NGT notice to Centre on plea to ban slaughter of cattle
The National Green Tribunal Wednesday sought response from the government on a lawyer's plea seeking nationwide ban on slaughter of indigenous breeds of cattle.
Sep 30, 2015, 15:40 PM IST
Centre to reply on plea seeking designated place for crackers
The National Green Tribunal today sought response from the government on a lawyer's plea seeking designated time and place for use of firecrackers during festivals like Diwali.
Sep 28, 2015, 18:02 PM IST
NGT seeks list of ashrams, guest houses in Haridwar, Rishikesh
The National Green Tribunal, which had earlier directed complete ban on plastic in Haridwar and surrounding areas, has again taken Uttarakhand government to task for proliferation of unauthorised industries and hotels operating there.
Sep 25, 2015, 16:05 PM IST
Ensure no cattle blood flows into Yamuna: NGT to Delhi govt
A day before Eid-ul-Zuha, the National Green Tribunal Thursday asked the Delhi government to ensure that no blood is allowed to directly seep into the Yamuna river due to slaughtering of cattle.
Sep 24, 2015, 18:03 PM IST
Lawyer moves NGT seeking designated place for fire-crackers
A lawyer Thursday moved the National Green Tribunal against the environmental hazard caused by use of fire-crackers during festivals like Diwali and sought the creation of designated time and places for bursting them.
Sep 24, 2015, 18:01 PM IST
Car-free Gurgaon: NGT questions Haryana govt's initiative
A day after Gurgaon observed a 'car-free day' to free the roads from traffic congestion, the National Green Tribunal today asked Haryana government to inform it about its actual impact on the pollution level in the city.
Sep 23, 2015, 23:15 PM IST
Activists move NGT to save Aravalli in Faridabad, Gurgaon
Environmental activists have approached National Green Tribunal (NGT) with a plea for saving the Aravalli range in Faridabad and Gurgaon.
Sep 23, 2015, 01:42 AM IST
NGT issues notice over releasing drinking water for Ganeshotsav immersion
The National Green Tribunal here has issued notices to various departments of the Maharashtra government in an EIL to ban releasing drinking water from dams for Lord Ganesha idols` immersion, an activist said here on Tuesday.
Sep 22, 2015, 18:00 PM IST
Rs 5000 fine on those throwing waste, puja offerings in Yamuna
Ahead of the festive season, Delhi government has decided to strictly impose a fine of Rs 5,000 on those spotted polluting the Yamuna by throwing waste or puja offerings in it.
Sep 20, 2015, 09:59 AM IST
Only bio-degradable idols to be immersed in Yamuna: NGT
With the festive season soon approaching, the National Green Tribunal today passed a slew of directions to prevent pollution of the Yamuna river including a ban on immersion of idols except those made from bio-degradable material.
Sep 16, 2015, 19:05 PM IST
Hopes pinned on NGT on Yamuna's water flow
Environmental activists concerned at the degradation of Yamuna river have demanded firm action by the union water resources ministry on the directive of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to ensure a minimal flow of water in this largest tributary of the Ganges.
Sep 13, 2015, 20:41 PM IST
Stop illegal sand mining, NGT tells Goa government
Continuous illegal sand mining in defiance of its orders and the authorities' inaction have prompted the National Green Tribunal to direct the Goa government to use armed police, if required, to stop the menace.
Sep 12, 2015, 21:47 PM IST
Tree felling in East Delhi: NGT notice to Delhi govt
The National Green Tribunal on Friday directed Delhi government to ensure that no trees are cut on the service lane in East Delhi's Yamuna Vihar area.
Sep 11, 2015, 22:44 PM IST
Deconcretisation of trees: NGT slams DDA over delay in report
The National Green Tribunal on Thursday rapped the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for not submitting report on deconcretisation of trees in the capital, even when five panels were formed to monitor the matter over a year ago.
Sep 10, 2015, 18:04 PM IST
Relief for home buyers in Noida: Thousands to get occupancy certificates soon
The announcement by Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar came on a day the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed the Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) to issue within three weeks the final notification on Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around the sanctuary.
Aug 19, 2015, 09:12 AM IST
Planning to buy second car? Be prepared to pay more
Delhi government said it has no problem in implementing capping the total number of vehicles.
Aug 08, 2015, 12:08 PM IST
Ban on diesel vehicles: NGT extends stay till July 13
The National Green Tribunal on Monday extended till July 13 the stay on its order banning plying of over 10-year-old diesel vehicles in Delhi-NCR.
May 25, 2015, 21:08 PM IST
Ban on diesel vehicles: NGT extends stay till July 13, interim relief to continue
The National Green Tribunal on Monday extended till July 13 the stay on its order banning plying of over 10-year-old diesel vehicles in Delhi-NCR.
May 25, 2015, 14:46 PM IST
Centre favours ban on 15-year-old diesel vehicles in Delhi-NCR
The Centre Monday told National Green Tribunal that it favours banning of all diesel vehicles, which are more than 15 years from plying in Delhi-NCR.
May 18, 2015, 21:10 PM IST
Ban on diesel vehicles: NGT extends stay, pulls up Centre
The National Green Tribunal on Monday extended till May 25 the stay on its order banning plying of over 10-year-old diesel vehicles in Delhi-NCR.
May 18, 2015, 15:36 PM IST
