-10.4 C
New York

Environment

Tashi Namgyal, Hero Who Warned Army About 1999 Pakistan Intrusions, Passes Away

Nation
Tashi Namgyal, the Ladakhi shepherd who played a pivotal role in alerting the Indian Army about Pakistan's intrusion during the 1999 Kargil War, has passed away at the age of 58 in Aryan Valley, Ladakh. Known for his vigilance, Namgyal spotted Pakistani soldiers digging bunkers on the Batalik mountain range and swiftly informed the Indian Army, a timely warning that shaped the military response during the conflict. His actions were instrumental in India’s victory, earning him recognition as a national hero. The Fire and Fury Corps and the Army have paid tribute to his invaluable contribution, with his legacy etched in history.

Congress Criticizes Govt. Over Varied Tax Slabs for Popcorn, Questions PM’s Willingness to Overhaul GST

Bussiness
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh criticized the Narendra Modi government over the complexity of the GST system, particularly the "absurdity" of having three different tax slabs for popcorn. He called for a complete overhaul of the system, highlighting how its growing intricacies were facilitating tax evasion, input tax credit fraud, and the establishment of bogus companies. Ramesh also pointed to the recent revelation by the Directorate General of GST Intelligence, which reported a staggering ₹2.01 lakh crore in GST evasion for FY24. As the Union Budget approaches, Ramesh urged the Prime Minister and Finance Minister to launch a GST 2.0 to address these issues.

Delhi’s Pollution Worsens, Air Quality Index Crosses 450-mark, Enters ‘Severe Plus’ Category

Environment
Delhi's air quality worsened significantly on Wednesday evening as the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed the 450-mark, entering the 'severe plus' category. The worsening pollution, exacerbated by low temperatures and weak winds, has led to discomfort in several areas, with Nehru Nagar and Wazirpur being the worst affected. As a result, Delhi remains under Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which has triggered stringent anti-pollution measures, including a ban on construction and restrictions on non-essential trucks. In response to the deteriorating conditions, schools in Delhi-NCR have switched to hybrid mode for most grades.

Global Plastics Treaty: A Missed Opportunity in the Fight Against Plastic Pollution

Environment
In a setback for environmental diplomacy, the year-long effort led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to phase out plastic pollution has failed to produce a conclusive agreement. Despite the historic 2022 UN resolution calling for global action to end plastic pollution, intense negotiations over two years, including the latest round in Busan, South Korea, ended in deadlock. The dispute centers around differing views on how to tackle the crisis, with countries like the European Union pushing for cuts to plastic production, while large developing nations, including India, resist such measures due to economic concerns. As plastic pollution continues to harm ecosystems and health, the global community faces a critical moment to act.

Recent articles

spot_img
Premium Content

© The Sampdak Express