Striped Tiger Butterfly Named Chandigarh's State Symbol
Chandigarh officially designates the Striped Tiger Butterfly as its state butterfly after a selection process involving public voting and wildlife board approval.
Chandigarh officially designates the Striped Tiger Butterfly as its state butterfly after a selection process involving public voting and wildlife board approval.
Forest department successfully tranquilized and captured a 6-year-old tiger that strayed into human habitation in Bahraich's Rehua Mansoor village after a tense three-day rescue mission.
A tiger spotted near Rehua Mansoor village in Bahraich district triggered panic among residents. Forest officials launched an intensive search using drones and elephants to safely capture the animal.
The sixth All India Tiger Estimation has started nationwide, with Belagavi's forest division conducting sign surveys across 119 locations. Officials use M-Stripes, DNA analysis, and camera traps to count tigers and guide conservation efforts.
Multiple leopard sightings in Pune's urban areas have created panic among residents. With civic polls approaching, citizens demand better coordination and clear information to address human-wildlife conflicts.
Chandigarh administration organized a workshop on human-wildlife conflict at Botanical Garden, implementing MoEFCC's directive to address growing challenges between development and conservation.
A young leopard was rescued from an open well in Jamnia Khurd by Indore forest officials. The operation highlights the success of the Integrated Human-Wildlife Coexistence Model.
A sambar deer trapped in a 40ft well in Alme village, Pune, was rescued in a 4-hour joint operation by forest dept & Wildlife SOS. The alert animal was released back into the wild.
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A 45-year-old woman was fatally attacked by a stray Indian gaur near her home in the Nilgiris. Forest officials provide compensation and address the rising human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
Punjab's Jhajjar-Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary is now Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Wildlife Sanctuary. The 289-acre sanctuary spans three villages in Rupnagar district. Read more about this tribute.
Haryana's wildlife department urges NHAI to redesign the Gurgaon-Faridabad Road as a wildlife corridor with underpasses and speed control after a series of fatal leopard accidents. Read the full plan.
Maharashtra's wildlife board approves iron ore mining in a vital tiger corridor near Tadoba, sparking conservation fears. Experts warn of increased human-wildlife conflict.
A female leopard causing panic in Bahraich's Sujauli village was captured swiftly by forest officials. The big cat killed 13 goats before being trapped. Read the full story.
A marauding bear kills 10 goats in Chamba's Sihunta, escalating fear after human attacks. Villagers face financial ruin as policy gaps hinder protection. Read the full report.
A leopard attacked a goat shelter in Bahraich's Sujauli village, killing 13 goats and injuring 6. Forest department alerted. Read details on the human-animal conflict.
A non-venomous Indian rat snake was rescued from a washing machine in an Andheri home. Wildlife expert Prabhu Swami safely released it, highlighting urban wildlife encounters. Learn safety tips.
Karnataka forest department inaugurates a state-level Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Bengaluru to monitor wildlife using AI, satellites, and rapid response teams. Call 1926 to report incidents.
A 47-year-old woman was killed by a herd of wild elephants near the Katarniaghat forest. Her body was partially eaten by animals. Forest officials advise caution.
Forest department kills a male wolf in Bahraich's Saryu river belt after it evaded traps. This is the 9th wolf killed in 3 months amid rising attacks that have killed 12 children. Officials plan a scientific study.
A 55-year-old woman was killed by a tiger in a Nainital forest, triggering protests. Villagers demand action and govt support to reduce forest dependence. Read more.
Bihar's Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary gets NTCA's in-principle approval to become a tiger reserve. The move aims to boost big cat conservation and eco-tourism. Read more about the state's new wildlife initiatives.
Uttar Pradesh government transfers Bahraich DFO after 12 children killed in wolf attacks. IFS officer Sundaresha takes charge to tackle human-wildlife conflict.
Forest officials in Bahraich neutralised two wolves after a spate of fatal attacks on children. 12 killed, 12 injured in 3 months. Authorities intensify patrols and surveillance.
Four newborn leopard cubs were rescued near Dodda Aalada Mara after being abandoned. The PfA Wildlife Hospital team is stabilizing them, hoping for the mother's return. Read the full story.
A villager was severely injured in a leopard attack in Dongargarh forest, Rajnandgaon. The incident has heightened fears over increasing leopard movement. Read about the response and local demands.
A wolf was shot dead in Bahraich after killing a 3-year-old boy. The incident highlights a severe human-wildlife conflict, with 7 wolves killed and 12 children dead in 3 months. Authorities urge caution.
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
A 35-year-old woman was killed by a big cat in Nainital's Dini Talli village. The forest department is setting up traps. Locals demand action as wildlife attacks rise. Read more.
Uttarakhand Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal links record bear attacks to climate change disrupting hibernation. Exclusive details on state's action plan, compensation hikes, and future studies.