Experts argue India's forest governance crisis stems from colonial-era institutional flaws, not just slow processes. Real solution lies in empowering local communities through Forest Rights Act implementation.
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 14-year-old girl was found dead in a Maharajganj forest, with family alleging a tiger attack. The brutal incident has sparked panic in the village. Authorities are investigating.
After the brutal killing of forest guard Jitendra Singh by illegal mining mafia in Dholpur, Rajasthan forest department strengthens safety protocols and staff deployment. Read more.
26 passengers had a narrow escape after an Ama Bus caught fire in Bhubaneswar. Swift action by staff & fire services averted a tragedy. CM Majhi orders safety review. Read for details.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
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.
The death toll from a rogue elephant's rampage in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district has climbed to 17. National expert teams join the hunt for the tusker in musth. Read for the latest updates and official response.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
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.
New UP BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary starts a crucial review of party functioning in Gorakhpur, Kashi, Awadh & Bundelkhand. This overhaul is key for the 2027 state polls. Read more.
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.
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.
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?
Russian President Vladimir Putin states Kyiv is in no hurry for peace, vows to achieve military goals. Russia claims capture of five towns after massive overnight strikes. Read the latest updates.
Russian air defences intercepted a massive wave of 111 Ukrainian drones over three hours, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Get the latest details on the attack and its implications.
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.
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.
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.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Forest areas in Telangana face a crisis as poachers use live wires from power lines to electrocute animals, creating lethal hazards for villagers and forest staff. Authorities push for urgent action.
For nearly a month, 60 forest personnel in Shivamogga's Sagar division have been tracking three elephants destroying crops across four ranges. Experts warn of corridor disruption. Read more.
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.
Discover Pando, a clonal colony of quaking aspen in Utah that's one massive 6,000-ton organism spanning 106 acres. A natural wonder defying definition.
Violent clash in Gujarat's Banaskantha between tribals and officials over forest land leaves many injured. Congress MLA alleges harassment, probe focuses on AC Bharat Sarkar Sangathan. Details inside.