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11-yr-old killed, 4 injured as peepal tree falls on school van in Mumbai

Civic officials said five students had already alighted at the earlier stop from the yellow van.
Updated on Jul 01, 2026 02:19 pm IST

First full-fledged tree census to begin in Delhi; 2.9 cr allocated by Centre

Delhi government officials said the census will only cover non-forest areas. (Representational image)
Updated on Apr 06, 2026 10:08 am IST

Trees exploding in extreme cold? Expert explains as US braces for end-Jan chill

There is a polar vortex prediction in the US that could end up impacting places like Minnesota, the Dakotas and New England. Image for representational purposes.
Published on Jan 22, 2026 08:10 am IST

When will the Rockefeller Christmas tree actually be lit? What to know

Rockefeller Center Christmas tree ahead of the 93rd annual lighting ceremony, Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, in New York.
Updated on Dec 04, 2025 07:37 am IST

Three dead, six injured in Bengaluru as tree falls double this monsoon: Report

Poor urban management and lack of maintenance are said to be the reason for the collapse of Bengaluru's greenery.
Published on Oct 29, 2025 02:50 pm IST

Kiren Rijiju shares video of elderly woman crying over felled Peepal tree

Kiren Rijiju's post showing an old woman crying beside a cut Peepal tree she planted 20 years ago went viral.
Updated on Oct 12, 2025 02:49 pm IST

Two men who chopped down iconic UK tree to be sentenced

An aerial view shows the felled Sycamore Gap tree, along Hadrian's Wall, near Hexham, northern England on September 28, 2023.
Published on Jul 15, 2025 07:15 am IST

Plant. Post. Repeat: Delhi-NCR turns tree planting into a ritual

Young Delhiites are making tree planting a year-round movement.
Published on Jul 05, 2025 01:48 pm IST

Storm fallout: Delhiites, uprooted trees damaging your cars? Here’s what to do

NDMC has been catering to the complaints of uprooted trees in central parts of Delhi. (Right) A grab from the video showing wreckage caused by an uprooted tree in south Delhi's Sheikh Sarai.
Published on May 10, 2025 01:47 pm IST

Bonsai gardening 101: How to grow and care for your own miniature tree

Bonsai cultivation is an art and ancient practice requiring patience and attention to detail.
Updated on Feb 05, 2025 02:09 pm IST

SC turns 'ordinary litigant' in front of Delhi HC for pro-green initiative

The Supreme Court of India turns petitioner in front of the High Court of Delhi: Here's why!
Published on Jan 25, 2025 01:52 pm IST

On Mann ki Baat, PM Narendra Modi advocates for sparrow conservation

Speaking on Sunday on the nation's dwindling sparrow population, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that special measures are being taken to bring the bird back to life.
Published on Nov 24, 2024 02:36 pm IST

From blooms to berries: Why the serviceberry tree deserves a spot in your garden

Serviceberry tree is essential for pollinators and produces edible fruit, enhancing garden biodiversity.
Published on Nov 20, 2024 06:25 pm IST

Spice of life: Finding lost childhood by rekindling wonder

This Children’s Day, let’s encourage our young ones to step outside, explore the beauty of the natural world, and nurture a genuine curiosity about the world around them. (HT File)
Updated on Nov 13, 2024 08:48 am IST

1,000-year-old seed used to grow ancient tree, scientists say it may cure cancer

The ancient tree has shown a range of medicinal properties.
Updated on Sept 24, 2024 12:29 pm IST

Bodies of 2 girls found hanging from tree in Farrukhabad; probe on: Police

For representation only. (Sourced)
Updated on Aug 28, 2024 07:36 am IST

Road crash in Haryana leaves three dead

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Updated on Jul 15, 2024 06:22 am IST

5 killed in road accident in Madhya Pradesh

(Representative Photo)
Updated on Jul 10, 2024 06:48 pm IST

Tree falls in Dadar, none injured

Tree falls in Dadar, none injured
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 07:32 am IST

17-year-old crashes car into tree in Santacruz

Mumbai, India. June 18, 2024: 17-year-old boy arrested by Mumbai police after allegedly crashing his high-speed car into a tree in the Santcruz area of Mumbai. June 18, 2024. (Photo by Raju Shinde/HT Photo)
Updated on Jun 19, 2024 07:56 am IST

Ludhiana: 2 die as bike rams into tree near Machhiwara

The two friends were going towards Machhiwara from Samrala on a bike when the accident happened near Nirankari Bhawan. (HT File)
Published on Jun 05, 2024 10:43 pm IST

Essay: Respect my boundaries, dear peepal

“It all began when my gardener refused to pull out a peepal (ficus religiosa, or sacred fig) sapling growing out of a crevice in my boundary wall.” (Prerna Jain)
Published on May 31, 2024 05:33 pm IST

28-year-old NRI killed as sedan ploughs into tree in Mohali

The mangled remains of victim Gurjant Singh’s car that crashed into a tree near Laxmi Narayan temple in Phase 11 around 1.30 am on Thursday. (HT photo)
Updated on May 24, 2024 09:30 am IST

Ghana man creates Guinness World Record for hugging over 1,100 trees in an hour

Abubaker Tahiru set this remarkable world record at Tuskegee National Forest, one of the four national forests in Alabama, US.
Published on May 08, 2024 05:41 pm IST

28-year-old biker dies after losing control, hits tree

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Updated on Apr 19, 2024 07:00 am IST

Four killed as car crashes into tree in Muktsar

Four persons, including three of a family, were killed when a car in which they were travelling crashed into a tree in Muktsar district on Friday morning. (HT Photo)
Updated on Apr 13, 2024 06:44 am IST

18-year-old found hanging from tree in Panchkula; murder suspected

The body was discovered by the victim’s brother, who told police that he had rushed to the scene after receiving a rescue call from his sister, who cried “save me, these boys will kill me” over the phone. (Getty image)
Updated on Apr 11, 2024 08:56 am IST

Karnataka: Body of missing cong worker found after 3 days, says cops

Congress worker Padmanabha Samant’s body was found days after he went missing. (File Photo)
Updated on Apr 02, 2024 07:32 am IST

Hisar shocker: Body of 19-yr-old youth found hanging from tree, nine booked

The victim was a student of Class 10. His family members alleged that he was murdered by the kin of a girl whom he had befriended. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 25, 2024 06:58 am IST

3 killed in Palwal after car swerves to save nilgai, hits tree

Punit, 20, Hunny, 20, and Vipin, 21, were killed in the accident that happened near Dadauta village in Palwal on Wednesday evening while they were returning from Faridabad, they added. (HT File)
Updated on Mar 15, 2024 08:22 am IST