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.
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.
Union govt sanctions Rs 1,078 crore for 41 road projects in Gujarat, covering widening, strengthening & structural work across 564.57 km. Read details.
Frustrated by escalating traffic jams, CPM & VCK held a hunger strike near Trichy Central Bus Stand. They demand urgent completion of delayed RoBs & ring road to curb accidents. Read more.
Discover the amazing health benefits of Moringa leaves, a nutrient-dense superfood from India. Learn how this 'miracle tree' supports wellness naturally. Read more!
Telangana launches a 5-day Road Suraksha Abhiyan 2026 to combat rising accidents. Justice Koshy reveals a 5.6% surge in 2025, with 24,826 cases. Learn about the campaign's focus on student awareness and curriculum integration.
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.
Two separate road accidents in Buldhana district claimed three lives and left ten seriously injured on Monday. A motorcycle-bus collision and a taxi ditch fall disrupted traffic. Read for details.
HSVP begins road safety project in Panchkula, repairing damaged kerbs and road turns in Sectors 1, 3, and 5. The work includes concrete repairs and a one-year maintenance guarantee. Read details.
A 45-year-old man died after being hit by a speeding vehicle on Nakodar Road in Jalandhar. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal road accident.
Senior judge Zaibunnisa inaugurates National Road Safety Month in Mangaluru, highlighting overspeeding and drunken driving as major causes. Public awareness and legal knowledge are crucial for saving lives.
Two young labourers on a motorcycle were killed in a hit-and-run accident on Hardoi-Unnao road near Raukarna intersection. The speeding car driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
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.
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.
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.
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
Rajasthan transport dept launches a 30-day road safety drive from Jan 1-30. Initiatives include reflective tapes on 3000 vehicles, clearing black spots, and school workshops. Read the full plan.
Kerala govt approves land acquisition for Kochi's crucial 4km east-west corridor. Project aims to ease city congestion after decades of delay. Read details on compensation & timeline.
Bengaluru's key Kamaraj Road stretch between MG Road and Cubbon Road is now fully open, ending a six-year closure for Metro work. This move is set to significantly improve traffic flow and connectivity between Commercial Street and Brigade Road. Read more
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.
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.
North Goa road safety council reviews rising accidents, highlights failure to use MV Act's Section 198A against officials for faulty infrastructure. Calls for urgent accountability.
Union Ministry sanctions Rs 664.67 crore for upgrading 174 km of roads in Chhattisgarh. The projects aim to boost connectivity in remote and Naxal-affected areas. Read more.
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.
Dhubri transport authorities launch a unique National Road Safety Month campaign, rewarding compliant bikers with roses while penalizing violators. Initiatives include rallies, street plays, and reflector tape distribution in fog.
Ludhiana records 400 road deaths in 2023, ranking 7th nationally for fatalities due to poor roads. Experts warn the crisis is under-reported. Read the full investigation.
Tragic bus accident in Almora: 7 dead, 12 injured after vehicle falls 160ft into gorge. Details on rescue, victims, and safety concerns. Read the full report.
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.
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!
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.
Greater Bengaluru Authority plans to cut 72 trees on defence land in Ejipura for a new road. The project affects a 5.34-acre SWD buffer zone. Read more about the environmental impact.