Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Distressing regularity, Pg6
Meghalaya mining tragedy exposes governance failures; urgent reforms needed to curb illegal rat-hole mining and protect vulnerable workers.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
‘Hop-on, hop-off’ — the state of climate governance, Pg6
Global climate governance falters as COP30 fails to deliver binding commitments, widening the gap between climate needs and political action.
Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
The fading of India’s environmental jurisprudence, Pg8
India's environmental jurisprudence faces dilution as courts seemingly prioritize development over ecological protection, impacting Aravallis, mangroves, and Himalayan projects.
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGovernment BudgetingInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Intent and outcome, Pg8
Budget 2026-27 emphasizes climate action with ₹20,000 crore for CCUS, but implementation and private capital mobilization remain challenges.
Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
India’s next industrial shift — electrons over molecules, Pg8
India's industrial competitiveness hinges on transitioning from molecules to electrons, prioritizing green energy for export advantage and energy security.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGovernment BudgetingConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Only 14% NCAP funds so far used by Delhi, Pg6
Delhi fails to utilize National Clean Air Programme funds effectively, spending only 14% of allocated Rs 99.77 crore since 2019.
Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
To tackle India's waste problem, new rules turn focus to source, Pg16
India overhauls waste management with SWM Rules 2026, emphasizing source segregation and landfill reduction starting April 1st.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
Arunachal sits on plantation proposal for Subansiri hydel project, Pg11
Arunachal Pradesh fails to comply with afforestation condition for Subansiri Hydel project despite repeated reminders, raising environmental concerns.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsConservation, Pollution and DegradationDisaster and Disaster Management
Wetlands as a national public good, Pg8
India's wetlands face dire threats despite regulations; urgent action needed for conservation, restoration, and community-led management to secure water and resilience.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
What is waste-to-energy?, PgII
Waste-to-energy technology converts non-recyclable waste into fuel, reducing landfill burden but posing pollution challenges; India has 21 WtE plants.
ArchitectureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Soon, Buddhist Circuits and vibrant destinations, Pg10
Budget 2024-25 boosts tourism with focus on Buddhist circuits, cultural sites, digital knowledge grid, and reduced TCS for foreign tours.
Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
Where elephants & trains cross path, an AI-enabled system prevents accidents, Pg1
AI-enabled Intrusion Detection System prevents elephant-train collisions by detecting movement via underground optical fibres, alerting train operators.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
Green steel can shape India’s climate goals trajectory, Pg6
India's steel sector faces pressure to decarbonize amidst climate goals, with green steel production as a strategic imperative for economic competitiveness.
Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
India's cheapest power needs new buyers, Pg11
India seeks new buyers for its cheapest renewable power through open access, industrial clusters, and green manufacturing initiatives.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthConservation, Pollution and Degradation
EU deal goes beyond trade... can lift manufacturing: Goyal, Pg1
Piyush Goyal highlights strategic, defence, and financial integration beyond trade in the EU-India FTA, boosting manufacturing and decarbonization efforts.
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