150 Khair Trees Illegally Cut Near Ropar
Forest officials in Punjab discovered 150 Khair trees illegally chopped down near Ropar. Authorities are investigating the incident and seeking those responsible.
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Ex-Judge to Fight Illegal Hill Cutting in Goa
Retired Justice Ferdino Rebello announces legal action against TCP department for granting hill cutting permissions without proper rules since 1997, vows to protect Goa's ecology.
Protected Aravali Hills Road Construction, 100 Trees Felled
A 30-meter wide road has been illegally carved into Gurgaon's protected Raisina hills, with over 100 trees cut down. Fresh construction continues despite demolition drives, violating Aravali Notification rules.
Goa Tree Authority Alarms Over 33,000 Pending Saplings
The Goa Tree Authority expresses serious concern over 33,723 pending compensatory saplings. It gives defaulters a fortnight to provide planting details or face future proposal consequences.
NGT Orders Secret Probe into Rajasthan Tree Felling Scandal
The National Green Tribunal has formed a confidential team to investigate allegations of large-scale illegal tree felling and forest resource misappropriation in Rajasthan, with losses exceeding Rs 131 lakh.
AMC Notice for Illegal Tree Cutting in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation serves notice to Surya Apartments chairman for allegedly cutting a peepal tree without permission during redevelopment work.
Dynamite Tree: Seeds Explode at 150 MPH in Forests
Discover how the sandbox tree, known as the dynamite tree, violently disperses seeds at 150 mph through explosive fruit bursts in Central and South American forests.
Chennai: ₹1 Lakh Fine for Cutting Trees Without Permission
Greater Chennai Corporation announces strict new rules & heavy fines for unauthorized tree cutting. Apply online via GCC portal or Namma Chennai app. Protect the city's green cover.
Thane Court Acquits Society in Illegal Tree-Felling Case
A Thane magistrate court acquitted a housing society & its secretary in a 2020 illegal tree-felling case, citing insufficient evidence & procedural lapses by the prosecution. Details inside.
Bhubaneswar: Sword cake-cutting lands four in jail
Four men arrested in Bhubaneswar for creating panic by cutting a birthday cake with a sword. Police seized the weapon and booked them under BNS and Arms Act. Read more.
NGT Seeks National Policy on Mass Tree Felling
NGT central bench refers Ayodhya Bypass tree-cutting case to Delhi, seeks nationwide policy for large-scale felling in development projects. Read the full story.
NGT Orders Inquiry Into Illegal Tree Cutting in Kangra
National Green Tribunal directs Himachal forest dept to investigate alleged illegal felling of acacia trees in Nurpur. Report due in two months. Details inside.
Delhi Man Killed by Falling Tree Branch During Pruning
A tragic incident in Delhi's Mayur Vihar Phase 3 claims a man's life as a tree branch falls during pruning. Authorities investigate the negligence behind the fatal accident.
Tea-seller dies after tree branch falls in Delhi's Naraina Vihar
A 45-year-old tea-seller died after a peepal tree branch fell on him during PWD pruning in west Delhi. Police have registered a negligence case. Read the full details.
Goa Industry Protests Internet Disruptions from Cable Cutting
Nine major Goa industrial associations protest frequent internet cuts from power cable work, warning it cripples business and derails Digital India. Read their demands.
Ex-Justice Rebello's 10 Demands to Goa CM on Land, Casinos
Former Chief Justice Ferdino Rebello led a delegation to Goa CM Pramod Sawant with a 10-point charter demanding action on hill-cutting, TCP Act changes, and offshore casinos. Read the key demands.
Delhi exempts Kirari-Rithala drain project from tree rule
Delhi LG grants exemption under Tree Act for 3.2-hectare drain project. 84 trees may be affected. Exemption is not permission to cut, says notification.
Goa CM Pledges Action After Public Protests on Land Issues
Hundreds protested in Panaji against hill cutting and land conversion. CM Pramod Sawant promises to heed public demands. Justice Rebello calls for a people's movement.
Moringa Leaves: Nutritional Benefits of the Miracle Tree
Discover the amazing health benefits of Moringa leaves, a nutrient-dense superfood from India. Learn how this 'miracle tree' supports wellness naturally. Read more!
6,868 Trees to be Affected for Bengaluru Metro Phase 3
BMRCL's Phase 3 expansion impacts 6,868 trees; 65% face felling. A heritage banyan is among them. The corporation pledges compensatory planting. Details inside.
Goans Unite in Panaji Against Hill-Cutting, Demand Policy Change
Hundreds of Goans gathered in Panaji for a non-partisan people's movement led by ex-judge Ferdino Rebello. Demands include halting hill-cutting, amending land laws, and a sustainable tourism policy. Join the call for systemic reform.
Kunal Kapur's easy hacks for cutting tricky fruits & vegetables
Celebrity chef Kunal Kapur reveals simple methods to tackle coconut, jackfruit, broccoli, and cabbage with zero waste. Master these kitchen skills today!
NGT Acts to Protect Taj Mahal from Encroachment, Illegal Felling
The National Green Tribunal takes strict action against illegal construction, tree felling, and encroachments in the Taj Mahal's heritage buffer zone. Learn about the threats to India's iconic monument.
Nagpur: 3,300 More Trees Found Choked in City
Nagpur Municipal Corporation identifies 3,300 new trees choked by concrete. High-powered committee reviews progress, stresses long-term solutions for tree health. Read the full update.
DDA asks SC to allow felling of 473 trees for Delhi hospital road
Delhi Development Authority seeks Supreme Court approval to cut 473 trees for widening a road to a key paramilitary hospital, promising compensatory afforestation. The move comes after a past contempt case.
Kolkata's historic tamarind tree saved from felling
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
MTV Music Channels End Broadcast After 44 Years
MTV's iconic music-only channels, including MTV 80s and 90s, cease broadcasting. Anand Mahindra and fans mourn the 'end of an era' for the channel that shaped pop culture.
Hyderabad's 30-year-old rain trees pruned, activists alarmed
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
Bengaluru imposes penalties for unauthorized road digging
Greater Bengaluru Authority warns of criminal action against departments cutting roads without MARKS software approval. GBA chief mandates digital mapping to end public inconvenience. Read more.
Bengaluru GBA Chief Warns of Penal Action for Illegal Road Cutting
GBA Chairman M Lakshminarayana warns of strict action against unauthorised road cutting in Bengaluru. Penalties include fines and criminal charges to protect city infrastructure. Read more.
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