https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=301205 The court imposed a ban on mining operations in certain districts of Karnataka, later lifting it for some 'Category A' mines. The focus shifted to 'Category B' mines, with requirements for compensatory payments and implementation of Reclamation and Rehabilitation (R&R) plans. Leaseholders were directed to make compensatory payments for environmental damage and illegal activities, with guarantees for R&R expenses. Additionally, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) was to be established for environmental restoration, overseen by the State of Karnataka and audited by the CAG. Mining operations in specific forest areas were suspended, and further actions were outlined for environmental restoration. en-us Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0530 Sat, 19 Mar 2022 15:13:17 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=301205 The court imposed a ban on mining operations in certain districts of Karnataka, later lifting it for some 'Category A' mines. The focus shifted to 'Category B' mines, with requirements for compensatory payments and implementation of Reclamation and Rehabilitation (R&R) plans. Leaseholders were directed to make compensatory payments for environmental damage and illegal activities, with guarantees for R&R expenses. Additionally, a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) was to be established for environmental restoration, overseen by the State of Karnataka and audited by the CAG. Mining operations in specific forest areas were suspended, and further actions were outlined for environmental restoration. Case-Laws Indian Laws Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=301205