Meghalaya suspends rat-hole coal mining

State government yet to finalise a policy for scientific and regulated mining in Jaintia hills and elsewhere

As told to Parliament (December 13, 2022): 130 sq km of forest land set to be diverted in Great Nicobar Island

Mitigation measures have been proposed for the ‘sustainable development’ projects

Extreme weather in North East: Floods in some districts, others stay dry

While some districts such as Assam’s Dhemaji and Dibrugarh received excess rainfall, others in Manipur and Mizoram are reeling under …

What triggers desertification in India

A low down on the most important causes behind desertification in every state of the country. Addressing these will be critical to meet targets …

Assam, Meghalaya seek Centre’s assistance to deal with flood aftermath

Chief ministers submit memorandum for financial aid for a few thousand crore rupees; civil society say funds utilisation needs strict monitoring …

Involving indigenous people in environmental governance — the Sixth Schedule way

Customary practices of the North East’s tribal population are harmonious with nature. Extensive recognition and conferment of rights over …

Meghalaya limestone quarries closed

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