Garbage dumped in the open near a popular temple on Mussoorie Road has not only damaged the local environment but is also encouraging monkeys to settle in this area. Pollution caused by the dumping of garbage in the open in an ecologically sensitive area is not only posing threat to the wildlife but also creating inconvenience to humans who have to face the disadvantages of having simians around human settlements.

Nainital: It may not be good news for tourists but for Mussoorie it could literally mean a breath of fresh air. The Uttarakhand government has decided to introduce eco tax upon entry into the Queen of Hills with immediate effect, which is a first in the history of Mussoorie. It will be in line with the Naini lake tax charged from tourists in Nainital.

ONGC is planning to set up a small demonstration wind energy and solar plant at the hill resort of Mussoorie.

DEHRA DUN: Conquerors of ecologically ravaged sites across the country will assemble to pool their experiences and give a new direction to scientific rejuvenation of ecologically degraded sites at a three-day eco-exhibition and seminar to be held at the Territorial Army Group Headquarters in Lucknow from March 21.
Lost ecology

Finally, Shimla and other high ranges of Himachal experienced first snowfall of the season, breaking the prolonged dry spell.

The snowfall eluded Shimla on Christmas and New Year and for the third year in a row, then State capital received first moderate snowfall during second week of February.