The Maharashtra coast may lose a critically endangered species of mangrove, Xylocarpus granatum, warned two researchers, who have called for greater awareness of the issue among citizens.

Associate professor at Islampur-based Karmavir Bhaurao Patil College, MV Gokhale, and a research fellow at the botany department of Shivaji University, Sajid Sheikh, found the situation of the mangroves on the

HAILAKANDI, Feb 10

Jorhat, Feb.

Jammu: The Jammu & Kashmir government has abandoned the Rs 740 crore integrated watershed development project after the World Bank sought a disclaimer from the Union government that the aid plan would not recognize India

ERODE: Farmers in the district have appealed to the authorities to initiate concrete efforts to prevent illegal quarrying of sand in the rivers and other water sources in Erode district.

Participating in their grievances redressal meeting held here on Friday, farmers alleged that illegal sand mining with political backing was rampant in Gobichettipalayam, Sathyamangalam, Bhavani and many other

NALBARI, Jan 18