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Third Indo-German Environment Forum held in New Delhi

Feb 14, 2019

The third Indo-German Environment Forum with the theme "Cleaner Air, Greener Economy" was held in New Delhi on February 13, 2019. India and Germany have had a rich cooperation engagement for the last 60 years which extends to sectors such as natural resource management, urban environment protection and climate change adaptation.

Combating climate change: Government releases publication on actions undertaken to tackle climate change

Feb 13, 2019

The Government also undertook few measures to minimise the impact of climate change such as generating 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022, smart cities, electric vehicles, leapfrogging from Bharat Stage -IV to Bharat Stage-VI emission norms by April 2020, etc.

India, Norway launch ‘India-Norway Marine Pollution Initiative’ to combat Marine Pollution

Feb 12, 2019

The launch of the initiative came after the Indian and Norwegian governments signed an MoU to establish the ‘India-Norway Ocean Dialogue’ during the Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg’s visit to India in January 2019.

NBWL grants wildlife clearance to Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project

Feb 6, 2019

The Rs 1 trillion Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Project has a track-length of 508 km. It will begin from the Bandra Kurla Complex of Mumbai and terminate at the Sabarmati in Gujarat.

Environment Ministry notifies CRZ Regulations 2019; replaces CRZ norms of 2011

Jan 23, 2019

The new CRZ norms, issued under Section 3 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986, aim to promote sustainable development based on scientific principles taking into account the natural hazards such as increasing sea levels due to global warming.

DBT, ICAR sign MoU for cooperation in agricultural biotechnology research and education

Jan 16, 2019

The Department of Biotechnology and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to increase emphasis on multi-disciplinary research and development activities and nurturing innovations in agricultural biotechnology research and education.

Puducherry to ban single-use plastic from March 1

Jan 14, 2019

Puducherry government has decided to ban the production, sale and use of single-use plastic products in the Union Territory from March 1, 2019. The neighbouring Tamil Nadu government had in June 2018 announced that it would ban the use of plastic items including non-biodegradable carry bags from January 1, 2019.

Environment Ministry launches National Clean Air Programme

Jan 11, 2019

The Union Environment Minister, Dr. Harsh Vardhan has launched the National Clean Air Programme, a time-bound national level strategy for pan India implementation to tackle the increasing air pollution problem across the country in a comprehensive manner.

India submits Sixth National Report to the Convention of Biological Diversity

Dec 31, 2018

India on December 29, 2018 submitted its Sixth National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity. India is among the first five countries in the world, the first in Asia and the first among the biodiversity-rich megadiverse countries to have submitted NR6 to the CBD Secretariat.

Cabinet approves submission of India's Second Biennial Update Report to UNFCCC

Dec 29, 2018

The Union Cabinet has approved Submission of India's second Biennial Update Report (BUR) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) towards the fulfilment of the reporting obligation under the Convention.

Japan announces withdrawal from IWC to resume commercial whaling

Dec 26, 2018

Japan has announced its decision to withdraw from the International Whaling Commission and said that it will resume commercial whaling from July 2019. The commercial whaling will be limited to Japan's territorial waters and exclusive economic zones.

Government launches Asiatic Lion Conservation Project to conserve their population

Dec 21, 2018

The last census of the year 2015 showed the population of 523 Asiatic Lions in Gir Protected Area Network of 1648.79 sq. km. that includes Gir National Park, Gir Sanctuary, Pania Sanctuary, Mitiyala Sanctuary adjoining reserved forests, Protected Forests, and Unclassed Forests.

Sonam Kapoor named PETA India's Person of the Year for 2018

Dec 18, 2018

Sonam Kapoor, a vegan, has been named People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India's Person of the Year for 2018. The actress is known to be an advocate for animal rights. She keeps animal skin out of her handbag line for her fashion brand Rheson, apart from taking other action for the welfare of animals.

COP24: Member countries finalise ‘Katowice package’ rules to implement 2015 Paris Climate Agreement

Dec 17, 2018

One of the key components is a detailed transparency framework to promote trust among nations. It sets out how countries will provide information about Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Ground Water Extraction: Government notifies revised guidelines; to levy fee on water extraction from June 2019

Dec 14, 2018

The revised guidelines introduce the concept of Water Conservation Fee (WCF), the fee charged on extraction of ground water. The WCF payable varies with the category of the area, type of industry and the quantum of ground water extraction.

First International Conference on ‘Sustainable Water Management’ held in Mohali

Dec 10, 2018

The first International Conference on Sustainable Water Management began on December 10 at the Indian School of Business in Mohali, Punjab. The theme of the conference deals with promoting integrated and sustainable development and management of Water Resources.

World Soil Day observed globally with theme 'Be the Solution to Soil Pollution'

Dec 5, 2018

The World Soil Day was observed across the world on December 5, 2018. The day is observed annually to highlight the importance of healthy soil and advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.

COP24: UN Conference on Climate Change begins in Poland

Dec 3, 2018

The Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama declared the UN COP24 climate summit open and handed over the presidency of the talks to Michal Kurtyka, Poland's Deputy Environment Minister in the presence of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

EU aims to be first carbon neutral economy by 2050

Nov 29, 2018

The European Union on November 28, 2018 urged government, businesses, citizens and regions to join it in an ambitious plan to cut emissions and make the bloc carbon neutral by 2050. The EU’s strategic long-term vision relies on its member states to take action.

Shut down of Sterlite Copper plant: NGT Committee rules that closure is against natural justice

Nov 28, 2018

The Tamil Nadu government on May 28, 2018 ordered the permanent closure of the controversial Sterlite Copper factory in Thoothukudi or Tuticorin, following major protests against the operation of the plant that led to the killing of 13 people and left around 100 wounded.

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