In Short: Shri Bhupender Yadav, a prominent government official, highlights the critical importance of forest fire prevention, post-fire restoration, and forest certification as essential tools for sustainable forest management. His emphasis on these aspects underscores the government’s commitment to preserving natural resources and promoting eco-friendly practices. By addressing forest fires, restoring affected areas, and encouraging […]
Awareness Activities under Mission LiFE from 22nd-24th October – EQ
In Short : Mission LiFE’s awareness activities, scheduled from 22nd to 24th October, aim to raise awareness about sustainable living and environmental conservation. These activities likely include workshops, seminars, campaigns, and events designed to educate communities about eco-friendly practices, renewable energy, waste reduction, and biodiversity preservation. The initiative underscores the significance of collective efforts in […]
National Lead IT Workshop on Steel held to facilitate deliberations on Low Carbon Transition of the Steel sector in India – EQ
In Short : The National Lead IT Workshop on Steel recently convened, serving as a vital platform for extensive discussions on the Low Carbon Transition of India’s steel sector. This collaborative effort underscores the nation’s commitment to sustainable industrial practices, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and enhance environmental stewardship within the steel industry. By fostering […]
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change conducts Wetlands Cleaning around different Ramsar Sites – EQ
During the ongoing Swachhta Special Campaign 3.0 from October 2nd – 31st, 2023, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) in association with State/UT Wetland Authorities organised wetlands cleaning around different Amrit Dharohar sites i.e. Ramsar sites across the country. Various activities such as cleanliness drives, removal of weeds, taking pledge to protect […]
Notification issued for Green Credit Program (GCP) and Ecomark scheme Under LiFE Initiative to Promote Sustainable Lifestyle and Environmental Conservation – EQ
To take ahead the ‘LiFE’ – ‘Lifestyle for Environment’ movement announced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister in 2021, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has introduced two pioneering initiatives that indicate the country’s pro-active approach to climate change, sustainability and promotion eco-conscious practices. These initiatives, the Green Credit Program (GCP) and the Ecomark […]
As per GRAP, Stage-I is to be imposed in the entire NCR when the daily average AQI of Delhi touches/ crosses 201 index value – EQ
Delhi recorded daily average AQI of 177 on 05.10.2023 and today the air quality surpassed the ‘Moderate’ category and entered into the ‘Poor’ category As per the Daily AQI Bulletin by CPCB, Delhi’s average AQI clocked 212 today at 4PM All actions as envisaged under Stage-I of the revised GRAP – ‘POOR’ Air Quality, to […]
The CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management) conducts a thorough assessment of the sector-specific readiness in the National Capital Territory of Delhi to address pollution prevention, control, and reduction during the upcoming winter season – EQ
In Short : The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has conducted a comprehensive review of the sector-specific preparedness in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. This review assesses the measures to be taken for preventing, controlling, and reducing pollution during the upcoming winter season. It underscores the importance of proactive planning and actions to […]
Haryana to bring down fire counts substantially and will attempt near elimination this year, as per the Haryana State Action Plan for Management of Paddy Stubble Burning submitted to CAQM – EQ
During the current harvesting season, the State envisages to manage paddy straw in 5 lakh acres through bio-decomposer application Government of Haryana is implementing various financial incentives and schemes to bring down the cases of paddy stubble burning substantially In the last review meeting, Commission for Air Quality Management, (CAQM) further directed State Government including […]
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change celebrates 29th World Ozone Day – EQ
Montreal Protocol: Fixing the Ozone Layer and Reducing Climate Change Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), celebrated the 29th World Ozone Day here today. World Ozone Day is celebrated on 16th September each year to commemorate the signing of the Montreal Protocol, an international environmental treaty for phasing out of production and consumption […]
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to participate in Special Campaign 3.0 from 2nd – 31st October 2023 for disposal of pending matters & promoting Swachhata – EQ
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, the Nodal Department for coordinating and steering the Special Campaign 3.0 for institutionalising Swachhata and minimising pendency in Government Offices – 2nd October, 2023 to 31st October, 2023, has issued guidelines for the same. Accordingly, with the objective of disposal of pending matters and promoting Swachhata, the […]