Human-Elephant Conflict Rises in Jharkhand: WII Study
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
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Cold Weather, Fog Linked to Pune Leopard Sightings
Wildlife experts reveal how Pune's cold winter and persistent fog are contributing to increased leopard sightings near urban areas. Discover the complex ecological reasons behind this trend.
Illegal mining devastates Almora wetland, migratory birds vanish
The historic Saryu-Gomti wetland in Bageshwar, once a haven for Siberian birds, lies silent due to illegal mining. Locals mourn the loss of biodiversity and tourism. Read the full investigation.
UP Brahmin MLAs Hold Meeting on Community Fragmentation
During UP assembly session, Brahmin MLAs gathered to discuss community fragmentation, cultural preservation, and family unity. No political agenda, say organisers.
PTR Violations: Resort Construction Flouts Supreme Court Norms
Owner of a premises near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve core area accused of violating SC & NTCA norms by moving construction material through protected forest and draining waste into tiger habitat. Activists plan legal action.
Rinkhals: The Cobra Mimic That Spits Venom & Plays Dead
Discover the Rinkhals, South Africa's adaptable snake that spits venom, feigns death, and thrives in suburbs. Learn about its unique survival tactics, habitat, and diet.
HC Questions NGT's Power Over Punjab's Green Habitat Policy
Punjab & Haryana High Court examines if NGT can strike down Punjab's farmhouse policy. Petitioners warn of irreversible damage to state's low forest cover. Details inside.
Meena Yadav's 'ASTITVA' Exhibition Opens in Delhi
Contemporary artist Meena Yadav's solo show 'ASTITVA – The Essence of Being' launched at Visual Arts Gallery, exploring nature-human dialogue. Read more about the opening ceremony.
ASAVARI's Continuing Tradition 2025 Honors Kathak Legacy
ASAVARI's Continuing Tradition 2025 at India Habitat Centre paid tribute to legendary composers, celebrated Guru Shovana Narayan's 75th year, and released her biography. A night of legacy and artistic continuity.
India's Economy to Reach $5 Trillion by 2026-27: CEA
India's Chief Economic Adviser projects the economy will hit $5 trillion by 2026-27, navigating global fragmentation. Key drivers include strong domestic demand and public investment. Read the full analysis.
SC Favors Wildlife, Orders Resorts Off Elephant Corridor
Supreme Court sides with silent animal victims, upholds demolition of resorts on Sigur Plateau elephant corridor. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
SC Backs Elephants, Orders Resort Removal in Nilgiris
The Supreme Court prioritizes wildlife, ordering resorts on Sigur Plateau's elephant corridors to be dismantled. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
Chennai: ₹33.10 Lakh Housing Scam, 11 Victims Cheated
Chennai police search for Vinoth Babu, who allegedly cheated 11 people of ₹33.10 lakh by promising TNUHDB flats in Tondiarpet. Case registered, investigation ongoing.
India's Empty Classrooms: 65,000 Govt Schools Have <10 Students
Govt schools still enroll 121.6 million students, but a paradox grows: 65,054 schools have near-zero enrolment, employing 144,238 teachers. The system is thinning from within.
Nilgiris villagers fight eviction, seek land rights
Ajjoor villagers in Nilgiris petition collector to halt forest department eviction, citing 200-year heritage and tax receipts. They threaten legal action if demands are not met.
MLAs Get Legal Notice Over Nagarhole-Bandipur Safari Plan
Mysuru advocate serves legal notices to MLAs, warning that reviving safari in core tiger habitat violates Supreme Court order. Read the full details and implications.
Telangana's Grasslands Await Protection, Wildlife at Risk
Telangana's vital grasslands, home to blackbuck & Indian fox, remain unprotected despite 2022 proposals. Vikarabad's Ramnathgudapalle is a key test case for conservation. Read more.
Indian Fox Documentary Screened in Hyderabad on Habitat Loss
A new Telugu wildlife film, 'Indian Fox: Fighting Habitat Loss,' premiered in Hyderabad, documenting the species' struggle amid Telangana's shrinking grasslands. Discover the urgent conservation message.
Bengal Tiger Found at 3,010m in Uttarakhand Glacier Valley
A camera trap in Uttarakhand's Sunderdhunga valley captured a Bengal tiger at 3,010m, a record high-altitude sighting. The find, part of a snow leopard study, highlights a healthy prey base and crucial ecological corridors. Read more.
Mumbai monkeys in flat highlight shrinking forests, conflict
A family of monkeys regularly visits a Powai flat, highlighting Mumbai's human-animal conflict. Activists cite shrinking forests and urge government action for wildlife safety. Read more.
Kharmor Sanctuary loses 216 sq km, endangering rare bird
The Kharmor sanctuary in Dhar district has been reduced from 348 sq km to 133 sq km, removing conservation control and impacting the critically endangered Lesser Florican. Read about the implications.
Elephants stray into Shivamogga farms, damage crops
Two wild elephants from Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary are causing crop damage near Shivamogga. Forest officials aim to drive them back as fragmented corridors and illegal fencing threaten wildlife. Read more.
Senior citizen killed in crocodile attack in Kolhapur's Dudhganga
A 59-year-old man was killed by a crocodile while swimming in the Dudhganga river in Kolhapur. Forest officials warn of aggressive crocodiles during nesting season and announce ₹25 lakh compensation.
Government, Maoists Oppose Tribal Habitat Rights in Abujhmad
In Chhattisgarh's Abujhmad forest, both government and Maoists oppose indigenous community's habitat rights claims. Exclusive analysis of this unusual alliance and its implications for tribal communities.
Why Maharashtra Leopards Prefer Sugar Cane Fields
Discover why Maharashtra's leopards are choosing sugar cane fields over forests. Expert analysis reveals surprising habitat shift in Pune, Nashik, and Ahilyanagar regions.
Eastern Himalayan Birds Threatened by Habitat Loss
A decade-long IISc study reveals how selective logging in Arunachal Pradesh's Eagle Nest Sanctuary threatens Eastern Himalayan bird populations through microclimate changes.
NCR Megacriticon Successfully Concludes in Delhi
The NCR Megacriticon event concluded successfully at India Habitat Centre, bringing together industry leaders to discuss real estate innovation and sustainable development in Delhi-NCR.
10 Amazing Frog Species Facing Survival Challenges
Discover 10 extraordinary frog species with unique adaptations, from glass frogs to flying frogs. Learn why these fascinating amphibians are declining globally and why conservation matters.
30k Arctic fossils reveal rapid post-extinction recovery
Massive Spitsbergen fossil find shows marine life rebounded quickly after Earth's worst extinction. Discover the ancient ecosystem that challenges science.
India's Dugongs Face Extinction Threat from Human Activities
India's dugong population faces critical threat from fishing, pollution and habitat degradation. Learn why these gentle sea cows are vulnerable to extinction and conservation efforts.
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