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    Wilful and Deliberate: Plea In Supreme Court Seeks Action Against Govt Officials for Alleged Illegal Release of GM, Gene-Edited Crops
    Wilful and Deliberate: Plea In Supreme Court Seeks Action Against Govt Officials for Alleged Illegal Release of GM, Gene-Edited Crops
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    Wilful and Deliberate: Plea In Supreme Court Seeks Action Against Govt Officials for Alleged Illegal Release of GM, Gene-Edited Crops

    The Supreme Court of India was urged to urgently hear a contempt plea filed by Aruna Rodrigues alleging that government officials wilfully violated court directions requiring a national policy on genetically modified and gene-edited crops before permitting their release in India.

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    Chambal Illegal Sand Mining Crackdown: Supreme Court of India Orders CCTV Surveillance, GPS Tracking; Warns of Total Ban
    Chambal Illegal Sand Mining Crackdown: Supreme Court of India Orders CCTV Surveillance, GPS Tracking; Warns of Total Ban
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    Chambal Illegal Sand Mining Crackdown: Supreme Court of India Orders CCTV Surveillance, GPS Tracking; Warns of Total Ban

    The Supreme Court has issued strict directions including CCTV monitoring and GPS tracking to stop illegal sand mining in the Chambal Sanctuary. It warned of harsh action, including a complete mining ban and central force deployment, if authorities fail to act.

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    Karnataka High Court Says No to Immediate Ban on Tiger Safari, Seeks State Reply 
    Karnataka High Court Says No to Immediate Ban on Tiger Safari, Seeks State Reply 
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    Karnataka High Court Says No to Immediate Ban on Tiger Safari, Seeks State Reply 

    The Karnataka High Court refused immediate ban on tiger safaris but sought response on plea challenging activities in critical habitats Bench led by Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru directed State to file affidavit detailing zones safari locations and conservation compliance

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    "Happening Under Your Nose": Supreme Court of India Slams MP & Rajasthan Over Illegal Sand Mining Nexus
    "Happening Under Your Nose": Supreme Court of India Slams MP & Rajasthan Over Illegal Sand Mining Nexus
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    “Happening Under Your Nose”: Supreme Court of India Slams MP & Rajasthan Over Illegal Sand Mining Nexus

    The Supreme Court of India strongly criticised authorities in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan for failing to curb illegal sand mining, calling it a “sad state of affairs.” The Court raised serious concerns over officer safety, environmental damage, and possible State-mafia collusion.

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    “Extremely Sad State of Affairs”: Supreme Court Condemns Illegal Mining in Chambal Sanctuary, Warns of Environmental Anarchy
    “Extremely Sad State of Affairs”: Supreme Court Condemns Illegal Mining in Chambal Sanctuary, Warns of Environmental Anarchy
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    “Extremely Sad State of Affairs”: Supreme Court Condemns Illegal Mining in Chambal Sanctuary, Warns of Environmental Anarchy

    The Supreme Court of India condemned illegal sand mining in the Chambal Sanctuary, calling it “an extremely sad state of affairs” harming fragile ecosystems. The Bench warned “mining mafia are the new dacoits,” highlighting threats to endangered gharials and unchecked environmental damage.

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    Big Decision Pending: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Environmental Clearance for Rule-Violating Projects
    Big Decision Pending: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Environmental Clearance for Rule-Violating Projects
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    Big Decision Pending: Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Environmental Clearance for Rule-Violating Projects

    The Supreme Court of India has reserved its verdict on whether projects that violated environmental norms can be granted clearance later. The decision will impact projects worth thousands of crores and future environmental law enforcement in India.

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    Supreme Court Flags ‘Serious Environmental Risks’ in Teesta-III Dam Rebuild After Sikkim GLOF Disaster
    Supreme Court Flags ‘Serious Environmental Risks’ in Teesta-III Dam Rebuild After Sikkim GLOF Disaster
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    Supreme Court Flags ‘Serious Environmental Risks’ in Teesta-III Dam Rebuild After Sikkim GLOF Disaster

    The Supreme Court has issued notice on a plea challenging the reconstruction and disinvestment of the Teesta-III Hydroelectric Project after the 2023 Sikkim GLOF disaster. The plea cites environmental risks, lack of public consultation, and arbitrary disinvestment of a public project.

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    Disturbing Settled Environment of Rescued Animals Is Cruelty: Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Against Wildlife Import
    Disturbing Settled Environment of Rescued Animals Is Cruelty: Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Against Wildlife Import
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    Disturbing Settled Environment of Rescued Animals Is Cruelty: Supreme Court Dismisses PIL Against Wildlife Import

    The Supreme Court of India dismissed a writ by Karanartham Viramah Foundation alleging CITES violations, holding disturbing lawfully imported animals’ environment may cause cruelty, citing East India Commercial case and refusing directions under Article 32.

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    “What Steps Are Being Taken?” Supreme Court Asks Centre to File Detailed Report on Illegal Constructions Along Ganga
    “What Steps Are Being Taken?” Supreme Court Asks Centre to File Detailed Report on Illegal Constructions Along Ganga
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    “What Steps Are Being Taken?” Supreme Court Asks Centre to File Detailed Report on Illegal Constructions Along Ganga

    The Supreme Court has directed the Centre to submit a comprehensive report on illegal constructions and encroachments along the banks and floodplains of the Ganga. The Court also sought details of steps taken to remove encroachments and protect the river ecosystem.

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    Supreme Court to Define “Aravalli”: Status Quo on Mining Continues as Expert Panel to Be Formed
    Supreme Court to Define “Aravalli”: Status Quo on Mining Continues as Expert Panel to Be Formed
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    Supreme Court to Define “Aravalli”: Status Quo on Mining Continues as Expert Panel to Be Formed

    The Supreme Court will constitute a panel of domain experts to help define the term “Aravalli” in an ongoing suo motu environmental case. The Court has ordered status quo on mining and related activities until key preliminary issues are decided.

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