New Safety Approach Needed for Elephant Deaths on Railways
Repeated elephant deaths on railway lines call for an urgent, tech-driven safety system to track wildlife movement. A new approach is needed to prevent future tragedies.
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Elephant raids crops in Erode, farmers use firecrackers
A wild elephant entered farms in Mavanatham village, Erode, damaging ragi crops. Farmers chased it away using firecrackers after forest staff delay. They demand a permanent solution.
Bombay HC Seeks Expert Plan for Kolhapur Elephant Camp
Bombay High Court's Kolhapur bench asks state to consult Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) M Srinivas Reddy to expedite the proposed elephant camp at Ghatkarwadi, aiming to resolve human-elephant conflict.
Assam's Elephant-Train Collision Crisis: 8 Killed, Solutions Stalled
After 8 elephants died in a train collision in Hojai, Assam, railway authorities struggle to identify new elephant corridors. Learn about the stalled 2024 plans for underpasses and the tech saving lives.
8 Elephants Killed in Assam Train Collision
A tragic train collision kills eight elephants in Assam's Hojai district, raising urgent questions about railway safety in elephant corridors. Read more on the government's response.
Over 70 Elephants Near Hosur Villages, Forest Dept on Alert
Krishnagiri forest department issues alert for 20+ villages as 70+ elephants camp near Hosur. Officials deployed to drive herds back. Farmers warned of crop damage risk.
1100 Elephant Death Hotspots Mapped in West Bengal
West Bengal forest department maps 1100 high-risk zones for elephant fatalities. Urgent calls for mitigation measures to prevent human-elephant conflict deaths.
Ramgarh uses red chilli to deter elephants after fatal attacks
Ramgarh administration urges villagers to burn red chilli to repel elephants after six trampling deaths. Quick Response Teams and village vigilantes are on high alert.
Wild Elephant Strays in Ayyankunnu, Section 144 Imposed
Kannur Collector Arun K Vijayan bans public gatherings in parts of Ayyankunnu panchayat after a wild elephant damages property. Forest officials work to drive it back. Read for details.
10 wild elephants attack Ambakhoria village in Garhwa
A herd of 10 wild elephants attacked Ambakhoria village in Garhwa district, damaging houses and crops. Forest department assures compensation. Read more.
Elephant calf dies after Assam train collision, toll now 8
A young elephant calf succumbed to injuries after a tragic train collision in Assam's Lumding division. The death toll of wild elephants in the accident has now risen to eight. Read the full report.
Centre Seeks Report on Assam Elephant Deaths
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav demands report on elephant deaths on railway tracks in Assam's Hojai. All states instructed to monitor elephant movement near tracks.
7 Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Derails in Assam
A Rajdhani Express from Mizoram collided with a herd of wild elephants in Assam's Hojai district, killing seven elephants and derailing the train. Read about the tragic incident and the blame game that followed.
7 Elephants Killed by Train in Assam, Toll Since 2019 Hits 94
A high-speed train in Assam killed 7 elephants, raising the total fatalities to 94 since 2019. Despite AI sensors & underpasses, railway safety in forest corridors remains a critical challenge. Read more.
AI Command Centre Launched in Nilgiris for Man-Animal Conflict
Tamil Nadu govt launches a Rs 6 crore AI-powered control centre in Gudalur to manage human-elephant conflicts using real-time alerts and surveillance. Read how technology aims to protect both communities and wildlife.
7 Elephants Killed by Train in Assam, IDS Demand Grows
The tragic death of seven elephants in Assam's Sangjurai highlights the urgent need for Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) in vulnerable areas to prevent future collisions. Read more.
Man killed by elephant in West Singhbhum village
A 48-year-old man was killed by a stray tusker in West Singhbhum's Genduga Regadiri village. The incident highlights human-elephant conflict in the Saranda forest corridor.
7 Elephants Killed by Rajdhani Express in Assam
A herd of elephants was struck by the Guwahati-bound Rajdhani Express in Assam's Morigaon district, resulting in 7 deaths. Read about the tragic accident and the urgent calls for railway safety measures.
7 Elephants Killed in Assam Train Collision, CM Orders Probe
Seven elephants, including four calves, died after being hit by the Rajdhani Express in Assam's Hojai district. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma orders a detailed enquiry and calls for securing wildlife corridors.
7 Elephants Killed on Assam Tracks, Train Services Hit
A tragic accident kills 7 elephants on railway tracks in Assam, disrupting train services. NFR cancels 9 trains, regulates 13. Details on the incident and its impact.
8 Elephants Killed as Rajdhani Express Derails in Assam
Tragic collision in Assam's Hojai kills eight elephants, derails Rajdhani Express. No passenger injuries reported. Restoration and assessment underway.
SC Favors Wildlife, Orders Resorts Off Elephant Corridor
Supreme Court sides with silent animal victims, upholds demolition of resorts on Sigur Plateau elephant corridor. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
Rajdhani Express hits elephant herd in Assam, 7 killed
Seven wild elephants died after a collision with the Delhi-bound Rajdhani Express in Assam's Jamunamukh–Kampur section. The train derailed but passengers were safe. Read details on the accident and ongoing restoration work.
8 Elephants Killed by Rajdhani Express in Assam
A herd of eight elephants was tragically killed after being hit by the New Delhi-Sairang Rajdhani Express in Assam. The incident has sparked protests and calls for urgent safety measures.
Rajdhani Express derails after hitting elephant herd in Assam
Tragedy in Assam as 8 elephants are killed after the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express hits a herd, causing 5 coaches to derail near Hojai. Rescue ops underway.
8 elephants killed in Assam train collision, Rajdhani derailed
Tragic accident in Assam's Hojai as Rajdhani Express hits elephant herd, killing 8. Train derailed, services disrupted. No passenger injuries reported. Read the full report.
Rajdhani Derails After Hitting Elephant Herd in Assam
Eight elephants died after a Rajdhani Express train collided with a herd in Assam's Hojai district, derailing five coaches. No human casualties reported. Details inside.
SC Backs Elephants, Orders Resort Removal in Nilgiris
The Supreme Court prioritizes wildlife, ordering resorts on Sigur Plateau's elephant corridors to be dismantled. Final hearing set for January 5. Read the full story.
Tusker attack kills cow, injures three in Ganjam forest
A lone elephant attacked a cattle herd in Kaliamba forest, Ganjam, killing one cow. Forest officials confirm compensation and warn of 44 elephants roaming the area. Read more.
Elephant Attacks in Ramgarh: Death Toll Rises to Six
Two more killed by elephant herds in Ramgarh, Jharkhand, raising fatalities to six. Forest officials cite retaliation after villagers attacked herd. Read the full report.
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