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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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Union environment ministry seeks report on Canopy Walk project in Dandeli Wildlife ReserveSubscriber Only
July 04, 2023 18:43 IST
Canopy Walk Tourism Project was implemented with the financial aid provided by the Karnataka Tourism Department.
Tue, Jul 04, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Sewage entry deteriorates water condition of once-restored Parappana Agrahara lakeSubscriber Only
July 02, 2023 07:30 IST
According to the claims made by the BBMP, it removed silt from the lake, constructed a wetland and waste weirs, created a sewage diversion system so that untreated sewage does not enter the lake and fenced the boundary of the lake.
Sat, Jul 01, 2023
Karnataka forest minister says errant officers won’t be spared, ‘no matter how big’ they areSubscriber Only
June 30, 2023 18:10 IST
Eshwar Khandre says that after he became forest minister, he has taken cases of encroachment of forest land seriously.
Fri, Jun 30, 2023
Provide insurance cover to foot soldiers of elephant task force, say Karnataka forest dept officialsSubscriber Only
June 29, 2023 19:18 IST
Senior officers stated that foot soldiers of the task force risk their lives in mitigating man-animal conflict and hence they need to be covered with insurance.
Thu, Jun 29, 2023
Karnataka chief wildlife warden issues directions against illegal resorts, homestays in BRT Tiger ReserveSubscriber Only
June 27, 2023 19:17 IST
In September 2022, wildlife conservationist Giridhar Kulkarni had apprised the NTCA about the mushrooming of illegal resorts within the tiger reserve.
Tue, Jun 27, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Recently restored, Somasundarapalya once again a victim of fish deathsSubscriber Only
June 25, 2023 07:00 IST
Spread across more than 16 acres, the lake is located next to the Karnataka Compost Development Corporation (KCDC).
Fri, Jun 30, 2023
Provide insurance cover to visitors at eco-tourism sites in protected areas: Karnataka forest deptSubscriber Only
June 22, 2023 18:58 IST
Karnataka Tourism Policy 2020-26 strives to create a sustainable tourism ecosystem in Karnataka and lays emphasis on providing a safe and high-quality experience for tourists.
Thu, Jun 22, 2023
Bannerghatta National Park faces concerns over ecological damage and unauthorised construction, DCF seeks action taken reportSubscriber Only
June 20, 2023 19:16 IST
On May 11, the Union Ministry of Environment directed the Karnataka forest department to address the concerns raised by the NGO and take appropriate action.
Tue, Jun 20, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Apathy of KSPCB, panchayat blamed for sorry state of Rayasandra lakeSubscriber Only
June 18, 2023 07:00 IST
The KSPCB should evolve systems to issue warnings at the first instance of a breach in the water quality of a lake and impose a fine if it remains poor, said Raghavendra B Pachhapur who works with an NGO.
Sat, Jun 17, 2023
Unsung Heroes: Empathy, sympathy important in nursing profession, says Florence Nightingale awardee Jemimal ChristopherSubscriber Only
June 17, 2023 18:26 IST
The award is given to nurses based in Karnataka who have made a significant contribution to the nursing profession.
Sat, Jun 17, 2023
Prepare report on saving elephant corridor: Top Karnataka forest official tells Bannerghatta National Park deputy conservator of forestSubscriber Only
June 13, 2023 19:37 IST
A Bengaluru-based NGO, had written an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asking for his intervention in saving the elephant corridor of Bannerghatta National Park.
Tue, Jun 13, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Once a cesspool, Veerasandra lake is now a pristine waterbodySubscriber Only
June 11, 2023 07:30 IST
In 2012, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) had proposed to adopt Veerasandra lake which then was covered with water hyacinth due to entry of untreated sewage
Fri, Jun 30, 2023
Experts welcome Bengaluru governance panel, call for strengthening ward committeesSubscriber Only
June 10, 2023 18:25 IST
An activist says that Bengaluru’s globally renowned entrepreneurial spirit must also be leveraged for making the city better.
Sat, Jun 10, 2023
Karnataka collects entry fees from vehicles passing through tiger reservesSubscriber Only
June 08, 2023 18:43 IST
An official says the additional revenue generated will help the forest department strengthen conservation efforts.
Thu, Jun 08, 2023
Protection of deemed forests in Karnataka in jeopardySubscriber Only
June 07, 2023 21:42 IST
Six no objection certificates (NOCs) were issued for quarrying at six different parcels of forest lands falling in survey number 224/P1 in Dadighatta village. The NOCs were issued to six different people.
Wed, Jun 07, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Bellandur Lake to be restored by 2024, environment minister assuresSubscriber Only
June 04, 2023 08:00 IST
After taking charge as environment and forest minister, Eshwar Khandre on May 31 visited Bellandur Lake and assured that the lake would be restored by 2024.
Sat, Jun 03, 2023
Centre rejects Karnataka’s proposal to de-reserve over 9,000 acre of forest land to house families affected by Sharavathi projectSubscriber Only
May 31, 2023 18:34 IST
A letter dated May 2 said the ministry has rejected the proposal citing a Supreme Court order in 2000 and 2004 that said, “Pending further orders, no de-reservation of forests, sanctuaries and National Parks shall be effected."
Wed, May 31, 2023
21 acre of deemed forest land granted for quarrying in Karnataka; vigilance cell urged to take actionSubscriber Only
May 30, 2023 18:51 IST
Six NOCs were issued for quarrying at six different parcels of forest lands falling in survey number 224/P1 in Dadighatta village.
Tue, May 30, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Concern over untreated sewage as Challakere lake reports fish deathsSubscriber Only
May 28, 2023 08:00 IST
The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board collects water samples from a hundred lakes in Bengaluru every month but ‘safely keeps it in their cupboards’, a resident alleged
Sat, May 27, 2023
‘We are made scapegoats’: Serving forest guards of Karnataka react to action against Bhimgad counterpartsSubscriber Only
May 25, 2023 19:55 IST
Former IFS officer B K Singh said DCFs must be held accountable if there are illicit felling of trees and encroachments in the divisions.
Thu, May 25, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Residents slam incomplete renovation work at Basavanapura LakeSubscriber Only
May 20, 2023 18:48 IST
Residents and shopkeepers living in the vicinity of the lake say that earlier not only the area falling within the boundary of the lake was green but there were enough trees outside the boundary as well.
Sat, May 20, 2023
Forest guards suspended for failing to halt encroachment in Bhimgad Wildlife SanctuarySubscriber Only
May 19, 2023 18:51 IST
The incident, which was reported by indianexpress.com on May 5, involved the encroachment of 26 acres of forest land in Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary located in Amagaon village of Belagavi district.
Sat, May 20, 2023
Bengaluru-based social venture constructing ‘model road’ in Peenya in collaboration with BBMPSubscriber Only
May 17, 2023 20:16 IST
PotHoleRaja is a social venture that works to improve road infrastructure in different cities of the country.
Thu, May 18, 2023
NTCA asks forest department to submit factual report over failure to stop illegal projects in KTRSubscriber Only
May 16, 2023 18:50 IST
However, local villagers said the NTCA has been a mute spectator to the illegalities.
Wed, May 17, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Free of encroachment, residents want Veerasagara Lake to be maintainedSubscriber Only
May 14, 2023 08:30 IST
Veerasagara Lake is spread over 17.24 acre, of which 1.52 acre was encroached by a private player. But the encroached portion was recovered a few years ago, the BBMP said.
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