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Conduct audit to find out how many saplings planted last year have survived: Khandre

Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre sets deadline for sapling audit, warns against illegal activities, and emphasizes online systems for forest management.

The Hindu

Jalagamparai and Bheeman falls in Jawadhu Hills remain open for tourists

Forest Department allows tourists to visit Jalagamparai and Bheeman falls despite heavy rains in Tirupattur and Tiruvannamalai districts.

The Hindu

Forest department catches panther in Papanasam

Forest Department personnel caged a panther that was roaming the villages near Papanasam in the district on Saturday

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The burning hills of Uttarakhand

Five people were killed in May in forest fires that have been raging in Uttarakhand since November 2023. The forest department attributes the fires to out-migration, high-tension wires, and the abundance of pine trees, while the State government has said in the Supreme Court that the fires are completely man-made.

The Hindu

Health check-up camp conducted for forest staff

HEARt organisation conducts health camp for Forest Department personnel, emphasizing preventive measures and early screening for better health.

The Hindu

CPI wants T.N. Forest Department’s draft elephant corridor plan withdrawn

CPI urges Tamil Nadu government to withdraw elephant corridor plan due to lack of local input and potential negative impact.

The Hindu

Forest Department to plant 11,700 saplings to shore up Mysuru’s green cover this year

Forest Department plans to plant 11,700 saplings in Mysuru, with public involvement crucial for tree survival and city's green cover.

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Uttarakhand government takes action against 17 employees for negligence in controlling forest fires

Amid concern over the forest fires in Uttarakhand, the state's Forest Department has taken strict action against 17 employees for negligence in controlling the blaze. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Tiger tranquilised on private land, shifted to Bannerghatta

Forest Department tranquilises tiger in Mysuru after it strays onto private land, eventually relocating it to wildlife rescue center.

The Hindu

Forest Department invites suggestions on draft guidelines on exotic species declaration

Tamil Nadu Forest Department seeks feedback on guidelines for monitoring exotic species, allowing non-native birds with proper licensing.

The Hindu

Proposal moved for subsidised canteen facilities for forest personnel

Proposal for subsidised canteen facilities for Forest Department field staff gaining traction, awaiting approval from higher authorities.

The Hindu

Tahr census to be undertaken in Mukurthi National Park

UDHAGAMANDAMALAM A Tahr census at Mukurthi National Park by Forest Department staff in ten teams over three days.

The Hindu

Forest officials capture one more tusker in Hassan

The Forest Department officials captured one more tusker after sedating it with tranquilizer dart at Nidigere forest near Hettur in Sakleshpur taluk of Hassan on Sunday.

The Hindu

Gaur poaching in Nagarahole trigger concerns

Forest Department in Mysuru concerned over repeated poaching of gaurs in Nagarahole, intensifying efforts to solve the mystery.

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An elephant mourning its calf blocks traffic in Bandipur

Elephant mourns calf's death, blocks traffic in Bandipur; Forest Department removes carcass to clear highway.

The Hindu

30 years on, eco-restoration of stream a success

In two years, Forest department has initiated eco-restoration with support of UNDP and NABARD and systematically removed exotic species allowing natural grasses to flourish – in turn sustaining the rejuvenated stream.

The Hindu

To beat the heat, mini shower systems installed at Elephant Rescue Centre near Tiruchi

Forest Department in Tiruchi installs mini shower systems for captive elephants to beat the summer heat, improving their well-being.

The Hindu

Forest Department extends search operation to Perambalur district

The elusive leopard, which was believed to have moved to Ariyalur from Mayiladuthurai, is suspected to have strayed into Perambalur district on Saturday

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Eight endangered Java Sparrows rescued from pet shop in Udhagamandalam

Endangered Java Sparrows rescued from Udhagamandalam pet shop, prompting Forest Department to warn against illegal wildlife trade.

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Seven cages placed to trap the leopard on the prowl in Mayiladuthurai district

The well-grown leopard has now moved along the river or streams, especially Manajalaru, Magimalaiaru, and the Cauvery, according to the Forest Department sources

The Hindu

Experts from Anamalai Tiger Reserve join efforts to track the elusive carnivore near Mayiladuthurai

A team of experts from the Anamalai Tiger Reserve in Coimbatore district has joined the Forest Department teams in tracking the carnivore, suspected to be a leopard, which continues to be on the prowl near Mayiladuthurai.

The Hindu

T.N. Forest Dept to deploy thermal imaging drone to track elusive carnivore on the prowl in Mayiladuthurai

Thermal imaging drone deployed to track suspected leopard near Mayiladuthurai town, prompting vigilance and school closures.

The Hindu

BMTC bus encounters leopards near Turahalli Forest in Bengaluru

BMTC bus crew encounters leopards near Turahalli Forest in Bengaluru, cub rescued, mother leopard still at large.

The Hindu

Three pilgrims die while trekking on Vellingiri Hills near Coimbatore, toll rises to 5 this season

Five pilgrims have died while trekking Vellingiri Hills near Coimbatore, prompting Forest Department advisories for safer treks.

The Hindu

As forest fire blazes in Coonoor for 4th day, 150 Forest personnel deployed, IAF assistance requested

Forest Department personnel from multiple divisions are battling a forest fire in Coonoor, Nilgiris, with assistance from Fire and Rescue Services.

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