Page 2 - Latest Updates on Stubble burning
Punjab govt launches outreach to curb stubble burning, push green farming
Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana is often blamed for the rise in air pollution in Delhi after harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November
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CAQM orders Punjab, Haryana to enforce zero stubble burning this harvest
The meetings, chaired by CAQM chairperson Rajesh Verma, focused on the states' preparedness for the season in line with the commission's directions mandating effective crop residue management
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Datanomics: Punjab still at top in stubble burning, MP closing in
The share of Madhya Pradesh has seen a steep surge in farm fire incidents in recent years, accounting for 35 per cent of total in the country
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Awareness and crop residue management key to curb stubble burning: CM Mann
Stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana is often blamed for the rise in air pollution in Delhi after harvesting of the paddy crop in October and November
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Punjab records 27 stubble burning cases as govt pushes awareness drive
According to Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) data, a total of 27 crop residue burning incidents took place in four districts from September 15
Why don't you arrest erring farmers? SC asks Punjab govt on stubble burning
The Supreme Court noted that while stricter measures may be necessary to deter violations, the focus need not be on mass prosecutions but on sending a signal to protect air quality
Supreme Court calls for penal action against farmers for stubble burning
CJI says jailing violators could deter stubble burning, a key cause of winter smog
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MP to deny welfare benefits to stubble-burning farmers from May 1
Yadav flagged the issue on Thursday and said the state government will not procure crops at minimum support price (MSP) next year from farmers involved in stubble burning
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Most of Delhi-NCR's pollution in Oct-Nov locally created, shows study
However, the analysis showed that emissions over Punjab from burning stubbles contributed only a meagre (nearly) 14 per cent to the overall PM2.5 over Delhi-NCR during October-November 2022
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Stubble burning: SC asks CAQM to hold meeting with Punjab, Haryana, UP
A bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan asked CAQM to consult the states and come out with its own views on the issue and submit suggestions by March 17
Delhi's PM 2.5 levels up in 2024 even after low stubble burning: CSE report
Anumita Roychowdhury, executive director, research and advocacy, CSE, said the rise in PM2.5 levels cannot be seen as an annual aberration due to meteorological factors
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UP launches initiative to curb stubble burning, promote sustainable farming
Under the campaign 2,90,208.16 quintals of straw were collected across the state and 1,55, 280.25 quintals of cow manure were distributed to farmers
V-P Dhankhar emphasises on need for systemic solution to stubble burning
Addressing the National Energy Conservation Day function, Dhankhar said the national capital suffers every year due to hazardous environmental conditions arising out of stubble burning
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Punjab, Haryana impose Rs 2.3 cr penalties on farmers for stubble burning
Punjab and Haryana have imposed fines exceeding Rs 2.1 crore and Rs 21 lakh respectively, on farmers for stubble burning in 2024, with more than 50 per cent of penalties collected
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Stubble burning among causes of Delhi pollution: Officials tell House panel
Several MPs made suggestions to promote greenery in Delhi-NCR, check vehicular emission and dissuade farmers in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh from burning paddy straw
Punjab records 70% decrease in stubble burning incidents: NGT report
The NGT previously sought regular reports from the authorities in the state on the issue of air pollution caused in the NCR owing to stubble burning
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Centre spent Rs 3,623 cr for crop residue management: Environment Minister
After Punjab, Haryana received Rs 1,081.71 crore, Uttar Pradesh was allocated Rs 763.67 crore, the NCT of Delhi Rs 6.05 crore, and ICAR Rs 83.35 crore from the total Rs 3,623.45 crore
 "Centre spent Rs 3,623 cr for crop residue management: Environment Minister")
Centre in SC opposes setting up ex judges panel to monitor stubble burning
he amicus said the judges had previously dealt with air pollution and stubble burning issues
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MP HC bar association not to appear for farmers accused of stubble burning
According to news reports, Madhya Pradesh ranks first in the country in burning stubble, which is making the life of people in the northern states difficult
One tonne of burnt stubble causes 20 kg soil nitrogen loss, say scientists
According to ICAR scientists, stubble burning leads to the complete loss of nitrogen, while phosphorus is only slightly recoverable
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