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Elephant Herd Destroys Arecanut, Coffee Plants in Kodagu
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.
Wild Elephants Leave Sikharchandi, Picnic Spot Reopens
After a five-day disruption, Bhubaneswar's Sikharchandi picnic spot reopens as two wild tuskers return to Bharatpur forest. Forest officials used smart, non-forceful tactics to guide them back. Read how they did it.
Elephants raid Raigarh paddy centres, villagers guard all night
Villagers in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district spend nights guarding paddy from wild elephants that raid govt centres, damaging over 70 bags in 10 days. Read how they are coping.
100+ Elephants Herded Back to Karnataka from Krishnagiri
A herd of 100+ wild elephants was successfully driven back to Karnataka from Tamil Nadu's Hosur forest by 30 officials after causing crop damage. Read the full story of the multi-day operation.
8-Month-Old Girl Killed in Suspected Wild Animal Attack in Nagpur
An eight-month-old girl from a migrant labourer family was found dead in a suspected leopard attack in Nagpur's outskirts. The incident has reignited fears about human-wildlife conflict in the area. Read the full details.
Wild Boar Attack Kills Child in MP's Vidisha
A 7-year-old tribal girl died after a wild boar attack near her home in Vidisha district. The tragic incident highlights human-wildlife conflict in forest-fringe areas. Read the full report.
Thief steals Rs 20 lakh gold from Kodagu house
A burglar broke into a house in Siddapur, Kodagu, stealing gold jewellery worth over Rs 20 lakh and cash. Police found clues, including a hat and shoes. Read the full investigation details.
Kodagu's New Year Safety Rules for Resorts & Tourists
Kodagu administration enforces strict safety guidelines for resorts and homestays ahead of New Year. Mandatory visitor details, safety kits, and 24x7 helplines ensure an incident-free peak season in Madikeri.
Madikeri Overwhelmed by Holiday Tourist Influx, Traffic Snarls
Madikeri, the popular hill station, faced a massive influx of tourists during the Christmas and New Year season, leading to 100% lodge occupancy and severe traffic congestion, especially near Raja Seat.
Animals That Get Drunk in the Wild: 3 Examples
Humans aren't alone in enjoying alcohol. Discover three wild animals, including Vervet monkeys and fruit flies, known to consume fermented foods and their fascinating behaviours. Read more.
Mysuru Christmas: Bishop Urges Harmony at St. Philomena's
Mysuru and Kodagu witnessed vibrant Christmas celebrations with midnight mass at St. Philomena's Church. Bishop Francis Serrao preached peace. Read about the festive events across the region.
Dhakshineswar Suresh Gets Bengaluru Open Wild Card
India's rising tennis star Dhruv Dhakshineswar Suresh earns a wild card for the Bengaluru Open 2026 ATP Challenger. Discover his journey and what this means for Indian tennis.
Leopard sighting in Thane's Pokhran 2 prompts vigil
Residents of Thane's Pokhran 2 reported a leopard inside a closed factory near Bethany Hospital. Forest officials have deployed camera traps and increased vigilance. Read for safety protocols.
Wild Target O'Reilly to Fix Centre Issues: NHL Rumours
After the Quinn Hughes trade, NHL rumours link Minnesota Wild to veteran centre Ryan O'Reilly. Can he be the missing piece for a Stanley Cup run? Read the latest updates.
Global Christmas 2025: Photos from Kenya to Assam
From candlelit vigils in Nairobi to tributes in Assam, see how the world marked Christmas Eve 2025. Explore powerful images of faith, art, and conflict. View the gallery now.
Elephant enters Bengaluru school, forest officials intervene
A wild elephant caused panic after entering a school in Bengaluru. Faculty alerted forest officials who successfully drove the animal back to safety. Read the full story.
CRPF jawan injured in leopard attack at Anantnag camp
A CRPF head constable was attacked by a leopard inside a paramilitary camp in Anantnag, south Kashmir. The incident highlights a worrying rise in wild animal encounters in the region. Read the full report.
Railway staff felicitated for ensuring safe elephant passage
Chakradharpur railway division officials were honoured by WTI for halting multiple trains to allow a herd of 22 elephants safe crossing near the Jharkhand-Odisha border. Read about this commendable conservation effort.
Elephant raids crops in Erode, farmers use firecrackers
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
Assam's Elephant-Train Collision Crisis: 8 Killed, Solutions Stalled
After 8 elephants died in a train collision in Hojai, Assam, railway authorities struggle to identify new elephant corridors. Learn about the stalled 2024 plans for underpasses and the tech saving lives.
Nepal Elephants Damage Fence, Enter Pilibhit Fields
A herd of wild elephants from Nepal breached a 40-meter fence near Pilibhit's Mahof range, destroying wheat crops. Farmers demand compensation and safety measures. Read more.
8 Elephants Killed in Assam Train Collision
A tragic train collision kills eight elephants in Assam's Hojai district, raising urgent questions about railway safety in elephant corridors. Read more on the government's response.
Over 70 Elephants Near Hosur Villages, Forest Dept on Alert
Krishnagiri forest department issues alert for 20+ villages as 70+ elephants camp near Hosur. Officials deployed to drive herds back. Farmers warned of crop damage risk.
New Wild Sponge Gourd Variety Found in Odisha
An ICAR-NBPGR scientist discovers Luffa aegyptiaca var. alba, a new wild sponge gourd with white seeds in Odisha. This find could boost crop genetics and disease resistance. Read more.
Ramgarh uses red chilli to deter elephants after fatal attacks
Ramgarh administration urges villagers to burn red chilli to repel elephants after six trampling deaths. Quick Response Teams and village vigilantes are on high alert.
Wild Elephant Strays in Ayyankunnu, Section 144 Imposed
Kannur Collector Arun K Vijayan bans public gatherings in parts of Ayyankunnu panchayat after a wild elephant damages property. Forest officials work to drive it back. Read for details.
50+ Wild Elephants Roam Krishnagiri, Damage Farms
A herd of 50+ wild elephants from Karnataka's Bannerghatta forest is causing crop damage in Krishnagiri villages. Forest officials are driving them back and have issued safety alerts. Read the full story.
10 wild elephants attack Ambakhoria village in Garhwa
A herd of 10 wild elephants attacked Ambakhoria village in Garhwa district, damaging houses and crops. Forest department assures compensation. Read more.
Pulse Polio Campaign Kicks Off in Kodagu District
Kodagu district launches a major Pulse Polio immunisation drive targeting over 32,700 children. Special focus on migrant kids and tourists. Details on booths and dates inside.
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