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TopicBhopal gas tragedy

Topic: bhopal gas tragedy

Waste from Bhopal Gas Tragedy reaches Pithampur for disposal. ‘There’s about 1.1 mn tonnes still there’

337 mt of waste reached Pithampur for incineration early on 2 January. A facility will mix it with burning agents, put it through incinerator & and then bury ash safely in landfill.

40 years after Bhopal gas tragedy, toxic waste from site completely moved

337 metric tons of waste, left after gas leak which killed over 5,000 people, were carried in 12 containers for incineration at the Pithampur plant Thursday.

Short of funds after losing FCRA licence, clinic serving Bhopal tragedy survivors may close tomorrow

In 2019, Sambhavna Trust’s FCRA registration was cancelled for alleged violation of rules & its bank account was frozen. Certification is must for receiving foreign contributions.

How Bangladesh hopes to renegotiate Adani power deal & ‘unending nightmare’ of Bhopal gas tragedy

Dawn dives into Jay Shah's appointment as ICC's youngest-ever chairman and deadlock over ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Bhopal toxic waste is reaching Pithampur incinerator. Who pays, what harm are the questions

Can RE Sustainability's incinerator in Tarpura village handle Bhopal gas tragedy's toxic legacy? Local fears and expert opinions clash over the cleanup.

SubscriberWrites: Bhopal Gas Tragedy: No Escape Route

The story highlights the heroic efforts of railway men who risk their lives to save thousands of people from the deadly Gas which engulfed Bhopal on the night of 2 December, 1984.

US firm that acquired Union Carbide ‘likely to appear before Bhopal court,’ say activists

In September, 12 US Congressmen wrote to Dept of Justice over summons issued to Dow, which acquired Union Carbide in 2001, by Bhopal district court in connection with 1984 gas leak.

Bhopal gas tragedy: 12 US Congress members ask justice dept to ensure Dow responds to India’s summons

Dow Inc is the parent company of Union Carbide, which has refused to recognise Indian jurisdiction & was declared as 'absconder' in 1992. Dow's court appearance is scheduled for 3 Oct.

Why the Centre should not pay Bhopal gas tragedy victims from its kitty

The Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the govt to pay. But the burden can't be borne by guiltless taxpayers who had no role in the tragedy.

SC dismisses Centre’s appeal for more compensation from Union Carbide for Bhopal gas victims

The Centre, in a curative petition, had argued the 1989 settlement by Union Carbide was inadequate.

On Camera

Wintrack vs Chennai Customs has unleashed middle class anger. And BJP must worry

It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.