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.
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Leopard kills boy in Pune's Pargaon, villagers angry
An 8-year-old boy was killed in a leopard attack in Pune's Junnar. Forest officials trapped a leopard, but villagers demand long-term solutions to human-animal conflict. Read more.
Nagpur Wildlife Rescue Team Honoured by Forest Minister
Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik honoured the Transit Treatment Centre rescue team in Nagpur for their crucial role in urban wildlife rescue operations. Read about their heroic efforts.
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.
Third child killed in Pune, Forest Dept seeks nod to eliminate leopard
An 8-year-old boy was killed in a leopard attack in Pune's Junnar, marking the third child death in two months. The Forest Department seeks permission to eliminate the animal as human-leopard conflict escalates. Read more.
Kolhapur Workshop Addresses Rising Human-Wildlife Conflict
A key workshop in Kolhapur trained officials on wildlife rescue SOPs and coexistence strategies, revealing 15-30 daily distress cases. Learn about the new approach to man-animal communication.
8-year-old boy killed in leopard attack in Pune's Junnar
An 8-year-old boy was killed by a leopard in Pargaon village, Junnar. This is the fourth human death in leopard attacks in the region since October. Forest officials seek permission to eliminate the animal.
Nagpur Leopard Intrusions Prompt Safety Demands
Honorary wildlife wardens in Nagpur have submitted urgent measures to NMC after leopard attacks injured 7. They cite stray animals & garbage as key attractants. Read the full plan.
Bijnor Farmers Chase Ailing Elephant From Fields
Farmers in Bijnor's Najibabad drove away a weak elephant damaging crops, fearing blame if it died. Forest officials deny claims of an abandoned calf. Read the full story on the escalating conflict.
South African Experts Train Forest Staff on Leopard Conflict
Pune forest officials receive training from South African wildlife experts to tackle escalating human-leopard conflict in Junnar and urban sightings. Learn about the new strategies.
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.
Pune Leopard Centre Severely Overcrowded, Violates Guidelines
Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Pune houses 113 leopards, double its capacity, forcing two big cats to share a single 250sqm enclosure. Officials cite a surge in human-animal conflicts. Read more.
Wildlife Success in Karnataka Leads to Increased Conflict
Karnataka's strict conservation measures have boosted wildlife numbers, but shrinking buffers are causing a surge in human-animal conflicts. Explore the challenges of conservation success. Read more.
Uttarakhand deploys extra forest staff to curb wildlife conflict
Uttarakhand deploys 15+ personnel in 11 forest divisions after surge in human-wildlife conflicts. CAMPA funds equipment, school curriculum updates planned. Read the full strategy.
HC slams govt over monkey menace, sets Jan 13 deadline
Allahabad High Court criticizes UP govt & Centre for lacking concrete plan to tackle human-monkey conflict. Next hearing on Jan 13. Read the full story.
AI Startup Moo Wants Stripes Protects Cows and Tigers
Bengaluru-based Moo Wants Stripes uses AI to identify cattle from tiger stripes, preventing human-wildlife conflict. Their tech aids conservation and farmer safety. Discover their innovative solution.
Uttarakhand MPs Seek Central Help Over Wildlife Attacks
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
Two girls injured in separate wolf attacks in UP
Panic in Kaisarganj villages after wolves attack two 5-year-old girls. Forest Department launches search with drones. Read about the escalating human-wildlife conflict.
Mumbai monkeys in flat highlight shrinking forests, conflict
A family of monkeys regularly visits a Powai flat, highlighting Mumbai's human-animal conflict. Activists cite shrinking forests and urge government action for wildlife safety. Read more.
Leopard kills man in Pauri Garhwal, third death in a month
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
Karnataka Minister Directs Foresters to Stay in Conflict Villages
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to stay in villages, set up temporary camps, and use tech to address human-wildlife conflict. New command centres launched.
22 Tigers Rescued in Karnataka in Historic Operation
Karnataka forest officials rescue a record 22 tigers in a month after fatal attacks. Minister Eshwar Khandre also updates on Arjuna elephant memorials. Read the full story.
Leopard That Killed Woman, Injured 8 Captured in Bahraich
A leopard responsible for killing a woman and injuring eight others in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, has been captured in a bait trap. Read how the forest team's operation brought relief to terrified villagers.
Shepherds in India Shift Stance on Wolves, Study Finds
A new study shows Indian shepherds are increasingly willing to coexist with wolves, viewing them as part of the ecosystem. Discover the factors driving this change in human-wildlife relations.
Kerala green activists oppose state's Wildlife Bill
Environmental group Coexistence Kerala urges MPs, including Priyanka Gandhi, to reject CM's push for Presidential nod to Kerala Wildlife Bill, calling it illegal and anti-wildlife.
Two killed in Assam's man-elephant conflict
Two men killed by elephants in Assam within 24 hours, highlighting the deadly conflict during harvest season. Officials cite shrinking forests as the cause. Read more.
Young elephant dies in train hit in Rajaji Tiger Reserve
A seven-year-old elephant calf died after being struck by the Howrah-Doon Express in Rajaji Tiger Reserve. This is the second such death in Uttarakhand this year, raising elephant fatalities to 29. Read more.
Bear attack in Uttarkashi village injures elderly woman
A 65-year-old woman was attacked by a bear in Uttarkashi's Pahi village. This marks the 13th such attack in 2024. Officials cite poor waste management as a key cause. Read more.
Elephant Omkar's 3-State Stalemate: No End in Sight
A 10-year-old elephant's 3-month odyssey across Maharashtra & Goa triggers a multi-state deadlock. Forest teams are stuck due to a missing rehab facility. Discover the unfolding crisis.
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.
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