Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, and senior ministers honored veteran Congress leader Bheemanna Khandre in Bhalki. They praised his role in Hyderabad liberation and educational contributions.
Freedom fighter and Congress stalwart Bheemanna Khandre died at age 100 in Bhalki, Bidar. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will attend the funeral. He served as transport minister and was a key figure in Karnataka's unification.
Bheemanna Khandre, inspired by socialist thinkers like Jayaprakash Narayan, left a lasting impact on Karnataka's education and cooperative sectors through his dedicated public service.
Former Karnataka minister and freedom fighter Bheemanna Khandre passed away at 102 due to age-related issues. The senior Congress leader was a key figure in the cooperative movement and Karnataka unification.
Bheemanna Khandre, a respected Congress leader and freedom fighter, has passed away at the age of 102. He was known for his contributions to Indian politics and the independence movement.
Bheemanna Khandre, a former Karnataka minister and senior Congress leader, passed away at 102 in Bengaluru. He served as a minister in the state government and was known for his contributions to public service.
Experts argue India's forest governance crisis stems from colonial-era institutional flaws, not just slow processes. Real solution lies in empowering local communities through Forest Rights Act implementation.
The Bengaluru forest division office wrote a letter in September 2025, highlighting the urgent need to file an appeal and secure land in Kadugodi, Karnataka, calling it a 'forest' that requires protection.
India's oldest forest museum in Coimbatore, established in 1902, plans digital upgrades & weekend openings to boost visitors. Read about the revival plan.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre announces a cashew fair in Mangaluru for February 2026. Discover the event's focus on Dakshina Kannada's leading cultivation and high sapling demand.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches a tech-driven Command Centre and helpline 1926 to address man-animal conflict. A state-level cashew fair is also announced for Mangaluru in February.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre announces a new elephant task force leveraging modern technology to address rising man-animal conflicts in the region. Read the full strategy.
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.
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre emerges as top contender for Akhila Bharatha Veerashaiva-Lingayat Mahasabha presidency. The crucial decision will shape the community's future amid internal debates. Read more.
Congress alleges recent amendments to the Forest Conservation Act enable forest management privatisation, threatening tribal rights and ecology. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka forest dept begins documenting villages inside 51 reserve forests for voluntary relocation, offering Rs 15 lakh per adult. Minister cites Bheemgad & Kudremukh success.
Karnataka's upcoming tiger estimation will expand to assess other carnivores and mega herbivores. Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals the three-phase plan to evaluate ecosystem carrying capacity. Read the full story.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre launches the 2024 tiger census. The exercise will cover all forest ranges, including Bandipur and Nagarahole, using camera traps and field surveys.
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.
Karnataka forest department inaugurates a state-level Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Bengaluru to monitor wildlife using AI, satellites, and rapid response teams. Call 1926 to report incidents.
Over 500 residents of a Bengaluru care home, including homeless children and seniors, welcomed 2026 with a free violin concert by Mithun Eshwar. The event brought joy and nostalgia through Kannada and Tamil classics. Read this heartwarming story.
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.
Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre reveals massive forest land value locked in litigation, stressing urgent protection to prevent human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders investigation into leopard's death in Kaggalipura, suspected link to quarry blasting. Carcass found in Soolivara village.
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?
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to tackle land grabbing and encroachments, highlighting threats to wildlife habitats in Tumakuru. Read the full story.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders inquiry into alleged cover-up after three blackbuck carcasses found near Basur Kaval sanctuary. Details inside.
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.