The Decline of a Century-Old Local Economy and Cultural Identity In the heart of Indapur Taluka, the village of Nimgaon Ketki is facing a quiet crisis that threatens to erase a significant chapter of Maharashtra’s agricultural history. Long celebrated for its high-quality betel leaves (Vidya cha Paan), the village has historically functioned as a vital…
Daund: Despite the capture of a leopard just a few days ago in Hingniberdi village of Daund Tehsil, the big cat has once again begun wreaking havoc in the area. The leopard recently attacked and killed a goat, carried away a lamb from Vitthal Nagar, and also killed a pet dog in a separate attack….
Pune: Local farmers and villagers are raising questions regarding the management of contaminated water discharged from Aurangabad Distillery Private Limited, an alcohol manufacturing industry located in the Walchandnagar area of Indapur Tehsil. There are fears that untreated, chemical-laden wastewater is being released directly into the Nimsakhar drain, which is feared to have long-term negative impacts…
Time is Running Out: Expert Calls for Coordinated Action to Save Ujani’s Biodiversity A serious warning has been issued by Dr. Unmesh Katwate, Senior Scientist at the Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS): “Save Ujani before it becomes ‘Bharatpur,’ otherwise tragedy is inevitable.” He also highlighted that a large number of native fish species found in…
