20 Captive Elephant Deaths in Kerala Spark Outcry
Shocking report reveals 20 captive elephant deaths in Kerala from Mar 2025-Jan 2026. NGO alleges rule violations, identity tampering, and demands immediate action to stop illegal festival parades.
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10% of India's Elephant Corridors Gone, Warns SC Panel
A Supreme Court committee warns 10% of India's 150 elephant corridors are gone, with infrastructure being the top threat. Urgent restoration and monitoring needed to save giants.
22 killed in Jharkhand human-elephant conflict spike
Jharkhand reels as human-elephant conflict escalates sharply, claiming 22 lives in 21 days. A musth tusker on a deadly rampage in West Singhbhum evades capture, hampered by IEDs and terrain. Read the full report.
Wild elephant kills six, including family, in Jharkhand
A rogue tusker trampled six people to death in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum, including four from one family. The tragic incident highlights the growing human-elephant conflict in the region. Read for details and community impact.
Baby Falls Near Elephant in Kerala Choroonu Ceremony
A disturbing video from Haripad shows a baby falling near a temple elephant during a ceremony. The tusker, Skandan, has a violent history. Read for details and actions taken.
25 wild elephants cause panic, damage in Keonjhar's Patna range
A herd of 25 wild elephants caused widespread damage in Keonjhar's Patna range, destroying paddy crops and damaging five homes. Authorities are monitoring the situation. Read the full report.
Rogue elephant kills 9 in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand
A rogue tusker's rampage in West Singhbhum district has left nine dead in five days. Forest officials deploy expert teams for capture. Read the latest updates on the tragic human-elephant conflict.
Wild elephant enters Coimbatore home, herd in Krishnagiri
A wild tusker scaled a wall in Coimbatore's Gandhi Nagar, causing panic. Separately, a herd of 25+ elephants was driven from Hosur. Forest officials urge caution to prevent human-elephant conflict.
Man killed by elephant in Palamu Tiger Reserve
A 58-year-old man from a PVTG was killed by an elephant in Palamu's Chhipadohar forest. The victim was returning from a market. Forest officials have initiated relief measures. Read the full report.
Rogue elephant rampage in West Singhbhum kills 5
A rogue elephant has killed five people in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, including a woman in Topnosai village. The forest department is working to drive the animal away. Read the latest updates on the tragic human-elephant conflict.
Lone elephant halts bus in Krishnagiri's Anchetty area
A wild elephant blocked a government bus near Anchetty, Krishnagiri, causing a scare. The driver waited patiently until the animal moved. Locals urge forest officials to monitor elephant movement. Read the full story.
Elephant Chokes on Palm Leaves, Dies in Kochi
A 55-year-old captive elephant died in Kochi after choking on palm leaves during a temple festival parade. The postmortem revealed the tragic cause. Read the full story.
Captive Elephant Dies at Nettoor Temple Festival in Kochi
A 55-year-old captive elephant named Nellikattu Mahadevan died in Kochi's Nettoor temple. The elephant was deemed unfit for the parade. Read about the incident and the ongoing investigation.
Youth killed by stray elephant in Begunia, villagers allege inaction
A young man was killed by a stray elephant in Begunia village, Khurda. Villagers confront officials, alleging delayed response. Read about the rising human-animal conflict.
Odisha: Power Cuts for a Month to Save Elephants, Villagers Suffer
Villagers in Jajpur, Odisha, face nightly power cuts for over a month as authorities disconnect supply to protect a herd of elephants. Residents struggle with cold, water shortage, and business losses. Read more.
Farmer killed by elephant in Madikeri, another villager murdered
A 62-year-old farmer was killed by a wild elephant near his farm in Madikeri's Sangayyanpur. In a separate incident, a 39-year-old man was murdered in Kodagu. Read the latest details.
Solar Fences in Jamshedpur Stop Elephant Attacks
Chandil forest officials install solar-powered fences to prevent elephant raids in Seraikela-Kharsawan, protecting crops and saving lives. Read about the innovative pilot project's success.
Man killed in wild elephant attack in Karnataka
A 61-year-old man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Karnataka's Hassan district. The incident highlights the growing human-elephant conflict in the region. Read more.
Woman trampled by elephant in Angul, protest blocks NH
A 29-year-old woman was killed by a wild elephant in Angul's Bantala Square. Protesters blocked the Sambalpur-Cuttack NH for hours, demanding action from the forest department. Read details.
Forest staffer, civilian killed in Assam elephant attack
A forester and a civilian were killed in a wild elephant attack near the India-Bhutan border in Assam. The incident underscores the urgent need for a long-term plan to manage human-elephant conflict in the region.
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.
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.
Villager Trampled to Death by Elephant in Jamshedpur
A 50-year-old man was killed by an elephant in Nutandih village near Jamshedpur. Forest officials announce compensation and measures to prevent future attacks. Read more.
Elephants Stray into Bhubaneswar Tourist Spot, Picnics Banned
Two tuskers from Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary entered Sikharchandi, Bhubaneswar, prompting an indefinite ban on picnics and visitor activities to prevent human-elephant conflict.
Elephants Play Penalty Shootout at Nepal's Mammoth Festival
Witness the incredible sight of elephants taking penalty kicks at Nepal's annual Mammoth Festival in Sauraha. A unique blend of wildlife conservation and cultural celebration.
Human-Elephant Conflict Rises in Jharkhand: WII Study
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
AI to Address Human-Elephant Conflict in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris
Tamil Nadu is using artificial intelligence to prevent human-elephant encounters in the Nilgiris' Gudalur area, a key migratory route. Learn how technology is protecting lives.
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.
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.
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.
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