India has commenced its second nationwide dolphin survey, starting in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh. The comprehensive study will cover the Ganga, Indus, Brahmaputra rivers and other key aquatic habitats in phases.
Explore how India's 28 state animals represent the country's diverse geography and rich cultural heritage, from the snow leopard to the one-horned rhinoceros.
The Lucknow Development Authority will conduct biodiversity mapping at the CG City wetland, catalog flora and fauna, and deploy forest experts for conservation.
Union Minister C R Patil inaugurated the National Centre for River Research at WII Dehradun. The center will focus on freshwater ecosystem monitoring and aquatic biodiversity conservation under the Clean Ganga Mission.
VMRDA plans to unify Kailasagiri, Indira Gandhi Zoo, Kambalakonda Sanctuary into one eco-circuit for conservation and tourism in Visakhapatnam.
K N Ganesh highlights how ancient communities viewed the Western Ghats as a biodiverse resource, respected wildlife, and avoided treating it as a frontier, unlike today.
Children, activists, and environmentalists gathered in Panaji for a one-day festival focused on protecting human safety nets through education, film screenings, and creative competitions.
Padma Shri expert Kamaljit S Bawa engaged with Panjab University faculty on biodiversity conservation and climate policy. Discover insights from the crucial session. Read more.
A 6-month survey at Anna University, Chennai, recorded 72 species of butterflies and moths, highlighting their role as crucial ecological indicators in the urban landscape. Discover the findings.
Tamil Nadu govt notifies 100 new reserved forests, adding 135 sq km of protected land. This science-driven move strengthens biodiversity, climate resilience & aids 33% forest cover goal. Read more.
Assam and Madhya Pradesh agree on a major inter-state wildlife exchange, including tigers, rhinos, crocodiles, and the historic reintroduction of wild buffaloes. A boost for biodiversity and eco-tourism. Read the full details.
Adivasi communities assert land rights amid exclusionary conservation policies. Explore the justice debate in India's forest governance. Read more for insights.
India mourns the loss of Professor Madhav Gadgil, a pioneering ecologist whose work on the Western Ghats and community-led conservation shaped national policy. His legacy inspires.
The late biologist Madhav Gadgil's 1990s seminar in Betla National Park finalised proposals that became the foundation for India's Biodiversity Act, 2002. Explore his lasting legacy.
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, a Padma Bhushan awardee, was cremated with state honours in Pune. Colleagues remember his legacy in biodiversity conservation and environmental governance. Read more.
Tamil Nadu government plans a new Mangrove Conservation Centre in Pichavaram, aiming to boost eco-tourism and protect biodiversity. Read about the sustainable development plans.
Scientists identify Calamaria mizoramensis, a new non-venomous reed snake in Mizoram, hidden since 2008. Discovery highlights India's rich, unexplored biodiversity. Read more.
Over 800 students from 150 Mumbai University colleges are mapping local flora in a major survey. Data will create a real-time biodiversity register for civic authorities. #ClimateAction
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
Odisha wildlife authorities are finalising plans to translocate tigers to Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The project includes a 120 km fence, villager sensitisation, and aims to create western Odisha's first tiger reserve.
A new study documents the first-ever sighting of Wallophis brachyura and Calliophis melanurus snakes in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district, highlighting the region's rich biodiversity.
A rare Egyptian vulture, an endangered species, was recorded for the first time at Pune's Mahatma Tekdi. The sighting highlights the hill's role as a crucial urban biodiversity hotspot. Discover Pune's avian wonders!
Kurukshetra's sacred water bodies become a biodiversity hotspot each winter, hosting over 150 migratory bird species from Siberia & Central Asia. Discover this avian paradise!
India recorded 166 tiger deaths in 2025, a sharp rise of 40 from 2024. Madhya Pradesh saw the highest fatalities. Experts cite territorial pressure as a key cause. Read the full analysis.
Wallace's giant bee, the world's largest, was rediscovered in Indonesia after decades. Learn about its unique biology, habitat, and why its survival matters for our ecosystem.
Eco-activist Balbir Singh Seechewal urges the Centre to declare 2026 as 'National River Conservation Year' to boost efforts for cleaning India's polluted rivers. Learn about his vision and the Kali Bein model.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Haryana launches the Aravali Green Wall Project to combat desertification and land degradation by 2030. Minister Rao Narbir Singh details plans for biodiversity, water security, and youth employment.
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
Gujarat's first survey of birds of prey on Jan 24-25 in 26 protected areas aims to establish a baseline for resident and migratory raptor conservation. A statewide survey is planned for next year.