Andhra Pradesh puts Eastern Ghats bauxite mining project on hold
The bauxite deposits fall in tribal areas protected by the Fifth Schedule of the Constitution and have been opposed by tribal groups right from …
Controversial deep sea mining negotiations showed progress, but many disagreements among member states remain
States’ proposals not included in consolidated text, while mining contractors’ proposals accepted; covered items not cleared
Illegal mining: Supreme Court orders Meghalaya to deposit Rs 100 crore
Move comes six months after mining disaster in the state
Welcome to Goa, state of mines
The ecology-economy debate polarises communities
Rat-Hole Mining in Sutgna village, Jaintia Hills
Artisanal gold mining in South Africa is out of control. Mistakes that got it here
Spotlight must turn to systemic reasons why artisanal gold mining threatens peace and security
Telangana has shut illegal stone crusher units, fined them; but much more needs to be done
Operational practices of the sector need to be strengthened and the guidelines released by the state board should be strictly implemented
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (November 9, 2022)
Down To Earth brings you the top environmental cases heard in the Supreme Court, the high courts and the National Green Tribunal
This UN report shows green laws remain in books
Poor implementation of environmental laws is now a global problem, says the report that demystifies the reasons behind the failure
These are India's richest lands inhabited by some of the most deprived people
Thought to be a game changer for India's mining affected people, the District Mineral Foundation is yet to identify its beneficiaries
This coastal village in Mozambique now at the mercy of Chinese mining company
Local residents want the government to probe into company's operations and negotiate compensation for irresponsible sand mining
Who will pay for Adani’s Carmichael coal mine project?
While the mining firm has given a green light to the Carmichael project, essential loan for its realisation has not been secured
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (March 1, 2024)
Dhanbad DMF funds city infrastructure projects, neglecting mining-affected people
The district's latest Rs 307 crore sanctions fail issues of livelihood and healthcare, which are longstanding challenges for the worst-…
New sand mining guidelines call for robust monitoring and sustainable development
The guidelines try to create a balance between preserving ecologically sensitive river habitats and the need for infrastructure
OMC moves Supreme Court seeking fresh palli sabhas in Niyamgiri
The application is yet to be listed for hearing and any formal comment could be made only after the apex court hears the matter
Environmental clearance must for removing mine dumps in Goa: Union mines ministry
Transporting mineral-rich reject in large quantities will cause air pollution and its processing will produce waste, says ministry
Daily Court Digest: Major environment orders (May 1, 2024)
Down To Earth brings you top environmental cases heard in Supreme Court, high courts and National Green Tribunal
Bihar: Reduced human activity, including mining bans, helped increase tiger numbers in Valmiki reserve
Reduced activities increased grassland cover; this supported more herbivores & consequently, tigers
Muddied water floods North Goa
Unplanned mining blamed for turning monsoon rains into sludge
Don’t use power for 2 hours every evening, if you have a choice, Oz energy minister to citizens
The minister made the remarks during a televised address as Australia, the world's largest coal importer, is in the throes of an energy crisis
Unused stock, reduced damage: Why iron ore sale ban was relaxed in Karnataka
Situation because of which ban was imposed 10 years ago now ‘changed for the better’, Supreme Court says
DMF best practices: How Bijapur started a new healthcare model
Mining-affected districts have hired doctors, upgraded hospitals and improved last-mile healthcare access to communities with mining-related …
Meghalaya asked to pay Rs 100 crore over illegal mining
Following a judicial committee report on violations to the ban on rat-hole mining, National Green Tribunal imposes a fine on state government
Give priority to those directly affected by mining: Parliamentary Standing Committee
Committee recommends amending PMKKKY guidelines to prioritise directly affected people and strengthening audits of District Mineral Foundation