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Coalition for a GM-Free India demands that Govt of India immediately withdraw the two released and untested gene edited rice varieties (Kamala and Pusa DST Rice 1) and bring gene editing under the purview of rigorous regulation

Coalition’s response on Conflict of Interest related amendments to 1989 Rules

SAFE FOOD FUTURE – Youth Action Against GM Crops (Kerala)

Formulating a Biosafety Policy reflecting CBD/CBP commitments of India (Coalition letter to MoEFCC)

Illegal GM Maize discovered in India – Coalition demands immediate investigation and fixing of liability

Seeking widespread democratic consultative processes, as per the Supreme Court Order on GM crops

As the Supreme Court delivers a split verdict in the GMOs-related PILs, Coalition for a GM-Free India asks for the implementation of the common observations and conclusions of both Hon’ble Judges

Complaint regarding coercion of state govts for No Objection Certificates for field Trials ; HTBt cotton environmental release and notified field trial sites (Decisions taken in GEAC’s 149th meeting)

Response from Coalition for GM-Free India on FSSAI’s Draft GM Food Regulation

Biosafety GM Crops News

July 30, 2011Admin

AP sets up 5-member panel on GM crops

http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/agri-biz/article2299721.ece Our Bureau Hyderabad, July 27: With the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) mandating agri bioteh companies to get States’ nod before going ahead with field trials to test GM (genetically modified) traits in plants, the Andhra Pradesh Government has set up a five-member panel to consider proposals for such trials in the State. The […]