Bihar Affairs
Rs 4,000 crore fine on Bihar government for poor waste management
The (NGT) has imposed an environmental compensation or fine of Rs4,000 crore on Bihar government for failing to scientifically manage solid and liquid waste.
The principal bench comprising NGT chairperson Justice A K Goel, in its hearing, directed that the amount be deposited in a “ring-fenced account” within two months and to be operated according to the chief secretary’s directions only for Waste Management in the state. The NGT bench further stated that the amount should be kept as “non-lapsable”, meaning it should not lapse beyond the stipulated deadline. The amount will be used for setting up solid waste processing facilities, remediation oflegacy wasteand setting up of sewage treatment Plants and faecal sludge and septage treatment plants so that there remains no gap, it ordered.
The NGT bench hoped the State Government will take further measures in the matter by innovative approach and stringent monitoring. The NGT has been levying compensations on various states for failure in scientifically managing solid and liquid waste.
National and International Affairs
Kerala Becomes Indias First Fully E-Governed State, Achieving Total E-Governance
Kerala, the southern state of India, is set to make HISTORY by declaring itself as the countrys first total e-governed state. Building upon its reputation as the first fully-literate state inIndia, Kerala has achieved this milestone through a series of policy initiatives aimed at transforming the state into a digitally-empowered Society. With a focus on a knowledge-based economy and 100% digital Literacy, the government has digitized the delivery of vital Services across various domains, ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility for all citizens.
Decades after attaining full literacy, Kerala embarked on a journey to become a fullye-literate society.Recognizing the potential of digital technologies to enhance Governance and delivery, the State Government launched several initiatives to achieve total e-governance. The vision for transparent and speedy service delivery to all citizens has been a key driving force behind these efforts.