T.N. Shivakumar receives DVG Award 2025

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T.N. Shivakumar receives DVG Award 2025 T.N. Shivakumar, popularly known by his pen name “Tanashi”, was conferred the DVG Award 2025 by the DVG Balaga Pratishtana. About the Awardee • Hometown: Mandya district, Karnataka • Academic Background: MA in Kannada Profession: Chief Administrative Officer i...

60k trees to go as Saundatti power project gets green nod

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60k trees to go as Saundatti power project gets green nod Developed by Greenko Energies Saundatti Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in Belagavi, Karnataka, has received environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change. But it comes at a significant ecological cost—over 64...

India’s first privately-led helicopter manufacturing unit

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India’s first privately-led helicopter manufacturing unit •India’s first privately-led helicopter manufacturing unit is set to be established in Kolar, Karnataka, through a partnership between Tata Advanced Systems (TASL) and Airbus. •The facility will manufacture Airbus’ best-selling H125 helicopte...

India’s first Vista dome Jungle Safari Train

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India’s first Vista dome Jungle Safari Train •The Uttar Pradesh government, in collaboration with Indian Railways, has launched India’s first Vistadome Jungle Safari Train, offering a unique wildlife experience through Dudhwa Tiger Reserve and Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary. 1. Overview of the Init...

Anil Kumble appointed ambassador of Forest Department

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Anil Kumble appointed ambassador of Forest Department Former Indian cricketer Anil Kumble has been appointed as the brand ambassador for the Karnataka Forest Department and Wildlife Conservation Programme Key Highlights •Role & Responsibilities: Kumble will raise public awareness on forest conservat...