Lok Sabha

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Lok Sabha Passes Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill-2021

Lok Sabha passed the Wild Life (Protection) Amendment Bill-2021, with amendments like the principal Act for better management of protected areas for wildlife.  Furthermore, the bill also mentions the explanation for certain activities like grazing bona fide and others for wildlife protection. Passed on August 2, the bill was moved by Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav, who asserted that development and environment protection go together,… read-more

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 - 08:30 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: Wildlife(1851), lok sabha, Bill Passed, Environment Minister, Indian Govt

Bhalswa Landfill Fire Incident

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Bhalswa Landfill Fire Incident: Rs 50 Lakh Fine Imposed On North Municipal Corp Of Delhi

After a massive fire broke out at the Bhalswa landfill site, a fine of Rs 50 lakh has been imposed on North Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), on April 28. The fine has been imposed after Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) submitted its report to the Environment minister. Reportedly, smoke was first reported at around 5 pm on April 26. Some areas of the site are still burning, reported PTI.

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 - 04:59 PM / by Shibu Immanuel S

Tags: Delhi, MCD, dpcc, bhalswa landfill site, Environment Minister

Courtesy: ANI

Aaditya Thackeray

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Aaditya Thackeray Plans To Preserve Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary In Maharashtra

Environment minister Aaditya Thackeray announced major developments to save the proposed Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary in Yerawada, Maharashtra. In addition, a cleanliness drive will be conducted regularly with the help of NGOs and residents. ''We have decided to take action against those who are conducting illegal activities here and also strengthen the security.” quoted Thackeray. Notably, activists are fighting for the conservation of the area… read-more

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 - 01:44 PM / by Shaloo Priya

Tags: environment, Maharashtra , salim ali bird sanctuary, Aaditya Thackeray, Environment Minister

Courtesy: Zee News

India Gate.

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Schools To Be Closed till Further Notice Amid Air Pollution: Delhi Govt

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on December 2 announced the closure of schools and educational institutions in the National Capital from December 3. The decision was taken in view of the rising air pollution and worsening AQI of Delhi. Reportedly, except for ongoing CBSE exams, all classes would be suspended until further notice. Notably, on November 29, schools reopened after a gap of two weeks in Delhi.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 - 03:06 PM / by Varsha Joshi

Tags: delhi schools, Delhi Air pollution, Environment Minister, AAP, Gopal Rai

Courtesy: Times Now News