Jalandhar RTA Officer Found Dead, Heart Attack Suspected
Jalandhar RTA officer Ravinder Singh Gill was found dead at his home. Police are investigating but suspect a heart attack. Read for details on the case and his career.
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UP Shifts Bahraich DFO Amid Wildlife Attack Crisis
Uttar Pradesh government transfers Bahraich DFO after 12 children killed in wolf attacks. IFS officer Sundaresha takes charge to tackle human-wildlife conflict.
India's Forest Districts Need Urgent Governance Modernisation
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?
Trichy Butterfly Park Open on Holiday for Vaikunta Ekadasi
Trichy's Tropical Butterfly Conservatory near Srirangam will welcome visitors on a local holiday this Tuesday, aligning with Vaikunta Ekadasi celebrations. The decision aims to accommodate the influx of devotees.
Navy Officer Held for Assaulting Traffic Cop in Vizag
A Navy Lieutenant Commander was arrested in Visakhapatnam for assaulting a traffic sub-inspector after being questioned for drunk and rash driving. Read the full details of the incident.
Injured Leopard Rescued in Udanti-Sitanadi After Drone Fails
A senior forest officer used a rope net to subdue an injured leopard near a village in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve after drone assistance failed. The big cat, with wire snares in its neck, is now stable. Read about the daring operation and the crackdown
Deer rescued in Chatra, released back into forest
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 leads India in winter forest fire alerts
Uttarakhand records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
Sariska Forest Outposts Renovated, Empower Women Staff
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.
Surat RFO Sonal Solanki dies, husband arrested for murder
Surat Range Forest Officer Sonal Solanki, 33, succumbed to a gunshot wound. Police charge her husband and his friend with premeditated murder. Details on the GPS tracking and investigation inside.
5,000 Trees to be Felled in Chamoli for Fire-Line Restoration
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.
Uttarakhand HC stays transfer, cites violation of 2017 Act
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
HC Slams Tamil Nadu Over Poor Illegal Mining Prosecution
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
BARC Scientific Officer 2026 Recruitment: Apply Now
BARC announces Scientific Officer recruitment for 2026 via OCES/DGFS. Engineering & Science grads can apply online by Jan 21, 2026. Get Rs 74,000 stipend during training.
IAS Officer Appointed PIO After Subordinates Skip RTI Hearings
Tamil Nadu Information Commission appoints Nagercoil Municipal Commissioner as PIO after repeated failures by officials to attend hearings, sending a strong message on RTI compliance.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
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.
50+ Wild Elephants Roam Krishnagiri, Damage Farms
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.
SC Allows Karnataka to Reclaim 134 Acres of Forest Land
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.
Gurgaon Forest Fire Damages 1 Acre, Rs 2.4 Lakh Loss
A fire in a protected Aravali forest in Gurgaon's Taoru, caused by burning scrap, damaged 1 acre and caused Rs 2.4 lakh loss. Two villagers named in FIR. #ForestFire #Gurgaon
4 Arrested in Jajpur for Killing Monkeys, Hides Seized
Forest officials in Jajpur's Nagada forest arrested four tribal men for killing four rhesus macaque monkeys. Hides, meat, and weapons were seized. Read the full story.
SC Upholds Telangana Govt in Hyderabad Forest Land Case
Supreme Court sets aside HC order, declares 102-acre Gurramguda forest as govt land. State directed to finalize reserve forest notification within 8 weeks. Read the full story.
Rare Wild Dogs Spotted in Madhya Pradesh's Kheoni Sanctuary
In a landmark event, Dewas forest officials document first sighting of rare Dholes in Kheoni wildlife sanctuary, indicating a thriving ecosystem. Read more.
Mathura Accident Death Toll 18, DNA Tests for Identification
The death toll in the Mathura Yamuna Expressway pile-up has reached 18. With most victims burnt beyond recognition, DNA sampling is underway as anguished families wait for news.
Man Posing as CRPF Officer Arrested in Bokaro
Bokaro police arrested a man impersonating a CRPF assistant commandant during a routine traffic check. The accused tried to intimidate officers after being stopped for riding without a helmet. Read the full story.
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve: Disciplinary action for safari norm breach
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve DFO recommends action against forest officer for NTCA norm violations. Tourists disembarked, tiger trapped. Read about the inquiry and consequences.
13 Dead in Yamuna Expressway Pile-Up, Fire
Massive pile-up and explosion on Yamuna Expressway in Mathura claims 13 lives, leaves over 100 injured. PM Modi, CM Yogi announce compensation. Investigation underway.
Patna bans physical training at Gandhi Maidan
Patna bans organised physical training at Gandhi Maidan due to extensive damage. Activities shifted to Ganga Ghats. New traffic, security measures announced.
8 Held in Coimbatore for Star Tortoise Smuggling
Mettupalayam forest officials arrested eight individuals for possessing a protected star tortoise intended for illegal sale. The accused were remanded to judicial custody under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Karnataka Forest Conservation Fails Without Locals
Experts warn that isolated forest conservation efforts in Karnataka are failing. Success requires active involvement of local communities. Read the full analysis.
JPSC Forest Range Officer PT Result 2025 Released
JPSC has declared the Preliminary Test result for Forest Range Officer recruitment 2025. Check and download the PDF with roll numbers from jpsc.gov.in for the next stage.
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