Uttarakhand High Court clarifies Van Gujjar tribe can grow fodder for cattle on forest land but prohibits commercial activities. The hearing addresses Forest Rights Act implementation. Read the latest updates.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
Adivasi communities assert land rights amid exclusionary conservation policies. Explore the justice debate in India's forest governance. Read more for insights.
Uttarakhand recorded 1153 forest fire alerts in December 2025, the highest in three years. Officials blame dry weather and stubble burning. Read about the state's preparedness.
The Centre has revised guidelines under the Van Adhiniyam, 2023, enabling government and private bodies to undertake afforestation without compensatory costs. The move aligns with the Green Credit Programme but faces criticism from Congress leader Jairam
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, who shaped India's Forest Rights Act and authored the pivotal Western Ghats report, passed away in Pune. His legacy redefined conservation debates.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Tamil Nadu government plans a new Mangrove Conservation Centre in Pichavaram, aiming to boost eco-tourism and protect biodiversity. Read about the sustainable development plans.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
Odisha wildlife authorities are finalising plans to translocate tigers to Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The project includes a 120 km fence, villager sensitisation, and aims to create western Odisha's first tiger reserve.
Eight monkeys found dead under mysterious circumstances in Karnataka's forest. Viscera sent for lab tests to determine cause. Forest Department launches investigation.
Rajasthan Staff Selection Board announces 785 vacancies for Forest Guard, Forester & Surveyor posts. Check eligibility, salary up to Rs 65,000, and selection process details here.
Karnataka's forest minister Eshwar Khandre announced 70% completion of the state's deemed forest survey, a critical step for conservation and land-use clarity. Read the latest updates.
DFO Lucknow Sitanshu Pandey distributed blankets to staff and honored dedicated employees, following CM Yogi Adityanath's directives. A key step for employee welfare and forest conservation.
India recorded 166 tiger deaths in 2025, a sharp rise of 40 from 2024. Madhya Pradesh saw the highest fatalities. Experts cite territorial pressure as a key cause. Read the full analysis.
Eco-activist Balbir Singh Seechewal urges the Centre to declare 2026 as 'National River Conservation Year' to boost efforts for cleaning India's polluted rivers. Learn about his vision and the Kali Bein model.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
Gujarat's first survey of birds of prey on Jan 24-25 in 26 protected areas aims to establish a baseline for resident and migratory raptor conservation. A statewide survey is planned for next year.
A photo exhibition in Madurai showcased a thriving 60-acre man-made forest at MKU, documenting 145 insect species. Experts stress public participation is key for urban conservation. Discover how locals are rebuilding green cover.
The Supreme Court's Aravalli ruling signals a critical need for India's forest governance to shift from file-driven control to evidence-based district operations. Can DFOs manage ecology and economy?
Mangaluru's forest department reports a significant rise in olive ridley turtle hatching rates to 74% this season through proactive conservation efforts. Discover how advanced planning is saving these endangered species.
Tigress PN-224 released into Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve, a milestone in India's second interstate tiger translocation project. Continuous monitoring underway.
For over 20 years, India's Supreme Court and PMO have intervened to shield the ecologically fragile Aravalis from mining and construction. Discover the legal saga of conservation.
A deer that strayed into Gopda village in Chatra was safely returned to the wild thanks to a joint effort by villagers and forest officials on Thursday. Read about this heartwarming rescue operation.
Uttarakhand records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
Two women forest staff in Sariska Tiger Reserve, Saroj Kumari Khorwal and Ravina Meena, now study for competitive exams in renovated outposts. The administration has refurbished 59 posts with basic amenities. Read their inspiring journey.
The Uttarakhand wildlife board has approved a ropeway in Rajaji Tiger Reserve, overriding strong objections from the National Tiger Conservation Authority. The project aims to boost tourism but raises serious conservation alarms.
The Union government has approved cutting 5,000 trees in Chamoli to restore defunct fire-lines before the 2025 forest fire season. This critical move aims to prevent large-scale wildfires in Uttarakhand.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy promises urgent action to protect coffee estates from SARFAESI Act auctions. Planters fear losing properties as banks proceed with recoveries.