Environment

The High Court has appointed a panel of experts to a committee to review infrastructure development in Bangalore, in response to a PIL asking for stay on the road widening project.

In a report submitted to the High Court, Karnataka’s highest ranking forest official Dr P J Dilip Kumar has severely criticised the state’s approach to commercialise Bangalore’s lakes.

Instead of cribbing about litter in picnic spots around Bangalore and apathy of the government bodies, a group of city-based volunteers have taken it on themselves to run clean and green drives.

A city-wide initiative to safely discard used batteries and CDs has been quietly taking shape at apartments, schools and offices.

The Bannerghata Nature Camp offers rest for the stressed out and close view of wild animals for nature lovers.

A green belt in the prime area of Koramangala was set aside in the 90s through litigation which citizens helped the government win. Today, that protection is under threat.

You’ll have a range of wildlife to keep you company during your walk, from the rare Golden Oriole to the squabbling Pond Herons and more.

The Bangalore Bird Race is on Sunday, January 20. More than 250 teams have registered for the event so far. Deepa Mohan participated in last year’s race and says there is much to look forward to.

A recent study by a doctoral students at the National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore suggests that Hebbal lake’s ‘development’ is against the idea of the city being a ‘melting pot’, because it cuts off access to several communities. Rajeev Yeshwanth has more.

A profile of India Nature Watch, an online resource for Indian wildlife photography buffs.

A visit to CUPA’s Bannerghata Rescue Centre and PfA’s animal hospice in Kengeri shows the centres doing their best for the animals.

Hamsa Ravikiran recounts how a dreadful roadside spot got converted to a clean and green garden.