Leopard Attack Claim in Barwani Disputed by Officials
A youth in Barwani's Anjad area was injured in an alleged leopard attack near the Narmada riverbank. Forest officials, however, found no evidence, sparking fear and debate. Read the full details.
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Couple Dies, 2 Children Injured in Barwani Highway Accident
A tragic accident on the Agra-Mumbai highway in Barwani claimed the lives of a couple and injured two children after a trailer's brakes failed. The driver fled the scene. Read the full details.
Kite-fight in Barwani turns violent, police deployed
A minor argument between children over kite flying in Barwani's Rajpur escalated into large-scale stone-pelting, injuring several and damaging vehicles. Police have registered cases and deployed additional forces. Read the full report.
Barwani dealer FIR for selling urea at Rs 550 vs Rs 266.50
A fertiliser dealer in Barwani's Pati faces an FIR after officials caught him selling urea at Rs 550 per bag, far above the government-fixed price of Rs 266.50. Read the full details of the investigation and its implications for farmers.
Kite dispute in Barwani turns violent, police deployed
A children's kite-flying argument in Rajpur, Barwani, escalated into major stone-pelting and violence. Police registered cases against 45 people. Read the full report on the incident and its aftermath.
Teacher Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail for Accepting Bribe
A teacher in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment for demanding a bribe for salary arrears. Read the full details of the Lokayukta trap and court verdict.
Barwani: Minor's baby abandoned, man arrested for exploitation
A 17-year-old girl in Barwani, exploited by a 27-year-old man, abandoned her newborn in a field. Police traced the mother and arrested the accused from Maharashtra. Read the full investigation details.
Deer rescued in Chatra, released back into forest
A deer that strayed into Gopda village in Chatra was safely returned to the wild thanks to a joint effort by villagers and forest officials on Thursday. Read about this heartwarming rescue operation.
Uttarakhand leads India in winter forest fire alerts
Uttarakhand records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
Sariska Forest Outposts Renovated, Empower Women Staff
Two women forest staff in Sariska Tiger Reserve, Saroj Kumari Khorwal and Ravina Meena, now study for competitive exams in renovated outposts. The administration has refurbished 59 posts with basic amenities. Read their inspiring journey.
5,000 Trees to be Felled in Chamoli for Fire-Line Restoration
The Union government has approved cutting 5,000 trees in Chamoli to restore defunct fire-lines before the 2025 forest fire season. This critical move aims to prevent large-scale wildfires in Uttarakhand.
Illegal electric traps in Telangana forests kill wildlife, risk lives
Forest areas in Telangana face a crisis as poachers use live wires from power lines to electrocute animals, creating lethal hazards for villagers and forest staff. Authorities push for urgent action.
60 Forest Staff in Month-Long Battle with Elephants in Shivamogga
For nearly a month, 60 forest personnel in Shivamogga's Sagar division have been tracking three elephants destroying crops across four ranges. Experts warn of corridor disruption. Read more.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
50+ Wild Elephants Roam Krishnagiri, Damage Farms
A herd of 50+ wild elephants from Karnataka's Bannerghatta forest is causing crop damage in Krishnagiri villages. Forest officials are driving them back and have issued safety alerts. Read the full story.
SC Allows Karnataka to Reclaim 134 Acres of Forest Land
Supreme Court cancels agricultural lease in Dharwad forest, orders Karnataka govt to reclaim 134 acres. Ruling stresses forest land cannot be used for farming. Read the full verdict.
Pando: The World's Largest Single Organism is a Forest
Discover Pando, a clonal colony of quaking aspen in Utah that's one massive 6,000-ton organism spanning 106 acres. A natural wonder defying definition.
Banaskantha tribal clash over forest land sparks protests
Violent clash in Gujarat's Banaskantha between tribals and officials over forest land leaves many injured. Congress MLA alleges harassment, probe focuses on AC Bharat Sarkar Sangathan. Details inside.
Gurgaon Forest Fire Damages 1 Acre, Rs 2.4 Lakh Loss
A fire in a protected Aravali forest in Gurgaon's Taoru, caused by burning scrap, damaged 1 acre and caused Rs 2.4 lakh loss. Two villagers named in FIR. #ForestFire #Gurgaon
4 Arrested in Jajpur for Killing Monkeys, Hides Seized
Forest officials in Jajpur's Nagada forest arrested four tribal men for killing four rhesus macaque monkeys. Hides, meat, and weapons were seized. Read the full story.
Tusker attack kills cow, injures three in Ganjam forest
A lone elephant attacked a cattle herd in Kaliamba forest, Ganjam, killing one cow. Forest officials confirm compensation and warn of 44 elephants roaming the area. Read more.
Elephant Attacks in Ramgarh: Death Toll Rises to Six
Two more killed by elephant herds in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, raising fatalities to six. Forest officials cite retaliation after villagers attacked herd. Read the full report.
HC Seeks Report on Unauthorised Construction in Bhimtal Forest
Uttarakhand High Court directs officials to submit report on illegal construction in John's Estate, Bhimtal. Next hearing on Dec 29. Read the latest updates on the forest land case.
SC Upholds Telangana Govt in Hyderabad Forest Land Case
Supreme Court sets aside HC order, declares 102-acre Gurramguda forest as govt land. State directed to finalize reserve forest notification within 8 weeks. Read the full story.
Goa diverts 183ha forest for airport, roads, railways
Union government reveals Goa diverted 183 hectares of forest land for 34 non-forest projects, including an airport and railway lines, since April 2021. Details on compensatory afforestation inside.
3 Poaching Suspects Arrested in Kolhapur Forest Operation
Kolhapur forest officials arrested three from an 11-member poaching gang near Ghataprabha Dam. A dramatic chase led to the seizure of weapons, cash, and a vehicle. Read the full details of the operation.
Stray Tiger Returns to Wayanad Forest, Panic Ends
A tiger that strayed into Wayanad's Padikkam Vayal and Cheekaloor, causing panic, has safely returned to the Pathiri Reserve Forest. Forest officials confirm the end of prohibitory orders. Read the full story.
Punjab Develops 8 Forest Parks to Increase Green Cover
Punjab govt is creating eight nature parks in Pathankot, Patiala, Amritsar & Hoshiarpur under the Greening Punjab Mission to enhance forest cover and environmental awareness.
Bengaluru BDA Layout Owners Stuck in Forest Land Row
Over 1,500 families in Bengaluru's Banashankari 6th Stage face a construction freeze due to a sudden forest land claim. Read about their decades-long wait and financial distress.
Pune Groups Push for Vetal Hill Deemed Forest Status
Citizen groups in Pune urge the state to declare the entire Vetal hill complex as forest land, citing SC orders and ecological importance. A move crucial for Pune's climate buffer.
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