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Biomedical waste from Kerala dumped in Tamil Nadu, officials dodge accountability

Hours after it came to light that bio-medical waste from Kerala was illegally dumped in multiple locations in Tamil Nadu’s Tirunelveli district, government authorities in both states continue to dodge accountability. Medical documents bearing the name of Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), a state-owned cancer care hospital and research centre in…

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Heavy metals in water, soil samples around NLCIL within prescribed limits: TNPCB

TNPCB report finds heavy metal levels around NLC India Limited within limits, except for some exceedances in specific locations.

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Madras High Court concedes defeat in preventing illegal constructions due to money power, but says it will continue the fight

Madras High Court laments failure to prevent illegal constructions due to money power, vows to continue fight.

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SC dismisses Vedanta plea to reopen Thoothukudi copper plant, upholds poeple’s right to health

Supreme Court dismisses Vedanta's plea to reopen Thoothukudi plant, upholding Tamil Nadu's environmental protection measures.

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Supreme Court dismisses plea seeking to reopen Thoothukudi Sterlite copper plant

Supreme Court dismisses Vedanta's plea to reopen Thoothukudi plant, upholding Tamil Nadu's environmental protection measures.

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NGT seeks report from TNPCB on compliance of bulk waste generators with waste disposal in State

NGT has sought a report from the TNPCB on bulk waste generators and regulation mechanisms for such entities.

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Environmentalists, residents oppose limestone quarry at Pudupalayam during TNPCB hearing

Environmentalists, civil activists, and residents strongly object to the proposed mining activities by the Tamil Nadu Cement Corporation at Pudupalayam village in Ariyalur district

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Spell out action taken against construction without planning permission, Madras HC directs Greater Chennai Corporation

Madras High Court questions Chennai Corporation's action against illegal construction and noise pollution caused by a private hospital.

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Noise pollution due to construction activity in residential areas, Madras HC calls for report from TNPCB

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Raising high stink: T.N.’s bulk waste disposal issues

Tamil Nadu's waste disposal norms are being violated by industries, leading to environmental degradation and public health risks.

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TNPCB urges producers and recyclers of e-waste to register on EPR portal

The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board mandates registration for electronic waste entities and encourages public reporting of illegal activities.

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Many parts of Chennai record poor air quality on Bhogi day

Chennai's air quality worsens as residents burn waste during Bhogi celebrations, leading to smog and high pollution levels.

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Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board asks public to celebrate a ‘smoke-free’ Bhogi

Celebrate a 'smoke-free' Bhogi by avoiding burning rubber tyres, plastic, and waste materials to prevent air pollution.

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Madras High Court asks litigants to approach NGT to determine distance criteria between stone crushing units

Chief Justice Sanjay V. Gangapurwala and Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy granted 10 days’ time for the litigants before the High Court to approach the NGT and said, an interim stay granted by the High Court in September 2019 to the TNPCB’s notification would expire after the period of 10 days.

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TNPCB seeks more time to file detailed report on ammonia leak in Ennore

The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) has sought more time to file a detailed report before the southern bench of the National Green Tribunal on the ammonia leak from Coromandel International Limited.

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Ennore goes to battle again

Residents of Ennore grapple with effects of ammonia leak, causing panic & health risks in the area.

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Ennore ammonia gas leak | NGT takes suo motu cognisance, directs TNPCB to file report

Ennore ammonia gas leak: NGT takes suo motu cognisance of ammonia gas leak in Ennore, TNPCB to file report on incident. The case has been listed for hearing on January 2, 2024.

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Ammonia leak from pipeline triggers scare at night; 52 admitted to hospital in Chennai

Ammonia gas leak in Ennore: TN government shuts down Coromandel International Limited, a fertisiler manufacturing facility in Ennore, that was unloading ammonnia from Ennore minor port, where the leak happened

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Oil spill in Ennore Creek: CPCL expects to complete oil clean-up work in two to three days

CPCL mobilizes 4 agencies to clean up oil spill in Ennore Creek & Buckingham Canal due to Cyclone Michaung. 20,000 absorbent pads, 110 boats & 440 personnel deployed.

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Oil on water: Chennai’s mega cleaning challenge

Oil spill in Chennai's Manali & Ennore causes ecological disaster, CPCL denies pipeline leak, NGT sets unrealistic deadline for clean-up.

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State Oil Crisis Management Group directs CPCL to ramp up mitigation work at Ennore Creek and nearby areas

Oil crisis in Chennai: CPCL directed to deploy more oil boomers, skimmers, and personnel to remove oil from Ennore Creek. Boats, personnel, and gully sucker machines used to suck oil and clean debris. Booms and skimmers from Paradip and Chennai ports to contain oil in creek. Health, Animal Husbandry, Forest,…

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Natural sand excavated from seafront in Mamallapuram; TNSCZMA to take action

TNSCZMA to take action over CRZ violation in Mamallapuram; TNPCB found natural sand dug to 5ft depth along 126m stretch. Show-cause notice to be issued before any directions issued under Section 5.

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Smoke spewing from chemical unit causes eye irritation among residents, motorists near Walajah town in Ranipet

Ranipet residents and motorists experienced eye irritation and inhaling difficulties after 30,000 litres of acid spilled from a container burst at a chemical unit. Firefighters put out the smoke in an hour. Officials from TNPCB inspected the unit and the district admin ordered an inquiry.

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Expedite remediation of chromium-contaminated site in Ranipet: NGT

NGT orders Special Committee to expedite remediation of chromium-contaminated site in Ranipet, TN. Committee to monitor implementation of action plan, complete project report & start work for permanent remediation w/in 6 months. Tribunal stresses need to protect people from health issues.

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Aavin directed to submit action plan on recycling used milk sachets

NGT directs Aavin to file action plan to recycle milk sachets as per EPR. TNPCB inspection found 150MT of waste stored in Aavin's Ambattur factory. NGT orders Aavin to file report & plan of action for handling & recycling empty sachets. Petition seeks restriction of milk pouches citing health &…

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