Port Work Stops Olive Ridley Turtle Nesting in Honnavar
Port development activities have disrupted the nesting of critically endangered Olive Ridley sea turtles at Kasarkod Tonka beach in Honnavar. Experts fear the turtles may not return. Read more.
Category : Search result: Wildlife Protection Act violation
SC Suggests 'Romeo-Juliet' Exception for POCSO Act
The Supreme Court proposes a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in the POCSO Act to prevent criminalising consensual teen relationships. Read about the legal debate and its implications.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Rajasthan Photographer Builds 130 Ponds for Wildlife
Sharvan Patel, a wildlife photographer from Rajasthan, has built over 130 'khailis' or water ponds, providing a lifeline for blackbucks, peacocks, and other desert fauna during harsh summers. Discover how a simple idea grew into a conservation movement.
Punjab Wildlife Sanctuary Renamed for Guru Tegh Bahadur
Punjab's Jhajjar-Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary is now Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Wildlife Sanctuary. The 289-acre sanctuary spans three villages in Rupnagar district. Read more about this tribute.
Foreigner arrested in Goa for fake Indian passport, Aadhaar card
Goa Crime Branch arrests a 41-year-old Philippine national for obtaining an Indian passport using forged documents. A local accomplice also held. Details on the charges under Foreigners Act and Passport Act.
Man arrested for killing lioness in Gujarat hit-and-run
A 23-year-old from Ahmedabad was arrested after his speeding car hit and killed a lioness on a national highway in Gujarat's lion habitat. Forest officials used CCTV to track him down. Read more.
Wildlife Corridor Plan for Gurgaon-Faridabad Road After Leopard Deaths
Haryana's wildlife department urges NHAI to redesign the Gurgaon-Faridabad Road as a wildlife corridor with underpasses and speed control after a series of fatal leopard accidents. Read the full plan.
Rs 3 Crore Ambergris Seized, Surat Man Arrested in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad rural police arrested a Surat resident and seized 3.18 kg of banned whale ambergris valued at Rs 3.01 crore. The accused failed to produce legal documents. Read the full story.
Three Arrested for Rabbit Poaching in Dindigul
Forest officials in Dindigul arrested three construction workers for setting traps to poach wild rabbits in Odaipatti forest. A fine of Rs 20,000 was imposed. Read more.
Snake Found in Mumbai Washing Machine, Expert Rescues
A non-venomous Indian rat snake was rescued from a washing machine in an Andheri home. Wildlife expert Prabhu Swami safely released it, highlighting urban wildlife encounters. Learn safety tips.
6 held for nilgai hunting in Farrukhabad
Forest officials in Farrukhabad arrested six men for illegally hunting two nilgais in Rohilla village. Weapons and phones were seized. Read the full details of the raid and arrests.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
Serious Lapses by Belagavi Police in POCSO Case
An official inquiry exposes serious lapses by Belagavi police in handling a POCSO case. Disciplinary action initiated against three officers. Read the full report.
445 Drunk Driving Cases in Jaipur on New Year's Eve
Jaipur police conducted a massive New Year's eve crackdown, registering 445 drunk driving cases and seizing 84 vehicles. Read the full zone-wise breakdown and enforcement details.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Rs 1.3 Crore Ambergris Seized, Two Arrested in Pune
Pimpri-Chinchwad Crime Branch arrests two with 1.38 kg of illegal ambergris, valued at Rs 1.3 crore. Probe ongoing to trace source and buyer network. Read the full details.
Haryana gets Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 poaching cases
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
Odisha Deploys First Women Anti-Poaching Squad in Debrigarh
Odisha makes history by inducting its first all-women anti-poaching squad into Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. Trained for three months, these tribal women will combat wildlife crime. Read their inspiring story.
Uttarakhand Minister Explains Surge in Bear Attacks
Uttarakhand Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal links record bear attacks to climate change disrupting hibernation. Exclusive details on state's action plan, compensation hikes, and future studies.
Indian Star Tortoises rescued from Vadodara home
Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers seized two protected Indian star tortoises from a Sayajibaug employee's house in Vadodara. The reptiles were handed over to forest officials. Read the full story.
Snake catcher arrested in Tirupur for illegal wildlife trade
Forest officers in Tirupur arrested a 40-year-old man for illegally catching and selling snakes, including a cobra for puja purposes. Read about the crackdown under the Wildlife Protection Act.
FIR against bird poachers at Nuh's Akera-Kotla Lake
An FIR has been registered in Nuh after complaints of migratory bird poaching at Akera-Kotla Lake. Forest teams are removing illegal nets. Read about the action and ongoing NGT proceedings.
AI for DPDPA Compliance Grows, Citizen Tools Lag
India's new data protection law fuels AI tools for companies, but a critical innovation gap leaves citizens struggling to understand their privacy rights. Discover why empowering users is key to enforcement.
PTR Violations: Resort Construction Flouts Supreme Court Norms
Owner of a premises near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve core area accused of violating SC & NTCA norms by moving construction material through protected forest and draining waste into tiger habitat. Activists plan legal action.
Court Rejects Zero FIR Pleas Against Thane Judges
A special court in Mumbai dismissed pleas seeking zero FIRs against two Thane judges, upholding judicial immunity. The judge cited lack of evidence and the Judges Protection Act. Read the full details.
Man arrested in Mumbai for possessing ₹80 lakh whale vomit
Kurla police and forest officials nab a 28-year-old from Gujarat for illegal possession of 627 grams of ambergris, valued at ₹80 lakh. Read the full details of the wildlife crime bust.
Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 Winners Announced
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards saw record entries, crowning hilarious animal photos while supporting global conservation. See the funniest shots!
Farmer booked for encroaching 77.5 hectares of govt land in Pilibhit
A Pilibhit farmer faces FIR for illegally occupying UPSIDC land, fencing it with live wires, posing a threat to wildlife and humans. Read the full details of the case and legal actions.
4 Arrested in Jajpur for Killing Monkeys, Hides Seized
Forest officials in Jajpur's Nagada forest arrested four tribal men for killing four rhesus macaque monkeys. Hides, meat, and weapons were seized. Read the full story.
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