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1.73% of Recorded Forest Area encroached: Govt

Of the total 7,67,419 sq km recorded forest aea (RFA) in the country as per the 2019 data, as much as 13,294.77 sq km - amounting to 1.73 per cent - is under encroachment, with Madhya Pradesh and Assam witnessing most encroachments, the Parliament was informed on Monday. Nov 30, 2021
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Karnataka temples to perform 'Gopuja' on Diwali; govt passes order [details]

Minister for Animal Husbandry Prabhu Chauhan has stated that it will create awareness on importance of need to protect cows. As per the government's order, worshipping of cows will be performed at the temples on 'Balipaadyami' celebrated as the last phase of Diwali between 5.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m in Karnataka. Nov 5, 2021