Youth killed by stray elephant in Begunia, villagers allege inaction
A young man was killed by a stray elephant in Begunia village, Khurda. Villagers confront officials, alleging delayed response. Read about the rising human-animal conflict.
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Odisha: Power Cuts for a Month to Save Elephants, Villagers Suffer
Villagers in Jajpur, Odisha, face nightly power cuts for over a month as authorities disconnect supply to protect a herd of elephants. Residents struggle with cold, water shortage, and business losses. Read more.
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.
Solar Fences in Jamshedpur Stop Elephant Attacks
Chandil forest officials install solar-powered fences to prevent elephant raids in Seraikela-Kharsawan, protecting crops and saving lives. Read about the innovative pilot project's success.
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.
Elephant Herd Destroys Arecanut, Coffee Plants in Kodagu
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.
100+ Elephants Herded Back to Karnataka from Krishnagiri
A herd of 100+ wild elephants was successfully driven back to Karnataka from Tamil Nadu's Hosur forest by 30 officials after causing crop damage. Read the full story of the multi-day operation.
Villager Trampled to Death by Elephant in Jamshedpur
A 50-year-old man was killed by an elephant in Nutandih village near Jamshedpur. Forest officials announce compensation and measures to prevent future attacks. Read more.
Elephants Stray into Bhubaneswar Tourist Spot, Picnics Banned
Two tuskers from Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary entered Sikharchandi, Bhubaneswar, prompting an indefinite ban on picnics and visitor activities to prevent human-elephant conflict.
Elephants Play Penalty Shootout at Nepal's Mammoth Festival
Witness the incredible sight of elephants taking penalty kicks at Nepal's annual Mammoth Festival in Sauraha. A unique blend of wildlife conservation and cultural celebration.
Human-Elephant Conflict Rises in Jharkhand: WII Study
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
AI to Address Human-Elephant Conflict in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris
Tamil Nadu is using artificial intelligence to prevent human-elephant encounters in the Nilgiris' Gudalur area, a key migratory route. Learn how technology is protecting lives.
Elephant enters Bengaluru school, forest officials intervene
A wild elephant caused panic after entering a school in Bengaluru. Faculty alerted forest officials who successfully drove the animal back to safety. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Bareilly: ₹14.7L compensation for electrocution deaths
A Permanent Lok Adalat in Bareilly holds the electricity department negligent for two deaths caused by a low-hanging high-tension wire. The court orders compensation of ₹14.7 lakh to the victims' family.
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.
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