Rogue elephant kills 2 in Jharkhand, toll 19
A rogue elephant in musth killed two more people in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, raising the death toll to 19. Over 300 forest personnel are in pursuit as the jumbo crosses into Odisha.
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SC Seeks Delhi Response on Stray Dog Attacks, Child Safety
Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities for action plan on stray dogs after videos show children being bitten. Lawyer flags 'attack on dogs', court balances safety concerns.
Rogue elephant kills 2, evades massive capture operation
A rogue elephant in musth killed two more in West Singhbhum, bringing the 2025 toll to 19. Over 300 armed foresters failed to tranquilize it after a dramatic chase. Read the full story.
Rogue Jharkhand Elephant Missing, Death Toll Rises to 17
A sub-adult male elephant on a rampage in West Singhbhum, Jharkhand, is now missing. The death toll has reached 17. Expert trackers from Gujarat and WildlifeSOS have been called in to locate and tranquilize the jumbo. Read for the latest updates.
Elephant Attack Deaths Hit 17 in West Singhbhum
The death toll from a rogue elephant's rampage in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district has climbed to 17. National expert teams join the hunt for the tusker in musth. Read for the latest updates and official response.
Belagavi fast-tracks stray dog control after child attack
Belagavi administration launches a comprehensive action plan, including a new shelter and sterilisation drive, following public outrage over a stray dog attack on a toddler. Read the full story.
Farmer killed, wife hurt in Hazaribag elephant attack
A 50-year-old farmer was trampled to death and his wife injured by an elephant in Hazaribag while guarding their tomato field. This highlights the growing human-elephant conflict in Jharkhand. Read more.
Delhi's Stray Dog Crisis: Bites and Accidents Surge
Delhi faces a dual threat from stray dogs: over 5,000 bites in 2024 and a sharp rise in road accidents. Experts call for urgent, humane population control measures. Read the full report.
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.
SC Hearing on Stray Dogs: States' Poor Compliance Noted
Supreme Court resumes suo motu hearing on stray dogs, highlights poor state compliance, massive 5.25 crore population, and ₹62 crore daily feeding cost. Key updates inside.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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