Garima Prasher is a Correspondent at The Economic Times. She focuses on climate change and environmental issues, covering themes such as water conservation, animal rights, and sustainability, while also delving into topics like hydrology and green technology. Garima's work has been featured in The Economic Times.
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Garima Prasher's coverage predominantly focuses on scientific and environmental themes, with a significant inclusion of government announcements, data citations, and expert commentary. Therefore, she is likely to be responsive to pitches offering insights into local environmental issues in India, particularly Karnataka and Bangalore.
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By Garima Prasher Updated: Apr 20, 2026, 06:00 IST Just 45 of 108 trees transplanted by K-RIDE from Oct-Dec 2025 have survived so far
By: Garima Prasher, Garima Prasher
By Garima Prasher Updated: Apr 21, 2026, 06:00 IST Study warns landslide-prone zones in Karnataka may expand sharply by 2050, driven by extreme rainfall, deforestation, and rapid urban growth
By Garima Prasher Updated: Apr 28, 2026, 06:00 IST Highlights
Recent data from the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board reveals alarming noise pollution levels in Bengaluru's silent and residential zones, significantly exceeding permissible decibel limits. Vehicular traffic, defective silencers, and ongoing infrastructure projects are cited as primary contributors to this persistent issue.
Bengaluru faces worsening air quality, now ranking as India's second most polluted metro city. Recent data shows a high Air Quality Index, exceeding most other major cities. Low wind speeds and multiple pollution sources contributed to this. Experts suggest more monitoring stations are needed to address the issue effectively.
Researchers estimate over 6,000 birds thriving in forested zones, with fruit availability boosting numbers, though long-term data gaps and threats like climate pressures persist
By Garima Prasher Updated: Apr 30, 2026, 06:00 IST Authority has to manage wildlife rescue , plantation, special projects, canopy management and more but only 25 of requested 55 posts were sanctioned
Bengaluru has witnessed a nearly 30% surge in road fatalities during the first quarter of 2026, with 258 deaths recorded compared to 198 last year. Experts attribute this alarming rise to damaged footpaths, poor road conditions, insufficient signage, and reckless driving, exacerbated by a low traffic police-to-vehicle ratio.
Bengaluru's hazardous waste problem is escalating, with 92 new industries emerging in the past year, bringing the total to 2,400. These establishments are now generating over 1 lakh tonnes of hazardous waste annually. The report highlights a significant increase, raising concerns about environmental impact and waste management in the city's rapidly expanding industrial landscape.
Despite a slight delay, the Greater Bengaluru Authority's plan to double its workforce for managing fallen trees and branches is progressing. New teams are expected within a month, with tenders currently being processed. Existing teams are managing operations, and precautionary removal of dangerous trees has already begun.
