‘Local Communities Must Support Sanctuary Protection Efforts’: Supreme Court Directs States In Chambal Mining Matter

The Supreme Court issued directions to Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh to curb illegal sand mining around the National Chambal Sanctuary, stressing protection of ecologically sensitive habitats and endangered wildlife while addressing socio-economic causes behind rampant mining activities in the Chambal region.

Karnataka High Court Says No to Immediate Ban on Tiger Safari, Seeks State Reply 

The Karnataka High Court refused immediate ban on tiger safaris but sought response on plea challenging activities in critical habitats Bench led by Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru directed State to file affidavit detailing zones safari locations and conservation compliance

Snake Venom Case| Big Relief For Elvish Yadav: Supreme Court Quashes FIR, Proceedings Against YouTuber

Today, On 19th March, The Supreme Court of India set aside the FIR and all subsequent proceedings against YouTuber Elvish Yadav in the 2023 snake venom case filed under the Wildlife Protection Act by the Uttar Pradesh Police.

Supreme Court Takes Suo Motu Cognisance Of Illegal Sand Mining In Chambal Sanctuary, Cites Threat To Ghadiyals

Today, On 13th March, The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary after noting alarming reports. It highlighted concerns that rampant mining is forcing ghadiyals to relocate, as documented in recent CSR findings today.

Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary: Supreme Court Orders Jharkhand to Notify 126 Compartments, Bans Mining Within 1 km

Today, On 13th November, The Supreme Court has directed Jharkhand to notify 126 compartments as the Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary and prohibited any mining activity within a one-kilometre radius of its boundary.

Kancha Gachibowli| “Environment Must Be Protected & Any Destroyed Forests Restored”: Supreme Court Warns Against Bulldozing Forests for Development

Today, On 13th August, In the Kancha Gachibowli case, the Supreme Court stressed that “environment must be protected & any destroyed forests restored,” warning against bulldozing forests in the name of development, while asking the state to submit a holistic, sustainable plan within six weeks.

“Madhuri Should Come Back to the Math”: Maharashtra to File Review Petition for Elephant’s Return, Says CM Devendra Fadnavis

CM Devendra Fadnavis said the Maharashtra government will file a review petition seeking the return of elephant Madhuri to Nandani Math, stating, “There is public sentiment that Madhuri should come back to the Math.”

Supreme Court Flags Illegal Yamuna Embankment Near Wildlife Sanctuary for Mining, CEC to Probe

The Supreme Court of India has instructed the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to investigate claims regarding an illegal embankment on the Yamuna River near Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, purportedly for mining. This step emphasizes the judicial commitment to environmental protection and the importance of expert evaluation in addressing potential habitat disruptions.

BREAKING | Kancha Gachibowli Tree Felling | “Will Go Out of Way to Protect Environment & Ecology”: Supreme Court Slams Telangana Govt

The Supreme Court Today (April 16) strongly criticized the Telangana government for cutting trees in Kancha Gachibowli near Hyderabad University, calling it an environmental crisis. It ordered a complete stop to tree felling and promised to go “out of the way” to protect nature.

Kancha Gachibowli Tree Felling Near Hyderabad University | Supreme Court To Hear Matter Today (April 16)

The Supreme Court will hear a case Today (April 16) regarding the alleged tree cutting in Hyderabad’s Kancha Gachibowli forest area. The issue has raised environmental concerns and public outcry over deforestation.