Archaeologists warn illegal mining near Nagpur's prehistoric Bhatala site, dating back 2 million years, could erase crucial evidence of early human life in Central India. Urgent action needed to protect heritage.
A rare Egyptian vulture, an endangered species, was recorded for the first time at Pune's Mahatma Tekdi. The sighting highlights the hill's role as a crucial urban biodiversity hotspot. Discover Pune's avian wonders!
Nagpur traffic police closed Manas Chowk road to manage Ganesh Tekdi devotees, causing severe jams near railway station. Commuters stranded, many nearly missed trains. Details inside.
Pune citizens group VTBKS accuses PMC of compressing timelines for Balbharati-Paud Phata road's environmental clearance. Allegations include a rushed tender and limited one-season study. PMC denies claims, citing due process. Read the full story.
Pune Municipal Corporation initiates expert-led process to obtain Environment Clearance for the controversial Paud-Balbharati link road across Vetal Tekdi, following Supreme Court conditions. Read details.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aditya Thackeray accuses BJP of rebranding previous govt projects as its own due to no concrete work. He criticizes Pune's governance and environmental policies. Read more.
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.
Discover the inspiring story of Pune's environmental activists who fought for four decades to protect Vetal Tekdi from urban development, creating a model for citizen-led conservation in Indian cities.