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Paperitalo Environmental News
( Last updated Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST) | |
India News | Gujarat CM Directs to Promote Eco-Tourism in Protected Forest Areas and to Frame Visitor Policy Guidelines
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], January 21 (ANI): In the 26th meeting of the State Wildlife Board held in Gandhinagar under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, it was informed that the Jessore Sloth Bear Sanctuary in Banaskantha has been … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Endangered orangutans released after graduating from ‘forest school’
(BKSDA/BTNBBBR/YIARI/Intl Animal Rescue via SWNS)
By Dean Murray
Three critically endangered orangutans have been released into a national park after years of rehabilitation.
Badul, Korwas, and Asoka were carefully transported to Bukit Baka … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Frame visitors policy at protected forest areas, Gujarat CM Patel tells officials
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday directed officials to frame visitors policy/guidelines at protected forest areas in Gujarat.He chaired the 26th meeting of the Gujarat State Wildlife Board (GSWLB) in which various topics were discussed … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Industry leaders discuss plight and path forward for B.C.’s forest products sector
During the Truck Loggers Association’s 81st Convention & Trade Show in Vancouver, industry representatives came together in a panel discussion to share their perspectives on the current state of B.C.’s forest products sector.
The session titled, “ … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Little known forest spa tucked away in leisure centre 7 minutes from Surrey with free swimming and gym classes
(Image: Everyone Active )
A little-known forest spa tucked inside a leisure centre along the A322 is offering a morning of free activities, designed to showcase the wide range of sessions available.
Taking place at Bracknell Leisure Centre near Bagshot in … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Himalayan alarm: Uttarakhand battles winter forest fires, toxic smoke worsens pollution and public health
India News
Worrying news is that fires have started much earlier—during winter itself
Dehradun: Forest fires are no longer just a problem of burning trees. Across the world, they are now seen as a major environmental crisis affecting human health, climate … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Two exhibitions on land and environment come to Kelowna Art Gallery (Kelowna)
Photo: Stephen Bulger Gallery. © Rita Leistner.
The Kelowna Art Gallery has two new exhibitions opening.
Two major exhibitions exploring humanity’s relationship with the land open this week at the Kelowna Art Gallery.
Floor Opener by Indigenous painter … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Echuca forest plagued by illegal dumping
Following the deployment of temporary skip bins in December, Campaspe Shire Council found its initiative, which was well received, had been abused.
Mayor Daniel Mackrell said the bins were installed at peak holiday periods to manage the influx of waste … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Prabowo Revokes 28 Company Permits Over Forest Violations in Sumatra
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto has revoked the forest exploitation permits of 28 companies found to have violated regulations in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, areas affected by the severe floods and landslides in late … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
| | | Council launches $1m Urban Forest Fund grants for 2026
The City of Melbourne will open applications on January 19 for its latest round of Urban Forest Fund grants, with up to $1 million available to help transform private and community spaces from “grey to green”.
Lord Mayor Nick Reece said the expanded … Wednesday, January 21, 2026 2:01 pm EST
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