Deadline Extension for Prohibition on Electric Detonators: What You Need to Know As India moves toward stricter safety standards, the central government has taken a pivotal step to enhance public safety and national security by regulating the use of hazardous explosives. Among these measures is the Prohibition electric detonators deadline categorized under Class 6 Division…
Understanding the Disaster Management Act 2025: A New Era of Preparedness Introduction In today’s ever-changing world, disasters—both natural and man-made—can strike anytime, anywhere. Therefore, it becomes crucial for every country to have a robust legal framework to ensure timely response, effective coordination, and sustainable recovery. With this goal in mind, the Government of India has…
Revised Classification of Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plants Under CPCB Guidelines Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recently revised the Classification of Compressed Biogas Plant (CBG/Bio-CNG) under its new Classification-2025 framework. Specifically, this update categorizes CBG plants into Red, Blue, and White categories based on their Pollution Index (PI) scores. Consequently, the move aims…
New Environmental Regulations for the Caustic Soda Industry: 2025 Updates Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has recently issued new amendments to the Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986. These significant changes, which will take effect from 2025, introduce stricter caustic soda environmental regulations aimed at reducing wastewater pollution, regulating harmful emissions, and…
Amendments to Environmental Clearance Exemptions for Linear Projects – 2025 Introduction In a major move towards enhancing environmental safeguards, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) introduced Environmental Clearance Exemption Amendments for linear projects through a notification issued on March 17, 2025. These changes address concerns raised by the Supreme Court of India…
SEIAA and SEAC Authority in EC Amendments & Transfers Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) recently issued new guidelines to clarify the roles of State Environmental Impact Assessment Authorities (SEIAA) and State Expert Appraisal Committees (SEAC). These guidelines explicitly state who approves changes, transfers, extensions, or cancellations of Environmental Clearances (ECs)…
Battery Waste Management Amendment Rules, 2025: Key Updates and Industry Impact Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has introduced the Battery Waste Management Amendment Rules, 2025, bringing significant updates to the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. Notably, these changes strengthen compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), enhance labeling standards, and increase…
Guidelines for Registration of Recyclers and Co-Processors on the EPR Portal Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), has introduced new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines for the Co-Processors and Recycler registration on EPR Portal. These guidelines are part of the Hazardous and Other Wastes…
Guidelines for Registration of Used Oil Importers on EPR Portal Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), has introduced a mandatory Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) process for used oil importer registration. This initiative, outlined in the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second…
Environmental Clearance Transfer Process 2025: Key Guidelines Introduction Environmental Clearance (EC) is a crucial regulatory approval for industrial and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with environmental norms. The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) issued a directive on November 3, 2023, specifying a time-bound Environmental clearance transfer process when project ownership changes. However, many…