Multiple wildfires threaten Stanford and Pearly Beach in South Africa's Western Cape, forcing evacuations and disrupting travel. Authorities urge vigilance as firefighters battle blazes.
Uttarakhand HC flags report that forest dept's shift from community management weakens fire prevention. Expert warns rule changes without consultation harm vital local institutions. Read the details.
The World Cricket Festival reveals its official anthem 'Fires Born' ahead of the Jan 20-23, 2026 mega-event at KAUST, Jeddah. Get ready for a global cricket celebration!
Intense bushfires in Australia's southeast have burned over 300,000 hectares, destroyed homes, and left tens of thousands without power. Authorities report 10 major fires still burning. Read the full report.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
A hill in Baryabhat, Raia, was set ablaze late Wednesday night, the fourth such deliberate incident. Firefighters' efforts were hampered by no road access. This echoes 2023's devastating forest fires in South Goa.
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.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
As Uttarakhand marks 25 years, FRI Director Renu Singh details its crucial work in scientific forestry, river rejuvenation, and fighting forest fires. Discover how research is shaping a sustainable future.
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.
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.
New data analysis reveals stubble burning contributes a minor share to Delhi's severe air pollution, challenging common perception. Read the full explainer on the complex causes of smog.
A new CSE analysis reveals Delhi's winter smog intensified post-stubble burning, with PM2.5 rising 30% in December. Local emissions & regional pollution are key culprits. Read the full report.
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?
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.
NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe pays $21 million to settle a sexual assault lawsuit filed by a young model. Get the full story on the shocking allegations and ESPN's response.
Punjab reports a significant 53% reduction in stubble burning incidents this paddy season. Discover the key strategies behind this environmental success story and its impact on air quality.
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest officials to file a detailed report on state forest fires by Jan 9, warning of personal appearance for non-compliance. Get the latest updates.
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.
Recurring fires in Himachal Pradesh's villages are destroying centuries-old Kathkuni homes. Learn about the causes, the cultural loss, and the urgent call for preservation.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.