Gujarat Forest Officials Suspended in Khair Wood Racket
Maharashtra forest officials seize Khair wood logs smuggled from Gujarat, leading to suspensions of Navsari RFO and forester over negligence and corruption allegations.
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Karnataka Forest Minister Acts Against Rs 30k Cr Land Grab
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches emergency crackdown on forest land encroachment after DH exposes potential Rs 30,000 crore loss. Read the full investigation.
AP Tiger Census Starts Dec 1: 87 Tigers in Nallamala
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.
India Rejects Pakistan's Minority Rights Lecture
India exposes Pakistan's poor minority rights record after Islamabad criticized Modi's Ayodhya temple visit. UN experts condemn Pakistan's religious discrimination.
Tiger pug marks create panic in Kolkata village
Panic erupted in Kishorimohanpur village after tiger pug marks were discovered. Forest department teams are patrolling the area. Read latest updates on the big cat sighting.
Dallas, Texas: The 'Most Indian Place in America'
An American influencer's viral video crowns Dallas as the epicenter of Indian culture in the US. Discover the vibrant community and the data behind this claim.
Elephant herd alert in Krishnagiri forest area
Forest department warns 10 villages as 40 elephants enter Sanamavu forest. Herd causing crop damage, 20 deaths in 2 years. Safety guidelines issued.
Leopard captured in Pollachi, released in Anamalai forests
Forest department successfully captures and releases leopard that strayed from Anamalai Tiger Reserve. The 5-year-old male was attacking livestock in Pollachi range before being safely relocated.
Assam to evict 8000 people from Lutumari Reserve Forest
Assam government launches massive drive to reclaim 6000-bigha Lutumari Reserve Forest, evicting 8000 residents in largest-ever conservation effort.
Chhattisgarh Wins All India Forest Sports Meet 2024
Chhattisgarh's forest department dominates All India Forest Sports Meet 2024, securing back-to-back championships with record medal haul. Witness their historic triumph!
Goa CM pledges land rights for tribals honoring Birsa Munda
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced granting ownership rights to tribals over cultivated lands as tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda. 5,000 sanads already distributed under Forest Rights Act.
Nomadic Communities Face Modern India Challenges
As space shrinks for itinerant life, India's nomadic communities face integration challenges in a world built for the settled population. Discover their daily struggles.
NGT Notices for Forest Land Encroachment in Odisha
National Green Tribunal serves notices for illegal encroachment of 10.09 acres forest land in Jharsuguda. Next hearing scheduled for January 8, 2026. Read full details.
Bengaluru Sports Fest Promotes Residential Harmony
Byatarayanapura residents unite through 14-sport inter-apartment festival. Cricket, football, chess & more foster community bonds in Bengaluru neighborhood. Join the movement!
SC Directs Jharkhand to Create Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare 126 compartments in Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary within 3 months, protecting 1,000 sq km of biodiversity.
Karnataka Forest Officials Missing from Conflict Areas
Top Karnataka forest officials absent from human-animal conflict zones, sparking debate between wildlife activists and department. Learn how this affects conflict mitigation efforts.
Illegal Khair Wood Depot Found in Garhshankar
Authorities discover illegal Khair wood depot in Garhshankar's Cholang area. Locals demand immediate action against forest mafia operations. Full investigation underway.
Assam reclaims 1.45L bighas forest land, gives tribal rights
Assam government reclaims 193 sq km encroached forest land since 2021, grants land titles to 4,673 tribal families under Forest Rights Act. Historic milestone for indigenous communities.
Forest Officer Shot in Car: Critical in Surat
A shocking incident in Surat as Assistant Conservator of Forests P Prajapati was discovered with bullet injuries inside his vehicle near Kamrej. The officer remains critical while authorities investigate the circumstances.
Mysuru Tiger Attacks Were Accidental: Forest Officials
Karnataka forest authorities clarify that recent tiger attacks near Bandipur were defensive incidents, not indicating man-eating tendencies. Experts explain human-wildlife conflict dynamics.
3 Tiger Cubs Die in Karnataka Reserve, CID Probe Ordered
Shocking discovery in Biligiri Ranganathaswamy Temple Tiger Reserve as three tiger cubs die under mysterious circumstances, prompting CID investigation and forest department action.
Young Elephant Found Dead in Betla National Park
A juvenile elephant was discovered dead in Jharkhand's Betla National Park, prompting an immediate investigation by forest authorities to determine the cause of death in this protected tiger reserve.
Hindu Daughters' Inheritance Rights: Complete Guide
Understanding the landmark legal changes that transformed inheritance rights for Hindu daughters in India. Learn how the 2005 amendment ensures equal property rights and what it means for families today.
Karnataka Probe: 3 Elephants Found Dead in Khanapur
Shock and outrage in Karnataka as three elephants found dead under suspicious circumstances in Khanapur forest, prompting immediate investigation by Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre.
Pune deploys sharpshooters for leopard threat
Exclusive insight into the specialized sharp-shooting team from Pune's Forest Department tasked with capturing or eliminating dangerous leopards threatening residential areas.
Patna Marathi Community Voices Traffic, Policing Concerns
The vibrant Marathi community in Patna voices serious concerns about worsening traffic management and inadequate policing measures affecting their daily lives and safety in the Bihar capital.
AI Drones Deployed in Bandipur to Prevent Wildlife Conflicts
Karnataka Forest Department introduces cutting-edge AI drone surveillance system in Bandipur Tiger Reserve to prevent wildlife encounters and protect both animals and local communities.
Karnataka halts new safaris over man-animal conflict
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announces moratorium on new safari projects, prioritizes resolving human-animal conflict first. Exclusive details on the state's new wildlife protection strategy.
Karnataka clears 50 acres of encroached forest land in Arasinamakki
In a significant environmental drive, Karnataka authorities have successfully cleared 50 acres of illegally occupied forest land in Arasinamakki, restoring protected territory and sending a strong message against encroachers.
Tribal Land Rights Disparities Exposed Across India
Jharkhand MP Jiten Choudhary reveals alarming inconsistencies in tribal land protection laws across India, highlighting how some states leave indigenous communities vulnerable to displacement and exploitation.
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