Ground Report Desk

For the first time in Barmer, Rajasthan, a farmer has planted 900 white sandalwood trees in the desert. The project uses host trees to support growth. The plant will mature in 14–20 years, offering high returns through its fragrant wood and oil.

Van Vihar National Park in Bhopal will soon ban private vehicles. Only golf carts and rental bicycles will be allowed to protect wildlife and reduce pollution.

Heavy rain and flood warnings have been issued across several districts in Madhya Pradesh. Authorities have opened dam gates and urged people in low-lying areas to relocate.

The Maharashtra government has asked the BMC to close all 51 Kabootar khanas in Mumbai due to health concerns from pigeon droppings. Officials link these feeding zones to rising cases of respiratory illnesses.

New research shows thunderstorms may be the biggest reason tropical trees are dying—posing a major risk to forests’ ability to store carbon.

Madhya Pradesh’s wildlife parks reopen after the monsoon break on October 1. A 10% hike in entry fees means higher costs for tourists. Domestic visitors pay ₹240–₹300 more, while foreigners pay double.

Heavy rainfall has caused flooding across Madhya Pradesh. The state has issued alerts in 28 districts. Schools are shut in some areas, and rescue efforts are ongoing.

Over 3.3 lakh pilgrims have registered for the Amarnath Yatra 2025. This report covers key safety updates, route changes, crowd control, medical support, and travel guidelines.

A strong monsoon has boosted Kharif sowing and rural spending in central India. This report looks at how rainfall trends are driving agriculture, inflation, and local markets.

Wildlife trafficker Tashi Sherpa, once a fugitive, was arrested after a nine-year manhunt across India and Nepal. A Madhya Pradesh court sentenced him to five years for smuggling tiger bones and pangolin scales across borders.