Congress: Forest Act Changes Open Door to Privatisation
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Delhi forest department to clear waste from Bhati village forest land and plant 60,000 saplings using Miyawaki method. NGT monitors action on misuse of green area.
Assam authorities evicted 90 families from 100 bighas of patta land in Dhubri's Chapar for an Adani thermal power project. Residents call it sudden, officials cite delayed land exchange. Full story inside.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand govt for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details of illegal constructions sought.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details inside.
Supreme Court holds Uttarakhand's entire executive accountable for systematic forest land grabbing since 2000. State given two weeks to file detailed affidavit. Read the full story.
Eight monkeys found dead under mysterious circumstances in Karnataka's forest. Viscera sent for lab tests to determine cause. Forest Department launches investigation.
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board announces 785 vacancies for Forest Guard, Forester & Surveyor posts. Check eligibility, salary up to Rs 65,000, and selection process details here.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces the successful eviction drive in Jamuna-Maudanga Reserve Forest. Over 1,500 families were removed from 5,250 bighas of illegally occupied land. Read the full story.
The Assam government's plan to provide land rights to tea garden workers is stalled by legal and procedural issues, leaving thousands in limbo ahead of elections. Learn about the key challenges.
Karnataka's forest minister Eshwar Khandre announced 70% completion of the state's deemed forest survey, a critical step for conservation and land-use clarity. Read the latest updates.
Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi frames the upcoming Assam assembly elections as a battle between the people and a 'raja', accusing the government of divisive tactics. Elections expected in March-April 2026.
DFO Lucknow Sitanshu Pandey distributed blankets to staff and honored dedicated employees, following CM Yogi Adityanath's directives. A key step for employee welfare and forest conservation.
Goa government begins a landmark digital land survey this month to update records and issue Urban Property Cards (UrPro) in Panaji, Margao, and Cuncolim. Learn about the process and how landowners can participate.
Assam authorities evict over 1,500 families from Jamuna Maudanga Reserve Forest, clearing 5,756 bighas of encroached land in a court-ordered drive. Read the full details.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals massive forest land value locked in litigation, stressing urgent protection to prevent human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces 2026 as the election year, with BJP's central goal to return to power. He highlights women empowerment schemes distributing crores in financial aid.
The Supreme Court's Aravalli ruling signals a critical need for India's forest governance to shift from file-driven control to evidence-based district operations. Can DFOs manage ecology and economy?
Miscreants set fire to a section of Assam's renowned Molai Forest, created by Padma Shri awardee Jadav Payeng. The incident highlights threats to environmental conservation efforts.
The Centre welcomes the Supreme Court's order on Aravalli forest land, while the Congress demands Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's resignation over alleged misleading statements.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, addressing a rally in Assam's Lakhimpur, urged voters to elect a government committed to driving out infiltrators and protecting the state's culture. He highlighted the BJP's track record on security and development.
Hundreds of AJYCP activists marched in Tinsukia, demanding government action to protect land rights of Assam's indigenous tribes in Sixth Schedule areas like Karbi Anglong.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah begins a day-long visit to Assam, reviewing security and development projects. Key meetings on AFSPA and election preparedness scheduled.
Days after SC's strict order, Rishikesh sees violent protests over forest land demarcation. Locals block highway, pelt stones at officials. Get the full story on the 2,866-acre land dispute.
Two development projects in Karnataka face penalties for initiating work on approximately two acres of forest land without securing mandatory clearances. Learn the details and implications.
Assam cabinet approves Mission Basundhara 3.0, settling land for 900+ families, amending 1886 Land Act for digital governance, and police reforms. Key decisions for state development.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns of a potential attempt to merge Assam with Bangladesh if demographic trends continue. He frames the upcoming elections as a battle for identity and culture. Read more.
Assam's draft electoral roll shows over 2.5 crore voters, a 7% rise since 2021. The list excludes 93,021 'D' voters. Public claims and objections open until Jan 22, 2026.