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Solid Waste Rules 2026 Shift Focus to Source Why in News? The Union government has notified the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules, 2026, replacing the 2016 framework, with a strong push towards waste reduction, segregation and processing at source, aiming to curb landfill dependence and address India’s mounting waste crisis. This update aligns with the …
Read MoreSolid Waste Management Rules 2026 Emphasise Circular Economy Why in the News ? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has notified the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, effective from 1 April, strengthening waste segregation, extended producer responsibility, and polluter pays enforcement to improve urban sanitation and sustainable waste management. These rules aim to …
Read MoreIndia’s Rising e-waste Syllabus GS 3: Environment Pollution and degradation Why in the News? India’s e-waste surged by over 151% in six years, prompting debate around the effectiveness of the new EPR floor price, which aims to curb informal recycling and protect the environment. Introduction India’s digital growth has led to a massive surge in …
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