9th Wolf Shot Dead in Bahraich's Bhirgu Purwa Village
Forest Department neutralises a 3-year-old male wolf in Bahraich's Bhirgu Purwa after failed capture attempt. Drone surveillance & combing ops continue for village safety. Read details.
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Solar Fences in Jamshedpur Stop Elephant Attacks
Chandil forest officials install solar-powered fences to prevent elephant raids in Seraikela-Kharsawan, protecting crops and saving lives. Read about the innovative pilot project's success.
Karnataka orders probe into leopard death near quarry
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders investigation into leopard's death in Kaggalipura, suspected link to quarry blasting. Carcass found in Soolivara village.
Giant Crocodile Captured in Odisha Village Pond, 7th Incident
An 11-foot saltwater crocodile caused panic in Gupti village near Bhitarkanika National Park. Forest officials safely captured and released it. This marks the 7th such incident in six months. Read more about the rising human-animal conflict.
Bahraich: 2 wolves killed, 12 children dead in attacks
Forest officials in Bahraich neutralised two wolves after a spate of fatal attacks on children. 12 killed, 12 injured in 3 months. Authorities intensify patrols and surveillance.
India's Forest Districts Need Urgent Governance Modernisation
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?
Pinaka 120-km Guided Rocket Successfully Tested by DRDO
India's DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR 120) with a 120 km range at ITR Chandipur, marking a major boost for artillery capabilities. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the development as a
India's DRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket
India's DRDO successfully conducts maiden flight test of Pinaka long-range guided rocket, marking a major boost for indigenous defense capabilities. Read the full details.
55th Tiger Found Dead in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar District
A male tiger carcass discovered in Sagar's Dhana range takes MP's 2024 tiger deaths to 55. Forest officials investigate as activists demand accountability. Read the full report.
SC Takes Suo Motu Note on Aravalli Destruction
The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance of the alarming destruction of the Aravalli range. This critical move aims to enforce environmental protection laws and hold authorities accountable. Read the full story.
Deer rescued in Chatra, released back into forest
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 leads India in winter forest fire alerts
Uttarakhand records highest winter forest fires in India, causing ecological damage and health issues. Officials seek community help. Read more on the crisis.
Forest staff rescue black leopard cub in Coimbatore
Forest field staff in Coimbatore rescued an abandoned black leopard cub near Maruthamalai. Officials aim to reunite the healthy cub with its mother in the nearby reserve forest. Read more.
Govt Bans New Mining in Aravalli Range for Protection
The Indian government has prohibited new mining leases across the Aravalli range & its hills. This decisive move aims to safeguard the fragile ecosystem. Read more about this crucial environmental policy.
Sariska Forest Outposts Renovated, Empower Women Staff
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.
Nepal Elephants Damage Fence, Enter Pilibhit Fields
A herd of wild elephants from Nepal breached a 40-meter fence near Pilibhit's Mahof range, destroying wheat crops. Farmers demand compensation and safety measures. Read more.
Over 70 Elephants Near Hosur Villages, Forest Dept on Alert
Krishnagiri forest department issues alert for 20+ villages as 70+ elephants camp near Hosur. Officials deployed to drive herds back. Farmers warned of crop damage risk.
SC Criticizes Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Tiger Hunt Intensified in Kozhikode After Fatal Attack
Forest officials in Kozhikode deploy additional trap cage to capture tiger responsible for killing a tribesman. Round-the-clock patrols and safety measures, including rear-facing masks, are underway. Read the latest updates.
5,000 Trees to be Felled in Chamoli for Fire-Line Restoration
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.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
Explained: The Aravalli Range Legal Row and Environmental Threat
The Supreme Court's intervention in the Aravalli Range definition sparks a major environmental and legal battle in North India. Understand the mining risks, ecological consequences, and the fight to protect this vital natural barrier.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Uttarakhand Forest Land Grabbing
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Illegal electric traps in Telangana forests kill wildlife, risk lives
Forest areas in Telangana face a crisis as poachers use live wires from power lines to electrocute animals, creating lethal hazards for villagers and forest staff. Authorities push for urgent action.
60 Forest Staff in Month-Long Battle with Elephants in Shivamogga
For nearly a month, 60 forest personnel in Shivamogga's Sagar division have been tracking three elephants destroying crops across four ranges. Experts warn of corridor disruption. Read more.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
50+ Wild Elephants Roam Krishnagiri, Damage Farms
A herd of 50+ wild elephants from Karnataka's Bannerghatta forest is causing crop damage in Krishnagiri villages. Forest officials are driving them back and have issued safety alerts. Read the full story.
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.
90% of Delhi's Aravalli Range Protected, Mining Banned
Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announces a major conservation win: 90% of Delhi's Aravalli range is now protected, with all mining activities strictly prohibited. Learn about the legal safeguards.
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