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.
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!
Karnataka govt sanctions Rs 50 crore for Bengaluru's third-largest biodiversity park in Madappanahalli. Cabinet also approves a fully subsidised 1000-bed organ transplant hospital with Azim Premji Foundation. Read more.
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!
Scientists unveiled remarkable new species in 2025, including a carbon-sequestering sea cow fossil, a high-altitude mouse opossum, and live-birthing toads. Explore these biodiversity breakthroughs.
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.
Scientists from ZSI discover Bathygobius meggeti fish species for the first time in India near Gopalpur, Odisha. The find highlights ecological importance of artificial rocky habitats. Read more.
A photo exhibition in Madurai showcased a thriving 60-acre man-made forest at MKU, documenting 145 insect species. Experts stress public participation is key for urban conservation. Discover how locals are rebuilding green cover.
Discover how Arshiya Bose's initiative ensures fair pay, boosts women's roles, and promotes biodiversity among Karnataka's small coffee growers. A story of sustainable change.
A rare Sirkeer Malkoha bird, typically found in plains, has been recorded for the first time in Uttarkashi district. Forest officials cite climate change as a possible cause. Discover the details.
The Indian government has declared Parvati-Arga Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) to protect its vital wetland ecosystem and migratory birds. Learn about the conservation benefits.
Scientists aim to resurrect New Zealand's giant moa birds, extinct for 600 years, using genetic tech. Explore the challenges, ethics, and Māori perspectives on de-extinction.
A rare Lappet Moth species, Streblote siva, was documented for the first time in Raigad district, Maharashtra. The discovery highlights crucial biodiversity and ecological roles of moths.
Telangana High Court orders state to double ex-chairman's salary retroactively, slamming it as a 'parsimonious employer'. Dr R Hampaiah to get revised pay from 2009-2015. Read the full story.