Environment & Ecology

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Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsVulnerable SectionsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 Feb, 2026

Centre in SC: Prior nod not required if individual forest rights recognised, Pg10

Centre tells SC: No prior nod needed for PMAY-G houses on forest land if individual rights recognised under FRA, 2006.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Feb, 2026

What are carbon capture and utilisation technologies?, Pg10

India advances Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, focusing on industrial decarbonization.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Feb, 2026

Unpackaging the myth of safe bottled water in India, Pg8

Studies reveal microplastic contamination in Indian bottled water, raising health concerns and regulatory gaps in quality monitoring.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentAccountability and Ethical Governance
26 Feb, 2026

NGT has space for experts, most of them now are former Govt officers, Pg9

NGT appointments face scrutiny as ex-government officers dominate expert roles, raising conflict of interest concerns and compromising environmental justice.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
26 Feb, 2026

2020-25: In 4 of 5 appeals, green watchdog NGT rules in favour of developers to clear projects, Pg1

NGT shows pro-industry tilt, favouring developers in 80% of cases related to environmental clearances between 2020-25, raising concerns.

Poverty and Developmental IssuesConservation, Pollution and Degradation
25 Feb, 2026

As forests shrink and herds grow, central India’s jumbo crisis is primed to spiral, Pg13

Elephant attacks surge across central India due to habitat loss, mining, and climate change, intensifying human-wildlife conflict.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Feb, 2026

India a big contributor to global toxicity by pesticides, PgII

India among top contributors to global pesticide toxicity, risking biodiversity; new bill aims for safer alternatives, faces scrutiny.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Feb, 2026

India’s energy shift through the green ammonia route, Pg8

India's Green Ammonia Auction sets global benchmark with prices 40-50% lower than EU, boosting clean energy transition.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Feb, 2026

Prime Minister launches full Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor, Pg11

PM Modi inaugurates Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor, enhancing connectivity and reducing travel time between Delhi-NCR region, boosting economic activity.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsConservation, Pollution and DegradationEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
23 Feb, 2026

We need to underline value of collaboration on climate change, Pg10

Article emphasizes collaborative climate action amid multilateralism challenges, highlighting finance gaps and trade action threats for vulnerable populations.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismConservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
22 Feb, 2026

Why has NGT cleared the Nicobar project?, Pg13

NGT greenlights Great Nicobar project amidst environmental concerns, balancing development with ecological safeguards and strategic national interests.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Feb, 2026

Dedication to Nation of Delhi-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor (Inauguration of Sarai Kale Khan to New Ashok Nagar (5 km) and Meerut South to Modipuram (21km) sections of India's First Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) and Inauguration of Meerut Metro), Pg7

Delhi-Meerut RRTS 'Namo Bharat' inaugurated, reducing travel time to 59 minutes; Meerut Metro launched, enhancing regional connectivity and economic growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsSpace TechnologyConservation, Pollution and Degradation
20 Feb, 2026

ISRO's improved fire-detection algo ready for test in rabi harvest season, Pg7

ISRO refines fire-detection algorithm for rabi season to improve stubble burning monitoring accuracy, addressing discrepancies reported by CAQM.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and DegradationEnvironmental Impact Assessment
20 Feb, 2026

Time lost in litigation gives Arunachal project 11-year extension of green clearance, Pg15

Arunachal's 1750 MW Demwe project receives 11-year green clearance extension despite environmental concerns and litigation history.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaConservation, Pollution and Degradation
19 Feb, 2026

Loggerhead turtles facing threats from climate change, PgII

Climate change threatens loggerhead turtles: Reduced egg production, smaller size, and altered breeding patterns observed in West Africa.

Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
19 Feb, 2026

South African cheetah gives birth to three cubs in Kuno, Pg14

Kuno National Park welcomes three new cheetah cubs, boosting India's cheetah population to 38, marking ninth successful litter.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Environmental Impact AssessmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
19 Feb, 2026

Nicobar project's strategic & ecological consequences, Pg16

NGT greenlights ₹81,000 Cr Great Nicobar project amidst ecological concerns, strategic importance cited for transshipment hub near Malacca Strait.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Conservation, Pollution and Degradation
18 Feb, 2026

As US retreats on climate, India must step up, Pg13

US revokes 'Endangerment Finding,' signaling potential fossil fuel resurgence; India urged to lead green tech innovation globally.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEnvironmental Impact Assessment
17 Feb, 2026

NGT clears ₹92,000-cr. Great Nicobar project, Pg1

NGT greenlights ₹92,000-cr Great Nicobar project, directs strict compliance with environmental norms amid ecological concerns and local objections.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryEnvironmental Impact Assessment
17 Feb, 2026

SC to take a fresh look at pleas on ex post facto eco clearance regime, Pg12

Supreme Court reconsiders ex post facto environmental clearances amid concerns over legality and project impacts, scheduling detailed hearing on February 25.

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