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Govt to Take Charge of Karnataka's Prehistoric Sites
Karnataka Minister H K Patil asserts national treasures need government care. Excavation work at multiple prehistoric sites is ongoing, with a tender called for Lakkundi. Read the latest on conservation efforts.
Mangrove Festival in Bhitarkanika Spotlights Conservation
Bhitarkanika National Park hosts Mangrove Festival, celebrating its role as a cyclone barrier and Ramsar site, while officials vow action against illegal shrimp farms. Explore the vital ecosystem.
YEIDA to study biodiversity park at Dhanauri wetland
YEIDA initiates a feasibility study for a biodiversity park near Dhanauri wetland, ensuring the core marshland remains untouched. The plan focuses on eco-tourism and conservation. Read more.
74 Illegal Builds Threaten Gurgaon's Ramsar Site
Haryana forest dept finds 232 illegal structures near Sultanpur National Park, a key Ramsar wetland. GMDA issues demolition notices to protect the eco-sensitive zone.
MCD postpones Okhla waste-to-energy plant expansion proposal
MCD's standing committee delays signing for Okhla WTE plant expansion to 2,550 MT daily capacity, potentially impacting the March 2027 deadline for processing south Delhi's legacy waste.
BMC Takes Over Bhopal's Idle Rs 8.5 Crore Musical Fountain
Bhopal Municipal Corporation will directly operate the long-dormant Boat Club musical fountain. The Rs 8.5 crore project, inaugurated in 2019, functioned only a week. Read about the revival plan and environmental concerns.
Drone Ban at Sambhar Lake to Protect Flamingos from Disturbance
Wildlife photographers using drones at Jaipur's Sambhar Lake are stressing protected flamingos for social media likes. Forest department bans drone flights, but enforcement remains a challenge. Read more.
Mohali MC earns Rs 1.55 cr from coconut water site auction
Mohali Municipal Corporation generates Rs 1.55 crore revenue by auctioning 27 coconut water vending sites. The highest bid was Rs 12 lakh near Phase 11 gurdwara. Read about the new regulations.
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.
Stone-Age Tools Found in Virudhunagar by Madras Uni Student
A University of Madras student unearthed 50+ stone-age quartz tools in Mallankinaru, hinting at a prehistoric hub. This first evidence in the Gundar basin could reshape Tamil Nadu's ancient history. Read more.
UP to develop historic Lucknow gurdwara for tourism
Uttar Pradesh plans to upgrade facilities around the historic Yahiyaganj Gurdwara in Lucknow, home to rare Sikh relics, as part of its religious tourism push. Rs 2 crore released.
VMC Pauses Coercive Action on Temples After Seers' Protest
Varanasi Municipal Corporation assures no coercive action against religious sites after seers protest integrated tax bills. Commissioner clarifies tax exemptions for charitable institutions.
Khijadiya Bird Sanctuary Attracts Over 52,400 Visitors
Gujarat's Khijadiya bird sanctuary, a Ramsar site, saw over 52,400 visitors in 2024-25. Bird species rose to 332. It will be a model at Vibrant Gujarat Conference.
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.
Deputy CM Pravati Parida Reviews Khandagiri-Udayagiri Plan
Odisha Deputy CM Pravati Parida reviewed the comprehensive development plan for Khandagiri and Udayagiri Jain caves. The plan focuses on amenities, accessibility, and urban integration for the ASI-protected heritage sites. Read more.
Sirpur Lake loses migratory birds, Ramsar status at risk
Indore's Sirpur Lake, a Ramsar site, sees a 50% drop in migratory birds as water hyacinth covers 150 acres. Experts warn of ecological collapse and threat to its protected status. Read more.
Indore Fights to Save Ramsar Site Sirpur Lake
Indore accelerates efforts to save Sirpur Lake from sewage-fueled water hyacinth. A new 20-MLD STP and phytoremediation aim to restore the Ramsar wetland. Read about the rescue plan.
ASI Honors First Woman DG Debala Mitra on 100th Birth Anniversary
Archaeologists pay tribute to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman director general, on her 100th birth anniversary. Discover her legacy, including the Diamond Triangle excavations and the golden Buddha casket find.
ASI's First Woman DG Debala Mitra Honoured on Centenary
Archaeologists & historians paid tributes to Debala Mitra, ASI's first woman DG, on her 100th birth anniversary. Her work unearthed Odisha's Diamond Triangle & Buddha relics. Read about her legacy.
10 Indian Monuments Built by Historic Dynasties
Explore 10 iconic Indian monuments, from the Taj Mahal to Sanchi Stupa, built by dynasties like the Mughals, Cholas, and Ahoms. Discover their history and architectural brilliance.
Dhanauri Wetland: Ramsar Tag Shelved, Biodiversity Park Planned
UP govt abandons Ramsar tag for Dhanauri wetland near Noida airport, opts for a 112-hectare biodiversity park. Core wetland to be preserved, but construction ban avoided. Read the full story.
Kerala University to set up Centre for Wetland Studies
Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.
Delhi CM Orders DMRC for Strict Dust Control at Construction Sites
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta directs DMRC to enforce strict dust-control measures at all construction sites, warning against pollution negligence. She will personally inspect sites.
Audio Guides Urged for Ajanta-Ellora Caves Amid Guide Crisis
Aurangabad Tourism Development Foundation urges govt to install audio guide systems at heritage sites to tackle guide shortage and improve visitor experience. Read more.
655 Indian Antiquities Retrieved From Foreign Nations Since 1976
India has successfully retrieved 655 antiquities from foreign countries since 1976. The ASI also conserves 3,685 national monuments, enhancing visitor amenities nationwide. Read more on India's heritage recovery efforts.
HC awaits Pallikaranai marshland report, extends construction stay
Madras High Court awaits a detailed report on the digital boundaries of Chennai's Pallikaranai Ramsar site before deciding on a PIL against a residential project. Status quo order extended.
Gujarat's Surprise Food Safety Drive at Tourist Spots
Gujarat Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi orders weekly surprise checks at hotels & food stalls near tourist & pilgrimage sites. Strict action promised for substandard food. Read more.
Mayawati to No Longer Visit Memorial Sites of Reformers
BSP chief Mayawati announces she will stop visiting memorial sites of social reformers to avoid causing public inconvenience. Read about her statement and the political context.
Chilika Lake Depth Decreasing, Threatens Ramsar Site
Asia's largest saltwater lagoon, Chilika, is silting up rapidly. Forest department data reveals alarming depth reduction and massive sludge removal efforts. Read the full report.
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