New Air And Water Pollution Consent Guidelines Released
These guidelines outline the procedures and criteria for obtaining, renewing, and potentially losing consent to establish or operate industrial plants that may cause air and water pollution. These guidelines aim to streamline the consent process while ensuring environmental protection.
Deadline for Battery Waste Management Annual Returns Extended Again
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has further extended the deadline for producers of batteries to file their annual returns for the financial year 2023-24. The new deadline is now March 31, 2025.
Govt of Karnataka to Enforce New Motor Vehicles Taxation Law
Karnataka Motor Vehicles Taxation (Second Amendment) Act, 2024, will be enforced from February 1, 2025, bringing updates to tax rates and collection procedures.
Tamil Nadu’s Harassment Law Amendments Now Come Into Effect
The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women (Amendment) Act, 2025, is now in force, strengthening protections, penalties, and preventive measures for women.
Tamil Nadu Amends Harassment Law, Strengthens Protections for Women
The Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Harassment of Women Act, 2025, introduces harsher penalties, expanded definitions, and stronger safeguards for women’s safety.
CPCB Announces Change in Bank Account for Genset Application Fees
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has announced a change in the bank account details for depositing application fees related to genset applications. This new notification supersedes the Canara Bank account details mentioned in the April 21, 2023, office order. All future payments must be made to the Union Bank of India account.
CPCB Cautions Against Impersonators Conducting Fake Inspections
The CPCB has received reports of individuals falsely identifying themselves as CPCB officers or employees to gain access to industrial sites, operations, and construction areas. These individuals are allegedly conducting fake inspections and issuing unauthorized instructions or notices.
CPCB Cracks Down on Fake EPR Certificates and Non-Compliant Plastic Waste Processors
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued a series of stringent directions to State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) and Pollution Control Committees (PCCs) regarding widespread non-compliance with Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, particularly concerning Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificates.
New Borewell Safety Rules in Madhya Pradesh: Key Highlights
Madhya Pradesh introduces new rules to prevent accidents caused by open borewells and tubewells holding landowners and drilling agencies accountable for safety.
New MPCB Directive Targets Industrial Effluent Violations
MPCB notifies regarding the industries discharging effluent with excessive COD into CETPs in Thane-Belapur and MIDC Waluj, aiming for stricter enforcement.
