Clarification on Appraisal Process for Grant of Environmental Clearance (EC) for Category B Projects under EIA Notification, 2006 The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has issued a recent Office Memorandum clarifying the appraisal and approval process for Environmental Clearance (EC) for Category B projects. The clarification aims to reduce delays, avoid duplication, and…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Used Oil EPR Returns for FY 2024-25 Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has officially extended the filing deadline for the Used Oil EPR Returns under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules, 2023. The new deadline now stands extended till 31st…
Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity Target Rules, 2025: India’s Step Toward Sustainable Industrial Growth Introduction The Greenhouse Gases Emission Intensity Target Rules, 2025 mark a major milestone in India’s journey toward sustainable industrialization. Announced by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), these rules establish clear emission intensity targets for industries under the Energy…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns for Financial Year 2024-25 under Plastic Waste Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has officially extended the Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 for the financial year 2024-25. This update provides much-needed relief to registered Producers,…
Comprehensive Overview of the Boiler Attendants’ Rules, 2025: Eligibility, Certification & Examination Framework Introduction The Boiler Attendants’ Rules, 2025, notified by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on 29 September 2025, modernizes India’s boiler operation framework under the Boiler Act, 2025. These rules establish clear guidelines on eligibility, certification, training, and responsibilities of boiler attendants…
Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2025: Key Highlights and Implications Introduction The Factories (Gujarat Amendment) Ordinance, 2025 was promulgated by the Governor of Gujarat on July 1, 2025, to amend provisions of the Factories Act, 1948, as applicable in Gujarat. This amendment responds to extraordinary national circumstances and aims to boost industrial growth, attract investment, and…
Boiler Accident Inquiry Rules, 2025: Key Provisions and Compliance Insights Introduction The Boiler Accident Inquiry Rules, 2025 were notified by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on September 10, 2025, under the Boilers Act, 2025. These rules replace the 2021 framework and aim to strengthen the inquiry process for boiler-related accidents across India. Since boilers…
Guidelines for Silica Sand Mining and Washing Plants: CPCB’s New Framework Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has issued Guidelines for Silica Sand Mining and Washing Plants following an order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) dated 29 November 2024. These guidelines aim to regulate…
Environment (Protection) Seventh Amendment Rules, 2025: Key Highlights for the Pulp and Paper Industry Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has notified the Environment (Protection) Seventh Amendment Rules, 2025 under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. These rules bring significant updates to pollution control standards, especially for the pulp and paper industry. With…
Guidelines on MSW Incineration-Based Waste-to-Energy Plants Introduction The Guidelines on MSW Incineration-Based Waste-to-Energy Plants released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in August 2025 provide a comprehensive roadmap for developing, operating, and regulating waste-to-energy (WtE) facilities in India. With urban India generating over 170,000 tonnes of MSW daily, landfills face critical pressure. Incineration-based WtE…