The Latest Breaking News from NGT

NGT asks Tamil Nadu government to consider alternatives for Aavin’s plastic milk packets

TN govt asked to consider alternative packaging material for Aavin's milk packets by NGT. Move to restrict plastic entering landfill & waterbodies. TNPCB found 150 metric tons of waste at Aavin's Ambattur factory. NGT suo moto impleaded Additional Chief Secy to Depts of Environment, Climate Change & Forests.

The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023

NGT orders NHAI to conduct environmental impact assessment to minimise loss of Chevella Banyans

NGT orders NHAI to conduct EIA study to minimise tree loss for NH 163 expansion between Hyderabad and Bijapur. MoEF to issue terms of reference and complete process in 4 months.

The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023

Delhi: Primary schools to remain shut till Nov 10 amid severe air pollution

The Education Minister further informed that classes 6-12 may switch to online classes. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Nov 5, 2023

NGT seeks report from Tamil Nadu, Kerala authorities on garbage dumping in Tirunelveli

NGT seeks report from Tamil Nadu, Kerala authorities on garbage dumping in Tirunelveli

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Illegal bauxite mining in Jharkhand: NGT forms panel, seeks report

NGT has formed a panel and asked it to submit a factual and action-taken report on the alleged illegal mining of bauxite in Jharkhand’s Lohardaga

The Hindu · Oct 22, 2023

NGT issues notice to Punjab CS, CPCB on air pollution caused by stubble burning

National Green Tribunal has issued notices to the Punjab chief secretary and member secretary of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Kerala Pollution Control Board greenlights study by CSIR-NEERI to develop tech to prevent sewage pollution of waterbodies

CSIR-NEERI to study process package treatment for pollution in Pallikkalar, Edappally, Perandoor canals in Kochi in Kerala. Kerala PCB approved project after NGT directive. CSIR-NEERI to submit feasibility report in 15 months. Package treatment plant to remove physical, chemical and biological pollutants. Two-member team of scientists conducted site assessment in…

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

NGT takes cognisance of news report that despite spending ₹500 crore, no proper sewage system in Bhopal

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken suo motu cognisance of a news report that despite spending ₹500 crore in last five years for strengthening of the sewerage network in Bhopal, sewage is flowing openly and the proper sewage system has not been set in place.

The Hindu · Oct 19, 2023

NGT seeks report from CPCB on dumping of garbage in areas close to Kerala border

NGT seeks report from CPCB on dumping of garbage in areas close to Kerala border

The Hindu · Oct 17, 2023

Sinking islands: NGT asks coastal zone authorities to integrate expert panel recommendations into island management plans

National Green Tribunal orders Coastal Zone Management Authorities to consider NGT expert panel's recommendations on dangers of sea level rise, submergence of low-lying lands into IIMPs. Notices to be issued to Ministries, Island Development Authority to explore nature-based ecosystem restoration, diversified economic development, controlled nature-based growth and blue-economy-based activities on…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023