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.
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Dalit Migrant Lynched in Kerala, Mistaken for Bangladeshi
A Dalit migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Kerala's Palakkad after being mistaken for a Bangladeshi national. Five arrests made. Read the full report.
Bonded labourer to Sarpanch: Tribal woman's journey
Lingamma, once an illiterate bonded labourer in Nallamala forests, is now a village sarpanch. Discover her incredible journey of resilience and democratic triumph. Read her full story.
Ludhiana labourer dies in fog-related motorcycle accident
A labourer in Ludhiana's Hathur died instantly after his bike hit a wall in dense fog. The sole earner for his family, the incident highlights the dangers of winter fog on Punjab's roads. Read more.
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
Keonjhar: Labourer dies in bee attack at engineering school
A 60-year-old labourer, Sankhali Maharana, succumbed to injuries after a bee attack at a private engineering school in Keonjhar's Dimbo village. Read the full report on the tragic incident and local demands.
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.
Vijayawada: Man stabbed to death over Rs 10 for liquor
A 48-year-old labourer was stabbed to death in Vijayawada's Kothapeta after a quarrel over Rs 10 for liquor. The 18-year-old accused has been arrested. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Labourer dies in Gurgaon hit-and-run on NH-8
A 48-year-old labourer from Rajasthan died after being hit by a speeding pickup truck while crossing NH-8 in Gurgaon. Police have registered a case. Read for details.
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.
UP Woman Brutally Killed in Punjab's Moga, Accused Held
A 22-year-old woman from Uttar Pradesh was brutally raped and murdered in Punjab's Moga district. Police have arrested the accused, a migrant labourer from Bihar. Read the shocking details.
Ex-bonded labourer Lingamma elected Sarpanch in Telangana
Purusula Pedda Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in 2016, is now the elected Sarpanch of Ramagiri village in Nagarkurnool, promising change for her community.
Woman Labourer Wins Sarpanch Election in Jangaon
Ellandula Thirupathamma, a daily wage labourer, wins sarpanch election in Jangaon as an independent, defeating major party candidates. Her entire panel of 12 independents also secures victory.
Gurgaon labourer dies by suicide after family arguments
A 43-year-old labourer in Gurgaon's Sector 10 died by suicide following repeated arguments with his family over his drinking. Police have ruled out foul play. Read the full report.
Two arrested for kidnapping labourer, demanding ransom in Gurgaon
Two men arrested in Gurgaon for kidnapping a labourer, robbing him, and demanding Rs 25,000 ransom from his brother. Police recovered cash and Aadhaar card. Read the full story.
Uttarakhand HC: State Failed to Implement Forest Fire Directives
Uttarakhand High Court expresses serious concern over the state's failure to implement court orders on forest fire prevention since 2021. Next hearing on Dec 10.
Gujarat HC Seeks CID Probe Into Teen Worker's Mysterious Death
Gujarat High Court hears plea for CID probe into the mysterious death of a 17-year-old migrant labourer in Unjha. Father alleges gangrape, police inaction. Next hearing on Monday.
7 Unnatural Deaths in Goa, 2 British Nationals Among Deceased
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
Sick Wild Elephant Rescued, Treated in Tenkasi Forest
A 35-year-old wild elephant, found sick in Sivagiri forest, was successfully rescued and treated by the Tenkasi forest department. The elephant is now stable under observation. Read about the intensive two-day rescue operation.
Elephant Carcasses Found in Tamil Nadu Forest Near AP Border
Two adult elephants and a calf discovered dead in a Vellore private forest. A special investigation team is working to determine the cause of death in this critical interstate corridor. Read the latest details.
Son beaten to death by neighbour in Kanpur's Chakeri
A 75-year-old woman's son was fatally assaulted by a neighbour in Kanpur's Tatiyan Jhanaka. He died at home after being denied medical help. Police are investigating.
Faridabad Blocks Forest Road to Protect Aravali Land
Faridabad forest officials dug up a 1.5km access route in PLPA-notified land near Celebration Garden to prevent degradation. This crackdown follows a banquet hall demolition in the eco-sensitive Surajkund belt.
Dhar District Begins Major Wildlife Census in Forest Areas
Dhar forest department starts a comprehensive wildlife census covering 100,000 hectares. 200 personnel to use camera traps for tigers & leopards, aiding future conservation plans. #WildlifeCensus #MadhyaPradesh
Missing Tiger Census Team Found Safe in Kerala Forest
Three Kerala forest personnel missing during the National Tiger Census in Bonacaud were safely located in Iruthode. The team lost communication after taking a wrong path. Read the full rescue details.
20+ Elephants Moved in Krishnagiri, Villagers Warned
Forest personnel in Krishnagiri chased over 20 elephants from Sanamavu to Denkanikottai reserve forest to prevent crop damage. Officials have warned villagers to stay safe. Read more.
KMM Demands Action on Farmer, Labourer Issues in Amritsar
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha leaders met Amritsar's Deputy Commissioner, demanding solutions for farmers' and labourers' key issues. Read their 7-point memorandum.
Labourer dies in Ranchi hotel repair accident
A 25-year-old worker died after falling during repair work at a Ranchi hotel. Police cite broken support rod. Family demands compensation. Details inside.
Assam CM: Eviction Drives to Continue to Free Govt & Forest Land
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma states eviction drives will persist to clear encroachments from forest and government land. Over 1.29 lakh bighas already reclaimed. Details inside.
Tiger attacks cows in Madikeri, forest officials launch rescue
A tiger attacked and killed cows in two Madikeri villages, Badaga Banangala and Hathur. Forest officials have inspected the sites and launched operations to rescue the big cat. Read more.
Karnataka officials boost wildlife crime coordination
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
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