The Latest Breaking News from Forest Department

In a move to phase out plastic bags used in its nurseries, Forest Department has launched a pilot project to replace them with small pots made of coir pith, a biodegradable alternative.

Union Coal Ministry seeks expedited forest, environment clearance

Vairamoni in Idukki reservoir provides a calm ambience for river terns to flock in and lay eggs

Move follows recommendations of Madras High Court judges

But, Karnataka Forest Department is dismissive of other objections pertaining to conservation imperatives

Officials of the Forest Department have undertaken the initiative

Recently, despite objections from the Forest Department, the Chikkamagaluru administration constructed a helipad as many dignitaries were scheduled to attend a religious event at Hariharapura in Koppa taluk

Rifle, bullets, cartridges and butchering knives were found in suspect’s house

For a metropolis that is still struggling to achieve segregation at source, the massive fire at the sprawling Perungudi dumpyard has exposed the hazards of retaining legacy waste. For the past few days, the fire and the resultant pollution have made life miserable for thousands of families living in the…

Failure to provide basic amenities to rehabilitated group of tribespeople

Conservationists fear it may legalise large-scale encroachments