Chennai: ₹1 Lakh Fine for Cutting Trees Without Permission
Greater Chennai Corporation announces strict new rules & heavy fines for unauthorized tree cutting. Apply online via GCC portal or Namma Chennai app. Protect the city's green cover.
Greater Chennai Corporation announces strict new rules & heavy fines for unauthorized tree cutting. Apply online via GCC portal or Namma Chennai app. Protect the city's green cover.
WhatsApp is developing a new 'Profile Cover Photo' feature for iOS, allowing users to add a background image to their profile info screen. Discover how it works and when it might launch.
Tamil Nadu govt notifies 100 new reserved forests, adding 135 sq km of protected land. This science-driven move strengthens biodiversity, climate resilience & aids 33% forest cover goal. Read more.
India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $9.809 billion to $686.801 billion for the week ending January 2, as per RBI data. Read the full analysis of the components and what this means for the economy.
MP Pollution Control Board shuts 4 air quality stations in Indore for being placed in gardens to underplay pollution. Data rejected until lapses fixed. Details inside.
US-based Stonepeak is in advanced talks to acquire up to 15% in AM Green for a $1.4B equity valuation. Japan's Mitsui also explores a stake as India's green energy sector attracts massive global investment. Read more.
BJP's Nashik civic poll manifesto pledges new parks and online audits but avoids the Tapovan tree-cutting issue. Shiv Sena-NCP alliance vows to save trees. Key promises analyzed.
A four-year-old boy succumbed to injuries after a manhole cover slab fell on him at a drainage project site in Ahmedabad's Rakhial. Police cite negligence. Read for details and demands for action.
Elon Musk dismisses alien cover-up theories, stating he'd post any evidence immediately. With 9,000 SpaceX satellites, no alien craft detected. Read his full take.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan stresses balancing ecology & farmer income. Reviews 50% green cover target by 2047, promotes diverse horticulture. Details on his Pithapuram tour inside.
Bihar jewellers' ban on customers with covered faces triggers RJD's 'unconstitutional' protest. Federation cites security, opposition sees community targeting. Read the full story.
Sydney Sweeney's new gold-painted W Magazine cover, a homage to Goldfinger, reignites controversy from her 'genes' jeans ad. Explore the debate over image, control, and political symbolism.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan orders officials to expedite the Great Green Wall and 50% green cover projects to protect the 974-km coastline. A detailed plan is due by January end.
The Grammy Awards have reinstated the Best Album Cover category after over five decades. In the streaming age, artists and designers discuss the enduring power of album art in storytelling and culture. Read more.
Leeks and green onions look similar but are not interchangeable. Learn the key differences in flavour, texture, and cooking methods to make your everyday food taste better.
Punjab government overhauls VIP medical protocol to ensure equitable access to specialist doctors for all citizens. New guidelines aim to stop misuse and optimise healthcare resources.
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone's net worth is estimated at $20M-$22M in 2025. Discover how his MLB playing career, TV analyst role, and top-tier manager salary built his wealth.
A complete guide to car insurance coverage in India. Learn about mandatory third-party liability, own damage cover, key inclusions, and common exclusions to make an informed choice.
Planning for your parents' health cover? Know the crucial age limits, renewal rules, and why a separate senior citizen plan is essential for their security. Act now!
Delhi launches a massive beautification drive: planting non-thorny flowers, installing 2000 bins, repairing 30 roads, and adding vertical gardens. Key areas include South Ex, GK, and Old Delhi. Read more!
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.
At the 23rd Chitra Santhe art festival, CM Siddaramaiah announced a major push to increase Karnataka's forest cover to 30%. Read about the state's ambitious green commitment.
Uttarakhand recorded a 100% rainfall deficit in Dec 2025, the highest in a decade. Experts warn of a multi-year 'snow drought' trend driven by climate change in the western Himalayas. Read more.
Discover how to use cardboard for lasagna composting to protect soil, suppress weeds, and recycle waste. A simple winter gardening technique explained.
Delhi's public transport gets a major green push with four new electric bus depots. The move aims to boost service frequency and support over 7000 e-buses by late 2026. Read more.
Gujarat government greenlights Riverine Landscape Management Plan to plant trees along 185 riverbanks, aiming to enhance biodiversity, climate resilience, and state's green cover.
Gujarat govt announces a massive tree plantation drive along 185 riverbanks to increase green cover, fight climate change, and reduce air pollution. Details inside.
Residents of Vasanthnagar in Bengaluru held a silent protest against the felling of 15 trees for a road project. They demand transparency and sustainable urban planning. Read more about their fight to save the city's green cover.
Punjab government promotes IPS officer Kaustubh Sharma to ADGP rank and 16 others in a major police reshuffle effective Jan 1. Read details on promotions and sealed cover cases.
As Pune heads to civic polls, citizens demand answers on why pollution, river degradation, and tree loss remain taboo for politicians. Experts warn of long-term health and ecological disasters.