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Are melanistic leopards increasing in Karnataka, given frequent sightings? Sign of habitat loss, say experts

New Delhi, July 26 -- The frequent sightings of melanistic leopards, erroneously referred to as 'black panthers', in Karnataka have sparked curiosity and concern among wildlife enthusiasts and conserv... Read More


Karnataka to harness solar energy from 40 lakes with floating panels

New Delhi, July 15 -- In a promising convergence of science, environment and water resource management, Karnataka government is making strides towards generating solar energy from its waterbodies. Thr... Read More


Tanker economy revealed: Nexus between water mafia and politicians controls supply in Bengaluru

India, June 24 -- Tanker mafia given free rein to control supply, create water crisis A murky nexus between the water tanker mafia and politicians in Bengaluru is raising concerns about the city's wa... Read More


Verdict 2024: Lack of focus on regional issues cost BJP both the Telugu states

India, June 12 -- Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme boosted BRS in Telangana, while water woes and farmer unrest dominated in Andhra Pradesh As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections drew to a close, Bharatiy... Read More


Verdict 2024: BJP setback in Karnataka product of misplaced priorities in agriculture, water distribution & tribal land policies

India, June 10 -- Loss of 8 seats linked toseveralmissteps amid rising anti-incumbency sentiment Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has maintained a brave face in Karnataka in the Lok Sabha 2024 elections,... Read More


Intense heat has made farm, industry & construction workers in Karnataka fear & lose interest in work

India, June 3 -- Workers do not want to work as they fear for their well-being; other effects of heat on worker health also reported As a fierce heatwave tightens its grip over India, the deadly impa... Read More


Karnataka forest department performs rare 'operation', trims tusker's irregular dentition

India, May 22 -- Pachyderm had taken to raiding villages for food as it could not get its regular forage The Karnataka Forest Department successfully trimmed the tusks of a live elephant recently, ma... Read More


Centre finally greenlights Karnataka Climate Action Plan after 3-year wait; but implementation is key

India, May 20 -- Karnataka has been caught between two extreme conditions for the last decade of floods in the southern districts and droughts in the north and eastern districts As Karnataka faces es... Read More


Environment in elections: Drought not on poll agenda even as north Karnataka records 3rd-lowest rainfall in over 100 years

India, April 30 -- Region's people feel things can't remain same even as other parts of Karnatakahave no waterproblems Political parties in the northern part of Karnataka, a perpetually drought-prone... Read More