The Ministry of Home Affairs announces the first phase of Census 2027 will be conducted between April and September. The exercise will also update the National Population Register. Get the full details.
India's 16th Census house-listing starts April 1, 2026. For the first time, households can self-enumerate online. Get all details on the digital-first approach and new questions.
The Ministry of Home Affairs announces the houselisting phase for Census 2027 will run April-September 2026, with a new self-enumeration option. Get all details here.
India's Census 2027 begins with houselisting from April 1 to September 30, 2026. For the first time, citizens can self-enumerate online. Discover key dates and what this digital census means for you.
Chhattisgarh initiates formal preparations for India's first fully digital Census 2027. Key dates, digital self-enumeration, and state-wide coordination plans revealed. Read for details.
Haryana's Education Department directs all government schools to submit detailed staff information by July 31, 2024, for the upcoming 2027 census. Get the full story on the state's preparatory measures.
Asian Waterbird Census spots over 9,000 birds along Yamuna floodplains, but warns of severe threats from pollution, mining, and habitat degradation. Read the full report.
Asian Waterbird Census in Delhi records 9,000+ birds but warns of habitat threats from mining, pollution, and degradation. Experts call for urgent conservation action.
India will not send a jiu-jitsu team to the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. Key factors include governance issues, low medal prospects, and failure to meet new govt criteria. Full details inside.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal announces a freeze on all administrative units from 2026-2027 to facilitate the 2027 Census. Over 6 lakh personnel to be deployed for digital data collection.
The Asian Waterbird Census 2026 shows a worrying drop in species and numbers at Surajpur and Yamuna wetlands. Experts blame pollution and human disturbance. Read the full report.
The annual Asian Waterbird Count in Arunachal Pradesh kicks off with a rare Mandarin duck sighting at Siikhe Lake in Ziro. Discover the key wetlands being surveyed and the conservation efforts.
Haryana government halts changes to administrative units for the state's first digital census, ensuring accurate data collection. Learn about the key directives and their impact.
The Indian women's hockey team capped off 2025 with impressive continental performances, securing silver at the Asian Champions Trophy and a dominant Asian Games gold, renewing their resolve for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
The Aam Aadmi Party condemns the BJP-led MCD for ordering Delhi teachers to conduct a stray dog census, calling it an abdication of civic duty. Read the full political clash details.
Indian archer Ankita Bhakat, after a transformative 2025 in Korea, aims for an Asian Games medal in 2026. She discusses her Olympic heartbreak, technical overhaul, and victories over Olympic medallists.
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss announces a major political alliance in Tamil Nadu, criticizes DMK's governance, rising state debt, and unfulfilled investment promises. Details inside.
12 political parties in Manipur, including BJP and Congress, pass a resolution to postpone the 2027 Census due to the state's ongoing crisis, displacement, and administrative issues. Read the full story.
Palamu district establishes a dedicated census cell with nodal officer and master trainers for the upcoming digital census operations in Jharkhand. Learn about the key appointments and two-stage process.
Gujarat regains 'Tiger State' status as NTCA confirms tiger presence in Ratanmahal. The state now hosts lions, tigers, and leopards. Read about the conservation milestone.
Haryana's first Nipun Census exposes severe foundational learning gaps. Only 7% of primary schools made the top grade, while 74% struggle with basic literacy and numeracy. A wake-up call for parents and educators.
Tamil Nadu initiates a synchronized bird census in two phases, covering wetlands and terrestrial areas. The count is crucial for conservation efforts. Read the full details.
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan calls for aligning central OBC list with Odisha's SEBC list to resolve disparities in reservation benefits ahead of the 2027 Census. Read more.
Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha's Kendrapada district will be off-limits to tourists from January 8 to 10 for the annual saltwater crocodile census. Over 22 teams will conduct a detailed count using advanced methods. Read more.
New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launches 6th tiger census, stresses science-based management. Seeks report on Assam elephant deaths, outlines conflict strategy.
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
Bhagalpur's Ghatora Wetland moves closer to becoming a Ramsar Site. Recent surveys recorded 65-70 bird species, boosting its international conservation prospects. Read more.