Congress, BJP Clash in Assembly Over Forest Land Diversion
Congress accuses BJP govt of illegal deforestation & fake Gram Sabhas for coal mining in Hasdeo. Minister denies charges, cites increased forest cover. Read the full story.
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Bengaluru BDA Layout Owners Stuck in Forest Land Row
Over 1,500 families in Bengaluru's Banashankari 6th Stage face a construction freeze due to a sudden forest land claim. Read about their decades-long wait and financial distress.
Gurgaon liquor shops accused of major excise violations
Multiple Gurgaon liquor shops under probe for smuggling now face complaints for serious excise policy breaches, including illegal advertising and selling below MRP. Lawyer demands sealing and license suspension.
Pune Groups Push for Vetal Hill Deemed Forest Status
Citizen groups in Pune urge the state to declare the entire Vetal hill complex as forest land, citing SC orders and ecological importance. A move crucial for Pune's climate buffer.
Rajasthan IFS Promotions Face Procedural Irregularity Allegations
Allegations of irregularities surface in Rajasthan Forest Service promotions to IFS. Officers with less than 8 years' service reportedly benefited, while eligible candidates were overlooked. Details inside.
Bijnor Farmers Chase Ailing Elephant From Fields
Farmers in Bijnor's Najibabad drove away a weak elephant damaging crops, fearing blame if it died. Forest officials deny claims of an abandoned calf. Read the full story on the escalating conflict.
Massive Anti-Encroachment Drive in Ramnagar Forest
Uttarakhand police and administration cleared 51 illegal dwellings in Ramnagar's reserve forest. The action, ordered by CM Dhami, saw detentions and heavy security. Read the full details.
Forest Fire Causes Landmine Explosions Along LoC in Poonch
A major forest fire near the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district triggered multiple landmine explosions. Officials confirm the fire is now under control. Read the full report.
8 Held in Coimbatore for Star Tortoise Smuggling
Mettupalayam forest officials arrested eight individuals for possessing a protected star tortoise intended for illegal sale. The accused were remanded to judicial custody under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Karnataka Forest Conservation Fails Without Locals
Experts warn that isolated forest conservation efforts in Karnataka are failing. Success requires active involvement of local communities. Read the full analysis.
JPSC Forest Range Officer PT Result 2025 Released
JPSC has declared the Preliminary Test result for Forest Range Officer recruitment 2025. Check and download the PDF with roll numbers from jpsc.gov.in for the next stage.
100% Rise in Jharkhand Witch-Hunting Cases
Jharkhand saw a 100% spike in witch-hunting cases in 2023. Explore the deep-rooted causes: healthcare gaps, land rights denial for Adivasi women, and failed laws. Read the full analysis.
Uttarakhand HC: State Failed to Implement Forest Fire Directives
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.
Bengaluru's Bannerghatta Forest Endangered by Development
Reduced eco-sensitive zone around Bannerghatta National Park now faces new threats from proposed flyovers and a nearby airport. Experts warn of irreversible ecological damage. Read more.
Bengal Govt Approves Rebuild of Burnt Hollong Bungalow
West Bengal government greenlights reconstruction of the historic Hollong Forest Bungalow in Jaldapara, gutted by fire in June 2024. The Rs 3.85 crore project aims to restore the iconic tourist spot. Read more.
Wolf Attacks Injure Two Minor Girls in Bahraich
Two separate wolf attacks in Bahraich's Kaisarganj forest injured minor girls. Forest teams use drones for tracking. Villagers urged to stay alert.
3 held for poaching blackbuck in Sagar forest
Forest officials in Madhya Pradesh arrested three men for allegedly poaching a Schedule-I protected blackbuck. The operation recovered meat, hide, and a rifle. Read the full details.
Sick Wild Elephant Rescued, Treated in Tenkasi Forest
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.
Two girls injured in separate wolf attacks in UP
Panic in Kaisarganj villages after wolves attack two 5-year-old girls. Forest Department launches search with drones. Read about the escalating human-wildlife conflict.
SHRC Orders ₹3 Lakh Compensation in Tuticorin Custodial Death
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission has directed ₹3 lakh compensation for a custodial death in Tuticorin and disciplinary action against a police sub-inspector. Read the full details.
Elephant Electrocuted in Erode's Anthiyur, Investigation On
A wild elephant died after electrocution from a private fence in Erode's Bargur hills. The tusker had been roaming residential areas for over a month, causing damage. Forest department registers case. Read the full report.
Sambar deer killed by train in Nagpur forest
A male sambar deer was tragically run over by a train in Nagpur's Seminary Hills forest range. Forest officials are investigating the incident near the Japanese Garden. Read more about the wildlife safety concerns.
Illegal Mica Mining Halted in Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary
A joint police-forest force raid in Koderma's Chatarbar Wildlife Sanctuary seized heavy machinery, cracking down on illegal mica mining. Officials vow to continue operations. Read more.
SC Stays Transfer of Widowed Army Officer with Disabled Child
Supreme Court halts transfer of widowed Army officer, citing her role as sole caregiver to her autistic son. The case highlights constitutional rights of persons with disabilities. Read more.
Illegal Road Attempt in Mangar Aravalli Forest Foiled
Another midnight attempt to carve an illegal road through protected Aravalli plantation in Faridabad was stopped. Forest department posts permanent guard after residents' complaint.
Karnataka Minister Directs Foresters to Stay in Conflict Villages
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to stay in villages, set up temporary camps, and use tech to address human-wildlife conflict. New command centres launched.
Man held for killing leopard after video found on son's phone
A man in Indore was arrested for killing a 3-year-old leopard. The breakthrough came when a video of the alive leopard was found on his 12-year-old son's mobile phone. Read the full investigation details.
Rs 2 Crore Illegal Liquor Seized by Jhabua Police
Jhabua police intercepted a truck near the Gujarat border, seizing foreign & country-made liquor worth over Rs 2 crore. The driver fled. Read the full details of the major bust here.
50-Hectare Nagar Van Inaugurated in Mokokchung, Nagaland
A 50-hectare urban forest, Nagar Van Merakum Tzuin, launched in Mokokchung village. The project aims to boost biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Nagaland's urban landscape. Read more.
Uber India Director Booked Over Fatal Mulund Accident
Navghar police file case against Uber India director for alleged Motor Vehicles Act violations after a woman's death in a Mulund truck-bike collision. Details on the case and regulatory breaches inside.
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