Understanding the Air Pollution Control Consent Guidelines, 2025 Introduction To combat rising air pollution and ensure stricter industrial compliance, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change has introduced the Control of Air Pollution (Grant, Refusal, or Cancellation of Consent) Guidelines, 2025. These guidelines, framed under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981,…
Enhancing Public Safety and Environmental Accountability Introduction In a significant move, the Government of India has amended the Public Liability Insurance Rules, 1991, through the Public Liability Insurance (Amendment) Rules, 2024. Published on December 17, 2024, this amendment addresses crucial aspects of public safety, environmental protection, and industrial accountability. By refining the legal framework, the…
Amendments to Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022: A Step Towards Sustainable Waste Management Introduction The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has recently issued amendments to the Battery Waste Amendment Rules 2022. Published on December 3, 2024, these changes align with the Jan Vishwas Act, 2023, which focuses on decriminalizing offenses under the…
Extension of Timeline for Filing Annual Returns under Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022 Introduction In a significant move, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has announced the Battery Waste Annual Return Extension, providing stakeholders more time to comply with the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022. This extension, announced on July 10, 2024,…
Understanding the E-Waste (Management) Second Amendment Rules, 2024 Introduction In a significant move towards enhancing environmental protection, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has introduced the E-Waste (Management) Second Amendment Rules, 2024. As a result, this amendment aims to streamline the management of electronic waste in India, thus reflecting the government’s commitment to…
Understanding the New Air Pollution Control Rules of 2024 Introduction The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) (Manner of Holding Inquiry and Imposition of Penalty) Rules, 2024 marks a significant step in India’s efforts to combat air pollution. Published on November 12, 2024, these regulation aim to streamline the inquiry process and establish clear penalties…
Simplifying Consent Mechanisms for Low-Pollution Industries Introduction On November 12, 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change issued a landmark Water Act Exemption Notification exempting low-pollution industries from specific provisions of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. This move is a significant step towards reducing compliance burdens while maintaining environmental…
Understanding the Draft Liquid Waste Management Rules 2024 Introduction The Draft Liquid Waste Management Rules 2024 are set to transform how India handles wastewater and sludge, while ensuring sustainable and environmentally sound practices. In particular, these rules are aimed at addressing key challenges in managing liquid waste. Furthermore, they seek to streamline the collection, treatment,…
CPCB Guidelines for Recycling Plastic Waste on Coastal Beaches Introduction The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has introduced comprehensive guidelines aimed at significantly enhancing recycling efforts for abandoned fishing gear and plastic waste in coastal areas. Moreover, this initiative is crucial for addressing the increasingly pressing environmental concerns related to marine litter, especially in India,…
Understanding the Latest Environmental Protection Amendment Introduction On September 9, 2024, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change introduced crucial amendments to the Environment Protection Rules, 1986. These changes, part of the Environment Protection Amendment 2024, set to take effect on September 1, 2025, focus on improving standards for Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETP),…
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