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.
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US Report Warns of Risky Research Links with China
A US House committee report reveals American universities' research ties with Chinese defence entities, raising national security alarms. Read the full investigation.
Khader to Push for Opening of Mangaluru Railway Underbridge
Assembly Speaker UT Khader vows to resolve the delay in opening Mangaluru's Mahakalipadpu RUB. He also discusses plans for new cardiac and cancer care satellite units to boost regional healthcare.
Mysuru Event Pushes Tech Adoption for Silk Farmers
Mysuru's Reshme Divas event highlighted advanced sericulture tech, climate-resilient hybrids, and govt subsidies to boost India's raw silk production. Read key insights.
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.
New ₹40 Crore Child Health Centre in Madurai Opens in March
Madurai's new Institute of Child Health and Research Centre, a ₹40 crore facility with 219 beds, is set to become operational by March at GRH, boosting paediatric care for southern Tamil Nadu.
Russian Defence Factory Head Self-Immolates on Red Square
The head of a key Russian defence research institute died after setting himself on fire at Moscow's Red Square. The incident highlights intense pressure on defence firms to ramp up military production. Read the full report.
Farmers' Day: Varanasi Event Aims to Empower Rural Youth & Women
ICAR-IIVR in Varanasi organizes a Farmers' Day program on Chaudhary Charan Singh's birth anniversary. The event focuses on sustainable employment and self-reliance for farmers under the Viksit Bharat Mission. Read more.
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.
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.
CBI books 8 in Rs 1.14 cr PGIMER fraud for poor patients
CBI charges eight, including six PGIMER staff, for a Rs 1.14 crore scam. Fake bills and dead patients' names used to siphon treatment grants meant for the poor. Full 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.
Marine Bacteria Shows Promise Against Colon Cancer
Japanese scientists discover a marine bacterium, Photobacterium angustum, that targets and destroys colon cancer cells with high precision, offering a potential new treatment.
PGI Chandigarh Again Named Best Health Tech Institute in India
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has been ranked India's best institute for health technology assessment for 2023-24. Discover the details of this prestigious recognition.
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.
Century of Coffee Research at Balehonnuru Yields 13 Arabica Types
Celebrating 100 years, the Central Coffee Research Institute in Balehonnuru has released 13 high-yield arabica selections & robusta hybrids, revolutionizing India's coffee cultivation through systematic breeding. Discover the legacy.
India Acknowledges Gender Bias in Medical Research, Boosts Funding
Union government acknowledges global gender bias in medical research, citing differences in disease manifestation for women. Details Rs 400+ crore funding push via ICMR & DBT for women's health and research.
BARC's New 3000-Acre Campus in Andhra Pradesh Gets Nod
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre plans a strategic new R&D campus on 3000 acres in Anakapalli. The project, crucial for energy and national security, gets in-principle forest land approval. Read more.
Chettalli Litchi Fest Unites Farmers, Highlights Off-Season Potential
The Litchi Fruit Fest in Chettalli, Kodagu, spotlighted off-season cultivation. Experts from national institutes and progressive farmers discussed research, challenges, and future plans for litchi farming in India. Read more.
Film Team's Interactive Session at Chaitanya Research Institute
The cast of 'Lawho Gouranger Naam Rey' engaged in a deep panel discussion at Kolkata's Chaitanya Research Institute, exploring spiritual themes. Read about the insightful exchange.
Uttarakhand HC: State Failed to Implement Forest Fire Directives
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
107 Dead Grey Francolin Birds Found in Dombivli
Shocking discovery of 107 dead Grey Francolin birds in Dombivli's Motagaon area. Forest officials send samples to NIV Pune to investigate cause of death, suspecting infection or poisoning. Read details.
Sick Wild Elephant Rescued, Treated in Tenkasi Forest
A 35-year-old wild elephant, found sick in Sivagiri forest, was successfully rescued and treated by the Tenkasi forest department. The elephant is now stable under observation. Read about the intensive two-day rescue operation.
20+ Elephants Moved in Krishnagiri, Villagers Warned
Forest personnel in Krishnagiri chased over 20 elephants from Sanamavu to Denkanikottai reserve forest to prevent crop damage. Officials have warned villagers to stay safe. Read more.
India's First Coral Reef Research Centre in Andaman
India will establish its first National Coral Reef Research Institute in South Andaman at a cost of Rs 120 crore. Learn why coral reefs are vital for UPSC and the environment.
TN to Launch Advanced Science Research Centers
Tamil Nadu government announces two advanced basic science research institutes in Chennai and Coimbatore with international collaborations. Offering PG, PhD programs with fellowships.
Jaisalmer Bus Fire Death Toll Reaches 29
The death toll in the Jaisalmer bus fire tragedy has increased to 29 as Ubedula, severely burned in the October 14 accident, succumbed to injuries after six weeks of treatment.
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