Chief Minister M K Stalin inducted 50 transgender persons into Tamil Nadu Home Guards, fulfilling a budget promise. The state also celebrated its 3,00,000th job placement through mega fairs.
In Bengaluru, many ATMs now operate without security guards, relying solely on CCTV cameras. This shift has sparked worries about rising thefts and public safety in the city.
Three security guards died of suspected toxic gas poisoning in a locked cabin at a mint factory in Bareilly. Families protest, FIR filed against management.
Chief Minister M K Stalin inaugurated eight Aavin dairy projects worth ₹80.62 crore, inducted 50 transpersons into the Tamil Nadu Home Guards, and marked the 3,00,000th job placement through state employment fairs.
Three security guards suffocated to death in a Bareilly factory cabin after burning coal for warmth. Family members blocked traffic, demanding action against the factory owner.
Seventy forest guards patrol Benisagar forest edges to prevent a rogue elephant that killed 20 people from re-entering Jharkhand from Odisha, using drones and daily patrols.
Bokaro police have directed jewellery store owners to enhance security measures following a failed robbery attempt by armed men, including CCTV installation and armed guards.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards detain a foreign national on espionage charges for Israel. This occurs as nationwide protests over inflation and political demands continue to grip the country. Read the full report.
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.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Frustrated by constant extortion threats, shopkeepers in Chohla Sahib, Amritsar, have hired private security guards for safety. Read about their stand against crime.
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.
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.
Delhi PWD deploys armed guards at Signature Bridge to curb rising theft and vandalism. Read about the new security measures and the bridge's troubled history.
Army and police train 150 Village Defence Guards in Doda, J&K, in weapons handling and jungle warfare as part of a winter anti-terror strategy. Learn about the shift from VDCs to VDGs.
Delhi PWD to deploy armed security at Signature Bridge after increased theft & damage. Plan includes armed night guards. Read details on the new security measures.
Dakshina Kannada SP flags off 'Akka Pade' vehicles. Teams of women home guards to provide immediate protection to women and children in distress across 31 districts.
The Indian Army trains Village Defence Guards in J&K's Chenab valley in automatic rifles and self-defence. This initiative aims to bolster village-level security against terror threats. Read more.
Indian Army launches intensive training for Village Defence Guards in Jammu and Kashmir's Chenab valley. Volunteers, including women, learn weapon handling and self-defence to protect villages. Read more.
DG Home Guards, Shashank Anand, was given a warm send-off at Madhuban Police Academy after his transfer. Senior officers honored his service to Haryana Police.
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?
A herd of 100+ wild elephants was successfully driven back to Karnataka from Tamil Nadu's Hosur forest by 30 officials after causing crop damage. Read the full story of the multi-day operation.
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.
Shocking data reveals over 23,000 personnel left India's paramilitary forces in just over a decade, with BSF recording the highest resignations. Read the full analysis of this worrying trend.
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.