Karnataka officials boost wildlife crime coordination
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
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Forest Land Grab Bid in Chikkamagaluru: Police Complaint
Assistant Conservator of Forests files police complaint against illegal attempt to occupy forest land in Mudigere sub-division. Read the full investigation details.
Private claim on 517 acres of Bengaluru forest land
A private individual's shocking claim over 517 acres of forest land in Bengaluru's Kengeri has triggered public outrage. The government must act swiftly to protect this vital green space from encroachment.
Leopard Injures Two in Nanded's Naigaon Industrial Area
A leopard attacked two people in Nanded's Naigaon industrial area on Saturday. Forest department confirms first leopard sighting in the region. Both victims receiving treatment.
Maharashtra Police Recruitment: Last Day to Apply
Maharashtra Police recruitment 2025 ends today for 15,631 posts including Police Constable, Driver positions. Apply at policerecruitment2025.mahait.org before deadline.
Bageshwar forest fires force wildlife into villages
Devastating forest fires in Bageshwar district have destroyed vast woodlands, forcing wild animals towards human settlements and raising fears of conflict. Authorities struggle to contain the early-season blaze.
Maharashtra GR empowers Gram Sabhas on forest rights
Maharashtra government issues landmark resolution granting Gram Sabhas exclusive authority to issue transit permits for minor forest produce, ending decade-long conflict.
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.
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.
Maharashtra Police Recruitment: Apply for 15,657 Posts
Maharashtra Police announces 15,657 constable vacancies. Registration ends November 30, 2025. Check eligibility, selection process, and apply online at mahapolice.gov.in.
Maharashtra Visionary Summit 2025 Sets Development Agenda
Maharashtra Visionary Summit 2025 brings together leaders to discuss innovation and economic growth. Discover how the state plans to drive national development through strategic initiatives.
Maharashtra Plans Leopard Census in Sugarcane Fields
Rising leopard conflicts in Pune, Ahilyanagar, and Nashik prompt a first-of-its-kind census in agricultural landscapes. Experts reveal the technical challenges and urgent need for data.
PMO Steps In: Maharashtra Leopard Crisis Escalates
Maharashtra's human-leopard conflict escalates as PMO intervenes, transferring crisis to National Tiger Conservation Authority. Key developments and forest department challenges revealed.
Leopard rescued from Nagpur building in dramatic operation
A leopard entered a residential building in Nagpur's Bhandewadi area, creating panic. Forest department successfully tranquilized and rescued the 3-4 year old big cat. Read the full story.
Tigress 'Queen of Sahyadri' Released in Chandoli Park
Maharashtra Forest Department releases a radio-collared tigress in Chandoli National Park, raising the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve population to four. Watch her journey to strengthen biodiversity.
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.
Maharashtra ACB: Revenue, Police Top Corruption List
Maharashtra ACB data reveals Revenue, Land Records, and Police departments lead in corruption cases for 2025. 155 officials from Revenue caught accepting bribes. Explore the full report.
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.
Maharashtra to regulate coaching industry with new framework
Maharashtra government introduces regulatory framework for coaching classes. New rules cover registration, facility standards, fee transparency, and misleading advertisements. Expected implementation in winter assembly session.
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