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NEERI to assess Impact of Glass Industry on Taj
Source: The Hindu

In News:

The Supreme Court has directed the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) to assess the impact of glass industries near the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Court warned that if the industries were found to be polluting, it may order their removal or relocation.
The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) has also been directed to form a team to inspect the industrial units and submit an interim report.

Impact of Threats on the Taj Mahal:

Marble Discoloration: The pristine white marble is turning yellow and greenish due to pollution and algae.
Structural Damage: Weakening of the foundation due to falling Yamuna water levels.
Aesthetic and Cultural Degradation: Compromised visual appeal and loss of heritage value.
Reduced Tourism Potential: Environmental degradation can impact tourist inflows and economic benefits.

What is Taj Trapezium Zone (TTZ)?

A defined area of 10,400 sq. km around the Taj Mahal to protect the monument from pollution.

Covers parts of Agra, Firozabad, Mathura, and nearby regions.
It was created following the M.C. Mehta vs Union of India (1996) judgment, where the Supreme Court directed the relocation or conversion of polluting industries using coke/coal to cleaner fuel like CNG.
The TTZ Authority monitors air quality, regulates industrial activity, and plans afforestation drives to safeguard the heritage structure.

Details Related to the Taj Mahal:

Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 for its outstanding architectural beauty and historical significance.
Made of white Makrana marble and considered a symbol of India ' s rich heritage.

Architecture:

Style: The Taj Mahal is a masterpiece of Mughal architecture, blending Islamic, Persian, and Indian elements.
Structure: It features a white marble mausoleum, set within a symmetrical Mughal garden (Charbagh), divided by water channels.
Dome: The central onion-shaped dome is approximately 35 meters high, flanked by four smaller domed kiosks (chattris).
Inlay Work: The marble is decorated with pietra dura (precious stone inlay) forming floral motifs and Quranic inscriptions.
Calligraphy: Verses from the Quran are inscribed in black marble around the entrance and on interior walls.
Interior: The central chamber houses cenotaphs of Mumtaz Mahal and Shah Jahan, with the actual graves in a lower crypt.

Details Related to NEERI (National Environmental Engineering Research Institute):

Established in 1958, headquartered in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
Functions under CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research).
Focuses on applied research in environmental science and engineering.
Provides solutions for air, water, and land pollution and environmental impact assessments.
Acts as a technical advisor to courts, pollution control boards, and government departments.

Development of Buffer Zones in Tiger Reserves Scheme
Source: The Hindu

In News:

The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved a new scheme titled ‘Development of Buffer Zones in Tiger Reserves ’.
The scheme has been launched in the context of a rapid increase in tiger population in the state — from 526 to 785 over the past four years.

What is the Development of Buffer Zones in Tiger Reserves Scheme

A government initiative by Madhya Pradesh aimed at scientifically managing buffer zones around existing tiger reserves.
It addresses the growing tiger population and the need for sustainable conservation outside the core areas.
A total outlay of ₹145 crore has been allocated for the scheme during 2025-26 to 2027-28.
The scheme aims to improve habitat quality and mitigate human-wildlife conflicts in buffer areas of all nine tiger reserves in the state.

What are Tiger Reserves?

Tiger Reserves are specially designated areas under Project Tiger, established for the protection of tigers and their habitats.
They include core areas (strictly protected) and buffer zones (multi-use areas where conservation and human activities can coexist).

How are Tiger Reserves Formed?

Legal Backing: Tiger reserves are notified under:

Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 (Amended in 2006) – Section 38V.
Governed by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).

Types of Zones in Tiger Reserves:

Core Zone:

Highly protected area with no human activity allowed.
Habitat for tiger breeding and conservation.
No tourism, except regulated eco-tourism in designated areas.

Buffer Zone:

Surrounds the core zone and allows regulated human activities like eco-tourism, grazing, and forest produce collection.
Acts as a transition area for managing human-tiger interaction.
Crucial for reducing pressure on core habitats and ensuring community involvement.

Peripheral Zones:

These are not officially part of tiger reserves but influence their ecology.
In many cases, landscape-level management includes peripheral corridors for tiger movement.

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Terrorist Attack in Pahalgam
Source: The Hindu

In News:

A major terrorist attack occurred on April 22, 2025, in the Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir.

At least 26 people, including two foreign tourists, were killed, and several others critically injured.

Details of the Attack:

The terrorists, allegedly belonging to The Resistance Front (an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba), opened indiscriminate fire at a group of tourists.
The attack occurred in a non-motorable and remote meadow, delaying security and medical response.
The Resistance Front claimed responsibility, linking the attack to alleged "demographic changes " in J&K through the issuance of 85,000 domicile certificates to non-locals.
The group issued threats to anyone attempting to “ settle illegally.”

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NEERI to assess Impact of Glass Industry on TajSource: The Hindu

In News:

Impact of Threats on the Taj Mahal:

Details Related to the Taj Mahal:

Architecture:

Details Related to NEERI (National Environmental Engineering Research Institute):

Development of Buffer Zones in Tiger Reserves SchemeSource: The Hindu

In News:

Types of Zones in Tiger Reserves:

Core Zone:

Buffer Zone:

Peripheral Zones:

Terrorist Attack in PahalgamSource: The Hindu

In News:

NEERI to assess Impact of Glass Industry on Taj
Source: The Hindu

Development of Buffer Zones in Tiger Reserves Scheme
Source: The Hindu

Terrorist Attack in Pahalgam
Source: The Hindu