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NGT seeks detailed report on tree cutting, compensatory plantation by PMC

Lumberjack using chainsaw while cutting tree in forest. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Published on Dec 11, 2025 06:52 am IST

Second tigress translocated to Sahyadri Tiger Reserve under Operation TARA

The first tigress, Chanda—translocated to the STR from Tadoba on November 13—completed a week of acclimatisation before being released into the wild. (HT)

Published on Dec 11, 2025 05:06 am IST

Maharashtra may release goats in forests to curb leopard attacks; minister says tagged animals already deployed in Pune

The idea-suggested by some retired forest officials-is intended to ensure that leopards do not venture into villages and sugarcane belts in search of livestock or domestic animals. (HT)

Published on Dec 11, 2025 04:30 am IST

50-year-old woman injured in leopard attack near Wagholi

Nagpur: A leopard spotted during a media tour at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Forest Development Corporation of Maharashtra (FDCM), in Nagpur district, Friday, Feb. 16, 2024. (PTI Photo) (PTI02_16_2024_000358A) (PTI)

Published on Dec 10, 2025 06:30 am IST

Maha experiencing harshest winter in past five years

Maha experiencing harshest winter in past five years

Published on Dec 10, 2025 05:46 am IST

After epic 500 km journey, 3-year-old tiger now untraceable

The tiger was subsequently photographed at Yedshi Ramling Wildlife Sanctuary in December 2023, before moving to Barshi tehsil in Solapur a year later—marking the first tiger sighting in the region in 50 years. (HT)

Published on Dec 08, 2025 04:18 am IST

Officials link leopard sightings in Pune to poor waste management

The increasing availability of food waste dumped in open spaces and the rising number of stray dogs have become major attractants, making these areas even more appealing to the animals, say officials. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Dec 07, 2025 03:20 am IST

Three leopards captured in past 24 hours in Shirur tehsil

The Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Facility (MLRF) in Junnar is currently housing 105 leopards captured and rescued from across the Junnar forest division. The number is more than double the facility’s actual capacity of 45 leopards. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Dec 05, 2025 05:54 am IST

Pune air quality dips to ‘poor’; three stations cross 300 AQI mark

According to data, Bhumkar Nagar AQI at 309, MHADA Colony, Lohegaon, AQI at 304 and Shivajinagar AQi at 311. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

Published on Dec 04, 2025 10:56 pm IST

After Aundh & Pune Airport, forest dept. flooded with leopard sighting calls

Earlier on November 21, the Pune forest department received information from the Pune airport authority regarding fresh leopard sightings. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

Published on Dec 02, 2025 03:28 am IST

Forest garden in Bavdhan closed after leopard sighting

Teams sent to the location confirmed the sighting, and no further movement has been recorded in the area since. (HT)

Published on Dec 02, 2025 03:22 am IST

Forest dept. preparing review petition to reclaim private forest lands in Maha

Forest officials and wildlife experts fear that the SC ruling may cause large-scale damage to this fragile ecosystem. (HT)

Published on Dec 01, 2025 03:40 am IST

Leopard scare affects election campaign in Junnar, Shirur tehsils

Although campaigning is permitted till 10 pm, most candidates have been winding up much earlier. (FILE PIC)

Published on Dec 01, 2025 03:34 am IST

At 9.8°C, Pune sees sharp dip in minimum temperature after a week

Sunday’s abrupt reversal signalled the return of winter-like conditions across the district. (HT)

Published on Dec 01, 2025 03:06 am IST

Fisheries dept busts illegal African catfish farming in Ujani wetland; 2.4 tonnes seized

Assistant commissioner of fisheries Archana Shinde led the operation along with the fishery development officer and field staff. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Nov 30, 2025 05:44 am IST

4-year-old boy injured in leopard attack in Khed

4-year-old boy injured in leopard attack in Khed

Published on Nov 27, 2025 07:22 am IST

Forest dept identifies key gaps in mitigation of leopard-human conflict

Wildlife scientists have long cautioned that the Junnar landscape may have exceeded its leopard carrying capacity. (HT)

Published on Nov 26, 2025 03:56 am IST

Joint inspection at Pune Airport as search for elusive leopard continues

On Monday, a joint field inspection was carried out, bringing together officials from the forest department, Indian Air Force (IAF), Pune Airport operations staff, and the RESQ Foundation. (HT)

Published on Nov 25, 2025 03:18 am IST

Boy, 15, injured in leopard attack in Khed tehsil

Earlier during Diwali, a leopard had been sighted here leading to similar trapping efforts but the animal could not be captured. (HT)

Published on Nov 24, 2025 03:38 am IST

79 spotted deer moved to Chandoli National Park as part of conservation efforts

They were released into a specially designated enclosure, where officials will closely monitor them to ensure they adapt successfully before gradually integrating into the wild. (HT PHOTO)

Published on Nov 22, 2025 10:32 pm IST

Tadoba’s tigress roars into Sahyadri: Landmark relocation complete at Chandoli park

Tigress Chanda from Tadoba was released into the Sahyadri Reserves on Thursday after completing a scientifically supervised acclimatisation period inside an enclosure at Chandoli National Park. (HT)

Published on Nov 21, 2025 07:36 am IST

Tadoba’s tigress ‘Tara’ roars into Sahyadri: Relocation complete

The tigress, initially named ‘Chanda’ and renamed to ‘Tara’, was shifted to Sahyadri from Tadoba–Andhari Tiger Reserve. (HT File Photo)

Updated on Nov 20, 2025 02:07 pm IST

DNA report confirms leopard shot dead by forest department killed two persons

Wildlife forensic analysis confirms three hair samples collected by Junnar Forest Division in connection with recent leopard death case belonged to the same adult big cat shot dead in Shirur. (HT FILE)

Published on Nov 20, 2025 07:14 am IST

Wildlife cannot be placed above human lives: Madhav Gadgil

Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil has justified the killing of leopards involved in attacking humans saying that people have the right to defend. (HT FILE)

Published on Nov 20, 2025 06:54 am IST

Night chill to ease in city, fresh rain expected

The temperature was below normal by 5.6 degree Celsius, even colder than Mahabaleshwar. (HT)

Published on Nov 20, 2025 03:48 am IST

How political heat is reshaping Maharashtra’s response to wildlife conflict

Increasing demands from elected representatives who are facing growing public anger have led authorities to take quick decisions to handle human-animal conflicts. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Updated on Nov 19, 2025 10:30 am IST

Pune shivers at 9.4°C as Shivajinagar logs first single-digit minimum of the season

According to the Air Quality Early Warning System of Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune’s overall air quality index (AQI) stood at 159 (moderate) (FILE)

Published on Nov 19, 2025 04:22 am IST

Pune shivers at 9.4°C, season’s first single-digit temperature recorded

Dense fog and low visibility on a cold winter morning on Tuesday. (HT photo)

Published on Nov 18, 2025 02:50 pm IST

Pune logs season’s 1st single-digit minimum temp as cold wave grips Maharashtra

Dense fog and low visibility on a cold winter morning on Tuesday. (PTI)

Published on Nov 18, 2025 02:14 pm IST

Centre approves birth control plan for leopards in Maharashtra

MoEFCC on Monday grants approval to Maharashtra government’s proposal for leopard birth control programme, making it the country’s first such initiative. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

Published on Nov 18, 2025 06:14 am IST

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