6,868 Trees to be Affected for Bengaluru Metro Phase 3
BMRCL's Phase 3 expansion impacts 6,868 trees; 65% face felling. A heritage banyan is among them. The corporation pledges compensatory planting. Details inside.
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60,000 Saplings for Delhi's Ridge After Waste Cleanup
Delhi forest department to clear waste from Bhati village forest land and plant 60,000 saplings using Miyawaki method. NGT monitors action on misuse of green area.
Tea Companies Urge Assam Govt to Address Land Act Concerns
Assam tea estate owners seek discussion on amended Land Ceiling Act's financial implications before granting land rights to workers. Key issues include bank mortgages and compensation.
Chandigarh Governor Kataria Reviews City Plantation Works
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria inspected multiple plantation sites in Chandigarh, expressing satisfaction with high sapling survival rates. He stressed on regular maintenance for healthy growth. Read more about the city's green initiatives.
Karnataka CM Aims 5 Crore Saplings Annually to Boost Green Cover
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah pledges to plant 3-5 crore saplings yearly to combat pollution and increase state's forest cover from 20% to 30%. Inspired by Padma Shri Thimmakka.
Nagpur: 3,300 More Trees Found Choked in City
Nagpur Municipal Corporation identifies 3,300 new trees choked by concrete. High-powered committee reviews progress, stresses long-term solutions for tree health. Read the full update.
Kolkata's historic tamarind tree saved from felling
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
Gujarat to plant trees along 185 rivers for green cover
Gujarat government greenlights Riverine Landscape Management Plan to plant trees along 185 riverbanks, aiming to enhance biodiversity, climate resilience, and state's green cover.
Hyderabad's 30-year-old rain trees pruned, activists alarmed
HMDA pruned three mature rain trees in Hyderabad, citing sunlight for plants. Environmentalists call it unscientific and damaging. Will the trees survive?
Gujarat's Green Cover Push: 185 Rivers Targeted
Gujarat govt announces a massive tree plantation drive along 185 riverbanks to increase green cover, fight climate change, and reduce air pollution. Details inside.
Why Tree of Heaven is a Threat to Urban Homes in India
Ailanthus altissima, or Tree of Heaven, is an invasive species spreading in Indian cities. Learn how to identify it and the serious structural, ecological, and health risks it poses to residential areas.
Goa govt issues stricter guidelines for tree cutting permissions
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
Delhi plants 2.6 lakh tulips to create winter wonderland
Delhi is planting over 2.6 lakh tulips in Lutyens' Delhi this winter, creating a vibrant floral trail. The initiative, using Dutch bulbs, aims to transform the city's grey winters into a colourful spectacle and boost floral tourism. Discover the new winte
Haryana approves Rs 1.5 crore for nursery afforestation
Haryana's Forest Department greenlights Rs 1.5 crore for nursery-centric afforestation, boosting green cover with 1.5 lakh saplings. Learn about the state's new green initiative.
Eco-Friendly Ways to Reuse Your Christmas Tree in India
Christmas is over, but what to do with the tree? Discover 5 sustainable alternatives to landfill, from mulching to creating wildlife habitats. Go green this season!
KMC Directs Agency to Speed Up Tree Planting at McPherson Square
Following a Calcutta High Court directive, Kolkata Municipal Corporation pushes for expedited planting of 50 large trees at McPherson Square to compensate for illegal felling. Read about the re-greening initiative and the controversy.
Green Tamil Nadu Mission: Madurai's Plantation Drive Expands
Madurai forest division plants 50 saplings at Kondaiyanpatti school as part of the Green Tamil Nadu Mission aiming for 2,000 plants statewide. Collector and DFO lead the initiative.
VMC's Green Drive: 550 Saplings Planted to Beautify Vijayawada
Vijayawada Municipal Corporation launches major greening initiative, planting 550 bougainvillea saplings and targeting 10,000 trees to reduce pollution and enhance city beauty. Read more.
Elephant Herd Destroys Arecanut, Coffee Plants in Kodagu
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.
Arson attack destroys 'Forest Man of India' Jadav Payeng's new plantation
Unidentified miscreants set fire to Molai Kathoni 2.0, a new forest cultivated by Jadav Payeng and his daughter in Assam's Majuli. The blaze caused extensive damage, destroying bird nests and habitat. Read more.
Bhubaneswar Citizens Alarmed by Tree Felling, BMC Responds
Bhubaneswar residents raise alarm over rapid tree cutting. BMC Mayor Sulochana Das pledges massive plantation drive of 10,000+ saplings and explores translocation. Read more.
Rare Tree Kangaroo Found Alive After 90 Years
The Wondiwoi tree kangaroo, feared extinct for nearly a century, has been photographed in Indonesia's West Papua. This rare marsupial's rediscovery highlights the secrets of remote rainforests. Read more about this incredible wildlife find.
Delhi's Tulip Drive Expands to Religious Sites with 5 Lakh Bulbs
NDMC's annual tulip drive will plant over 5 lakh bulbs at Delhi's religious sites and parks, featuring thematic displays like 'Viksit Bharat'. Discover how pre-treated bulbs beat the weather.
NGT orders probe into Mysuru Hyder Ali Road tree felling
The National Green Tribunal takes action after 40 trees were chopped on Mysuru's Hyder Ali Road. Authorities must submit a detailed report. Read the full story here.
Punjab HC Orders Immediate Stop to Tree Cutting Across State
Punjab & Haryana High Court halts all tree felling in Punjab, citing blatant violation of green policy. The order demands strict compliance and a report from the Chief Secretary.
Bengaluru's Unique 'Sari Christmas Tree' Made from Recycled Fabric
Primrose Mar Thoma Church in Bengaluru unveils a stunning 25-foot Christmas tree made entirely from discarded saris. Discover their 17-year journey of eco-friendly festive decorations.
REPL's Miyawaki Drive: 14,000 Saplings Planted Along NH-40
Roadway Solutions Ltd (REPL) launches a major Miyawaki plantation drive with 14,000 native saplings along NH-40, boosting green cover and promoting sustainable highway development in India.
Delhi to get 2.6 lakh tulip bulbs for beautification
New Delhi Municipal Council announces a massive tulip plantation drive with 2.6 lakh bulbs to enhance city beauty and fight pollution. Planting starts December 27. Read details.
Court Dec 23 Deadline for Lokayukta in Muda Scam Probe
A special court in Bengaluru criticises Lokayukta police for delays, orders final report by Dec 23 in Muda scam case involving CM Siddaramaiah and family. Read the latest developments.
REPL's Miyawaki Plantation of 14,000 Saplings on NH-40
Roadway Solutions Ltd (REPL) launches a major Miyawaki forest drive, planting 14,000 native saplings along NH-40 to boost biodiversity and sustainable highway development in West Bengal. Read more.
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