Four Lesser Adjutant Storks, a near-threatened species, have been discovered dead near their nesting areas in Kamrup West forest division over two months. Forest officials suspect extreme cold or nest falls as possible causes.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
Uttarakhand recorded 1153 forest fire alerts in December 2025, the highest in three years. Officials blame dry weather and stubble burning. Read about the state's preparedness.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Government and private schools in Guwahati reopen from January 7 with revised, later timings for one week to protect students from severe cold weather. Details on new schedules 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.
A 3.2 magnitude earthquake struck Assam, injuring three people and impacting 18 others across four districts. Details on the damage and official response inside.
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.
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.
Assam Police SIT reveals ex-manager Siddharth Sharma invested siphoned money in a water plant, a key motive in singer Zubeen Garg's 2025 murder. Court issues attachment notice.
Kamrup court postpones Zubeen Garg case charge hearing to Jan 17. Prosecution cites 12,000-page chargesheet. Four accused file bail, wife seeks fast-track trial. Key updates inside.
Assam Police's SIT reveals Siddharth Sharma invested Rs 1.10 crore from Zubeen Garg's funds in a water plant, a key motive for the singer's murder. Court issues attachment notice.
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.
All government and provincialised schools in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam, are closed from Dec 31 to Jan 6 due to a severe cold wave. Daytime temperatures in Guwahati plummeted 6.4°C below normal. Read for details and weather forecast.
All government schools in Kamrup (Metro) district, Assam, are closed until January 6 due to a severe cold spell. Private schools can decide independently. Get the latest updates on the weather advisory and its impact.
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?
Kamrup district administration imposes prohibitory order to curb nuisance and ensure safety at picnic spots during New Year and Magh Bihu. Violators to face legal action.
Kamrup (Metro) district's electoral roll grows to 10.75 lakh voters. Jalukbari, CM's constituency, sees highest surge. Public can file claims until Jan 22. Final list for 2026 polls on Feb 10.
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 records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
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.
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.
All seven accused in the Zubeen Garg death case were presented in Kamrup court. Murder charges for four, trial with 394 witnesses to start after Jan 3. Read the latest details.
All seven accused in singer Zubeen Garg's death case appeared virtually. Court begins trial, sets Jan 3, 2026 for next hearing. Get the latest updates on the high-profile case.
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
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.
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 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.