Karnataka's forest department deploys 10 specially trained Belgian Malinois dogs across its five tiger reserves, a first-of-its-kind initiative in India to strengthen anti-poaching efforts and wildlife conservation.
Buxar forest officials, with WCCB, bust an illegal wildlife trade ring, seizing a rare red sand boa snake. Three suspects detained in a late-night raid. Read more.
Alipurduar court convicts nine individuals in four separate wildlife crime cases, sentencing each to three years in jail and a Rs 50,000 fine for offenses involving hog deer, tokay geckos, barking deer, and a pangolin.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Discover Arunachal Pradesh's untouched wilderness with 6 hidden wildlife sanctuaries housing rare species like red pandas, tigers, and exotic birds. Perfect for nature lovers seeking adventure!
A 55-year-old woman died and an 8-year-old boy was critically injured in separate leopard attacks in Bahraich. Forest teams issue alerts and increase patrolling. Read more.
Odisha's Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary gets Rs 71.19 crore eco-tourism makeover. Project to boost conservation, create jobs & showcase pristine nature to global visitors. #WildlifeConservation
Supreme Court stops deer translocation from Delhi to Rajasthan after finding overcrowded trucks and ethical violations. CEC ordered to study conditions. Read the full story.
Forest officers in Maharashtra's Junnar nickname leopards 'Sugar babies' as they adapt to sugarcane fields. These predators see humans as backdrop, not danger. Learn how wildlife management is changing.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant awaits Supreme Court's CEC report on proposed tiger reserves before deciding course of action. Ministers express concerns over land allocation for unseen tigers.
Explore India's fascinating state animals with this engaging guide for children. Learn about wildlife conservation and biodiversity while discovering each state's unique animal symbol.
Exclusive investigation reveals thriving illegal monitor lizard meat trade in Hyderabad markets. Poaching drives species decline despite strict wildlife protection laws with severe penalties.
Forest Department and Indian Air Force conduct field visit after leopard sighting at Pune International Airport. Camera traps installed, tunnels sealed. Safety measures intensified.
Karnataka launches special task forces to manage the increasing man-animal conflicts, especially in Bandipur. Experts call for a scientific research centre for long-term solutions. Read more.
Supreme Court's CEC recommends declaring 468.6 sq km tiger reserve in Goa within 3 months. Plan excludes high-population areas initially. State government opposes citing autonomy concerns.
Uttarakhand faces rising human-bear conflicts with 5 fatalities. Forest department issues emergency guidelines including kill orders as last resort. Climate change cited as key factor.
Karnataka installs 110 CCTV cameras for 24/7 surveillance on NH-766 through Bandipur Tiger Reserve to prevent wildlife accidents and monitor traffic violations.
Four adult tigers and 11 cubs successfully rescued from human-wildlife conflict zones in Karnataka's forest districts. Read about this major conservation effort.
After being declared extinct decades ago, a tiger makes Gujarat its new home in Ratanmahal Wildlife Sanctuary. State now hosts three big cats, monitoring continues.
A leopard entered an under-construction building in Nagpur's Bhandewadi, rescued by forest officials. Authorities will decide if it returns to wild or captivity. Read full details.
A Royal Bengal tiger has been sighted in Gujarat's Mahisagar district, marking the first confirmed presence in 32 years. The big cat likely migrated from Madhya Pradesh.
After a dramatic 2-day rescue operation involving over 100 personnel, a 12-year-old elephant trapped in a Karnataka canal was safely returned to wildlife sanctuary. Read the incredible rescue story.
Recent blackbuck fatalities in Belagavi highlight systemic failures in captive wildlife management. Karnataka must strengthen protection measures immediately to prevent future tragedies.
Explore Vantara's 3,500-acre wildlife sanctuary through a new docuseries on JioHotstar. Witness rescue, rehabilitation and conservation efforts led by Anant Ambani and hosted by Forrest Galante.
CCF Manjunath Chavan reveals remaining blackbucks may have bacterial infection after expert post-mortem. Learn about the conservation crisis unfolding in Karnataka.
National Board for Wildlife recommends restoring Rhesus Macaque protection under Schedule II. Expert Mewa Singh explains their ecological role and conflict management strategies.
A critically endangered Asiatic caracal was photographed at Ramgarh in Jaisalmer, marking its first sighting in two decades. This discovery highlights conservation success.
Uttar Pradesh Forest Department eliminates final wolf from pack responsible for 8 deaths. Officials deployed drones, traps in massive operation to protect villagers.
Bengaluru's upcoming Nature Festival 2024 will spotlight urban biodiversity and human-wildlife coexistence through workshops, exhibitions and expert talks from March 1-3 at Bal Bhavan.
Environmental activists submit formal plea to Kerala Governor against Wildlife Protection Amendment Bill, alleging pressure from vested interest groups. Read the full story.