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India's Forest Districts Need Urgent Governance Modernisation
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?
Engineer suspended after manhole death in Vadodara
Vadodara Municipal Corporation suspends engineer, blacklists contractor after a 43-year-old man dies falling into an open manhole in Manjalpur. Read the full investigation details.
NH 48 Safety Crisis: 7 Accidents in Vadodara in a Month
A series of tragic accidents on NH 48 near Vadodara has claimed multiple lives and left many injured over the past month. Read the detailed report on the road safety emergency.
Vadodara: Man dies after falling into open manhole near water tank
Vadodara Municipal Corporation holds cleaning agency accountable for the death of Vipulsinh Zala, who fell into an uncovered manhole near Manjalpur water tank. Read about the negligence and the actions taken.
IndiGo Cancels Vadodara-Mumbai Flight Due to Operational Issues
IndiGo flight 6E-2168/6E-5138 on the Mumbai-Vadodara-Mumbai route was cancelled on Saturday, causing passenger distress. Airport officials are coordinating with the airline for solutions.
New Vadodara-Navi Mumbai Flight by IndiGo from Dec 30
IndiGo Airlines announces a new direct flight connecting Vadodara to Navi Mumbai, starting December 30, 2025. The service will operate five days a week, boosting regional connectivity for business and leisure travellers. Read more details.
Vadodara Headlines: Major Civic & Traffic Updates
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Indian Star Tortoises rescued from Vadodara home
Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers seized two protected Indian star tortoises from a Sayajibaug employee's house in Vadodara. The reptiles were handed over to forest officials. Read the full story.
Manjalpur Water Supply Affected Friday for Tank Cleaning
Vadodara Municipal Corporation's cleaning of Manjalpur water tanks will disrupt supply on Friday evening. Service to resume gradually from Saturday morning. Details inside.
Deer rescued in Chatra, released back into forest
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 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.
Vadodara civic body proposes Rs 230 crore projects before polls
Vadodara Municipal Corporation seeks approval for Rs 230 crore in development works, including swimming pools, a yoga centre, and pond beautification, ahead of civic elections. Key meeting scheduled for Friday.
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.
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.
Vadodara: Duo booked for cheating businessman of Rs 22.5 lakh
Vadodara Crime Branch registers a cheating case against a woman and her son for allegedly duping a Mumbai businessman by promising a Rs 300 crore loan. Read the full details.
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.
VMC, GPCB, CREDAI meet to tackle Vishwamitri river issues
Vadodara Municipal Corporation held a crucial meeting with GPCB, CREDAI, and rights panel to combat debris dumping and sewage pollution in the Vishwamitri river. Water quality shows improvement.
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.
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.
Crocodile rescued from Vadodara company premises
A 5.5-foot crocodile entered a private firm on Dabhoi Road, Vadodara. Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers safely captured the reptile and handed it to the forest department. Read the full story.
Bomb Hoax at Vadodara Collector's Office, Police Investigate
Vadodara district collectorate evacuated after a bomb threat email, later declared a hoax. Police suspect links to Ahmedabad school threats and Khalistan elements. Read the full investigation details.
Third Bomb Threat at Vadodara Collectorate, Probe On
Vadodara Collectorate gets a bomb threat email for the third time, prompting increased security. DCP Manjita Vanjara confirms investigation is underway. Details here.
3 Poaching Suspects Arrested in Kolhapur Forest Operation
Kolhapur forest officials arrested three from an 11-member poaching gang near Ghataprabha Dam. A dramatic chase led to the seizure of weapons, cash, and a vehicle. Read the full details of the operation.
Stray Tiger Returns to Wayanad Forest, Panic Ends
A tiger that strayed into Wayanad's Padikkam Vayal and Cheekaloor, causing panic, has safely returned to the Pathiri Reserve Forest. Forest officials confirm the end of prohibitory orders. Read the full story.
Punjab Develops 8 Forest Parks to Increase Green Cover
Punjab govt is creating eight nature parks in Pathankot, Patiala, Amritsar & Hoshiarpur under the Greening Punjab Mission to enhance forest cover and environmental awareness.
Vadodara Police seize vapes worth Rs 10 lakh, arrest one
Vadodara police's SOG unit confiscated a massive illegal stock of e-cigarettes from Ajwa Road. One arrested, another absconding. Read the full details of the raid.
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