MONDAY, 31 AUGUST 2026

Trimming trees more complicated than it looks

Tree trimming issue has government over a barrel... - The Goan Everyday - July 6, 2024. One can understand the predicament of the Environment Minister regarding the issue of ‘trimming’ trees. There will always be some who will oppose or support trimming trees before or during the monsoon.

Trimming trees may be necessary to ensure public safety. However, the authorities responsible for this task must conduct a proper study of all trees and trim them scientifically where necessary.

In Mumbai too, we see some trees being literally hacked or butchered, left bare of their branches. It is a very depressing sight to see trees in such conditions. Trees are crucial during this time of global warming and climate change. So, let’s get practical and handle this sensitive issue tenderly.


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Increase in population and attacks by stray dogs

Sridhar D’Iyer, Caranzalem
Published Jul 7, 2024, 12:31 AM IST
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In recent months there are reports of an increase in population and attacks by stray dogs, not only in Goa (especially along the beaches) but even from other Indian States. There is a blame-game between those who like dogs and those who don’t. The former alleges that stray dogs bite if provoked but who in their right mind will do that? Most people follow the dictum of, “let sleeping dogs lie,” and continue their walk or drive as they would be disinclined to be chased and…

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