Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Forest dept plans to make grassland safaris model of ecotourism in Maha

India, July 11 -- Encouraged by the enthusiastic response from Nature lovers and tourists, the Pune forest department has proposed a detailed plan for further development of its year-round grassland s... Read More


Protecting fireflies' habitat at Kalsubai-Harishchandragad top priority: NGT

India, July 11 -- In response to an application filed earlier by a local resident, the western zone bench (Pune) of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) on July 9 directed that fireflies and their fragil... Read More


Jayakwadi Dam 66.39% full despite 39% rainfall deficit in Marathwada

India, July 10 -- Even as the Marathwada meteorological subdivision continues to grapple with a 39% rainfall deficit this season, the Jayakwadi dam-considered the lifeline of the drought-prone region-... Read More


Ujani Dam records 85% live water storage

India, July 8 -- Ujani Dam, a critical water source for Solapur district, has recorded 86% of live water storage capacity as of July 7 - an unprecedented figure for this time of the year. According to... Read More


IMD issues red alert for ghat areas in Pune for July 6, 7

India, July 6 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday issued a red alert for the ghat sections of Pune district for July 6 and 7, with a warning of extremely heavy rainfall in these r... Read More


Wildlife trade busted: 11 held with 400 kg of peacock feathers

India, July 5 -- In a major crackdown on illegal wildlife trade, the Pune forest department on Friday arrested 11 individuals and seized more than 400 kg of peacock feathers from the bustling Bohri Al... Read More


Tourist entry curbed at Andharban, Kundalika over safety concerns

India, July 4 -- The Thane forest department has imposed restrictions at two popular monsoon treks in Pune - Andharban forest trail and Kundalika Valley - citing overcrowding and safety risks. On Jun... Read More


NGT directs PMC to respond over inaction on garbage burning, air quality monitoring

India, July 4 -- The National Green Tribunal's (NGT's) western zonal bench in the city has pulled up the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for failing to comply with an earlier directive aimed at curbi... Read More


Pune police begin installation of advanced surveillance system at ARAI-Vetal Hills

India, July 4 -- In a bid to enhance public safety and environmental protection, the Pune police have initiated the installation of an advanced surveillance system at ARAI-Vetal Hills. The initiative ... Read More


Forest dept, reeling under crisis, urges PMC to provide funds

India, July 3 -- The Pune forest department is reeling under a financial crisis which is severely hampering its routine operations, especially at a time when monsoon-related responsibilities like plan... Read More