Amended noise action plan of Goa
Goa government has notified the ‘Amended Noise Action Plan’ to purportedly streamline the processes related to curbing noise pollution in the state, as specified before the High Court on April 30. The
Goa government has notified the ‘Amended Noise Action Plan’ to purportedly streamline the processes related to curbing noise pollution in the state, as specified before the High Court on April 30. The
Cacophony is the norm on the city's roads where honking is a way of life. And if you go by the official figures, it would seem as if stringent action is being taken. In a city with a vehicle population
Imagine trying to relax in your home while being bombarded with the explosive sounds of shotgun blasts as well as freight trains rumbling by. For many whales, dolphins and other marine life that depend
Noise pollution is a major problem for Europe’s environment. Transport and industry are the main sources of concern and prolonged exposure can damage human health and adversely affect ecosystems. European
Pointing out that some of the equipment used during construction work can produce noise levels of up to 100dB, Awaaz Foundation, an NGO that works towards reducing noise pollution, has demanded that the
<p>Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Excellent India Pvt. Ltd. & Others Vs. Sub Division Magistrate, Chankyapur & Others dated 15/06/2016 regarding sealing of a diesel generating
The capital is now caught in a traffic gridlock with 82 lakh vehicles on the road and 1400 being added every day. Apart from the noise that such a mass of moving traffic generates, the incessant honking
Even though, many steps have been taken to curb air pollution, which is an health hazard, noise pollution is equally taking a toll in metro cities with vehicles especially car drivers honking unnecessarily
An environmental status report of the Kochi Corporation which would feature air, water and sound quality levels is on the cards. The Centre for Heritage Environment and Development and the SCMS Water
In the 1950s, Hazratganj attracted college-goers for a relaxing walk. Times changed and cars replaced cycles and two-wheelers in the 1990s. Circa 2016, more cars than people are seen on city roads and
PUNE: Adhering to the orders of the state Director General of Police (DGP) Praveen Dixeet, the city police have started forming teams to monitor and keep a check on the noise pollution in the city limits.