Lake Pollution

Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding the deplorable condition of a water tank, Golconda Fort, Hyderabad, Telangana, 05/06/2025

Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of In Re: News Item Titled "Neglected Katora Houz in Hyderabad’s Golconda Fort Cries for attention appearing in ‘The Siasat Daily’ dated 25 May 2025". The application was registered suo-motu based on the news item titled “Neglected Katora Houz in Hyderabad’s …

HMDA report on Kapra lake on October 3

The bench earlier ordered the presence of the HMDA commissioner to explain the steps taken to prevent the flow of sewerage into the lake. Hyderabad: The Hyderabad High Court on Tuesday gave the HMDA commissioner time to file a report explaining the steps being taken to prevent flow of sewerage …

GHMC to probe Peacock Lake pollution level

The Peacock Lake will soon be restored to its glory as the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) along with the Telangana State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) has decided to conduct a thorough study to determine the toxicity levels of the lake.The move comes a day after a field survey was …

Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding collection and disposal of municipal solid waste in Srinagar, 05/09/2017

Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Dr. Irfan Ahmad & Ors. Vs. Mr. Nawang Rigzin Jora & Others dated 05/09/2017 regarding collection and disposal of municipal solid waste in the city of Srinagar and the surrounding area. NGT makes it clear that any further delay in …

Special court commissioner to visit Bellandur lake for spot inspection

A special commissioner appointed by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) will visit Bellandur lake any time after August 22, when the state government submits its affidavit and present ground details on the condition of the lake. This will be the first time a court commissioner will visit the polluted lake. …

Pollutants kill fish at Dhanas, Sukhna lakes

Dhanas Lake: In a repeat episode of mass mortality of big fish at Dhanas lake on July 12, 2015, the lethal combination of high humidity, low cloud cover and pollutants has led to more fish dying on Sunday along the banks and in the middle of the southern part of …

Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding dumping of waste in Bellandur Lake, Karnataka, 22/08/2017

Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of D. Kupendra Reddy Vs. State of Karnataka & Others dated 22/08/2017 regarding dumping of sewage in Bellandur lake, Karnataka. Counsel appearing for the State of Karnataka submits that he would place before the Tribunal a complete action plan, particularly in …

NGT asks Karnataka tough questions on Bellandur

BENGALURU: The principal bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday asked the Karnataka government to submit the measures it has taken on cleaning up Bellandur Lake by August 22, the next date of hearing in the case. The tribunal shot off questions to the government during the hearing: …

Burundian gov't calls for urgent measures to stop pollution of Lake Tanganyika

Burundian Second Vice-President Joseph Butore on Tuesday called for urgent measures to stop the pollution of Lake Tanganyika. "Urgent and concrete measures need to be taken to stop the pollution of Lake Tanganyika waters," Butore said after visiting the shores of the lake in the capital city Bujumbura. "People entitled …

Experts think bacteria caused lake frothing

Experts said that these organisms with their long tails might be raking up the froth in the water. Hyderabad: Did overload of certain bacteria cause the water bodies to explode with foam? In a new development, the Pollution Control Board has sent water samples of major water bodies to check …

Scientists raise concerns over pollution of Lake Victoria

EAC raises red flag over the continued degradation of region's ecosystem Experts attribute this to human practices and failure to implement environmental laws Increased pollution is threatening the sustainable use of Lake Victoria, a vital resource for the East African region. Experts attribute this to human practices and failure to …

Pig waste pollutes RK Puram lake in Hyderabad

They said that the two units, located in the vicinity of the lake, are releasing oil extracted from pig fat into the water body. Hyderabad: Residents of RK Puram have complained that two units located near the R K Puram flyover, engaged in extraction of oil from animal waste, are …

Uganda: Kabaka's Lake Polluters Face Prosecution

Kampala — Rubaga Division mayor Joyce Ssebugwawo has ordered the prosecution of whoever is behind the pollution of the man-made Kabaka's Lake. Ms Ssebugwawo, particularly singled out Rubaga Miracle Centre Cathedral owned by Pastor Robert Kayanja and St Lawrence University among those allegedly contaminating Kabaka's Lake. The mayor issued the …

Low oxygen in Ghodasar water kills hundreds of fish

AHMEDABAD: A team of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's health department rushed to Ghodasar lake on Sunday after receiving reports of the death of a large quantity of fish because of depleted oxygen level in the water. This was creating a health hazard for those living nearby. The AMC team removed the …

Ethiopia: Rescuing Lake Hawassa in Full Swing

Following the ecological threat of Hawassa Lake, which is a habitat for enormous aquatic animals and a livelihood for a number of people, stakeholders are striving to rescue the lake from drying. Indeed, the issue is real. As concerned professionals and stakeholders uttered, 'the Lake is in great trouble'!. Hawassa …

Hyderabad lake goes Bellandur way, toxic foam can gush into taps

HYDERABAD: After Bengaluru's Bellandur and Varthur lakes gained notoriety for spewing toxic foam, Hyderabad's Ramakrishnapuram Lake (RK Puram lake) near Neredmet too seems to be choking with pollution. On Monday afternoon, the lake's weir furiously frothed over with clouds of noxious foam as alarmed residents looked on in horror. What …

Sewage and filth leaves Upper Lake gasping

Bhopal:Upper Lake considered to be the lifeline of the state capital is dying a slow death. A large part of the city's sewage, chemical and toxic waste finds its way into the millennia old water body, degrading its quality. Each day, the Upper Lake which is source of drinking water …

Now, an artwork at frothing Bellandur lake gives the message

Bellandur lake has now caught people’s attention for something other than its pathetic condition. An artwork — a simple message in Kannada etched on the mesh erected around the waterbody — is making passersby stop and take notice. Noted artist Suresh Kumar G and his five-member team etched the message …

Kanpur administration acts after fish die in lake

KANPUR: Hundreds of fish have died in the historical Sher Shah Suri lake in Chakeri's Lal Bangla area of the city. Members of a local organisation have removed a large number of dead fish in the past few days. They alleged negligence on the part of authorities concerned for not …

Dead fish, snakes in Chinnappanahalli lake raise a stink

Residents are having a harrowing time at Chinnappanahalli lake near Marathalli due to the foul smell from the dead fish floating on the lake. Sonu Goyal, a resident says, “There are around three to four garages around the periphery of the lake which dump their waste nearby. When it rains, …

Bellandur lake pollution matter: Hearing continues today

The hearing on the Bellandur lake pollution matter continues on Thursday in the new National Green Tribunal. The hearing on the Bellandur lake pollution matter continues on Thursday in the new National Green Tribunal. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on April 19 directed immediate and complete shutdown of 76 polluting …

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