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 central bench refers Ayodhya Bypass tree-cutting case to Delhi, seeks nationwide policy for large-scale felling in development projects. Read the full story.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation launches a Rs 10 crore drive to plant 9,000 trees along the metro route, filling gaps missed in earlier massive plantation campaigns. Read more.
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.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces a new state education policy in line with NEP. Plans include Young India Integrated Residential Schools, pre-primary education boost, and upgraded ITIs. Details inside.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy mandates completion of Young India Integrated Residential Schools in every constituency within 3 years, prioritizes girls' education, and plans statewide meal scheme expansion.
Karnataka's new APMC market yard rules allow EV charging stations, tighten trader eligibility, and introduce a 5% quota for FPOs. Learn about the key changes and their impact.
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.
Kolkata's office market recorded its strongest performance in over a decade in 2025, with leasing up 69% YoY. Rents grew 16%, the highest among major Indian cities. Discover the drivers behind this boom.
Ahmedabad's ACB investigates a suspected Rs 67 crore irregularity in the civic body's tree plantation drive after costs doubled. Read the full details of the probe.
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.
Ahmedabad's housing market saw 3% YoY sales growth in H2 2025, with 9,382 units sold. Premium homes above Rs 1 crore now hold 25% market share. Read the full Knight Frank report analysis.
Harvard University dean Gregory Davis removed after student news outlet exposes posts condoning violence, looting, and criticizing police. His wife sets up GoFundMe. Details inside.
NCP's 2026 BMC election manifesto pledges property tax waiver for 700 sq ft homes, planting 10 lakh trees, and a 'Safe Mumbai' campaign for women. Read the full plan to transform the city.
Despite a 1% sales dip, housing prices surged up to 19% in India's top 8 cities in 2025. Knight Frank's Shishir Baijal notes sustained market momentum. Read the full analysis.
Knight Frank India reports a marginal 1% dip in housing sales across top 8 cities in 2023, while average prices surged up to 19%. Explore the market dynamics and future outlook.
Housing sales across eight major Indian cities fell 1% to 3.48 lakh units in 2025 despite a significant price rise. Knight Frank report highlights NRI contribution rising to 12-15%. Explore the city-wise data.
Bombay High Court permits BMC to cut 45,675 mangroves for coastal road, citing public interest. Orders annual audit for 10 years on compensatory planting of 1.37 lakh trees in Palghar. Read the full verdict details.
An OCI cardholder consultant working from India asks if foreign client fees are taxable. Expert explains residential status, FEMA rules, and disclosure requirements. Read more.
Urban forestry research identifies five common tree species that cause repeated issues in residential yards, from property damage to high maintenance. Learn which popular trees to avoid for a hassle-free garden.
Scientists stunned to find solid gold particles in Norway spruce needles. New research reveals bacteria are the hidden alchemists, transforming ions into metal. This discovery could revolutionize mineral prospecting and environmental cleanup.
Unsold housing stock in India's top 7 cities rose to 5.76 lakh units in 2025 as new launches outpaced sales. Explore city-wise trends and the outlook for the real estate market.
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.
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
India's wealthiest spent over Rs 7,100 crore on just 51 ultra-luxury homes in 2025, a record concentration of value. Discover the details of this unprecedented real estate surge.
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.
Discover the world's 10 oldest living trees, from Sweden's 9,550-year-old Old Tjikko to California's Methuselah. Explore their incredible stories and where to find these ancient natural wonders.
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.
Chennai emerges as India's most resilient housing market in 2025, with sales rising 15% while other major cities decline. Discover the factors behind its success and expert insights.
NCR's real estate market in 2025 is defined by Gurugram's luxury housing surge and Noida's booming office sector. Discover the key trends, price forecasts, and driving factors shaping the region's property landscape. Read the full analysis.