The Bengaluru forest division office wrote a letter in September 2025, highlighting the urgent need to file an appeal and secure land in Kadugodi, Karnataka, calling it a 'forest' that requires protection.
A tragic road accident near Bharathipura Cross claims four lives, including children. Separately, a government teacher dies by suicide in a Balluru school.
Cyber criminals created a fake WhatsApp Business account in the name of Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner Prabhuling Kavalikatti, sending fraudulent messages to officials and the public to solicit money and favors.
Environmentalists in Shivamogga urge forest minister Eshwar B Khandre to establish a dedicated cybercell to monitor and remove exploitative wildlife content from social media platforms.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
A young engineering student from Karnataka's Shivamogga tragically passed away from a sudden cardiac arrest. The incident highlights growing concerns about youth health.
Uttarakhand recorded 1153 forest fire alerts in December 2025, the highest in three years. Officials blame dry weather and stubble burning. Read about the state's preparedness.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
A 21-year-old competitive exam aspirant in Karnataka died by suicide, leaving a poignant WhatsApp message calling for systemic change to nurture talent, not pressure. Read his plea.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
A forest department tracker died after a tranquilizer dart meant for a lioness accidentally struck him in Gujarat's Amreli district. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
A forest tracker died after a tranquilliser dart meant for a lioness hit him during a rescue operation in Junagadh. The lioness had killed a minor boy. Details inside.
Eight monkeys found dead under mysterious circumstances in Karnataka's forest. Viscera sent for lab tests to determine cause. Forest Department launches investigation.
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board announces 785 vacancies for Forest Guard, Forester & Surveyor posts. Check eligibility, salary up to Rs 65,000, and selection process details here.
Multiple Rangayana branches in Karnataka struggle to survive due to a severe shortage of young artists and technicians. Discover the challenges facing this cultural institution.
Karnataka's forest minister Eshwar Khandre announced 70% completion of the state's deemed forest survey, a critical step for conservation and land-use clarity. Read the latest updates.
Shivamogga MP BY Raghavendra announces Rs 400 crore for Agumbe Ghat Road project. Plans include a tunnel, pedestrian safety measures, and resolving stalled works. Read more.
DFO Lucknow Sitanshu Pandey distributed blankets to staff and honored dedicated employees, following CM Yogi Adityanath's directives. A key step for employee welfare and forest conservation.
Shivamogga & Davanagere farmers rejoice as Bhadra Reservoir's IAC approves 120-day water release for summer crops. Learn the schedule and key decisions from the 88th meeting.
Outgoing Shivamogga DC Gurudatta Hegde emphasized tourism promotion for jobs. He discussed land acquisition challenges, health issues, and handed charge to successor Prabhuling Kavalikatti.
Forest officials in Bahraich neutralised two wolves after a spate of fatal attacks on children. 12 killed, 12 injured in 3 months. Authorities intensify patrols and surveillance.
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?
A tragic bus accident on Hulikal Ghat road in Karnataka's Shivamogga district resulted in the death of a 5-year-old boy and left 15 others injured. The vehicle crashed into a revetment wall.
Environmentalists in Shivamogga met wildlife board officials, warning the 2000 MW Sharavathi project threatens endangered species and archaeological sites. They demand a new impact assessment.
Two development projects in Karnataka face penalties for initiating work on approximately two acres of forest land without securing mandatory clearances. Learn the details and implications.
A high-level NBWL team visited Sagar to inspect the Sharavathi pumped storage project site in the lion-tailed macaque sanctuary. They met with the local MLA and environmentalists to discuss concerns.
BJP activists in Shivamogga protest against the Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, 2025, alleging it curbs freedom of speech and press. MLA Chennabasappa leads the charge.
Two Bengaluru software engineers, both engaged to be married, died in a horrific bus crash near Sigandur temple. A third friend survived. Read their heartbreaking 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.