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Punjab Records 133 Stubble Burning Cases on Monday

Punjab reports 133 new paddy-stubble burning cases, taking season total to 4,195. Tarn Taran leads with 20 incidents. Air quality remains poor across state despite improvement from previous years.

Amritsar Farm Fires Down 56% This Year

Amritsar achieves 56% reduction in farm fires this season through government initiatives and farmer cooperation. Learn how this environmental victory was achieved.

Delhi Chokes: Farm Fires Push AQI to 'Very Poor'

As stubble burning intensifies in neighboring states, Delhi's air quality deteriorates to 'Very Poor' levels, raising health concerns and highlighting the annual pollution crisis.

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.

Punjab Farm Fires Jump 78% Amid Wheat Sowing Rush

Punjab faces agricultural crisis as farmers rush to clear paddy fields through stubble burning, with wheat sowing deadline approaching and farm fires surging dramatically across the state.

Punjab Farm Fires Cross 2,500 Mark in 6 Days

Punjab faces environmental emergency as farm fires surge past 2,500 mark. 62 fresh cases reported amid worsening air quality crisis. Authorities struggle to contain stubble burning despite restrictions.

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.

Punjab's Soil Revival: In-Situ Stubble Solution

Discover how Punjab's shift to in-situ paddy stubble management is not only reducing pollution but also rejuvenating depleted soils, offering a sustainable solution to the annual farm fire crisis.

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.

Punjab Farmers: Straw Bales Block Wheat Sowing

Punjab farmers confront agricultural emergency as paddy straw bales remain uncollected, threatening crucial wheat sowing season and raising pollution concerns across the state.

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.

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.

Punjab Farm Fires Spike: 283 Cases in One Day

Punjab witnesses alarming spike in farm fires with 283 new cases reported in a single day, raising serious concerns about air quality and environmental health across North India.

Karnataka's decade-long wildlife vet crisis deepens

Karnataka's forest department faces a severe wildlife healthcare crisis as critical veterinarian positions remain vacant for over 10 years, endangering protected species across the state's reserves and national parks.

Baby Elephant Drowns in Chhattisgarh Forest Pond

A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Raigarh forest where a young elephant calf tragically drowned in a pond, prompting forest department investigation and raising concerns about wildlife safety.

Jalandhar AQI Crisis: 16 Farm Fires, Air Still Very Poor

Despite a significant 93% drop in farm fires compared to last year, Jalandhar continues to battle 'very poor' air quality. Discover the hidden factors behind Punjab's persistent pollution problem and why stubble burning might not be the only culprit.

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