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Ex-Minister questions demolition of 7 Delhi colonies

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A former Union Minister has questioned the demolition of seven government residential colonies in South Delhi alleging that over 1.86 lakh trees would be destroyed in the process, leading the NGT to seek the views of the Centre and other parties on the matter. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar issued notices […]

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NGT clarifies order on capital construction in AP

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There is no stay on construction activity for the proposed capital of Andhra Pradesh, ‘Amaravathi’, on the banks of river Krishna, the National Green Tribunal has said. The green panel, however, made it clear that continuation of the project would be subject to final decision of the Tribunal and the orders already passed by it. […]

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NGT directs Delhi govt to shut pickling units in city

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Noting that pickling units fall under prohibited list of industries as per Master Plan 2021, the National Green Tribunal has directed the Delhi government to shut down such industries units located in the national capital with immediate effect. Pickling is a metal surface treatment used to remove impurities like stains, inorganic contaminants, rust or scales […]

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NGT asks GDA to obtain EC for elevated road project

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The National Green Tribunal has directed Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) to obtain environmental clearance from the Uttar Pradesh environment authority for construction of a six-lane Hindon elevated road connecting NH-24. The green panel held that the road project was covered under Entry 8(b) of the Schedule to Environmental Clearance Regulations 2006 and it was mandatory […]

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NGT website hacked as “revenge” against surgical ops

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The National Green Tribunal’s website today came under cyber attack with a group hacking it and posting profanities, claiming it was an act of “revenge” against Indian army’s surgical strikes across the Line of Control. “We are Unbeatable. You…kill innocent people in Kashmir and call your self defenders of your country. You…violate the ceasefire on […]

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SC stays NGT order against Railways, DMRC

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The Supreme Court today stayed the operation of a National Green Tribunal (NGT) order asking Indian Railways and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to seek environmental clearances for their projects. A bench comprising Justices T S Thakur and A M Khanwilkar prima facie agreed to the submission of Delhi Metro and Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation […]

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NGT contempt notice against UP govt

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National Green Tribunal has issued contempt notices to Uttar Pradesh government and other authorities on a plea seeking action against illegal manufacturing, storage and transportation of ethanol by distilleries and sugar mills in the state. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar sought response from Akhilesh Yadav government, Principal Secretary, Department of Excise […]

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NGT seeks persons involved in illegal mining along

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The National Green Tribunal has sought a detailed list of persons allegedly involved in illegal mining along Betwa River bank in Jalaun and Hamirpur districts of Uttar Pradesh. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar directed the district magistrates of both the districts to place the list of such persons by September 27. […]

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NGT notice to Centre, Delhi on Yamuna taxi project

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Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has moved the National Green Tribunal seeking its nod for commencement of boat transport service on a section of Yamuna, prompting the green panel to seek response from Centre and Delhi government on the issue. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar issued notices to Ministry of […]

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NGT bars preparatory work for MRF car rally in

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The National Green Tribunal has restrained Haryana government and the organisers from carrying out “preparatory” work for a four-day car rally on a 30-km forest track in the eco-sensitive Mangar Bani area on Gurgaon-Faridabad route. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar issued notices to the Haryana government, its forest department, state pollution […]

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NGT seeks details of notifications by state govts on manja

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National Green Tribunal has sought information on various orders passed by high courts and notifications issued by state governments on banning or restricting the use of glass-coated ‘manja’ (strings) for flying kites across the country. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Swatanter Kumar issued notices to all the state governments and sought their response on […]

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NGT summons Delhi Environment Secretary over dirty water issue

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The National Green Tribunal has taken exception to non-submission of status report on quality of water supplied to households in the national capital by the Delhi government despite repeated directions. Noting that not even a single report has been filed till date, the bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar summoned the Environment Secretary […]

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