Today, On 13th November, The Supreme Court has directed Jharkhand to notify 126 compartments as the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary and prohibited any mining activity within a one-kilometre radius of its boundary.
Thousands gathered at India Gate shouting “Stop This Tanashahi!” after the Supreme Court directed the removal of stray dogs from public spaces like schools and hospitals, sparking outrage among animal rights activists demanding humane and balanced solutions for community safety.
Justice Surya Kant said Article 21 must also cover ecological preservation essential for life, stressing that justice cannot work selectively. He was speaking at a Kerala conference on human–wildlife conflict.
The Supreme Court has warned that granting environmental clearances for sand mining without properly assessing the riverbed’s current condition could cause serious ecological damage, stressing the need for a balanced approach to safeguard environment and natural resources.
New Delhi, March 17– The Supreme Court of India on Monday declined to hear a petition challenging an order from the Gauhati High Court, which had adjourned sine die (without setting a future date) a case related to the protection and preservation of Kaziranga National Park in Assam.
Today(on 9th August), The Kerala High Court emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to development in light of recent landslides in Wayanad, stressing the importance of assessing the social, economic, and ecological impacts of developmental activities. The Court appointed an Amicus Curiae to offer recommendations on refining policies for environmental conservation and directed the State to prioritize environmental preservation and sustainability. The Court urged urgent action and reevaluation of existing practices.
