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Environmental Stories

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Environmental Stories. Haryana Aims for Pollution-Free Rivers by 2025: Minister's Assurance. Haryana's determination to revive its water bodies took center stage as Environment and Forest Minister Kanwar Pal unveiled an ambitious plan to ensure pollution-free rivers across the state by 2025. Acknowledging the pressing need to combat rising pollution levels, discussions are actively ongoing with district officials to formulate effective strategies for reducing river pollution. Recent meetings, chaired by Minister Kanwar Pal, witnessed detailed presentations by Ambala and Karnal officials, focusing on pollution sources and preventive measures for the Yamuna and Ghaggar rivers. Originating in Himachal Pradesh, Ghaggar flows through several Haryana districts, while the Yamuna's course encompasses Karnal, Panipat, and Sonepat before reaching New Delhi. Reports from these meetings revealed successful completion of sewer line installations in 30 out of 34 towns within the Yamuna c

Special Refrences to Jammu and Kashmir

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 Special References on Jammu & Kashmir. "Encounter has started in Larrow-Parigam area of #Pulwama . Police & Security Forces are on the job. Details shall follow," Kashmir Zone Police said on X (formerly Twitter). Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district engaged in an encounter with terrorists on Sunday. The incident took place in the Larrow-Parigam area, as reported by the Kashmir Zone Police on X (formerly Twitter). Both police and security forces are actively involved in the operation. No casualties have been reported so far on either side. Further details are expected to be provided as the situation unfolds. Reference: https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/encounter-breaks-out-between-security-forces-terrorists-in-j-ks-pulwama-4314290 Security Deployment Reshuffled As J&K's Twin Districts Back On Terror Radar. As per the government, a total of 26 security personnel, including three officers, five paratroopers, and seven civilians, have been k

Educational Stories

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Educational Stories. Delhi Government Unveils Climate Summit to Inspire Youth Engagement in Climate Action. The Delhi government has launched an innovative initiative called the 'Delhi Youth for Climate Summit' to engage educational institutions and empower youth to become climate leaders. The 10-month program goes beyond theoretical knowledge, aiming to inspire practical action towards addressing climate change. The inaugural two-day summit, held on August 10 and 11, brought together experts, policymakers, and educators to discuss the multifaceted impacts of climate change. It aimed to equip participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to champion sustainability and climate leadership. The event highlighted the crucial role of Eco-Clubs in colleges as catalysts for change, encouraging collaborative brainstorming sessions to revitalize these clubs. The summit emphasizes the integration of air quality education and environmental consciousness into educational curricula. I