The Centre confirmed that the Odisha government has no plans to grant mining leases in the ecologically sensitive Gandhamardan Hills, a biodiversity-rich area with cultural significance and home to numerous plant and animal species. The region, declared a ‘Biodiversity Heritage Site of Odisha,’ has faced protests over potential mining projects, prompting assurances of protection from the state government. The protection of the hills is crucial for the indigenous population, with regulations in place to safeguard against violations of the Forest Rights Act and ensure environmental safeguards are followed for development projects.
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JEE Mains session 2 final answer key released: Check direct link to download
JEE Mains answer key 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for the JEE Main 2025 Session 2 exam, which took place from April 2 to April 9, with over 10 lakh candidates participating. Candidates can download the answer key from the official NTA website, following the release of a provisional answer key on April 11 and a notice addressing discrepancies on April 16. Steps to access the answer key...
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