Forest officer suspended for bribe in Pilibhit
Dudhwa Tiger Reserve director recommends suspension of forest officer caught taking Rs 40,000 bribe for tree felling permission. Read the full investigation details.
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West Singhbhum Forest Dept Protects Elephants in Saranda
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Ganjam Elephant Killing: Man Arrested for Poaching
Shocking wildlife crime uncovered in Odisha as authorities apprehend suspect for allegedly poisoning and killing a protected elephant in Ganjam forest. Full details of the investigation.
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.
Karnataka seeks dedicated wildlife veterinarian cadre
Karnataka's Forest Department is seeking government approval to create a specialized cadre of wildlife veterinarians, addressing critical gaps in animal healthcare and conservation efforts across the state's protected areas.
Woman dies after elephant herd attack in Ramgarh
A 50-year-old woman succumbed to injuries after being attacked by a herd of elephants in Ramgarh's Gola block, highlighting the growing human-animal conflict in Jharkhand.
Tiger attack kills woman in Seraikela forest
In a heartbreaking incident, a 45-year-old woman was fatally attacked by a tiger while answering nature's call in the forests near Seraikela. The tragic event has raised serious concerns about human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Karnataka reduces evening safari timings in tiger reserves
Karnataka forest department reduces late evening safari hours in Bandipur and Nagarahole tiger reserves following rising human-animal conflicts and recent tragic incidents.
Karnataka's Wolf Crisis: No Census in 20 Years
Exclusive investigation reveals Karnataka hasn't conducted a wolf census for two decades as conservationists warn of drastic population decline and habitat loss across the state.
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