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Tribal Affairs Ministry mandates voluntary, evidence-based relocation from tiger reserves, prioritizing community rights and FRA implementation.
Delhi attempts artificial rain through cloud seeding with silver iodide to combat hazardous air pollution levels after 50 years.
EU-India explore linking carbon markets, aiming to reduce double penalties for Indian exporters under EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
The Uttarakhand government has proposed a ‘Green Cess’ on vehicles entering from other states to reduce air pollution, improve air quality, and develop green infrastructure as part of its 25th Statehood Anniversary initiatives.
IUCN red-flags Western Ghats due to climate change, tourism, invasive species, and roads impacting biodiversity and habitat.
Hanle, Ladakh, India's first dark sky reserve, promotes astronomy, astrotourism, and local economy through stargazing and community engagement.
In the lead-up to Deepavali 2025, debates have resurfaced over whether “green crackers”—fireworks developed by CSIR-NEERI to reduce particulate emissions—have effectively reduced air pollution levels in India, especially in the National Capital Region (NCR).
India's largest 2000-MW Subansiri hydropower project begins test run after environmental concerns, aiming for self-reliant energy future.
Environmentalists and wildlife activists have urged the Union Environment Ministry to intervene in the illegal discharge of toxic leachate from the Bandhwari landfill into the Aravalis, raising concerns over health and ecological damage.
Punjab's stubble burning shows decline in fire incidents but rise in total scorched area due to satellite limitations.
Experts advocate for India to assume climate leadership, emphasizing finance for adaptation and innovative green projects before COP30.
Supreme Court directs Jharkhand government to notify Saranda forests as wildlife sanctuary amidst mining concerns and tribal rights debate.
Delhi gears up for first artificial rain via cloud seeding from October 28-30 after successful trial to combat 'very poor' air quality.
Government defends Forest Rights Act in Supreme Court, asserting its validity and importance for tribal communities' rights and forest conservation.
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