Former Programme Manager, Environmental Governance (Municipal Solid Waste), Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi
Burn it all
That is NITI Aayog's solution to India's solid waste management woes
Pick the no waste option
The Kerala government popularises a model that minimises the creation of waste
A clean miss
The new Swachh Survekshan ranking promotes cities with poor waste management practices
Not yet clean
Swachh Bharat Mission completes two years, but India is far from achieving its goal.
GoM clears Land Acquisition Bill
Makes compulsory approval of the gram sabhas for acquiring land in tribal areas
National Green Tribunal stays thermal power plant in Gujarat
Asks project proponent to obtain environmental clearances