Expressing concern over the lack of initiatives by the authorities to prepare a concrete environment plan, the State of Environment Report (SoER) has stressed launching a scientific action plan to combat environmental hazards.

“The data on air quality is missing and the authorities concerned have not introduced a system of environmental management of the industrial estates/houses in the state. Environment planning has not taken root in the state, therefore there is no central databank and environment planning in place in the state,” the report said.

Thiruvananthapuram: Three proposed key infrastructure projects will be considered for environmental clearance by the expert appraisal committee (EAC) nominated by the Ministry of Environment and Fo

Sajjan Jindal was gheraoed to give signed letter on withdrawal.

Itanagar: The Mehao Lake, a natural lake amidst lush green forest is located in the heart of Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary in Lower Dibang Valley District of Arunachal Pradesh is facing infrastructure f

Aid targets revamping electricity distribution network, especially in rural areas

The World Bank has shown keen interest in financing Bihar Government's ambitious project to revamp power infrastructure. The state government is planning to invest around Rs 25,000 crore under this project, for which it has sought funds from various financial institutions.

The Bank wants to collaborate with the state government to increase agricultural productivity in Bihar

The World Bank is planning to double up the financial assistance to Bihar to around USD1 billion in next couple of years. According to the bank, the money will accelerate development works in the state. Education, health care and infrastructure development projects will be the priority sectors for financing.

The Union Ministry for Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation has committed financial assistance of Rs 2130.91 crore for 40 housing and infrastructure projects to Goa, the State Member of Parliament

The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill, 2012 will impact the real estate business.