New Safety Approach Needed for Elephant Deaths on Railways
Repeated elephant deaths on railway lines call for an urgent, tech-driven safety system to track wildlife movement. A new approach is needed to prevent future tragedies.
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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.
Bombay HC Seeks Expert Plan for Kolhapur Elephant Camp
Bombay High Court's Kolhapur bench asks state to consult Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) M Srinivas Reddy to expedite the proposed elephant camp at Ghatkarwadi, aiming to resolve human-elephant conflict.
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.
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.
Minister Yadav: Tiger Conservation Must Be Science-Based
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launches 6th tiger census, stresses science-based management. Seeks report on Assam elephant deaths, outlines conflict strategy.
1100 Elephant Death Hotspots Mapped in West Bengal
West Bengal forest department maps 1100 high-risk zones for elephant fatalities. Urgent calls for mitigation measures to prevent human-elephant conflict deaths.
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.
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.
Elephant calf dies after Assam train collision, toll now 8
A young elephant calf succumbed to injuries after a tragic train collision in Assam's Lumding division. The death toll of wild elephants in the accident has now risen to eight. Read the full report.
Centre Seeks Report on Assam Elephant Deaths
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav demands report on elephant deaths on railway tracks in Assam's Hojai. All states instructed to monitor elephant movement near tracks.
7 Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Derails in Assam
A Rajdhani Express from Mizoram collided with a herd of wild elephants in Assam's Hojai district, killing seven elephants and derailing the train. Read about the tragic incident and the blame game that followed.
7 Elephants Killed by Train in Assam, Toll Since 2019 Hits 94
A high-speed train in Assam killed 7 elephants, raising the total fatalities to 94 since 2019. Despite AI sensors & underpasses, railway safety in forest corridors remains a critical challenge. Read more.
7 Elephants Killed by Train in Assam, IDS Demand Grows
The tragic death of seven elephants in Assam's Sangjurai highlights the urgent need for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) in vulnerable areas to prevent future collisions. Read more.
Man killed by elephant in West Singhbhum village
A 48-year-old man was killed by a stray tusker in West Singhbhum's Genduga Regadiri village. The incident highlights human-elephant conflict in the Saranda forest corridor.
7 Elephants Killed by Rajdhani Express in Assam
A herd of elephants was struck by the Guwahati-bound Rajdhani Express in Assam's Morigaon district, resulting in 7 deaths. Read about the tragic accident and the urgent calls for railway safety measures.
8 Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Derails in Assam
Tragic collision in Assam's Hojai kills eight elephants, derails Rajdhani Express. No passenger injuries reported. Restoration and assessment underway.
8 Elephants Killed by Rajdhani Express in Assam
A herd of eight elephants was tragically killed after being hit by the New Delhi-Sairang Rajdhani Express in Assam. The incident has sparked protests and calls for urgent safety measures.
Tusker attack kills cow, injures three in Ganjam forest
A lone elephant attacked a cattle herd in Kaliamba forest, Ganjam, killing one cow. Forest officials confirm compensation and warn of 44 elephants roaming the area. Read more.
Elephant Attacks in Ramgarh: Death Toll Rises to Six
Two more killed by elephant herds in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, raising fatalities to six. Forest officials cite retaliation after villagers attacked herd. Read the full report.
Two women killed in wild elephant attacks in Korba
Two women killed in separate wild elephant attacks in Korba, Chhattisgarh, sparking panic. Forest officials intensify patrolling as villagers demand long-term solutions to human-elephant conflict.
Pilibhit Tiger Reserve Adopts Abandoned Elephant Calf
A 15-day-old female elephant calf, abandoned by her mother in Bijnor's Najibabad forest, will be relocated to Pilibhit Tiger Reserve for care. Read about the unique rescue operation.
Four trampled to death by elephant in Ramgarh
A violent elephant, injured by an arrow, kills four in Ramgarh, including a selfie-seeking guard. Forest teams deployed as villagers protest for safety and compensation. Details inside.
Elephant Task Force for Mangaluru approved, starts next week
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre assures MLC Kishore Kumar Puttur that an Elephant Task Force will be operational in Dakshina Kannada from next week to tackle human-elephant conflict.
5 killed by wild elephants in Jharkhand, 2 women among dead
Tragic night in Jharkhand as wild elephants trample five people to death in separate incidents in Ramgarh and Ranchi districts. Officials confirm the fatalities. Read the full report.
Lucknow's Urban Area Expands for Census 2027
Peripheral towns and villages near Lucknow will be included in the 2027 Census as part of the urban agglomeration, reflecting the city's growth. A similar approach will be adopted across Uttar Pradesh.
Three killed by elephant herd in Ramgarh incidents
Tragedy strikes Ramgarh as three people, including a man trying to film a selfie, are killed by elephants in separate incidents. Authorities warn against approaching wild herds.
SC to Hear Plea for Intersex Inclusion in Census
India's Supreme Court agrees to hear a plea for including 'intersex' as a category in the national census. The Centre's Solicitor General did not oppose the move. Read the full details.
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