NGO Flags Illegal ESZ Committees in Shivamogga
An NGO has filed a complaint alleging that ESZ monitoring committees for Kudremukh park and Someshwara sanctuary were formed without government approval. Learn the details and implications.
An NGO has filed a complaint alleging that ESZ monitoring committees for Kudremukh park and Someshwara sanctuary were formed without government approval. Learn the details and implications.
Waterman of India Dr Rajendra Singh conferred the Sanctuary Lifetime Service Award for his five-decade river revival work. Discover his journey and impact.
Navi Mumbai's iconic flamingo habitats face destruction due to bureaucratic delays. Conservationists warn urgent action is needed to save the wetlands and the city's identity.
At the Sanctuary Wildlife Awards 2025 in Mumbai, a leopard photo won top prize. Expert Bittu Sahgal criticises Maharashtra's leopard sterilisation plan, blaming sugarcane farming for conflicts. Read more.
Delegates of Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 visited Bharat Kala Bhavan at BHU for a cultural tour, exploring Chola bronzes, Malaviya's legacy, and the Ganga-Cauvery Synchronicity. Discover the deep cultural bonds.
Tiruchi farmer leader P R Pandiyan sentenced to 13 years in prison for damaging ONGC property during a 2015 protest. The verdict comes nearly a decade after the incident. Read the full details.
The hanging bridge near Sri Ramalingeswara Temple in Kanive, Madikeri, is in a dangerous state. Officials have banned entry and restricted movement. Details on the inspection and safety measures inside.
CWMA chairperson S K Haldar states Karnataka's Mekedatu reservoir cannot proceed until techno-commercial feasibility is established. The project is no longer pending with the authority.
BWSSB expands its Sarala Cauvery EMI plan to commercial properties, aiming to boost piped water connections. Over 25,000 residential users have already enrolled, and the 5th Stage project is halfway to its 2028 goal.
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.
Two adult elephants and a calf discovered dead in a Vellore private forest. A special investigation team is working to determine the cause of death in this critical interstate corridor. Read the latest details.
A joint police-forest force raid in Koderma's Chatarbar Wildlife Sanctuary seized heavy machinery, cracking down on illegal mica mining. Officials vow to continue operations. Read more.
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.
Trichy district's flood-vulnerability mapping identifies 373 sq km as high-risk, affecting 2 lakh people. Officials plan mock drills and annual updates for monsoon preparedness.
Over 100 farmers staged a walkout protest in Thanjavur against the Supreme Court's nod for Karnataka's Mekedatu dam DPR. They demand Tamil Nadu govt take swift action to protect Cauvery water rights. Read more.
Karnataka's Upa Lokayukta orders immediate removal of encroachments on Cauvery riverbed and buffer zone in Mandya. Action follows a detailed probe into illegal constructions.
Explore India's remote wildlife sanctuaries & national parks to spot rare species like red pandas, bustards & wild buffalo. Discover pristine habitats away from crowds.
Students in Gadag district engage in 15-month arts projects on bird ecology and local printing, funded by India Foundation for Arts. Their creative learnings will be showcased through exhibitions and publications.
NCSCM submits a draft Ecologically Sensitive Zone map for Pulicat Bird Sanctuary, a crucial step following Supreme Court orders to protect fragile ecosystems while safeguarding local communities' livelihoods. Read more.
Two motorcycle riders died after a speeding truck hit them near Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary in Raisen district. The truck driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
The season's first flamingos have landed in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, signalling the start of the annual pink season. Bird lovers celebrate as experts urge stronger wetland protection.
BWSSB plans a Rs 20 crore solar project for Cauvery Stage VI pumping stations, aiming for partial or full solar power. DPR ready for four stations.
MP State Information Commission demands explanation for withholding Project Cheetah data citing national security. Hearing set for Dec 12. Details on the controversy inside.
A rare striated grassbird sighting in Gadchiroli's Chaprala sanctuary marks a major range extension for Maharashtra. The citizen science survey also documented over 140 species.
Forest dwellers in Khanapur's Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary call a public meeting to oppose relocation, demanding basic amenities instead of monetary incentives to leave ancestral lands.
Wildlife activists allege the Karnataka Forest Department violated multiple norms by using heavy machinery to dig pits in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary. Read the full report.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Discover Arunachal Pradesh's untouched wilderness with 6 hidden wildlife sanctuaries housing rare species like red pandas, tigers, and exotic birds. Perfect for nature lovers seeking adventure!
Cyclone Ditwah continues to batter Tamil Nadu with heavy rainfall, claiming three lives. Ramanathapuram and Nagapattinam districts worst affected. Stay updated on the situation.
Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary launches Rs 71 crore transformative projects including canopy walks, meditation camps & eco-tents to boost tourism and create local employment opportunities in Odisha.