Devastating forest fires in Bageshwar district have destroyed vast woodlands, forcing wild animals towards human settlements and raising fears of conflict. Authorities struggle to contain the early-season blaze.
Maharashtra government issues landmark resolution granting Gram Sabhas exclusive authority to issue transit permits for minor forest produce, ending decade-long conflict.
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
Maharashtra forest officials seize Khair wood logs smuggled from Gujarat, leading to suspensions of Navsari RFO and forester over negligence and corruption allegations.
Jaipur faces escalating leopard crisis with multiple sightings in residential areas over 15 days. Forest department admits lack of control as experts flag boundary wall lapses. Read full coverage.
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches emergency crackdown on forest land encroachment after DH exposes potential Rs 30,000 crore loss. Read the full investigation.
Andhra Pradesh launches tiger census from December 1. Nallamala forest now home to 87 tigers as population shows remarkable recovery. Learn about the counting methods.
16-year-old Phulo Dhanwar died in West Singhbhum IED explosion while collecting firewood. Two women seriously injured in latest Saranda forest blast. Read full details.
Forest Minister Eshwar B Khandre takes serious note of illegal tree felling in Bidaragodu hills near Thirthahalli. 24 trees axed despite forest department markings. Read about the investigation and conservation efforts.
A one-year-old girl was mauled to death by a leopard in Amreli's Trambakpur village. This marks the third big cat attack in Gujarat this week. Forest department has deployed cages.
A young girl died and two women were injured after triggering an IED planted by Maoists in Jharkhand's Saranda forest. The victims were collecting firewood when the explosion occurred.
Panic erupted in Kishorimohanpur village after tiger pug marks were discovered. Forest department teams are patrolling the area. Read latest updates on the big cat sighting.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant awaits Supreme Court's CEC report on proposed tiger reserves before deciding course of action. Ministers express concerns over land allocation for unseen tigers.
A decade-long IISc study reveals how selective logging in Arunachal Pradesh's Eagle Nest Sanctuary threatens Eastern Himalayan bird populations through microclimate changes.
Forest department warns 10 villages as 40 elephants enter Sanamavu forest. Herd causing crop damage, 20 deaths in 2 years. Safety guidelines issued.
Forest department successfully captures and releases leopard that strayed from Anamalai Tiger Reserve. The 5-year-old male was attacking livestock in Pollachi range before being safely relocated.
After a dramatic 2-day rescue operation involving over 100 personnel, a 12-year-old elephant trapped in a Karnataka canal was safely returned to wildlife sanctuary. Read the incredible rescue story.
A Tamil Nadu farmer transformed his 35-acre farm into a thriving sanctuary for spotted deer, growing from just 2 animals to nearly 2,000. Discover this incredible conservation story.
Chhattisgarh government approves boundary changes in Tamor Pingla and Guru Ghasidas sanctuaries to facilitate security operations against Naxalites. Key decision aims to boost development in affected regions.
Assam government launches massive drive to reclaim 6000-bigha Lutumari Reserve Forest, evicting 8000 residents in largest-ever conservation effort.
Chhattisgarh's forest department dominates All India Forest Sports Meet 2024, securing back-to-back championships with record medal haul. Witness their historic triumph!
National Green Tribunal serves notices for illegal encroachment of 10.09 acres forest land in Jharsuguda. Next hearing scheduled for January 8, 2026. Read full details.
Delhi-NCR faces severe air pollution while SC orders wildlife sanctuary status for Saranda forests. New Seeds Bill proposes strict penalties. Essential UPSC insights for aspirants.
Supreme Court prohibits mining within 1 km of national parks & wildlife sanctuaries. Jharkhand directed to declare Saranda forest area as notified. Read more.
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare 126 compartments in Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary within 3 months, protecting 1,000 sq km of biodiversity.
Top Karnataka forest officials absent from human-animal conflict zones, sparking debate between wildlife activists and department. Learn how this affects conflict mitigation efforts.
Authorities discover illegal Khair wood depot in Garhshankar's Cholang area. Locals demand immediate action against forest mafia operations. Full investigation underway.
Assam government reclaims 193 sq km encroached forest land since 2021, grants land titles to 4,673 tribal families under Forest Rights Act. Historic milestone for indigenous communities.
A shocking incident in Surat as Assistant Conservator of Forests P Prajapati was discovered with bullet injuries inside his vehicle near Kamrej. The officer remains critical while authorities investigate the circumstances.
Karnataka forest authorities clarify that recent tiger attacks near Bandipur were defensive incidents, not indicating man-eating tendencies. Experts explain human-wildlife conflict dynamics.