NGT Questions Legality of Cutting 8,700 Trees in Bhopal
The NGT's central zone bench has challenged the permission granted to NHAI for axing over 8,700 trees for a road project in Bhopal, seeking a national policy on large-scale tree felling.
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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.
NGT Committee Visits Nashik Sites for Tree Felling Inspection
A three-member NGT committee inspected Nashik sites where trees are marked for felling for Kumbh Mela 2027 infrastructure. Read about the panel's findings and the upcoming report.
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.
BJP Nashik manifesto: Green cover vow, silent on Tapovan
BJP's Nashik civic poll manifesto pledges new parks and online audits but avoids the Tapovan tree-cutting issue. Shiv Sena-NCP alliance vows to save trees. Key promises analyzed.
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.
Madras HC Stays GO on Invasive Species Removal in Kodaikanal
Madras High Court halts a GO after illegal felling of 1200+ trees, including native shola, in Kodaikanal's Berijam forest. Four officials suspended. Read the full story.
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.
Tree Felling for Kumbh Sparks Nashik Political Row
Plans to cut trees for Simhastha Kumbh Mela's sadhugram in Nashik's Tapovan ignite a political storm before Jan 15 NMC elections. BJP faces heat as allies, opposition unite with activists. Read more.
Namma Metro Phase 3: Activists Question Tree Felling Data
As Namma Metro Phase 3 begins, activists accuse BMRCL of unclear environmental data. The exact number of trees to be cut for the Orange Line remains disputed, raising transparency concerns.
Balasore tree felling halted amid pollution norm violation row
Balasore administration faces criticism for cutting trees on collectorate campus for a water tank, violating pollution norms. Work stopped after public outrage. Details inside.
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.
SC halts DDA tree cutting in Delhi Ridge, seeks report
Supreme Court refuses DDA's plea to cut 473 more trees in Delhi's Ridge area until it verifies compliance with earlier compensatory afforestation orders. Next hearing on Jan 19.
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.
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.
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 Residents Protest Tree Cutting in Vasanthnagar
Residents of Vasanthnagar in Bengaluru held a silent protest against the felling of 15 trees for a road project. They demand transparency and sustainable urban planning. Read more about their fight to save the city's green cover.
Why Tree of Heaven is a Threat to Urban Homes in India
Ailanthus altissima, or Tree of Heaven, is an invasive species spreading in Indian cities. Learn how to identify it and the serious structural, ecological, and health risks it poses to residential areas.
HC Stops Tree Cutting in Bhimtal's Jones Estate
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest dept to protect Bhimtal's Jones Estate, a key watershed. Next hearing on Feb 25. A win for environmental conservation.
Dehradun Pollution Rises Amid Highway Tree Felling
Dehradun's air quality deteriorates as AQI reaches 316. Citizens protest massive tree cutting for the new Asharodi-Jhajra bypass highway, fearing ecological disaster. Join the call for action.
Goa govt issues stricter guidelines for tree cutting permissions
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
6,300 Trees to be Felled in Rajaji Tiger Reserve for Roads
Two PWD road projects threaten to fell 6,300 trees in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's core zone, raising alarms over impact on tigers, elephants, and habitat fragmentation. Read more.
Eco-Friendly Ways to Reuse Your Christmas Tree in India
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Discover 5 sustainable alternatives to landfill, from mulching to creating wildlife habitats. Go green this season!
KMC Directs Agency to Speed Up Tree Planting at McPherson Square
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
Congress NSUI protests tree felling for Bhopal road project
Congress NSUI activists marched in Bhopal against the proposed cutting of 8000 trees for a road project. State chief Jitu Patwari warned of environmental damage. Join the conversation on conservation.
Bhubaneswar Citizens Alarmed by Tree Felling, BMC Responds
Bhubaneswar residents raise alarm over rapid tree cutting. BMC Mayor Sulochana Das pledges massive plantation drive of 10,000+ saplings and explores translocation. Read more.
Rare Tree Kangaroo Found Alive After 90 Years
The Wondiwoi tree kangaroo, feared extinct for nearly a century, has been photographed in Indonesia's West Papua. This rare marsupial's rediscovery highlights the secrets of remote rainforests. Read more about this incredible wildlife find.
Thackeray Opposes Tree Cutting for Nashik Kumbh Project
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray demands Tapovan be declared a reserved forest, opposes tree felling for Sadhugram ahead of Simhastha Kumbh. Read his full warning.
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