Paper Cups Are More Harmful, Toxic And Than Plastic Ones For The Environment, Says Study
Reports of plastics pollution contaminating all parts of the Earth and in all living things has accelerated a shift to alternative materials. However, paper cups are just as toxic as plastic cups.
Aug 26, 2023, 15:56 PM IST
Canada to ban single-use plastics next week, to prohibit imports from June 2023
Effective from December 20, the import and manufacture of single-use plastic checkout bags, cutlery, and food service ware made from problematic plastics, that are hard to recycle will be prohibited.
Dec 18, 2022, 10:44 AM IST
DNA: Ban on single-use plastic products confined to papers only?
In the order issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) of the Ministry of Environment, it was said that from July 1, 2022, 19 types of single-use plastic products will be banned in the whole country. But today, even after two and a half months, this order has remained confined to paper only. Despite the ban, these single-use plastic products are still being used fiercely.
Sep 14, 2022, 23:10 PM IST
Indian Railways update: IRCTC to ban Single-use plastic in trains, new guidelines out soon
Indian Railways update: IRCTC will soon ban single-use plastic from the catering department including plates, spoons, cups, glasses and other essential items.
Aug 02, 2022, 15:48 PM IST
DNA: Plastic used in India despite ban
Today in DNA, see plastic is used in India despite the ban. Today we will show a report that will stun you. Know what is the truth behind the ban on 19 types of plastic.
Jul 04, 2022, 23:50 PM IST
India bans THESE single use plastic items - Here is a list of eco-friendly alternatives you can use
Single use plastic ban: The ban was enforced all across the country on July 1 and aims to protect the environment from plastic pollution.
Jul 03, 2022, 10:10 AM IST
DNA: Big decision to ban single-use plastic
Just imagine what will happen if the government says that from tomorrow onwards you will not be able to throw out any plastic waste. So in such a situation, the plastic that you use every day will start getting collected in your house and in a few years, your house will be filled with plastic waste. Now the question is why are we saying this?
Jul 01, 2022, 00:42 AM IST
World Environment Day 2022; Punjab to ban single-use plastic from July
During a virtual state-level function to mark World Environment Day 2022, Secretary, Science, Technology and Environment Rahul Tewari announced the decision of the state government for environmental protection.
Jun 05, 2022, 17:12 PM IST
World Environment Day 2022: Centre writes to states to phase out Single Use Plastic
World Environment Day 2022: Under the Swachh Bharat Mission - Urban 2.0, plastic waste management, including elimination of SUP, is a crucial area of focus.
Jun 05, 2022, 07:49 AM IST
BAN on plastic! Centre prohibits single-use plastic items from July 1, 2022
The Centre has banned manufacture, import, stocking, distribution, sale and use of identified single-use plastic (SUP) items, including candy sticks, plates, cups and cutlery, from July 1, 2022.
Aug 13, 2021, 23:52 PM IST
On my last three films, the sets were plastic-free and there was no use of single-use plastic: Bhumi Pednekar
On World Environment Day last year, Bollywood celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, Anushka Sharma, etc came forward for Bhumi’s 'One Wish For The Earth' initiative and urged everyone to plant more trees and do their bit to take care of their environment.
Jan 29, 2021, 13:02 PM IST
Ladakh orders ban on use of plastic water bottles in government offices, other institutions
As a step to realise the long term goal of 'carbon neutral Ladakh', the Union Territory administration has ordered a complete ban on the use of plastic water bottles and other plastic made objects in government offices and other institutions, an official spokesman said on Wednesday.
Jun 24, 2020, 18:46 PM IST
BMC to ban single-use plastic from May 1
Maharashtra Minister Aaditya Thackeray had, on Friday (February 28), announced in the Legislative Council that the state will be made free of single-use plastic items by May 1 this year.
Feb 29, 2020, 20:37 PM IST
Single-use plastic ban in India from 2nd October
On the occasion of 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi,
The government may impose a ban on Single-use plastic from today onwards on the products like Plastic bags, straw, food packaging items, bottles etc.
PM Narendra Modi lauds 'Coolie No. 1' team for plastic-free sets
The cast, which also consists of Sara Ali Khan, and crew of the film have been given plastic-free sippers.
Sep 12, 2019, 10:34 AM IST
Animals dying because of plastic trash: PM Narendra Modi in Mathura
Modi also urged people to carry eco-friendly bags while going to the market.
Sep 11, 2019, 17:12 PM IST
Crucial Cabinet Secretary meet on single-use plastic ban on Tuesday ahead of October 2 deadline
The government is working on a two-pronged approach to implement the ban on single-use plastic. Details below:
Sep 10, 2019, 13:47 PM IST
Zee News Exclusive: Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar speaks over plastic ban in India
Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar speaks to Zee News over the plastic ban in India. Let's listen in...
Sep 06, 2019, 13:38 PM IST
PM Narendra Modi thanks Aamir Khan for supporting single-use plastic ban
This isn't the first time that a Bollywood actor has made an effort to garner people's attention towards environmental issues.
Aug 28, 2019, 12:38 PM IST
Deshhit: India supports PM Modi's initiative to eliminate single-use plastic products
India supports PM Modi's initiative to eliminate single-use plastic products. Watch this video to know more.
Aug 27, 2019, 22:08 PM IST
