UPSC Current Affairs: Dec 1-7, 2025 Highlights
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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.
32 Nigerians deported in major drug network bust
Hyderabad's EAGLE team, with Delhi Police, cracks down on a Nigerian drug network, deporting 32. Kingpin 'Nick' operates from Nigeria with 3000 clients across India. Read the full investigation details.
Rajendra Singh Receives Sanctuary Lifetime Award
Waterman of India Dr Rajendra Singh conferred the Sanctuary Lifetime Service Award for his five-decade river revival work. Discover his journey and impact.
Flamingo City Navi Mumbai faces ecological crisis
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.
Sanctuary Awards 2025: Leopard Photo Wins Top Prize
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.
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.
Elephant Carcasses Found in Tamil Nadu Forest Near AP Border
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.
Illegal Mica Mining Halted in Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary
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.
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.
10 Lesser-Known Indian Parks to Spot Rare Animals
Explore India's remote wildlife sanctuaries & national parks to spot rare species like red pandas, bustards & wild buffalo. Discover pristine habitats away from crowds.
Rs 35 Lakh Lost to Save Rare Owl Eggs in Telangana Quarry
A Telangana quarry stopped operations, sacrificing Rs 35 lakh, to protect a rock eagle owl's nest with five eggs. Discover the story of this conservation miracle near Hyderabad.
Gadag Students Learn via Bird Sanctuary & Press Visits
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.
Draft ESZ Map for Pulicat Sanctuary Submitted
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 Bikers Killed in Raisen Truck Accident
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.
First Flamingos Arrive in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai Wetlands
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.
Show-Cause Notice for Chief Wildlife Warden Over Cheetah RTI
MP State Information Commission demands explanation for withholding Project Cheetah data citing national security. Hearing set for Dec 12. Details on the controversy inside.
Rare bird recorded in Chaprala sanctuary, a first in 100 years
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.
Bhimgad Forest Dwellers Oppose Govt Relocation Proposal
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.
Forest Dept Accused of Violating Rules in Cauvery Sanctuary
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 officials boost wildlife crime coordination
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Arunachal's Hidden Wildlife Sanctuaries Revealed
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!
Rs 71 Crore Projects for Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
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.
Optical Illusion: Find 455 in 8 Seconds
Test your eagle-eyed vision with this 8-second optical illusion challenge. Find the hidden number 455 to prove your focus and cognitive skills. Ready for the brain teaser?
Migratory Birds Descend on Assam's Historic Pohu Garh
Thousands of migratory birds including Siberian pelicans and rare species have arrived at Pohu Garh, Asia's first natural zoo in Assam. Witness this breathtaking spectacle between November and February.
Jaipur Leopard Sightings Surge, Forest Dept Scrambles
Jaipur faces escalating leopard crisis with multiple sightings in residential areas over 15 days. Forest department admits lack of control as experts flag boundary wall lapses. Read full coverage.
59 Mule Bank Accounts Uncovered in Pan-India Drug Bust
EAGLE & Delhi Police bust a major drug network run by foreign nationals, uncovering 59 mule accounts & a ₹15 crore money trail. A massive haul of drugs was seized.
Massive Tree Felling in Shivamogga Forest Despite Ban
Forest Minister Eshwar B Khandre takes serious note of illegal tree felling in Bidaragodu hills near Thirthahalli. 24 trees axed despite forest department markings. Read about the investigation and conservation efforts.
Leopard kills toddler in Amreli home, third attack in days
A one-year-old girl was mauled to death by a leopard in Amreli's Trambakpur village. This marks the third big cat attack in Gujarat this week. Forest department has deployed cages.
Drug racket using sex workers as couriers busted
A major drug network using female sex workers to deliver narcotics across India has been exposed in a joint police operation. 50 Nigerians were arrested in Delhi. Read the full investigation details.
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