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.
Khair Timber Seized in Palamu, 3 Arrested
Rehla police station personnel seized a massive khair timber consignment and arrested three individuals in Palamu district. The timber's value ranges between Rs 65-75 per kg. Read more about this major crackdown.
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.
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.
Gujarat ACF's affair motive in family murder case
Gujarat forest officer Sailesh Khambhla allegedly murdered wife and kids over affair with staffer. Bhavnagar police investigation reveals shocking details of the crime.
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.
ACF Shailesh Khambhla Arrested for Family Murder
Assistant Conservator of Forest Shailesh Khambhla confesses to murdering his wife and two children in Bhavnagar. Investigation reveals chilling details of pre-planned crime. Read the full story.
Forest officer arrested for family murder in Bhavnagar
Assistant Conservator of Forests Sailesh Khambhla arrested for murdering wife and two children. Investigation revealed unsent WhatsApp message and suspicious pits behind quarters. Read full details.
Gujarat officer kills wife, kids in brutal murder
Gujarat forest officer strangles wife and two children, hides bodies in pit after dispute. Class one officer had filed missing complaint on November 14. Read shocking details.
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!
Forest official's wife, kids found dead in Bhavnagar field
Bodies of forest official's wife and two children discovered buried near their Bhavnagar home after 10 days missing. Husband identified as prime suspect in murder case.
Widow set on fire by lover and wife in Uttar Pradesh
A 21-year-old widow was brutally set on fire by her lover and his wife in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district. The victim remains in critical condition with 90% burns. Police have arrested both accused.
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.
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.
Forest Officer Shot in Car: Critical in Surat
A shocking incident in Surat as Assistant Conservator of Forests P Prajapati was discovered with bullet injuries inside his vehicle near Kamrej. The officer remains critical while authorities investigate the circumstances.
Delhi Police arrest 2 thieves, recover 8 stolen bikes
Delhi Police makes major breakthrough in vehicle theft cases with arrest of two notorious thieves and recovery of eight stolen motorcycles in northwest Delhi operation.
Mysuru Tiger Attacks Were Accidental: Forest Officials
Karnataka forest authorities clarify that recent tiger attacks near Bandipur were defensive incidents, not indicating man-eating tendencies. Experts explain human-wildlife conflict dynamics.
Karnataka Tiger Cub Scandal: Men Caught on Video
Disturbing footage reveals two men handling tiger cubs in Karnataka as authorities investigate the disappearance of their mother, missing for three weeks. Wildlife crime suspected.
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