Permits for quarrying in ecologically sensitive areas could not be renewed without prior environmental clearance, an affidavit filed by the State government in the Kerala High Court has said.

There is nothing one can do, except approaching a court

The lion population has increased by 27% per cent in Saurashtra, but vital lion sanctuaries in the state including Sasan Gir, Mityalal and Paniya are still waiting for government to declare the lim

NAINITAL: The Uttarakhand high court has disposed of a PIL opposing notification of eco-sensitive zone in Uttarkashi district of the state.

'Project benefits minimal, but harm to eco-sensitive zones substantial'

Twelve iron ore renewed mining leases will not to be granted wildlife clearance for being located in the eco-sensitive zone of one kilometer of wildlife sanctuaries (WLS) and a national park.

The expert committee on the Okhla Bird Sanctuary approved the draft of the eco-sensitive zone in its last meeting on April 15 and proposed a slew of measures, including turning the park's precincts

Proposals to be forwarded to state govt by May 15: Collector.

The State Cabinet has urged the Centre to declare ESZs around 31 protected areas.