The Supreme Court's Aravalli ruling signals a critical need for India's forest governance to shift from file-driven control to evidence-based district operations. Can DFOs manage ecology and economy?
Kerala BJP and Congress question CPI(M) MLA Sreelekha's use of a congested corporation office over MLA quarters. A political row heats up ahead of assembly polls. Read more.
A wild tiger fell into a 40-foot well in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district. Forest department officials are leading urgent rescue efforts to save the big cat. Details inside.
Sreejith V Nair elected KCA President, unveiling a one-year plan for 14-district infrastructure upgrade, a Kochi international stadium, and the Kerala Women's Premier League. Read the full story.
Kerala's forests faced a tumultuous 2025 with rising human-animal conflicts, controversial bills, and 24 deaths. Explore the ecological and political crisis unfolding in the high ranges.
The Congress-led UDF sees a voter swing in Kerala's local body polls, with the BJP gaining ground. A crucial test for political fortunes and public faith ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
The BJP-NDA alliance wins Thiruvananthapuram civic polls, marking a historic end to 45 years of LDF rule. VV Rajesh becomes Kerala's first BJP mayor. Analysis of key local body results and political implications for Kerala.
Forest officials in Kerala's Wayanad capture a 'maneater' tiger responsible for killing a 65-year-old woman. The operation concluded on December 26, 2025. Read the full story.
A deer that strayed into Gopda village in Chatra was safely returned to the wild thanks to a joint effort by villagers and forest officials on Thursday. Read about this heartwarming rescue operation.
Uttarakhand records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
Discover why Kerala is earning the nickname 'Finland of India.' From a literacy rate exceeding 94% to social welfare and water-rich landscapes, explore the striking parallels.
Kerala's draft electoral roll published after intensive revision shows a net reduction of over 24 lakh voters. Get the latest figures and analysis on the state's updated voter demographics.
Two women forest staff in Sariska Tiger Reserve, Saroj Kumari Khorwal and Ravina Meena, now study for competitive exams in renovated outposts. The administration has refurbished 59 posts with basic amenities. Read their inspiring journey.
CEE Kerala opens KMAT 2026 registration for MBA admissions. Apply online at cee.kerala.gov.in by January 15, 2026. Check eligibility, exam pattern, and key dates.
The Union government has approved cutting 5,000 trees in Chamoli to restore defunct fire-lines before the 2025 forest fire season. This critical move aims to prevent large-scale wildfires in Uttarakhand.
The UDF alliance in Kerala gains strength as three parties, including TMC, formally join to oppose LDF's policies. Get the latest political updates from the state.
BJP Kerala President Rajeev Chandrasekhar discusses the state's economic stagnation, political barriers, and the party's strategy for the 2026 assembly elections. Read his exclusive interview.
Buoyed by local body election results, the UDF in Kerala meets Monday to discuss expansion, seat-sharing, and assembly poll strategy. Key talks on new allies and the KC(M) faction are expected.
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
A herd of 50+ wild elephants from Karnataka's Bannerghatta forest is causing crop damage in Krishnagiri villages. Forest officials are driving them back and have issued safety alerts. Read the full story.
Supreme Court cancels agricultural lease in Dharwad forest, orders Karnataka govt to reclaim 134 acres. Ruling stresses forest land cannot be used for farming. Read the full verdict.
Kerala's electoral rolls see a major clean-up with 2.4 lakh voters eliminated. Former MLA Rajaji Mathew's name removed. Details on the state's voter verification drive here.
A fire in a protected Aravali forest in Gurgaon's Taoru, caused by burning scrap, damaged 1 acre and caused Rs 2.4 lakh loss. Two villagers named in FIR. #ForestFire #Gurgaon
Forest officials in Jajpur's Nagada forest arrested four tribal men for killing four rhesus macaque monkeys. Hides, meat, and weapons were seized. Read the full story.
Kerala's ruling CPI(M) dismisses claims of internal discord regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments. The party accuses the Chancellor of unilateral action, prompting a state government challenge in the Kerala High Court. Read the full details.
Supreme Court sets aside HC order, declares 102-acre Gurramguda forest as govt land. State directed to finalize reserve forest notification within 8 weeks. Read the full story.
Kerala govt & World Bank launch KERA project to forge 150 alliances between farmer companies & agri-businesses. Grants up to 60% (max Rs 2 Cr) available. Apply by Dec 31.
KTU Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas appointed to additional role at Digital University Kerala as VC-designate awaits clearance. Minister R Bindu offers cooperation amid LDF internal dissent.
Kerala cabinet approves inclusion of new communities in OBC list, Rs 190 crore guarantee for Kozhikode IT park, and key administrative decisions. Read the full details here.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arlekar break impasse, appoint VCs for KTU and Digital University. Supreme Court warning leads to consensus. Details inside.