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?
Arunachal's Rupa Bayor, a sports trailblazer, calls on every girl to take up sports. She highlights its life-changing benefits and the power of shared experience for empowerment.
After Magnus Carlsen's viral table slam at the World Blitz Chess Championship, Anand Mahindra applauds Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi for his impeccable grace and sportsmanship in victory. Read the full story.
The Harish Sharma 3x3 All India Basketball Championship concluded at Delhi's IG Stadium. Punjab teams dominated, winning both men's and women's titles. Read the full results and highlights.
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.
PM Modi states nepotism in Indian sports is over, enabling talent from poor backgrounds to excel. Sports budget now exceeds ₹3000 crore, a significant rise from pre-2014 levels.
Lucknow celebrated grassroots football as Stella Maris and Techtro FC won titles at the Sansad Khel Mahotsav finale in Jai Jagat Park, dedicated to Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Read more.
Lucknow celebrated grassroots sports as the Inter-School and Inter-Club Football Championship finals concluded at Jai Jagat Park. The event, part of Sansad Khel Mahotsav, paid tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Stella Maris and Techtro FC emerged
Modern School Barakhamba Road dominates the DC School Cup, clinching championship titles in both boys' and girls' categories. Read about their historic double victory and standout performances.
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.
West Bengal creates history by winning the 5th National Finswimming Championship 2025 in Mangaluru with a record 165 medals. Read about the champions and their stunning performances.
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 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.
Kanpur's Green Park Stadium gears up for the MP Sports Festival, featuring 11 sports disciplines and cricket. Discover the schedule, venues, and key details for the three-day sporting extravaganza.
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.
Global superstar Pitbull will perform at the Allstate Championship Tailgate on Jan 19, 2026, ahead of the CFP National Championship in Miami. The event kicks off a festival weekend of music, fan activities, and community initiatives.
Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur honoured girl students from Jubbal's sports hostel for national & international achievements. The hostel, a key training centre, now has CBSE recognition.
Mangaluru gears up for the 5th National Finswimming Championship 2025 from Dec 19-22. Over 1,400 athletes from 30 states will compete. Read about the event's scale and safety measures.
Discover how Jain University's Centre for Management Studies is training future sports business strategists, blending commerce with passion for the booming sports industry. Learn about their unique MBA program.
Underprivileged talents triumphed at the Delhi State Kho Kho Championship. Champions from the Sports Coaching Foundation now aim for the Indian national team. Read their inspiring journey.
The SSI National Sports Award 2024 honoured over 100 athletes, from veterans to juniors, aiming to boost sports participation across India. Discover the inspiring winners and the award's mission.
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.
The Bengaluru zonal round of the prestigious PV Quiz Championship 2024-25 will be held on December 15. Over 200 students are expected to compete for a spot in the national finals. Read more about the event details and registration.
The once-prestigious PAU cycling velodrome in Ludhiana, built in 1989, is now in severe disrepair. Cracked tracks, poor lighting, and lack of funding threaten its legacy and rider safety. Read more.