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.
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.
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.
Lionel Messi wrapped up his India tour with a cultural visit to Anant Ambani's Vantara animal rescue centre in Jamnagar. The Argentine star participated in traditional rituals and a night safari. Read more.
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve DFO recommends action against forest officer for NTCA norm violations. Tourists disembarked, tiger trapped. Read about the inquiry and consequences.
Mysuru advocate serves legal notices to MLAs, warning that reviving safari in core tiger habitat violates Supreme Court order. Read the full details and implications.
Motilal Oswal recommends Safari Industries and JSW Steel as top stock picks for the week starting December 8, 2025, projecting significant upside potential. Read the detailed analysis.
Tired of deadlines, a travel writer finds solace in a spontaneous Ranthambore trip. A story of nature, elusive tigers, and the joy of a simple break. Read the full experience.
Tourism promoters in Mysuru urge the Karnataka government to immediately reopen safaris in Bandipur and Nagarahole Tiger Reserves, citing severe impact on foreign tourism and local livelihoods.
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.
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.
Karnataka's tourism industry urges the forest department to lift the safari ban in Bandipur and Nagarahole, warning of severe impact on thousands of local livelihoods. Read more.
Etawah Safari Park successfully treated a critically injured sambar and a leopard cub in two separate wildlife rescue operations. Read about their recovery and conservation efforts.
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.
The Telangana Rising Global Summit will see MoUs for Ajay Devgn's film studio and Reliance's Vantara night safari, boosting tourism and investment. Read details.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma states eviction drives will persist to clear encroachments from forest and government land. Over 1.29 lakh bighas already reclaimed. Details inside.
A tiger attacked and killed cows in two Madikeri villages, Badaga Banangala and Hathur. Forest officials have inspected the sites and launched operations to rescue the big cat. Read more.
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Assistant Conservator of Forests files police complaint against illegal attempt to occupy forest land in Mudigere sub-division. Read the full investigation details.
A private individual's shocking claim over 517 acres of forest land in Bengaluru's Kengeri has triggered public outrage. The government must act swiftly to protect this vital green space from encroachment.
Mendarda police arrest 23-year-old Rajasthan man for operating fake online booking platform targeting Gir National Park tourists. Multiple states affected in cyberfraud case.
Devastating forest fires in Bageshwar district have destroyed vast woodlands, forcing wild animals towards human settlements and raising fears of conflict. Authorities struggle to contain the early-season blaze.
Maharashtra government issues landmark resolution granting Gram Sabhas exclusive authority to issue transit permits for minor forest produce, ending decade-long conflict.
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
Maharashtra forest officials seize Khair wood logs smuggled from Gujarat, leading to suspensions of Navsari RFO and forester over negligence and corruption allegations.
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches emergency crackdown on forest land encroachment after DH exposes potential Rs 30,000 crore loss. Read the full investigation.
Andhra Pradesh launches tiger census from December 1. Nallamala forest now home to 87 tigers as population shows remarkable recovery. Learn about the counting methods.
Etawah Safari Park expands lion habitat from 5 to 21 hectares, enhancing animal welfare and tourist experience. Five lions already exploring new territory.