Indore BRTS Removal: HC Sets 15-Day Deadline for IMC
MP High Court directs Indore Municipal Corporation to complete removal of one side of BRTS corridor within 15 days. A lawyers' committee will monitor progress. Details inside.
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HC Orders Report on Roorkee Road Encroachment in 2 Weeks
Uttarakhand High Court directs Haridwar DM to submit a detailed action report on removing encroachments from a rural road in Nathukhedi, Roorkee, within two weeks. The next hearing is scheduled for July 15, 2024.
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.
Forest Land Grab Bid in Chikkamagaluru: Police Complaint
Assistant Conservator of Forests files police complaint against illegal attempt to occupy forest land in Mudigere sub-division. Read the full investigation details.
Private claim on 517 acres of Bengaluru forest land
A private individual's shocking claim over 517 acres of forest land in Bengaluru's Kengeri has triggered public outrage. The government must act swiftly to protect this vital green space from encroachment.
Bageshwar forest fires force wildlife into villages
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 GR empowers Gram Sabhas on forest rights
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 Dept Protects Elephants in Saranda
West Singhbhum forest officials launch village outreach and daily patrols to protect elephants from illegal activities in Saranda forest. Join the conservation effort!
Gujarat Forest Officials Suspended in Khair Wood Racket
Maharashtra forest officials seize Khair wood logs smuggled from Gujarat, leading to suspensions of Navsari RFO and forester over negligence and corruption allegations.
Karnataka Forest Minister Acts Against Rs 30k Cr Land Grab
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches emergency crackdown on forest land encroachment after DH exposes potential Rs 30,000 crore loss. Read the full investigation.
AP Tiger Census Starts Dec 1: 87 Tigers in Nallamala
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.
Tiger pug marks create panic in Kolkata village
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.
Nagpur Tree Protection PILs Merged by Bombay High Court
Nagpur Bench combines two environmental PILs addressing tree felling and concrete suffocation. Joint hearing in two weeks aims to strengthen urban green cover protection. Read the full story.
BDA to hire law firms to tackle 3,500+ legal cases
Bangalore Development Authority plans to empanel law firms to handle over 3,500 pending cases delaying key projects. New initiative aims to expedite legal processes.
J&K&L HC dismisses frivolous PIL as 'figment of imagination'
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court dismisses PIL alleging police-drug mafia links, calling it 'grossly misconceived' and noting petitioner's mental health concerns. Read the full details.
SC Won't Monitor All Hate Speech, Points to Existing Laws
India's Supreme Court refuses to legislate or monitor every hate speech incident, directing petitioners to approach high courts and local authorities first. Key hearing set for December 9.
Karnataka HC Directs Release of Teachers' Withheld Salaries
Karnataka High Court mandates education department to release 4 teachers' salaries withheld for 19 months by Dec 4, with Rs 25,000 litigation cost penalty.
HC Sets 2-Month Deadline for Food Safety Action
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs governments to address food safety violations. RTI data shows 80% samples unsafe in Punjab, 30% in Haryana. Read about the court's intervention.
Trump's AI Order Could Sue States Over AI Regulations
US President Donald Trump plans executive order giving federal government power to regulate AI, potentially leading to lawsuits against states with their own AI laws. Read full analysis.
IBBI's New Valuation Format Aims to Cut Litigation
IBBI introduces standardized valuation format for distressed assets to enhance transparency and reduce lawsuits. Public feedback accepted until December 10. Learn how this impacts creditors.
Elephant herd alert in Krishnagiri forest area
Forest department warns 10 villages as 40 elephants enter Sanamavu forest. Herd causing crop damage, 20 deaths in 2 years. Safety guidelines issued.
SC: Hindu Women Should Write Wills to Avoid Litigation
Supreme Court advises Hindu women to create wills for self-acquired property, citing Parliament's 1956 assumption about women's property ownership. Protect your assets today!
Leopard captured in Pollachi, released in Anamalai forests
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.
HC Seeks Clarity on PIL Against Illegal Rajpura Colony
Punjab & Haryana High Court questions PIL alleging illegal colony development in Rajpura. RTI replies show no approval records. Next hearing scheduled.
Assam to evict 8000 people from Lutumari Reserve Forest
Assam government launches massive drive to reclaim 6000-bigha Lutumari Reserve Forest, evicting 8000 residents in largest-ever conservation effort.
Chhattisgarh Wins All India Forest Sports Meet 2024
Chhattisgarh's forest department dominates All India Forest Sports Meet 2024, securing back-to-back championships with record medal haul. Witness their historic triumph!
AI-Powered GST Litigation Management Platform Launched
TrackAse introduces AI-enabled GST litigation management platform to streamline tax dispute resolution. Transform how businesses handle GST compliance efficiently.
NGT Notices for Forest Land Encroachment in Odisha
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.
SC Directs Jharkhand to Create Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare 126 compartments in Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary within 3 months, protecting 1,000 sq km of biodiversity.
Karnataka Forest Officials Missing from Conflict Areas
Top Karnataka forest officials absent from human-animal conflict zones, sparking debate between wildlife activists and department. Learn how this affects conflict mitigation efforts.
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