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.
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Dec 23 Hearing for UP Govt's Plea in Akhlaq Lynching Case
A fast-track court reserves December 23 for hearing the UP government's petition to withdraw the 2015 Akhlaq lynching case. The prosecution has filed an objection. Read the latest developments.
Calcutta HC Directs Wetlands Authority on Fishermen's Plea
Calcutta High Court orders East Kolkata Wetlands Authority to respond in 60 days after fishermen allege illegal wall blocks their fishing grounds for 40+ years. Read the full story.
Gurgaon-Noida Rapid Rail Corridor DPR Submitted
NCRTC submits Rs 15,000 crore RRTS plan linking Gurgaon and Noida. The 22-minute Gurgaon-Faridabad ride aims to transform NCR connectivity. Read the latest updates.
Gurgaon-Noida Rapid Rail Corridor DPR Submitted
NCRTC submits DPR for a rapid rail link between Gurgaon and Greater Noida. The 6-station corridor, costing Rs 15,000 crore, promises to cut travel time to 38 minutes. Read more on the debate over elevated vs underground routes.
Gurgaon-Noida Rapid Rail Corridor DPR Submitted
NCRTC submits Rs 15,000 crore RRTS corridor DPR linking Gurgaon to Noida. Haryana pushes for underground section in Gurgaon over elevated tracks. Details on route, stations, and connectivity impact.
Tiger Found Dead in Chhattisgarh, Suspected Poaching
A young male tiger was found dead with missing claws and canines in Ghui forest range near Guru Ghasidas–Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve. Officials suspect poaching and illegal wildlife trade. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Tiger Found Dead in Surajpur, Poaching Suspected
A young male tiger was found dead under suspicious circumstances near Guru Ghasidas–Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh. Forest officials suspect electrocution and poaching. Read the full investigation details.
Noida residents urge GNIDA to fix parks in Beta 1, Gamma 1
Greater Noida residents protest poor park conditions in Beta 1, Gamma 1, and Pari Chowk to Surajpur. They cite debris, missing grass, and safety hazards. Read their demands.
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.
NGT panel suggests Rs 5 lakh/month fine for BMC over Powai Lake
An NGT-mandated committee recommends a Rs 5 lakh monthly fine per inlet for BMC if untreated sewage continues to flow into Mumbai's Powai Lake. Read the full report and the civic body's proposed action plan.
Best Photos from Around the World on December 5, 2025
A visual journey through December 5, 2025: From a grand welcome for President Putin in Varanasi to the full moon over Kolkata and global news events. See the day's most compelling images.
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.
First Flamingos Arrive in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai Wetlands
The season's first flamingos have landed in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, signalling the start of the annual pink season. Bird lovers celebrate as experts urge stronger wetland protection.
Uttarakhand HC Dissatisfied with Sukhatal Lake Progress
Uttarakhand High Court expresses dissatisfaction with Sukhatal Lake beautification progress, summons officials for December 3 hearing. Read the latest updates on the crucial wetland case.
Reviving Punjab's Lost Wetland Heritage
Punjab launches ambitious mission to restore its disappearing wetlands, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation to revive water ecosystems and biodiversity.
Odisha Plans Gangua Nullah Rejuvenation via Jaipur Model
Odisha government is transforming Bhubaneswar's polluted Gangua Nullah into an eco-friendly urban wetland, inspired by Jaipur's Amanishah Nullah revival. The project includes sewage treatment plants and flood management.
Rare Black-Headed Ibis Spotted in Thoothukudi
The sighting of the endangered Black-Headed Ibis in Thoothukudi's salt pans signals a major victory for wetland conservation and offers new hope for migratory birds in Tamil Nadu.
Powai Lake Seeks Ramsar Tag - Maharashtra Leads Initiative
Maharashtra government leads initiative to secure Ramsar recognition for Powai Lake, boosting Mumbai's environmental credentials and wetland conservation efforts.
Gogabeel Lake in Bihar declared Ramsar site
Gogabeel Lake in Bihar's Katihar district has been declared a Ramsar site, becoming the sixth wetland in the state to receive this international conservation recognition and marking a significant milestone for biodiversity protection in India.
Assam's Rowmari Donduwa Wetland Pushes for Ramsar Status
Discover why environmentalists and local communities are rallying to designate Assam's Rowmari Donduwa wetland complex as a Ramsar site, protecting its rich biodiversity and ecological significance for future generations.
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