Jammu Forest Operation Intensifies After Cop Martyred
Security forces intensify search for 3 terrorists in Udhampur forest after SOG constable Amjad Ali Khan's martyrdom. IGP confirms escape routes sealed. Latest updates.
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Night Ops in Wayanad to Drive Tiger WWS-112 Back to Forest
Forest department uses thermal drones, crackers & kumki elephants to drive a 5-year-old male tiger, WWS-112, back into Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary. 80 personnel deployed, schools closed. Read the full story.
Jammu on High Alert After Udhampur Encounter
Security forces in Jammu & Kashmir are on high alert following an encounter in Udhampur. Heavy deployment and search operations are underway across the region. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Security Forces Hunt Terrorists in Udhampur Village
Security forces launch a major search operation in Udhampur's Basantgarh after terrorists are spotted. Villagers evacuated, area cordoned off. Latest updates on the Jammu and Kashmir security situation.
Cop Killed, Terrorist Neutralized in Udhampur Gunfight
A police officer was martyred and one terrorist killed in a fierce encounter in Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir. Security forces continue search operations. Read the full details.
SOG Jawan Killed in Udhampur Encounter
A Special Operations Group jawan was martyred in a fierce gunfight with terrorists in Udhampur's Basantgarh. Security forces have launched a massive search operation. Read the full details.
Bengaluru BDA Layout Owners Stuck in Forest Land Row
Over 1,500 families in Bengaluru's Banashankari 6th Stage face a construction freeze due to a sudden forest land claim. Read about their decades-long wait and financial distress.
Pune Groups Push for Vetal Hill Deemed Forest Status
Citizen groups in Pune urge the state to declare the entire Vetal hill complex as forest land, citing SC orders and ecological importance. A move crucial for Pune's climate buffer.
Rajasthan IFS Promotions Face Procedural Irregularity Allegations
Allegations of irregularities surface in Rajasthan Forest Service promotions to IFS. Officers with less than 8 years' service reportedly benefited, while eligible candidates were overlooked. Details inside.
Policeman Killed, 2 Terrorists Neutralized in J&K Encounter
A Jammu and Kashmir Police constable was martyred during a fierce encounter with terrorists in Udhampur district. Security forces eliminated two terrorists in the operation. Details inside.
Bijnor Farmers Chase Ailing Elephant From Fields
Farmers in Bijnor's Najibabad drove away a weak elephant damaging crops, fearing blame if it died. Forest officials deny claims of an abandoned calf. Read the full story on the escalating conflict.
Massive Anti-Encroachment Drive in Ramnagar Forest
Uttarakhand police and administration cleared 51 illegal dwellings in Ramnagar's reserve forest. The action, ordered by CM Dhami, saw detentions and heavy security. Read the full details.
Forest Fire Causes Landmine Explosions Along LoC in Poonch
A major forest fire near the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district triggered multiple landmine explosions. Officials confirm the fire is now under control. Read the full report.
Rajnath Singh on Operation Sindoor: Forces Chose Restraint
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reveals Indian forces demonstrated capability & discipline in Operation Sindoor, neutralizing threats without escalation. Read the full details.
8 Held in Coimbatore for Star Tortoise Smuggling
Mettupalayam forest officials arrested eight individuals for possessing a protected star tortoise intended for illegal sale. The accused were remanded to judicial custody under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Panchkula Police Nabs 28 in Major Anti-Crime Drive
Panchkula police's 'Operation Hotspot Domination' led to 28 arrests & major seizures across 101 hotspots. Read about the crackdown & humanitarian efforts.
Karnataka Forest Conservation Fails Without Locals
Experts warn that isolated forest conservation efforts in Karnataka are failing. Success requires active involvement of local communities. Read the full analysis.
JPSC Forest Range Officer PT Result 2025 Released
JPSC has declared the Preliminary Test result for Forest Range Officer recruitment 2025. Check and download the PDF with roll numbers from jpsc.gov.in for the next stage.
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.
Bengaluru's Bannerghatta Forest Endangered by Development
Reduced eco-sensitive zone around Bannerghatta National Park now faces new threats from proposed flyovers and a nearby airport. Experts warn of irreversible ecological damage. Read more.
Bengal Govt Approves Rebuild of Burnt Hollong Bungalow
West Bengal government greenlights reconstruction of the historic Hollong Forest Bungalow in Jaldapara, gutted by fire in June 2024. The Rs 3.85 crore project aims to restore the iconic tourist spot. Read more.
Wolf Attacks Injure Two Minor Girls in Bahraich
Two separate wolf attacks in Bahraich's Kaisarganj forest injured minor girls. Forest teams use drones for tracking. Villagers urged to stay alert.
3 held for poaching blackbuck in Sagar forest
Forest officials in Madhya Pradesh arrested three men for allegedly poaching a Schedule-I protected blackbuck. The operation recovered meat, hide, and a rifle. Read the full details.
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.
Two girls injured in separate wolf attacks in UP
Panic in Kaisarganj villages after wolves attack two 5-year-old girls. Forest Department launches search with drones. Read about the escalating human-wildlife conflict.
US Citizens Detained in New Orleans Immigration Operation
Federal immigration raids in New Orleans spark fear and protests. US citizens reportedly detained, prompting allegations of racial profiling. Read about the community impact.
Elephant Electrocuted in Erode's Anthiyur, Investigation On
A wild elephant died after electrocution from a private fence in Erode's Bargur hills. The tusker had been roaming residential areas for over a month, causing damage. Forest department registers case. Read the full report.
Sambar deer killed by train in Nagpur forest
A male sambar deer was tragically run over by a train in Nagpur's Seminary Hills forest range. Forest officials are investigating the incident near the Japanese Garden. Read more about the wildlife safety concerns.
Illegal Road Attempt in Mangar Aravalli Forest Foiled
Another midnight attempt to carve an illegal road through protected Aravalli plantation in Faridabad was stopped. Forest department posts permanent guard after residents' complaint.
Karnataka Minister Directs Foresters to Stay in Conflict Villages
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to stay in villages, set up temporary camps, and use tech to address human-wildlife conflict. New command centres launched.
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