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J&K's Rajouri records over 100 forest fire incidents, 850 hectares impacted

The forest department has been continuously working to contain the fires, which have been fuelled by the ongoing heatwave, dry weather and presence of highly inflammable Chir pine forests in the region.
india news
Published on Jun 14, 2026 11:48 am IST

350 devotees rescued after forest fire near Nagrota temple in Himachal

It took 5 hours to douse the fire. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 11, 2026 06:36 am IST

‘Bambi bucket’ ops, ₹67 lakh losses: IAF helps combat Himachal forest fire

The IAF’s Mi-17 filling Bambi bucket from Sukhna Lake in Chandigarh during efforts to douse fire in forest areas near Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh.
india news
Updated on May 28, 2026 07:49 am IST

Army, IAF contain Kasauli wildfire after 15-hour battle

The forest fire on the slopes of the Kasauli hills on Tuesday night. The Chandigarh tricity lights are visible in the backdrop. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Updated on May 28, 2026 05:20 am IST

Massive fire in Kasauli forest, IAF choppers deployed to douse flames

Massive fires broke out in the forests of Malog and Rajhana under the Mashobra Range.
india news
Updated on May 27, 2026 10:48 am IST

IAF choppers deployed as forest fires rage in Kasauli

IAF Mi-17 helicopters were pressed into service for aerial water-dropping operations.
chandigarh news
Published on May 27, 2026 07:54 am IST

Forest fire watcher among 2 killed in separate Uttarakhand fire incidents: Official

SDRF and forest officials trying to control further spread of forest fire in Uttarkashi district
others
Published on May 21, 2026 08:49 pm IST

IAF helicopters help contain forest fire in Arunachal’s East Siang, drop 1.62 lakh litres of water

IAF helicopters help contain forest fire in Arunachal’s East Siang, drop 1.62 lakh litres of water
india news
Updated on Mar 12, 2026 02:14 pm IST

2 forest fire incidents reported in Pune hills; authorities suspect man-made fire in Bopdev

2 forest fire incidents reported in Pune hills; authorities suspect man-made fire in Bopdev
pune news
Published on Mar 11, 2026 07:50 am IST

Efforts intensified to control forest fire in Uttarakhand's Chamoli, area surveyed by helicopter

Efforts intensified to control forest fire in Uttarakhand's Chamoli, area surveyed by helicopter
dehradun news
Published on Jan 14, 2026 11:49 pm IST

Dry Uttarakhand winter likely reason behind Valley of Flowers forest fire

The fire broke out in the forests of Painkhanda under Valley of Flowers range of the Nanda Devi National Park on January 9. (Representative photo)
india news
Published on Jan 14, 2026 05:43 pm IST

Fire breaks out near Dachigam National Park in Srinagar

The officials said that the forest fire was reported deep in the forest area of Brain-Nishat conservation reserve, part of the Dachigam wildlife corridor in Zabarwan mountains, which is a protected area owing to the presence of important flora and fauna, including critically endangered red deer, Hangul. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 12, 2026 07:24 am IST

Forest fire raging along LoC in J&K's Gurez valley brought under control

The fire spread to 20 to 30 hectares, including forested areas, according to officials, before it was brought under control by authorities.
india news
Published on Dec 10, 2025 09:28 am IST

Six landmines explode due to forest fire along LoC in J&K’s Poonch

The fire broke out in the Balakote forest along the zero line around 10 am, detonating about six landmines
india news
Updated on Dec 07, 2025 07:02 pm IST

Major wildfire in Greece forces several villages to evacuate

A major forest fire burns in the village of Karteri, near Corinth, west of Athens, Greece, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
world news
Published on Jul 23, 2025 01:58 am IST

New fire ravages Aravalli; ‘illegal dumping’ blamed

Fresh garbage burning in Aravalli Hills at Khori Village, district Nuh, in Gurugram. (HT PHOTO)
gurugram news
Published on Jun 26, 2025 05:48 am IST

Man charred to death fighting forest fire in J&K’s Rajouri

Despite efforts, he could not be saved and died on the spot. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 12, 2025 07:14 am IST

Forest fire erupts in Reasi, authorities bring it under control

A fire broke out in the forest area of Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday, triggering swift action from local authorities. (Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 08, 2025 10:41 pm IST

Poonch forest fire triggers landmine blasts near LoC

Indian army soldiers stand guard near the LoC in Poonch
india news
Published on May 23, 2025 09:33 am IST

Tourists behind Morni fire to face action under Forest Act

According to available information, majority of the fires recorded in Morni area are attributed to stubble burning. DFO Kaushik said 25 to 30 such incidents came to fore last year. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 29, 2025 09:48 am IST

Panchkula: 4 youths booked for setting fire at Morni protected forest

Authorities are yet to assess the total ecological damage caused by the blaze. (Sant Arora/HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 28, 2025 08:52 am IST

Action against wildlife crime, forest fire planned in U.P.

Dedicated teams will also be responsible for removing encroachments from forest lands. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 07, 2025 06:00 am IST

U.P. CM for steps to combat heatwave: Fire control rooms set up in all divisional forests

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath. (HT file)
lucknow news
Published on Mar 26, 2025 06:54 am IST

Citizens, conservationists raise concerns after series of forest fire incidents at Taljai, Sinhagad Fort area

As per official data, nearly one hectare forest area at Taljai hill has been charred by forest fire incidents that have taken place since January this year. (HT PHOTO)
pune news
Published on Feb 17, 2025 05:26 am IST

Mines explode in forest fire on LoC in Poonch, no casualty

Army initiated proactive measures to keep the fire away from its posts. (HT representational)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jan 28, 2025 07:10 am IST

Wildfire erupts in Arunachal Pradesh’s Tawang, no casualties reported

Some areas in Arunachal Pradesh are susceptible to forest fires. (File Photo)
india news
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 09:24 pm IST

Owner of ‘last house standing’ in Malibu after devastating wildfire speaks out

The owner of the 'last house standing' in Malibu speaks out on how his $9 million mansion survived the Los Angeles fire
us news
Published on Jan 11, 2025 05:58 pm IST

Forest dept registers offence against one for setting up forest fire in Undri 

The incident took place on Sunday around 5:30 pm when the residents of the Undri area saw three people including two teenagers and one adult setting up fire to the dry grass in the forest area. (HT PHOTO)
pune news
Updated on Jan 07, 2025 07:54 am IST

IFS officer shares video of bridge built after river alters forest access

IFS officer Parveen Kaswan shared a video of forest officials constructing a bridge in rugged terrain after a river shifted course.
trending
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 02:58 pm IST

‘Careless smoking’ sparks raging fire in Dindoshi hills

The patch that went up in flames on Saturday night was covered with ash on Sunday. (Satish Bate/ Hindustan Times)
mumbai news
Updated on Dec 30, 2024 08:15 am IST
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