Our planet’s health depends on the health of its forests. These vital ecosystems provide essential services, from climate regulation and water filtration to supporting countless species and millions of livelihoods...
Category - Trees and Forests
Why Iconic Chinar Trees in Kashmir needs Conservation
In 2021, the forest department of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) initiated a project which involved a GIS-based and QR-enabled survey to determine the total number of Chinar trees in Kashmir and their...
Two Ancient Trees at Prayagraj that dot Kumbh Mela
The Maha Kumbh festival commenced on January 13, 2025, on the auspicious day of Paush Purnima, with unparalleled grandeur, marking the start of a 45-day-long spiritual and cultural celebration in Prayagraj. Those...
Standing Strong and Mighty: The Great Banyan Tree of Kolkata
“A living testament to time and resilience.” The banyan tree is often the subject of such proverbs, yet I confess I never truly grasped their meaning. Even after twenty-four years in Kolkata, the usual...
India’s total forest and tree cover increase by 1445 sq km
Today, India released its forest report that assesses the forest and tree resources in the country. Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Mr. Bhupender Yadav released the India State of Forest Report 2023...
