Today, On 15th September, The Supreme Court, warned that Himachal faces an ecological crisis where the entire state may vanish in thin air from India’s map, has rescheduled its order to September 23, stressing the issue impacts the entire Himalayan region critically.
Today, On 7th April, The Telangana government moved the High Court seeking action against AI-generated fake content related to the Kancha Gachibowli protest. The protest, led by students and activists, was against the government’s plan to develop forest land near Hyderabad. Fake videos and images were circulated online, falsely showing violence and environmental damage. The government wants strict action to prevent the spread of such misleading content.
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Today, On 29th November, the Supreme Court issued contempt notices to Uttar Pradesh officials for illegally felling 454 trees on Vrindavan Road. The Court mandated that permitted tree-felling must occur only between 6 PM and 8 AM. A halt to further tree felling was ordered, highlighting the need for adherence to judicial directives.
The Delhi High Court raised serious concerns about deforestation, warning that continued apathy could turn the city into a barren desert. With temperatures reaching an unprecedented 52.3 degrees Celsius, the urgency for effective measures to combat deforestation and preserve green spaces is emphasized. The Court also mandated the formation of a Special Empowered Committee for forest conservation.