Karnataka CM Aims 5 Crore Saplings Annually to Boost Green Cover
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah pledges to plant 3-5 crore saplings yearly to combat pollution and increase state's forest cover from 20% to 30%. Inspired by Padma Shri Thimmakka.
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Bengaluru Locals Oppose Liquor Shop Near School, Temple
Residents of ECC Road in Bengaluru's Whitefield area are up in arms against a proposed liquor store near a school and temple. Read about their legal fight and community concerns.
Bengaluru News Today: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates
Get the latest Bengaluru news for January 4, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political news from the city.
Nagpur: 3,300 More Trees Found Choked in City
Nagpur Municipal Corporation identifies 3,300 new trees choked by concrete. High-powered committee reviews progress, stresses long-term solutions for tree health. Read the full update.
Kolkata's historic tamarind tree saved from felling
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
Bengaluru's 65-acre tree park opens in March
A 65-acre tree park is set to open in Bengaluru in March 2026, transforming former government factory land. Minister M B Patil announced the first phase launch. Read more.
65-Acre Tree Park Coming to Bengaluru's Old NGEF Land
Bengaluru's east to get a massive 65-acre tree park at former NGEF factory. First phase opens March 2025. No trees to be felled. Explore the green revival!
Hyderabad's 30-year-old rain trees pruned, activists alarmed
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
Bengaluru Residents Protest Tree Cutting in Vasanthnagar
Residents of Vasanthnagar in Bengaluru held a silent protest against the felling of 15 trees for a road project. They demand transparency and sustainable urban planning. Read more about their fight to save the city's green cover.
Why Tree of Heaven is a Threat to Urban Homes in India
Ailanthus altissima, or Tree of Heaven, is an invasive species spreading in Indian cities. Learn how to identify it and the serious structural, ecological, and health risks it poses to residential areas.
HC Stops Tree Cutting in Bhimtal's Jones Estate
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest dept to protect Bhimtal's Jones Estate, a key watershed. Next hearing on Feb 25. A win for environmental conservation.
Dehradun Pollution Rises Amid Highway Tree Felling
Dehradun's air quality deteriorates as AQI reaches 316. Citizens protest massive tree cutting for the new Asharodi-Jhajra bypass highway, fearing ecological disaster. Join the call for action.
Woman constable stripped in Chhattisgarh protest, 2 arrested
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
Wood Sculpting Camp Begins at Bengaluru's Lalbagh
A 10-day wood sculpting camp kicks off at Bengaluru's Lalbagh Botanical Garden today, featuring 20 artists. Witness live creation of sculptures from rain tree wood. Free entry for public.
Goa govt issues stricter guidelines for tree cutting permissions
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
Bengaluru NYE 2025: Thin Crowds, Strong Police Hit Pub Biz
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
4 leopard cubs rescued near Bengaluru's Big Banyan Tree
Four newborn leopard cubs were rescued near Dodda Aalada Mara after being abandoned. The PfA Wildlife Hospital team is stabilizing them, hoping for the mother's return. Read the full story.
6,300 Trees to be Felled in Rajaji Tiger Reserve for Roads
Two PWD road projects threaten to fell 6,300 trees in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's core zone, raising alarms over impact on tigers, elephants, and habitat fragmentation. Read more.
Eco-Friendly Ways to Reuse Your Christmas Tree in India
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Discover 5 sustainable alternatives to landfill, from mulching to creating wildlife habitats. Go green this season!
KMC Directs Agency to Speed Up Tree Planting at McPherson Square
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
72 Trees to be Felled for Bengaluru Road Project
Greater Bengaluru Authority plans to cut 72 trees on defence land in Ejipura for a new road. The project affects a 5.34-acre SWD buffer zone. Read more about the environmental impact.
Bengaluru Demolition Drive Triggers Public Outcry
Bengaluru's Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) demolition drive targeting illegal structures faces fierce public resistance. Residents protest as bulldozers roll in, highlighting city's infrastructure woes.
Congress NSUI protests tree felling for Bhopal road project
Congress NSUI activists marched in Bhopal against the proposed cutting of 8000 trees for a road project. State chief Jitu Patwari warned of environmental damage. Join the conversation on conservation.
Bhubaneswar Citizens Alarmed by Tree Felling, BMC Responds
Bhubaneswar residents raise alarm over rapid tree cutting. BMC Mayor Sulochana Das pledges massive plantation drive of 10,000+ saplings and explores translocation. Read more.
Rare Tree Kangaroo Found Alive After 90 Years
The Wondiwoi tree kangaroo, feared extinct for nearly a century, has been photographed in Indonesia's West Papua. This rare marsupial's rediscovery highlights the secrets of remote rainforests. Read more about this incredible wildlife find.
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Thackeray Opposes Tree Cutting for Nashik Kumbh Project
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray demands Tapovan be declared a reserved forest, opposes tree felling for Sadhugram ahead of Simhastha Kumbh. Read his full warning.
NGT acts on illegal tree felling for Baripada ISBT
NGT issues notices over alleged illegal felling of 5000+ trees in Mayurbhanj's urban forest for a bus terminal. Hearing on Jan 6. Read the full story.
Calcutta HC orders tree planting instead of FIR
Calcutta High Court quashes FIR against man for cutting tree branches, directs him to plant four saplings to offset environmental damage and promote sustainability. Details inside.
HC to KMC: File affidavit on illegal tree felling in 15 days
Calcutta High Court orders Kolkata Municipal Corporation to file affidavit on illegal tree cutting at McPherson Square. PIL alleges beautification project destroyed trees without forest dept permission.
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