The call is from the flutter of countless wings, the whisper of the wind through forests, and the chorus of creatures whose existence is intertwined with our own. Across the globe, wild spaces are fast disappearing under the pressure of urbanization. Are we going to be the same. Can Hyderabad afford to lose the precious green spaces still left out?
The King Cobra, despite its imposing appearance, faces alarming threats to its survival. Classified as near extinction due to habitat loss, human-wildlife conflicts, and climate changes, sightings of this species have become increasingly rare. The snake plays a crucial ecological role as both a predator and prey in its native environment.
Mindless Deforestation: Supreme Court Imposes Hefty Fine of Rs 1 lakh per tree. In a recent case involving the cutting of 454 trees within the protected Taj Trapezium Zone, the court imposed a stringent penalty of Rs 1 lakh per tree to deter such actions and ensure ecological accountability.
The tiger had been on the run for several weeks, evading capture despite the forest department’s efforts involving drones, sniffer dogs, and bait. Its movements near tea plantations and residential areas had caused fear among local residents. Reportedly weak and injured, the tiger had continued to pose a significant threat to public safety.
Previously, fines were issued manually through challan books by field-level officers, leading to arbitrary penalties and discrepancies. A portion of the collected fines often did not reach the GHMC treasury, and there was no mechanism to track how many challans were actually paid.
The NGT’s principal bench, comprising chairperson Justice Prakash Srivastava, judicial member Justice Sudhir Agarwal, and expert member A Senthil Vel, had earlier directed the UPPCB and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to take water samples and publish the results on their websites by January 31 and February 28.
Following Gachibowli, Jubilee Hills and Nehru Zoological Park are the next noisiest areas in Hyderabad. Jubilee Hills, known for its vibrant nightlife, has daytime noise levels averaging around 78.52 dB and nighttime levels reaching 79.83 dB. Nehru Zoological Park, another sensitive area, has noise levels ranging from 65 dB to 67 dB during the day and 70 dB at night.
With summer poised to make its entrance, the temperature begins to rise, signaling the end of this peaceful interlude. The fleeting beauty of these mornings serves as a gentle reminder to savor these cool moments while they last. As Hyderabad transitions to a warmer season, the vibrant festivals and bustling energy will soon fill the streets, bringing a different kind of charm.
The Congress government’s decision to prioritize the Dindi project, benefiting Nalgonda district, has sparked controversy. Ministers M. Uttam Kumar Reddy and Komat Reddy Venkat Reddy have been leading this mission. The people of the Palamuru region have raised concerns, opposing the transformation of PRLIS into the Palamuru-Dindi Lift Irrigation Scheme.
