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.
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India Adopts Photocatalytic Surfaces to Combat Smog
India explores photocatalytic concrete coatings, a tech proven in the Netherlands to cut NOx pollution. Can these smog-eating surfaces clear Delhi's air? Read more.
Ahmedabad: 9,000 Saplings to Greenery Metro Route
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.
Kolkata: Concrete Collapse Kills Senior Citizen in Park Circus
A senior citizen died and three family members were injured after concrete chunks fell in a Kolkata house. Police file case against owner for negligence. Read the full report.
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.
School Safety Failure: Boy Killed by Falling Slab in Balasore
An 11-year-old student died after a concrete slab collapsed at Badas primary school in Balasore. Locals protest, demanding safety and compensation. CM announces Rs 4 lakh ex gratia.
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.
ACB Probes Rs 67 Cr Irregularity in AMC Tree Campaign
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 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.
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV Teased for 2026 India Debut
Toyota teases its first mass-market EV for India, the Urban Cruiser EV, set for a 2026 launch. Get details on design, expected range, and its role in Toyota's electric strategy.
NCP's BMC Poll Promise: Tax Waiver, 10 Lakh Trees
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.
Kidman-Urban Divorce Deal Finalised: Who Gets What?
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's 19-year marriage ends with a straightforward divorce deal, finalised just months after filing. Get all the details on the split.
NHAI's Andhra Expressway Achieves Two Guinness World Records
India's NHAI enters Guinness World Records for longest and widest bituminous concrete layer on the Bengaluru-Vijayawada Expressway in Andhra Pradesh. A landmark for infrastructure development.
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban Divorce Finalised
Hollywood star Nicole Kidman and singer Keith Urban have officially ended their 19-year marriage. The court has approved their agreement, detailing custody of their two daughters. Read the full story.
Nicole Kidman, Keith Urban Reach Final Divorce Settlement
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have officially settled their divorce. The court filed the agreement on January 6, 2026, with details on custody and financial terms revealed. Read the full story.
HC allows mangrove cutting for Versova-Bhayandar road with strict conditions
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.
Himachal CM launches major urban development projects in Shimla
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated Phase 2 of 'Clean City, Prosperous City', launching digital services, Rs 1,200+ crore projects, and relief for small traders. Discover the state's urban transformation.
5 Trees to Avoid in Indian Home Gardens: Study
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.
Gold Found in Trees: Bacterial Alchemy Uncovered
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.
Nicole Kidman's New Year with Daughters Post-Divorce
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
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.
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.
World's 10 Oldest Living Trees & Their Locations
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 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.
72 Trees to be Felled for Bengaluru Road Project
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.
Calcutta HC orders tree planting instead of FIR
Calcutta High Court quashes FIR against man for cutting tree branches, directs him to plant four saplings to offset environmental damage and promote sustainability. Details inside.
Bengaluru's Call to Action: Protect Urban Wildlife Now
Bengaluru citizens are urged to protect urban wildlife like snakes, birds, and monkeys. Learn how simple actions can save 185 species in India's tech capital.
IIMB Y2K Batch's 25-Year Reunion Features Tree Walk
IIM Bangalore's Y2K batch explored their campus's rich natural legacy of 30,000 trees during a 25-year reunion. Discover the story of the fig wasp, white-cheeked barbet, and BV Doshi's green vision. Read more!
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