Gir Forest Trackers: Rs 15k Guardians Saving Lions
Forest trackers in Gujarat's Gir work for Rs 15,000-25,000 monthly, providing real-time lion movement data to prevent conflicts and train accidents, playing a crucial role in conservation.
Category : Search result: Khammam forest department
BDA Seeks State Help in Turahalli Forest Buffer Zone Row
The Bangalore Development Authority requests urgent government action to resolve the Turahalli forest buffer zone issue, which now affects 480 site allottees in south Bengaluru after a drone survey.
India's Forest Governance Needs Structural Revamp, Not Tech Fixes
Experts argue India's forest governance crisis stems from colonial-era institutional flaws, not just slow processes. Real solution lies in empowering local communities through Forest Rights Act implementation.
Bengaluru Office Calls to Save Kadugodi 'Forest' Land
The Bengaluru forest division office wrote a letter in September 2025, highlighting the urgent need to file an appeal and secure land in Kadugodi, Karnataka, calling it a 'forest' that requires protection.
18 Mule Account Holders Arrested in Rs 547 Cr Cybercrime Case
Khammam police arrest 18 mule account holders linked to a Rs 547 crore international cyber fraud. Four prime accused, including P Manoj Kalyan, remain at large. Read the full investigation details.
Forest Dept Acts on Illegal Mining in Kota's Mandana Reserve
Rajasthan forest department sends high-level team to probe illegal sandstone mining in Mandana forest block. Activists allege collusion between officials and mining mafia. Deep pits, blasting cause ecological damage.
18 Mule Account Holders Arrested in Khammam Cyber Fraud Case
Khammam police crack down on an international cybercrime network, arresting 18 mule account holders linked to a ₹547 crore scam. Key accused remain at large. Read the full investigation details.
24 Face Polygraph Test in Khammam CPM Leader Murder Probe
Khammam police seek court nod for polygraph tests on 24, including Congress & CPM members, in the unsolved murder of CPI(M) leader Samineni Rama Rao. Key details inside.
Fresh irregularities found in Telangana's CMRF sanctions
New scams emerge in Telangana's Chief Minister's Relief Fund. Authorities file police cases, shift to online tracking, and enforce strict new guidelines for transparency. Read more.
18 Arrested in Telangana for Rs 547 Crore Cyber Fraud Network
Khammam Police crack down on a major cyber fraud operation, arresting 18 individuals for providing 'mule' bank accounts linked to a staggering Rs 547 crore scam. Details inside.
Rajasthan forest guard killed, alert issued
After the brutal killing of forest guard Jitendra Singh by illegal mining mafia in Dholpur, Rajasthan forest department strengthens safety protocols and staff deployment. Read more.
Woman murdered in Khammam after police complaint against harasser
A 34-year-old woman was stabbed to death in Khammam district by her former husband's friend who had been harassing her for sexual favours. Police have arrested the accused. Read the full story.
NGT Orders Inquiry Into Illegal Tree Cutting in Kangra
National Green Tribunal directs Himachal forest dept to investigate alleged illegal felling of acacia trees in Nurpur. Report due in two months. Details inside.
Gass Forest Museum's 123-Year Legacy Awaits Digital Facelift
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
20-Year RI for Farmer in Mahbubnagar POCSO Case
A Mahbubnagar court sentences a farmer to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor. In a separate case, Khammam police arrest a man for child pornography. Read for details.
Uttarakhand Forest Fires: 1153 Alerts in Dec 2025
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 lures 30 BRS corporators in Khammam with 'Operation Akarsh'
In a major political shift, 30 BRS corporators, including 8 in two days, joined Congress ahead of Khammam municipal polls. CM Revanth Reddy oversees the defections. Read more.
KTR: People, Not Corporators, Will Decide Fate of Parties
BRS working president KT Rama Rao addresses defections in Khammam, accuses Congress of luring corporators, and highlights development under BRS rule. Read the full story.
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.
Karnataka's Rs 15 Lakh Forest Relocation Plan for Villages
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
Wild elephant enters Coimbatore home, herd in Krishnagiri
A wild tusker scaled a wall in Coimbatore's Gandhi Nagar, causing panic. Separately, a herd of 25+ elephants was driven from Hosur. Forest officials urge caution to prevent human-elephant conflict.
Three Arrested for Rabbit Poaching in Dindigul
Forest officials in Dindigul arrested three construction workers for setting traps to poach wild rabbits in Odaipatti forest. A fine of Rs 20,000 was imposed. Read more.
5 BRS Corporators in Khammam Defect to Congress
In a major pre-election boost, five BRS corporators from Khammam Municipal Corporation joined the Congress party on Monday. The move signals shifting political equations in Telangana's urban local bodies.
Forest tracker dies in Junagadh after tranquiliser dart accident
A young forest tracker, Ashraf Ali Chauhan, died after being accidentally hit by a high-dose tranquiliser dart meant for a lioness in Junagadh. Officials confirm the fatal overdose during the rescue operation. Read the full details.
Forest Tracker Killed in Lioness Tranquilization Mishap in Gujarat
A forest department tracker died after a tranquilizer dart meant for a lioness accidentally struck him in Gujarat's Amreli district. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
Tracker dies after misfired tranquilliser dart hits him in Gujarat
A forest tracker died after a tranquilliser dart meant for a lioness hit him during a rescue operation in Junagadh. The lioness had killed a minor boy. Details inside.
8 Monkeys Found Dead in Karnataka Forest, Probe On
Eight monkeys found dead under mysterious circumstances in Karnataka's forest. Viscera sent for lab tests to determine cause. Forest Department launches investigation.
Rajasthan Forest Guard Recruitment 2025: 785 Posts
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.
Boy killed by lioness near Gir forest, rescue op misfire injures tracker
A four-year-old boy was killed by a lioness near Gir forest in Junagadh. During the rescue, a tracker was critically injured by a misfired tranquillizer dart. The incident has sparked fear among local workers.
Karnataka 70% done with deemed forest survey
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.
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