Ghatora Wetland in Bhagalpur Eyes Ramsar Site Status
Bhagalpur's Ghatora Wetland moves closer to becoming a Ramsar Site. Recent surveys recorded 65-70 bird species, boosting its international conservation prospects. Read more.
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Prayagraj Seers Urge UP Govt to Declare City a Holy Pilgrimage Site
Prayagraj scholars demand official 'teerth kshetra' status for the city, seeking a 5-km sacred zone around Sangam. They also call for a ban on meat & alcohol and express concern over Hindu safety in Bangladesh. Read more.
Widow Cheated of ₹10 Lakh, Gold by Man on Matrimonial Site
A Coimbatore widow was allegedly conned by a married man she met online. He promised marriage, took ₹10 lakh & gold, then vanished. Police complaint filed. Read the shocking details.
New 21-Acre District Hospital Announced for Hisar
Haryana Health Minister Aarti Rao announces a new district civil hospital on 21 acres in Hisar. The move comes as the existing hospital, near a protected monument, cannot be expanded. Read for details.
Pune's youth map heritage trees at Ganeshkhind Garden
Gen Z and millennials joined a heritage tree-mapping event at Pune's Ganeshkhind Garden, highlighting rising interest in conservation. The activity comes as the PMC plans an STP in the area.
Kas Plateau Hotels Noticed for Dumping Waste in Forest
Satara forest department warns hoteliers at UNESCO site Kas Plateau over garbage dumping, citing increased man-animal conflict. Legal action threatened. Read more.
12 Children Rescued from Exploitative Construction Site in Guwahati
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Unakoti: Tripura's Ancient Sculptural Mystery
Explore Unakoti, Tripura's enigmatic Shaivite site with colossal 7th-9th century rock carvings. Discover its myths, history, and new ₹12 crore push for tourism. Plan your visit!
Major Fire at Hyderabad Construction Site, Gas Cylinder Explodes
A major fire destroyed 15 tin-roof quarters for construction workers at Candeur Crescent in Hyderabad. No casualties reported; short circuit suspected. Read the full report.
Two Booked for Attempted Sewage Dump in Hyderabad Reservoir
Moinabad police book two for trying to illegally dump sewage into Osman Sagar. HMWSSB assures no contamination occurred and water is safe. Report illegal dumping to 155313.
Student dies after fall from scaffold at Trichy construction site
An 18-year-old diploma student, S Gowtham, died after falling from a scaffold at a Trichy Airport construction site. He was gaining practical experience with his uncle.
Buxar heritage guards unpaid for 10 months, Diwali ruined
Two security guards at a protected heritage site in Buxar, Bihar, allege non-payment of salaries for 10 months, highlighting systemic failures in outsourced security for historical monuments. Read the full investigation.
Chennai's Cholavaram Reservoir Bund Damaged in Rain
Heavy rain damages Cholavaram reservoir bund near Chennai, exposing old structural flaws. Officials deploy tarpaulin as temporary fix while a ₹120 crore permanent rehabilitation plan is in progress. Read more.
Panchkula waste crisis: NGT orders ignored, garbage piles up
Despite NGT's October order, Panchkula's Jhuriwala site remains clogged with garbage, spilling onto highways and causing health hazards. Residents plan to approach the Deputy Commissioner.
Nitish Kumar tours Rajdhani reservoir, observes migratory birds
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected Patna's Rajdhani reservoir, learning about diverse migratory birds like Lalsar & Pintail. Officials highlighted conservation efforts in the urban oasis. Read more.
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary Attracts Over 52,400 Visitors
Gujarat's Khijadiya bird sanctuary, a Ramsar site, saw over 52,400 visitors in 2024-25. Bird species rose to 332. It will be a model at Vibrant Gujarat Conference.
Surat: 192 Flats Evacuated After Construction Pit Collapse
A retaining wall collapse at a Surat construction site forced the evacuation of 192 apartments in Shiv Residency. Authorities suspend licenses of architect, engineer, and developer. Read for details.
Eurasian Coots Disappear from Vadodara's Wadhwana Lake
The iconic Eurasian coot, once carpeting Wadhwana Lake in Vadodara, is vanishing. Bird counts have crashed from 21,000 to 7,000. Experts cite water levels and food scarcity. Read the full investigation.
Karnataka HC Stops Tree Cutting at Bengaluru Railway Site
Karnataka High Court issues interim order protecting 371 trees near Cantonment Station. No trees can be cut without permission. Next hearing on Feb 13, 2026. Read the full story.
Porunai Museum in Tirunelveli to Open with Sivakalai Treasures
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurates the Porunai Museum in Tirunelveli on Dec 21. The museum will house rare Iron Age artefacts from Sivakalai, India's oldest such site. Discover the history!
Bengaluru Tree Cutting Stopped by Karnataka High Court
Karnataka High Court intervenes to protect Bengaluru's green cover, restraining tree felling at a Cantonment site and issuing notices to key ministries and state bodies. Read the full story.
Himachal hotel fined Rs 1 lakh for illegal muck dumping
Himachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board fines hotel owner Rs 1 lakh for illegal muck dumping near Bhakra Dam reservoir. Action follows complaints and court orders.
Thousands of Dinosaur Footprints Found in Italian Alps
Massive discovery of dinosaur footprints, likely from Plateosaurs, found on Alpine cliffs near a Winter Olympics site. The 200-million-year-old prints reveal ancient herds. Read more!
PMC's 15-day order: Install air sensors at construction sites
Pune Municipal Corporation mandates real-time air pollution sensors & LED indicators at large construction sites within 15 days. Non-compliance risks stop-work orders and fines. Learn the new rules.
Mumbai Air Pollution: HC Panel Finds Widespread Non-Compliance
A Bombay High Court panel reveals systemic failure in Mumbai's pollution control. Only 4 of 36 sites followed guidelines. Read the shocking details and what it means for citizens' health.
Sirpur Lake loses migratory birds, Ramsar status at risk
Indore's Sirpur Lake, a Ramsar site, sees a 50% drop in migratory birds as water hyacinth covers 150 acres. Experts warn of ecological collapse and threat to its protected status. Read more.
Indore Fights to Save Ramsar Site Sirpur Lake
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
Chennai's water reserves secure for 11 months after AP halt
Chennai's water security is assured for the year ahead as Poondi reservoir nears full capacity. Strategic halt of Kandaleru inflows and good monsoon fill city lakes. Details inside.
Pillar Damaged at Historic Virupaksha Temple in Hampi
A stone pillar at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Virupaksha Temple in Hampi was found damaged. The ASI has initiated an investigation into the incident. Read more.
Illegal Constructions at Raigad Fort Prompt ASI Notice
ASI serves notice to ropeway firm for unauthorized constructions at Raigad Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Heritage experts warn of potential loss of status if violations continue. Read the full story.
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