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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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.
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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.
Tuskers' Deaths After Translocation Raise Concerns in Tamil Nadu
Deaths of translocated tuskers Rolex & Radhakrishnan highlight risks. Tamil Nadu's new Wildlife Transit Centre aims to change this. Experts weigh in on its potential and challenges.
Pongal Gift Packages Distributed to 11.22 Lakh in Coimbatore
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
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.
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.
Wild Tusker Rolex Dies After Release, New Wildlife Centre Opens
Wild elephant Rolex died from cardiac arrest after translocation in Coimbatore. A new Wildlife Transit and Treatment Centre in Sirumugai aims to provide immediate care and reduce wildlife fatalities. #WildlifeConservation #Coimbatore
Coimbatore Police Form Teams to Nab Burglary Gang
Coimbatore police launch manhunt for gang behind three house burglaries in city and outskirts. Gold jewellery and valuables stolen. Special teams formed for investigation.
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.
Coimbatore Residents Demand Public Toilets, Cite Health Crisis
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
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.
Coimbatore Police Rally: 100 Patrol Vehicles Hit Streets
New Coimbatore Police Commissioner launches massive patrol rally with 100 vehicles, focusing on women's safety, road safety, and visible policing. Details inside.
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.
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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.
Elephant Herd Spotted Near Belagavi, Forest Dept Issues Alert
Forest department issues urgent warning for villages along Khanapur-Belagavi border after wild elephant herd sighting. Residents advised to stay cautious, avoid forest areas. Read safety guidelines.
Where to See Wild Elephants in India This January
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Woman killed by wild elephants near Bahraich-Nepal border
A 47-year-old woman was killed by a herd of wild elephants near the Katarniaghat forest. Her body was partially eaten by animals. Forest officials advise caution.
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.
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.
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.
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