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Forest Department books GR Tech Park for axing trees

BBMP files FIR against GR Tech Park for unauthorized tree felling in Whitefield, sparking outrage and investigation.

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Long-pending demand of earmarking forest jobs only for forestry graduates comes to fore with students set to stage a protest on February 26

Forestry sciences graduates in Bengaluru demand degree requirement for forest officer posts, sparking protests and political involvement.

The Hindu

Tourists from Visakhapatnam fined ₹25,000 for violating rules at Bandipur

Two tourists from Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh were fined ₹25,000 by authorities at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve for violating forest laws that endangered their lives.

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Forest officials step up vigil in sanctuaries, wetlands in Andhra Pradesh to check spread of bird flu

The Wildlife Management Division of the Forest Department has stepped up vigil to check the spread of bird flu in Andhra Pradesh. The wildlife authorities have issued instructions to the Conservator of Forests, Deputy Range Officers, Divisional and District Forest Officers, Forest Range Officers (FROs) and the field staff to…

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Wildlife task force identifies illegal aquaculture ponds in 1,700-acre stretch of Kolleru Lake in Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh State Wildlife Management authorities have identified that illegal aquaculture activities are going on in a stretch of more than 1,700 acres falling under the purview of Kolleru Lake. Last week, the Wildlife Management Division of the Forest Department constituted a 52-member task force to identify and raid the…

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Mankulam residents to stage indefinite protest against Forest department

A joint action council meeting held at Mankulam on Saturday against the alleged anti-people actions by the Forest department in Mankulam village located on the forest fringes in Idukki decided to conduct an indefinite protest against the department.

The Hindu

World Pangolin Day: forest department releases poster on Indian Pangolin

An awareness programme for World Pangolin Day 2024 was organised by environmentalists and Andhra Pradesh Forest Department.

The Hindu

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Trespassing vloggers are the latest threat to eco-sensitive forests in Nilgiris

Forest Department faces new challenge from YouTubers trespassing into reserved forests, risking wildlife and ecosystems.

The Hindu

Concerns raised over vehicle scrapping policy

Forest Department in Mysuru struggles to combat forest fires due to government vehicle deregistration policy, seeking special purpose vehicle tag.

The Hindu

As mercury level soars authorities brace up to tackle forest fire in Bandipur and Nagarahole

Forest Department in Mysuru intensifies monitoring and vigil to prevent forest fires, using measures such as fire lines and thermal drones.

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Dos and don’ts of traversing forests: What it means to be a responsible tourist

Tourists' dangerous behavior towards elephants in Indian forests sparks conversation on wildlife conservation and safety measures.

The Hindu

Karnataka’s troubled trekking trails

Overcrowding and environmental concerns lead to a temporary ban on trekking in Karnataka's Kumara Parvatha and other paths.

The Hindu

Tadoba-Kawal conservation reserve approved by SBWL

Telangana State Board approves proposal for conservation reserve, increased compensation for wildlife attacks, and other wildlife-related discussions.

The Hindu

Activists express concern over 70% of fire-fighting vehicles being old

Concerns raised over the ability of the Forest Department to deploy fire extinguishing vehicles due to their age.

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Electricity for Uralagallu village: K.J. George asks officer to submit a proposal for mini-hydel power project

Residents of Uralagallu village, affected by a hydroelectric project, have been without power for 60 years. Minister George proposes a mini-hydel power project.

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People of Mysuru told to remove advertisements and banners nailed to trees by February 15

The practice is against the law and in violation of the Karnataka Forests Act 1963, and also in violation of the amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act.

The Hindu

Trees axed in Kachiguda RTC depot

Telangana State Road Transport Corporation officials allegedly axed and sold off trees without permission, violating the WALTA Act.

The Hindu

Land identified to construct houses for mahouts and cavadis of Kozhikamuthi elephant camp

The Forest Department finalizes place for construction of houses for mahouts and cavadis in Coimbatore district.

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Radio-collared elephant triggers panic at Mananthavady in Kerala’s Wayanad district

A radio-collared wild elephant that strayed into Mananthavady town in Wayanad, Kerala, on February 2 (Friday) morning triggered panic in the area.

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Forest Department prevents visitors from taking over 2 tonnes of single-use plastic materials to Anamalai Tiger Reserve in a year

Proactive steps taken by the Forest Department have prevented visitors from possibly dumping more than two tonnes of single-use plastic materials in places falling under the Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) and popular tourism destination Valparai in the past one year.

The Hindu

Operation to drive away wild elephants on the outskirts of Chikkamagaluru continues

Shivamogga-Chikkamagaluru district extends prohibitory orders as operation to drive away wild elephants continues.

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Bird population plummets at Ooty lake, conservationists blame government construction projects

The Ooty Lake's wetland bird population has drastically declined in 2024, raising concerns about its viability as a habitat.

The Hindu

Satellite remote sensing technology should be used efficiently to report and prevent forest fires: Khandre

Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre has said that satellite remote sensing technology should be used efficiently to provide timely information and prevent forest fires in the State.

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Synchronised census of wetland birds begins in Villupuram and Cuddalore districts

The synchronized wetland bird census in Villupuram, Kallakurichi, and Cuddalore districts involved 30 teams and aimed to gather data for conservation.

The Hindu

Man injured in wild elephant attack dies in Chinnakkanal

A 68-year-old farmer dies after being attacked by a wild tusker in Idukki, raising concerns about human safety.

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