Affidavit by the state of Goa in the matter of news item titled "India lost 2.33 million hectares of tree cover since 2000 global forest watch" appearing in the Indian Express dated April 13, 2024. As per the State of Forests Report of 2023, the total forest cover in Goa …
PANJIM: National Green Tribunal (NGT) declined to grant relief to two locals who had sought a permanent ban on hosting of mega events like Sunburn in a property at Anjuna. The Tribunal also refused to direct the authorities concerned, corporate bodies and individuals to grant them compensation of Rs 1 …
PANJIM: The apex iron ore exporter’s body in Goa said that stoppage of mining activities in the State, as directed by the Supreme Court, will adversely affect revenue worth Rs 3400 crore to the State and those dependent on the business. Goa Mineral Ore Exporters Association in a letter to …
PANJIM: Karnataka on Monday claimed before the Mhadei Water Dispute Tribunal that no prejudice would be caused to Goa if it diverts water from the Mhadei river basin to the Malaprabha basin and therefore Goa’s case should be dismissed Final arguments before the Tribunal continued on Monday with Maharashtra continuing …
BICHOLIM: Mining affected farmers from villages in Bicholim on Friday demonstrated in the town demanding immediate payment of compensation for their damaged farms. The farmers claim that their land has been destroyed due to mining and the land has become barren. “Many natural water reservoirs in our village have dried …
Margao: The Nuvem village panchayat constituted it’s mandatory garbage management committee during the gram sabha on Sunday. Nuvem deputy sarpanch Manuel Borges said gram sabha members refused to approve the audit report as a part of the funds provided by the Directorate of Science and Technology were not utilised by …
Judgement of the National Green Tribunal (Western Zone Bench, Pune) in the matter of Desmond Jude D’souza Vs State of Goa & Others dated 13/02/2018. The Applicants, residents of village Anjuna are seeking permanent injunction, restraining hosting of ‘Sun-Burn’ celebration or any such event and conducting, performing any musical shows/events …
Judgement of the Supreme Court of India in the matter of The Goa Foundation Vs M/s Sesa Sterlite Ltd. & Others dated 07/02/2018 regarding illegal mining in the State of Goa. Apex Court noted that the State of Goa was obliged to grant fresh mining leases in accordance with law …
In a written submission to Mahadayi Water Dispute Tribunal, Karnataka also stated that Goa’s “allegations that the State of Karnataka has changed the nature of the flow of Mahadayi is ridiculous and false”. Terming the Goa Water Resources Minister’s comments on the Mahadayi river water dispute as “fascist” and “divisive”, …
VASCO: Vasco-based activist Advocate Savio J F Correia has recently petitioned the GSPCB by pointing out omissions by the board while enforcing six metres coal stack height at the Adani Berth at Mormugao Port Trust. In his petition to Chairman GSPCB, Correia said that the pollution board failed to enforce …
The Centre sanctioned a new project to control pollution in River Sal at Navelim town in Goa. The project was sanctioned by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change under the National River Conservation Plan and would cost of Rs. 61.74 cr.. Both the Centre and State will share …
PANJIM: Non-availability of land, absence of sewer lines, no regular supply of water and lack of willingness amongst people are some of the major challenges before the Manohar Parrikar-led coalition government in Goa which has set target to construct nearly 72,000 toilets in next eight months in a bid to …
PANJIM: The inter-state tussle between Goa and Karnataka over the Mhadei river water diversion issue is taking an ugly turn, with sources saying that the neighbouring State is in revenge mode. With the Goa showing little interest in bilateral talks on the water sharing issue, Karnataka is using its administration …
VASCO: Amidst high voltage drama and hysterical scenes the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) on Wednesday unanimously resolved to shift ammonia tanks outside Vasco city, after taking legal opinion. It also resolved to ask Mormugao Port Trust (MPT) to stop transportation of ammonia until inquiry into ammonia tank mishap certifies that …
ANJIM: South West Port Limited (SWPL) has withdrawn its application filed before the National Green Tribunal (NGT) that pleaded for a modification of its country wide order prohibiting the grant of environment clearances to projects in absence of an integrated coastal management plan for the State. The Expert Appraisal Committee …
PANAJI: Fruit ripening chambers can help consumers acquire healthy produce and save traders who resort to harmful practices from the authorities punitive action. "Ripening fruits by using chemicals is illegal and harmful to those who consume them," Jyothi Sardessai, director, food and drugs administration (FDA) said at the third biennial …
SEAC recommends fresh EC for SWMF at Cacora PANJIM: The Goa State Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) has said that the proposed enhancement of existing capacity of the solid waste management facility (SWMF) at Saligao from 100 tonnes per day (TPD) to 250 TPD, does not require environment clearance (EC) as …
Quepem: A businessman facing action for raising a commercial structure on the banks of Kushavati river in violation of coastal regulation zone (CRZ) rules, has erected another commercial structure in the same plot. In 2011, a part of the plot was reclaimed and, recently, the entire plot, right up to …
PANJIM: After initially suggesting the auction of iron ore mining leases, NGO Goa Foundation (GF), on Thursday proposed that the government not auction leases to private players as the mining industry is incorrigible and continues to brazenly violate laws leading to illegal trade. The NGO opined that the government assume …
PANJIM: Goa Tourism projects to create public utility facilities at 30 places along the coastal stretch have been hit by the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) country-wide order halting construction activities pending finalisation of coastal zone management plans. NGT, last November, had passed the order directing all States not to grant …
Panaji: The Union ministry of mines has invited objections and suggestions for the draft national mineral policy (DNMP). The policy, which states that the private sector will be encouraged to take up exploration, also spells out that the government intends to grant mining 'industry' status. "Mining needs to be carried …
