Madras High Court Seeks Urgent Report on Isha Foundation’s Maha Shivaratri Celebrations Amid Environmental Concerns

Madras: The Madras High Court has asked the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) to submit an urgent report regarding a petition seeking to stop permission for Maha Shivaratri celebrations at the Isha Foundation. Thousands of devotees are expected to visit the spiritual center throughout the night on February 26, raising concerns over environmental violations.

PIL Filed in Delhi HC Highlights Sewer Overflow Crisis, Water Contamination, and Spread of Waterborne Diseases

A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed with the Delhi High Court highlights a year-long sewer overflow crisis causing water contamination and waterborne diseases. The PIL, filed by NGO Social Jurist, attributes the issue to insufficient desilting, reduced sewer cleaning resources, and outdated infrastructure.