Gujarat is a Tiger State again after 33-year wait
Gujarat regains 'Tiger State' status as NTCA confirms tiger presence in Ratanmahal. The state now hosts lions, tigers, and leopards. Read about the conservation milestone.
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Haryana Nipun Census: 74% Schools in Foundational Learning Crisis
Haryana's first Nipun Census exposes severe foundational learning gaps. Only 7% of primary schools made the top grade, while 74% struggle with basic literacy and numeracy. A wake-up call for parents and educators.
Tamil Nadu's 2025-26 Synchronized Bird Census Begins
Tamil Nadu initiates a synchronized bird census in two phases, covering wetlands and terrestrial areas. The count is crucial for conservation efforts. Read the full details.
Tiger count at Valmiki Reserve jumps from 8 to 54
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
KBC 17: Nipun Sharma quits after winning Rs 2 lakh
Contestant Nipun Sharma's KBC 17 journey ended at the Rs 3 lakh question. He took home Rs 2,00,000 after a rollercoaster episode featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Dhoni praise, and hilarious hostel stories. Read his full story.
Pradhan Seeks Parity Between Central OBC & Odisha SEBC Lists
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan calls for aligning central OBC list with Odisha's SEBC list to resolve disparities in reservation benefits ahead of the 2027 Census. Read more.
Haryana 2026 Holidays: 15-Day School Break Announced
Haryana announces winter vacations for schools from Jan 1-15, 2026. Government offices to close for 124 days. Employees get 3 restricted holidays. Get all details here.
Bhitarkanika National Park closed Jan 8-10 for croc census
Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha's Kendrapada district will be off-limits to tourists from January 8 to 10 for the annual saltwater crocodile census. Over 22 teams will conduct a detailed count using advanced methods. Read more.
Haryana CM: No proven paper leak case; INLD seeks details
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stated no recruitment paper leak has been proven, while INLD's Aditya Devilal demanded details on alleged leaks from 2014-2025. The Assembly also discussed 30% police vacancies.
Jaipur's Mega PTM, Nipun Mela Cancelled Due to Clash
Jaipur's school education department cancels Mega PTM & Nipun Mela scheduled for Dec 23, 2025, citing a clash with a teachers' sports meet. Read for details and official statements.
NZ Census: 'No Religion' Majority, Christian Numbers Decline
New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.
Minister Yadav: Tiger Conservation Must Be Science-Based
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launches 6th tiger census, stresses science-based management. Seeks report on Assam elephant deaths, outlines conflict strategy.
Haryana CM to Youth: Be Job Creators, Not Seekers
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini urges youth to blend local skills with tech, become job creators. Details on state's 12 lakh MSMEs, Rs 2,000-crore startup fund, and Swadeshi push.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
Ghatora Wetland in Bhagalpur Eyes Ramsar Site Status
Bhagalpur's Ghatora Wetland moves closer to becoming a Ramsar Site. Recent surveys recorded 65-70 bird species, boosting its international conservation prospects. Read more.
Forest Guard Attacked by Tiger in Bandhavgarh Reserve
A forest guard was grievously injured in a tiger attack in Bandhavgarh's Manpur buffer zone during a patrol. He is receiving specialized treatment in Jabalpur. Read about the incident and the safety protocols activated.
Kanpur DM Holds Salaries Over Unsatisfactory School Work
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh withheld December salaries of three officials for unsatisfactory progress in school infrastructure and mid-day meal scheme. Read about the strict review and directives issued.
Saini attacks Hooda over no-confidence motion in Haryana
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini criticises Congress and Bhupinder Singh Hooda over a no-confidence motion lacking the LoP's signature. The Winter Session sees heated exchanges. Read the full story.
Haryana Govt Defeats Congress No-Confidence Motion
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini's BJP government defeats a Congress no-confidence motion in the assembly. This marks the third such failed attempt since 2021. Read the full details of the debate and walkout.
BNHS to Participate in Asian Waterbird Census 2025
Bombay Natural History Society joins the Asian Waterbird Census 2025, monitoring Maharashtra's wetlands. A crucial step for migratory bird conservation and habitat protection.
Haryana Assembly Passes Obituary Resolutions
The Haryana Legislative Assembly paid tributes to seven prominent figures, including former members and a judge, through obituary resolutions. The session was adjourned as a mark of respect.
Haryana Health Dept: 5,384 Posts Vacant, Rural Areas Hit Hard
Haryana faces a severe healthcare staff shortage with 5,384 vacant posts. While the govt claims alternative arrangements, gaps in rural delivery raise concerns. Read the full district-wise breakdown.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve begins annual tiger census with 400 cameras
Valmiki Tiger Reserve in West Champaran starts a 90-day tiger census using 400 night-vision camera traps across 898 sq km to track big cats and assess prey population. Read the details.
Tiger Corridor Census Shows Strong Big Cat Presence in MP
A crucial tiger census in central India reveals significant tiger and leopard signs across Indore, Dewas, and Burhanpur. This vital corridor connects key reserves, ensuring genetic diversity and species survival. Read the full findings.
Bihar's Bhumihar Brahmin Caste Name Row Intensifies
Bihar's upper caste panel defers decision on using 'Bhumihar Brahmin' in official records. Key Bhumihar organizations threaten protests, citing 1931 census data. Read the full story.
Eurasian Coots Disappear from Vadodara's Wadhwana Lake
The iconic Eurasian coot, once carpeting Wadhwana Lake in Vadodara, is vanishing. Bird counts have crashed from 21,000 to 7,000. Experts cite water levels and food scarcity. Read the full investigation.
Lucknow's Urban Area Expands for Census 2027
Peripheral towns and villages near Lucknow will be included in the 2027 Census as part of the urban agglomeration, reflecting the city's growth. A similar approach will be adopted across Uttar Pradesh.
Bihar Workshop Transforms CRCs from Admin Offices to Academic Hubs
A capacity-building workshop in Patna aims to reactivate Complex Resource Centres as collaborative academic hubs, focusing on teacher support, digital tools, and foundational learning goals under NIPUN Bihar.
Hansi to be Haryana's 23rd district in a week
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announces Hansi will be the state's 23rd district. The move, part of a Rs 77.3 crore development push, honors the town's historical significance. Read more.
SC to Hear Plea for Intersex Inclusion in Census
India's Supreme Court agrees to hear a plea for including 'intersex' as a category in the national census. The Centre's Solicitor General did not oppose the move. Read the full details.
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