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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
TN govt unveils ‘deemed NOC' system for planning permits
Chennai: Starting July 1, the state govt rolled out a time-bound 'deemed NOC' system to streamline the process of obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for planning permissions. This step is expected to reduce red tape, bring transparency, and speed up project clearances, especially for the housing and infrastructure sector. "This is the first time a state has introduced this system. This GO was released on Oct 24, but norms for deemed NOCs have been released now. This is a welcome step for housing and other industries. This will save three to six months for getting NOCs," said S Sridharan, executive committee member, CREDAI National. Under the new framework, 11 key departments — including district collectorates, fire services, water resources, forest, CMRL, TNHB — must process NOC requests within 30 days, with the exception of the department of agriculture, which has a 21-day deadline. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Once an NOC request is submitted, departments have 10 days to raise queries and conduct site inspections. If no queries are raised within that period, the system locks further objections. Applicants then get 20 days to respond, after which the department has another 10 days to act. If no action is taken, the application is treated as "deemed approved initiated", though the document cannot yet be downloaded. Once deemed approval is triggered, departments get a final seven-day objection window. If no objection is raised, or if objections are not resolved within the system-defined periods, the NOC is marked as 'deemed approved' and can be downloaded by the applicant. Officials said that if an objection is raised within time, there's no fixed limit for the applicant to respond. Additional instructions clarify that NOCs involving central agencies such as Defence, Airport Authority of India, Archaeological Survey of India, National Highways Authority, Environment Impact Assessment Authority, and Southern Railways must still be obtained before planning permission is granted. In coastal regulation zones, approval from the competent authority must be secured before applying for planning clearance. The department of agriculture engineering has been exempted from issuing NOCs, as HACA validation is already considered sufficient. For power infrastructure, a separate NOC from Tangedco is not required for HT/LT lines passing through a site, as these will be verified by CMDA or DTCP. However, Tangedco approval is still necessary for Extra High Tension (EHT) lines such as transmission towers.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Lalduhoma stresses restoring order and discipline in Aizawl
1 2 Aizawl: Mizoram chief minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday emphasised the importance of restoring order in the state capital, Aizawl, and ensuring that unruly behaviour of some elements is effectively controlled. Lalduhoma said this at a meeting held with leaders of the Aizawl City Local Council Association (ACLCA) at his office to hear and address their concerns. During the meeting, the chief minister expressed the need to develop Aizawl into a more organised and disciplined city. He noted the growing concern over groups of teenage gangs who often engage in group fights and violent confrontations, describing them as "unruly elements and antisocial forces" that must be addressed urgently. He further stated that the urban spaces must be safeguarded from becoming chaotic or unsafe and should instead be developed with care —c especially with the safety and well-being of women and children in mind. He urged local councils to work in close coordination with community volunteers within their respective areas and to take a proactive role in promoting peace and social discipline. Regarding Inner Line Permit (ILP) matters, he highlighted the need for local councils to play a supportive role in enforcing the law, especially in issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs), and advised them to exercise greater responsibility and caution in the process. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The leaders of the ACLCA expressed their gratitude and also submitted a request for an office space in Aizawl, to which the chief minister responded positively. They further appealed for an enhancement of their honorarium, which the CM assured would be given due consideration.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Crucial stage 1 approval granted for north phase of coastal road
IN A boost to the second phase of Mumbai Coastal Road Project, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has granted the Stage-1 (in-principle) approval for the mangrove forest diversion proposal for the development of the project. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is now set to approach the High Court, whose approval will pave the way for the construction of the next phase of the project which spans from Versova to Bhayandar. A crucial clearance for the civic body, the stage 1 approval was granted on June 19. Set to connect Versova in the western suburbs with the satellite city of Bhayandar, the north phase of the Coastal Road Project encompasses interchanges, elevated roads and twin tunnels. The mega project passes through land and creeks with most of the area falling under the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ). Nearly 8.24 hectares of mangrove forest area will be permanently affected to develop the project with at least 9,000 mangrove trees set to be cut and over 36,000 mangrove trees to be affected. So far, the civic body has procured environmental clearances and No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the central as well as the state government for the project. In November 2024, the CRZ permissions were acquired from the union ministry of environment, forest and climate change. Having now procured the in-principle Stage 1 approvals for the mangrove forest land diversion from the MOEFCC, the BMC is set to approach the High Court to acquire their permissions. For perspective, the Stage 1 (in-principle) approvals from the central government is the first step towards diverting forest land for non-forest purposes, followed by Stage 2 clearances. According to civic officials, the actual work on the project will commence after the working permissions from the High Court is acquired. Speaking to The Indian Express, a senior official said, 'We have already acquired permissions such as from the CRZ. On June 19, we also received the stage 1 in-principle clearance from MOEFCC which marks a crucial approval for the project. After this, we will now approach the High Court, who will grant the permission. Following this, once the working permission is acquired, we will commence the project works. Eventually, the stage 2 clearance will be granted.' Earlier on June 27, the chief minister's office (CMO) directed the BMC to complete land acquisition for the Mumbai Coastal Road Project (Phase 2) within the next 15 days. For the said project, the BMC will be reclaiming 165 hectares of land between Versova and Bhayander. On Tuesday, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Projects) Abhijit Bangar also took a review meeting of the developments with senior civic officials from the bridge department. The project is proposed to reduce the current travel time between Versova and Bhayandar of 90 – 120 minutes to a mere 20 minutes. Amid large parcels of mangrove forests pegged to be impacted for the project, the Mumbai Mangrove Cell (MMC) has charted a comprehensive plan to compensate for the mangrove trees in a project, which will be implemented by the Mangrove Cell. As per the Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority norms, over 1.37 lakh mangrove trees are proposed to be planted while the BMC is also set to implement a comprehensive mangrove restoration plan. Meanwhile, the civic body has also charted plans to establish a nursery to develop new mangrove trees while MMF will carry out afforestation of mangrove trees over 31 hectares of land in Bhayandar Gaon. Besides this, the BMC will also transfer non-forest areas of equal proportion for forest development. Pegged at an estimated cost of Rs. 20,000 crore, the proposed second phase of the coastal road has been divided into six different packages. Package A will cover 4.5 KMs between Versova and Bangur Nagar (Goregaon), package B will cover 1.66 KM between Bangur Nagar and Mindspace (Malad). The packages C and D will include twin tunnels – 3.9 KM long – connecting mindspace at Malad with Charkop in Kandivali. Package E will be 3.78 KMs, connecting Charkop with Gorai and the final package F will be 3.69 KMs will connect Gorai with Dahisar. From Dahisar, the civic authorities are constructing another 5.6 KM elevated corridor that will extend till Bhayander at Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
IBPS PO 2025: Registration starts for 5208 posts at ibps.in, check direct link to apply here
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the notification for the Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (PO/MT) recruitment exam for the year 2025. With a total of 5208 vacancies across various participating public sector banks, the online registration process is now live on the official website — Congratulations! You have successfully cast your vote Login to view result Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria and are interested in applying can now access the direct application link below. IBPS PO 2025: Key dates to remember Candidates planning to appear for the IBPS PO 2025 exam should take note of the complete schedule to avoid missing any crucial deadlines. From registration to final allotment, here's a quick look at the important dates you need to keep track of: Online application & edit window: July 1 to July 21, 2025 Payment of application fees: July 1 to July 21, 2025 Pre-examination training (PET): Scheduled for August 2025 Prelims admit card release: August 2025 Preliminary exam dates: August 2025 Prelims result declaration: September 2025 Mains admit card availability: September/October 2025 Main examination: October 2025 Mains result announcement: November 2025 Personality assessment: November – December 2025 Interview rounds: December 2025 – January 2026 Provisional allotment of banks: January – February 2026 Participating banks & vacancies breakdown The IBPS PO 2025 recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 5208 positions in the following public sector banks: Public sector banks Posts Bank of Baroda 1000 Bank of India 700 Bank of Maharashtra 1000 Canara Bank 1000 Central Bank of India 500 Indian Overseas Bank 450 Punjab National Bank 200 Punjab & Sind Bank 358 Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India Yet to be announced Eligibility criteria for IBPS PO 2025 To apply for IBPS PO 2025, candidates must fulfill the following conditions: Age limit: Applicants must be between 20 and 30 years as of July 1, 2025. Age relaxations apply to candidates from reserved categories as per government norms. Educational qualification: A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university is mandatory. Credit standing requirement: Candidates should maintain a healthy credit history. Those with negative remarks on their CIBIL or similar reports will need to rectify their status before joining or furnish No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the respective lenders. Failure to do so may lead to cancellation of the appointment. Note: Final discretion regarding credit status rests with the assigned bank. Application fee for IBPS PO 2025 • ₹175 – For SC/ST/PwBD candidates • ₹850 – For General and all other category candidates Interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS portal. IBPS PO 2025: Direct application link For more details and official guidelines, candidates are encouraged to read the complete notification here.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Curchorem sewage treatment plant bypassed green test, shows RTI reply
Margao: A Right to Information (RTI) reply shows regulatory deficiencies in the construction of a sewage treatment plant at Curchorem, as the Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) said that no environmental impact assessment (EIA) was conducted before the commencement of the project. The RTI response, dated June 25, said that the GSPCB has no records of the EIA being conducted for the STP being constructed at survey No. 505, Cacora, within the jurisdiction of Curchorem Cacora Municipal Council (CCMC). Activists said that the GSPCB's statement that 'EIA report not available with the board' directly contradicts mandatory requirements under the EIA notification 2006 and an NGT judgment (application no. 124 of 2013), which mandates prior environmental clearance for STP construction. In its judgment, the NGT, referring to the guidance manual dealing with EIA clearance of effluent treatment plants, issued by the environment ministry said, 'The bare reading of the (guidance manual) shows that establishment, expansion and even modernisation of combined effluent treatment plants require environment clearance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like She is just 10 years old! She deserves to live a normal life Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Any treatment plant that deals with such effluents having more than 10% of industrial contributions by volume has to be treated as a combined effluent treatment plant. ' Activist Aditya Dessai said that 'as the same sewage line passes through the Cacora Industrial Estate, and would also carry all types of effluents, it is plainly evident that the project requires environment clearance'. The board confirmed that while No Objection Certificates from the town and country planning department and the local municipality were issued, these clearances were granted without any environmental assessment. Water quality data before construction, public consultation records, and mangrove destruction estimates are also missing from official records, the RTI reply said. Dessai said, 'The STP's location on the Zuari bank has resulted in large-scale destruction of mangroves through filling of the riverbed within the high tide line, thereby violating provisions of Section 24(1)(b) of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974.' Dessai said that Rajasthan high court order of Oct 24, 2024, prohibits illegal constructions and encroachments on riverbeds, floodplains and river catchments. The court had directed state chief secretaries and the jal shakti ministry to ensure compliance with anti-encroachment measures.
