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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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NTCA writes to Karnataka forest dept seeking action against illegal resorts in BRT Tiger reserveSubscriber Only
May 12, 2023 18:48 IST
The request, based on a report submitted by Dr Abhishek Kumar, Assistant Inspector General of the NTCA, headquarters was sent to Chief Wildlife Warden Rajiv Ranjan on May 11.
Sun, May 14, 2023
Bengaluru NGO seeks PM’s intervention against unauthorised constructions around Bannerghatta National ParkSubscriber Only
May 11, 2023 19:36 IST
Vishnu Narain, the managing trustee of the NGO, said the reduced ESZ not only eliminated areas which were crucial for the movement of elephants, it also endangered the wildlife population.
Thu, May 11, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Experts point to flaws in rejuvenation plan of Subbarayanakere LakeSubscriber Only
May 07, 2023 08:00 IST
The lake is spread over 5.10 acres. Local residents have claimed that more than 73 bird species were recorded in the last five years in the vicinity of the lake.
Sat, May 06, 2023
Massive encroachment in Belagavi’s Bhimgad sanctuary, eviction process underwaySubscriber Only
May 05, 2023 18:00 IST
Forest department officials said the incident happened in March after which an investigation was started.
Sat, May 06, 2023
Karnataka: Rivals Congress, BJP promise to increase forest cover in their manifestosSubscriber Only
May 03, 2023 19:48 IST
The Congress’s manifesto released on May 2 has promised to increase the state’s forest cover to 30 per cent of the land area.
Wed, May 03, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: BBMP’s ‘half-hearted work’ besets historic Kalkere LakeSubscriber Only
April 30, 2023 08:00 IST
In the run-up to the state elections in 2018, former town planning minister KJ George announced that the state government has revived the lake
Mon, May 01, 2023
Karnataka forest dept spent crores on afforestation in Kodagu district since 2015, shows RTISubscriber Only
April 28, 2023 20:59 IST
The RTI further revealed that the Bhadravathi forest division in Shivamogga did not spend a single rupee on afforestation since 2015.
Sun, Apr 30, 2023
Environmentalists claim conservation takes a backseat in poll-bound KarnatakaSubscriber Only
April 27, 2023 18:55 IST
Former Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (head of forest force) Karnataka, B K Singh said, “Often conservation is put low on the priority list, whenever it clashes with development projects."
Fri, Apr 28, 2023
Large scale felling of trees on private lands allowed in 3 Karnataka districts since 2015, reveals RTISubscriber Only
April 25, 2023 20:36 IST
In response to an RTI filed by The Indian Express, the state forest department said that in Chikkamagaluru, 622 trees have been felled on private lands since 2015.
Tue, Apr 25, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Saplings, follow ups with govt authorities — Here’s how residents keep Basavanapura lake pristineSubscriber Only
April 23, 2023 08:00 IST
Spread over 14.13 acre, the Basavanapura lake was taken up for rejuvenation at a cost of Rs 5 crore by Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) around five years ago.
Sun, Apr 23, 2023
Former forest chief’s new book warns of catastrophic consequences of deforestation, cites Western GhatsSubscriber Only
April 21, 2023 17:32 IST
The book deals with the irreversible changes that occur in nature due to changes in land use patterns caused by human interference.
Sun, Apr 23, 2023
Distinct dietary habits of Indians linked to low Covid-19 death rate, says studySubscriber Only
April 20, 2023 18:44 IST
The increased consumption of red meat, processed foods, and dairy products by Western populations activates cytokine storms-and several COVID-19 severity-related pathways, says a researcher.
Thu, Apr 20, 2023
Change in land use patterns could be a reason behind soaring temperature in Bengaluru: ResearchersSubscriber Only
April 19, 2023 19:46 IST
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) data said that on April 25, 2016, the city recorded a maximum temperature of 39.2 degrees Celsius. This was the hottest day in April since 2000.
Wed, Apr 19, 2023
NGO asks Bengaluru civic body to complete lake restoration, cleaning works before onset of monsoonSubscriber Only
April 19, 2023 19:10 IST
Recently, lake activists Ram Prasad and Nagesh Aras had prepared a manifesto about the ways in which political parties can protect the lakes.
Wed, Apr 19, 2023
Karnataka to consider impact of Goa-Tamnar project on wildlife, ecology before seeking forest clearances: CECSubscriber Only
April 18, 2023 19:07 IST
In 2015, the Ministry of Power, envisaged the GTTPL to create an additional source of power for Goa.
Tue, Apr 18, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Entry of untreated sewage into Seetharampalya lake behind fish kill, feel expertsSubscriber Only
April 16, 2023 13:26 IST
Located in Hoodi, the 25 acre Seetharampalya lake was rejuvenated in 2015 by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) with the help of a private company.
Mon, Apr 17, 2023
Goa-Tamnar transmission project continues to face opposition in KarnatakaSubscriber Only
April 14, 2023 19:43 IST
Of the 177.091 hectares of forest land sought to be diverted, 101.74 are in Belagavi, 4.78 in Dharwad, and 70.55 in Uttara Kannada districts.
Fri, Apr 14, 2023
131 appeals against eviction from Karnataka forest land disposed of, reveals RTISubscriber Only
April 12, 2023 19:27 IST
Sources in Shivamogga said that the forest department is yet to evict those whose applications were rejected.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
BBMP to restore and develop 69 lakes in 2023-24Subscriber Only
April 11, 2023 19:15 IST
The BBMP has 201 lakes under its ambit and of these, it plans to restore and carry out developmental activities at 69 lakes in 2023-24.
Wed, Apr 12, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Rejuvenated but Allalasandra needs attention againSubscriber Only
April 09, 2023 08:00 IST
While roads and slums have been constructed by the government on the lake, an apartment, graveyard, and agricultural land have been mentioned as private encroachments by the BBMP.
Mon, Apr 10, 2023
Karnataka govt did not seek Union ministry’s clearance for tree park at Jarakabande Kaval, reveals RTISubscriber Only
April 07, 2023 17:58 IST
The Karnataka government has also failed to put out a detailed project report of the park in public domain.
Sat, Apr 08, 2023
Need more of maritime in public culture, says Indian Navy veteranSubscriber Only
April 06, 2023 18:04 IST
Over the last few years, Commodore Srikant Kesnur has come to be associated with several naval history projects and initiatives for popularising Indian Navy’s history and India’s maritime past in several forums.
Fri, Apr 07, 2023
Lakes of Bengaluru: Among largest of city’s water bodies, 200-year-old Jakkur Lake has its own integrated wetlandSubscriber Only
March 26, 2023 08:00 IST
In a first, scientists at the IISc created an integrated wetland at the lake. Treated water from a sewage treatment plant enters this wetland before emptying into the lake. This purifies the water further.
Sat, Mar 25, 2023
Complaint in Lokayukta against officials for failure to recover 3,000 acres of forest land in Karnataka’s ShivamoggaSubscriber Only
March 24, 2023 19:44 IST
While it is mandatory to seek the Union government’s approval before granting forest land, the complainant alleged that no such approvals were taken.
Sat, Mar 25, 2023
Why Bengaluru’s civic body dumped mud on the Hosakerehalli lakeSubscriber Only
March 24, 2023 10:50 IST
The lake located in Rajarajeshwari Nagar has been in need of restoration for the last few years. In early March this year, residents living in the vicinity of the lake saw BBMP trucks dumping huge mounds of mud into it.
Fri, Mar 24, 2023Journalism of Courage
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