10:37 pm CST
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka defends the controversial Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy as an essential environmental measure to prevent pollution problems similar to Delhi's, while generating revenue for welfare schemes. The policy allows conversion of industrial lands within Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road into multi-purpose zones, facing opposition from BRS who alleges a massive land scam worth Rs 5 lakh crore.
Trump Administration Proposes Major Expansion of Offshore Oil Drilling in Protected Coastal Waters
Nov 21, 2025 02:30 pm CST
The Trump administration has unveiled an ambitious plan to expand offshore oil drilling, proposing up to 34 lease sales including in previously protected waters near Florida, California, and Alaska. Environmental groups and coastal state leaders are preparing challenges, citing risks to marine ecosystems, tourism, and fishing industries. The proposal would replace Biden-era restrictions and open over 1 billion acres to energy exploration, though it faces significant regulatory hurdles and public review before implementation.
DMRC Officers Complete Antarctic Expedition: How Corporate Sponsors Like Adani Group Support Indian Achievers
Nov 20, 2025 08:42 pm CST
Two Delhi Metro Rail Corporation officers have completed an Antarctic expedition, highlighting the growing trend of corporate sponsorship for Indian achievers. The article explores how companies like the Adani Group are supporting explorers, athletes, and chess prodigies through initiatives that combine national pride with social development.
Haiti's Criminal Networks Profit Millions from Endangered Baby Eel Trafficking to Asian Markets
Nov 18, 2025 01:44 pm CST
Criminal gangs in Haiti have established a lucrative trafficking network exporting endangered baby eels to Asian markets, generating millions in illicit profits. As the EU and Panama push for stricter international trade restrictions through CITES, Haitian fishermen work in dangerous conditions while powerful political figures use the unregulated industry to launder drug money, according to UN experts.
Pope Leo XIV Urges Concrete Climate Action at COP30: "The Window Is Closing"
Nov 18, 2025 07:06 am CST
Pope Leo XIV addressed religious leaders at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, warning that the window to keep global temperature rise below 1.5C is closing rapidly. The American pontiff called for concrete actions on climate change, defended the Paris Agreement as humanity's best tool for environmental protection, and criticized political leaders lacking the will to act while emphasizing the disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities worldwide.
Supreme Court Balances Environmental Concerns with Development in Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 17, 2025 09:33 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to impose a blanket construction ban in Delhi despite very poor AQI, emphasizing the need to balance environmental protection with development. The Court has requested the Centre to formulate long-term solutions to tackle Delhi's air pollution crisis by November 19, while addressing concerns about air quality monitoring systems and maintaining the structured implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan.