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Aksheev Thakur
Aksheev Thakur is a senior correspondent with the Bengaluru bureau of indianexpress.com. He covers Environment, Wildlife, Health, Defence and Civic beats. He holds more than six years of reporting experience in Karnataka. Aksheev holds a Bachelor's degree in BA Journalism from Bangalore University and PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai. He started his career with Deccan Chronicle in 2017 and in 2020 joined The Hans India, as a reporter with the launch team of its Bengaluru edition. Years of experience: 6+ Qualification, Degrees: Bachelor's degree in journalism from Bangalore University and PG Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication from Xavier Institute of Communications. You can follow him on X (Twitter) @aksheevthakur.
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November 30, 2023 18:55 IST
After the forest department sought permission from the Union environment ministry to lodge a complaint against Rai for the violation, the ministry on October 16 directed the office of additional chief secretary (forest, ecology and environment) to file a complaint against the official in a court.
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Activists urge action against environment ministry’s Bengaluru regional office for failing to act against Forest Act violationsSubscriber Only
November 29, 2023 21:48 IST
In response to an RTI query filed by The Indian Express, the Bengaluru regional office stated that it had not filed a single complaint in any court for violation of the Forest Conservation Act, 1980.
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Lalbagh Botanical Garden to get open well aimed at preserving trees, water harvestingSubscriber Only
November 29, 2023 21:14 IST
Lalbagh Botanical Garden sprawls over 240 acres and boasts a collection of over 1,854 plant species.
Wed, Nov 29, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: This 1,200-year-old lake is an ideal example of neglectSubscriber Only
November 26, 2023 07:30 IST
Despite the lake’s restoration in 2002, untreated sewage continued to enter the lake. Two years down the line in 2004, the lake was filled with weeds.
Sat, Nov 25, 2023
NTCA recommends Karnataka government to take action against violations in Bandipur Tiger ReserveSubscriber Only
November 22, 2023 18:30 IST
The Assistant Inspector General of Forest submitted its report to the NTCA on November 17.
Wed, Nov 22, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Restored in 2014, the Herohalli Lake still reeks of lack of maintenanceSubscriber Only
November 19, 2023 07:30 IST
According to the water quality index report by the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) published in October, Herohalli lake falls in Class D which means that the water is not fit for drinking purposes.
Sat, Nov 18, 2023
Unsung Heroes: Death of farmer led to idea of utilising technology for better future, says Boomitra CEO Aadith MoorthySubscriber Only
November 18, 2023 19:50 IST
Boomitra uses artificial intelligence and remote sensing technology to measure, report, and verify carbon content, nutrients, and moisture levels in the soil.
Sat, Nov 18, 2023
Karnataka forest officials demand setting up of Wildlife Forensics Lab in BengaluruSubscriber Only
November 15, 2023 20:58 IST
“I think that if we have a lab here, it would be good to check the authenticity of these artefacts here itself,” said a senior forest official.
Wed, Nov 15, 2023
Union Environment Ministry seeks report from Karnataka on officer who allegedly mutated forest lands into revenueSubscriber Only
November 14, 2023 18:24 IST
N Ravindra Kumar, who was serving as the deputy conservator of forest (forest mobile squad) in Hassan in February 2022, had made the allegations.
Tue, Nov 14, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Andrahalli lake in ruins owing to entry of untreated sewageSubscriber Only
November 12, 2023 07:30 IST
Located in R R Nagar, the Andrahalli lake is spread over an area of 16.6 acre. It is connected to Laxmipura, Chikkabanavara, Dasarahalli, Doddabidarakallu, Herohalli, Narasappanakere, Hosakere, Nallakadirenahalli, Shivapura and Madavara lakes. A stormwater drain is present on the eastern side of the lake. During heavy showers, the drain overflows and sewage enters the lake. […]
Sat, Nov 11, 2023
Pugmarks of leopard spotted near Arkavathi river: Karnataka Forest departmentSubscriber Only
November 10, 2023 18:59 IST
Earlier this week, residents of Chikka Togur, a few kilometres away from where the leopard was shot dead on November 1, said that they sighted another leopard. However, officials denied the presence of another leopard in that area.
Fri, Nov 10, 2023
CPCB audit finds irregularities in 3 state boards; fines 4 firms more than Rs 355 crore for violating normsSubscriber Only
November 09, 2023 19:16 IST
The Karnataka, Maharashtra and Gujarat pollution control boards have been directed to take action against four plastic waste processor units for violating extended producer responsibility guidelines.
Thu, Nov 09, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Lack of maintenance, encroachment of buffer zone continue at Vibhutipura LakeSubscriber Only
November 05, 2023 07:30 IST
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Sat, Nov 04, 2023
‘Appoint only those who have expertise in wildlife conservation’: Karnataka activists urge govt ahead of new board formationSubscriber Only
November 02, 2023 17:53 IST
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Thu, Nov 02, 2023
Leopard that attacked officials during combing operation in Bengaluru dies after getting shotSubscriber Only
November 01, 2023 18:32 IST
The big cat was spotted at an apartment complex in Kudlu Gate in Singasandra four days ago.
Thu, Nov 02, 2023
Air pollution, stress contributing to heart attacks, says Jayadeva director Dr C N ManjunathSubscriber Only
November 01, 2023 18:26 IST
Dr Manjunath said that air pollution, fatty liver and hormonal imbalances could be new risk factors.
Thu, Nov 02, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Begur Lake, its fight for existence and a contentious Shiva statue in the middle of waterbodySubscriber Only
October 29, 2023 07:30 IST
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FIR not mandatory in cases of forest encroachment, said outgoing Karnataka PCCF Rajiv RanjanSubscriber Only
October 25, 2023 20:49 IST
Social activist Pape Gowda, earlier this year, had written to Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre to direct forest officials to not only lodge FIRs but also file chargesheet in cases of forest encroachment.
Wed, Oct 25, 2023
Karnataka Forest dept issues eviction order to man for encroaching 5 acre forest landSubscriber Only
October 24, 2023 17:52 IST
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Tue, Oct 24, 2023
Bannerghatta National Park encroachment: Supreme Court committee seeks Karnataka govt’s responseSubscriber Only
October 22, 2023 18:35 IST
A Bengaluru resident submitted an application to the CEC apprising it that there has been a degradation of the ESZ of Bannerghatta National Park primarily driven by industries and real estate developers for their projects.
Sun, Oct 22, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: After 25 years of neglect, 1000-year-old Anekal Dodda Kere Lake now brims with waterSubscriber Only
October 22, 2023 08:00 IST
The lake attained its present glory with the active intervention of Captain Santhosh Kumar (Retd), presently serving as the assistant commissioner, GST, Karnataka.
Sat, Oct 21, 2023
Karnataka court orders probe into Kadur tehsildar’s illegal transfer of 14 acres of forest landSubscriber Only
October 21, 2023 20:20 IST
The forest areas that fall in the Western Ghats were illegally transferred to 4 individuals after giving it a revenue status.
Sat, Oct 21, 2023
Forest dept land converted to revenue land in violation of Supreme Court order, says Bengaluru Urban forest officialSubscriber Only
October 18, 2023 19:22 IST
In his letter to the principal chief conservator of forest (PCCF) in Karnataka, Ravindrakumar stated that forest land measuring 17.34 acre (Survey Number 47) in Kothanuru has been converted to revenue land.
Wed, Oct 18, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Kenchanahalli Lake in RR Nagar zone turns into an ‘open drain’Subscriber Only
October 15, 2023 08:00 IST
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Sun, Oct 15, 2023
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October 14, 2023 21:12 IST
General Chauhan also says the successful conduct of the G20 summit indicated that India will emerge as the leader of the Global South.
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