Rajasthan Halts New Administrative Units for Census
Rajasthan govt freezes creation of new districts, tehsils & boundary changes until 2027 Census. Details on the two-phase exercise and what's exempted. Read more.
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Phase I of Sixth All India Tiger Estimation Begins in TN
Tamil Nadu starts the first phase of the national tiger census, surveying reserves and forest divisions for prey density and carnivore signs. Join the conservation effort.
Israel's Population Crosses 10 Million Mark in 2026
Israel's population officially exceeded 10 million people at the start of 2026, a significant demographic milestone driven by a high birth rate and immigration. Discover the data and its implications.
China Raises Condom Prices to Encourage More Children
China is reportedly increasing condom prices as part of a strategy to reverse its declining birth rate. Experts debate the effectiveness of this controversial policy. Read more.
Sports Governance Act Partially Effective From Jan 1
India's landmark National Sports Governance Act partially takes effect from January 1, 2026, establishing a new framework for sports bodies, a National Sports Board, and a Tribunal. Read about the key changes.
UN Warns Pakistan of Urgent Population Challenge
UNFPA report reveals Pakistan's population may reach 400 million by 2063, stressing urgent need for family planning and women's empowerment to avert a crisis.
200 Join Madurai's Synchronized Wetland Bird Census 2025
Nearly 200 volunteers, including students and experts, participated in Tamil Nadu's synchronized wetland bird census in Madurai, aiming to track species trends and boost conservation efforts.
Palamu District Forms Census Cell with Nodal Officer
Palamu district establishes a dedicated census cell with nodal officer and master trainers for the upcoming digital census operations in Jharkhand. Learn about the key appointments and two-stage process.
Tamil Nadu's 2025-26 Synchronized Bird Census Begins
Tamil Nadu initiates a synchronized bird census in two phases, covering wetlands and terrestrial areas. The count is crucial for conservation efforts. Read the full details.
Tiger count at Valmiki Reserve jumps from 8 to 54
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve sees a conservation triumph as tiger numbers skyrocket from 8 in 2010 to 54 in 2022. Officials credit habitat management and security. Read the full story.
Bhitarkanika National Park closed Jan 8-10 for croc census
Bhitarkanika National Park in Odisha's Kendrapada district will be off-limits to tourists from January 8 to 10 for the annual saltwater crocodile census. Over 22 teams will conduct a detailed count using advanced methods. Read more.
NZ Census: 'No Religion' Majority, Christian Numbers Decline
New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.
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.
Forest Guard Attacked by Tiger in Bandhavgarh Reserve
A forest guard was grievously injured in a tiger attack in Bandhavgarh's Manpur buffer zone during a patrol. He is receiving specialized treatment in Jabalpur. Read about the incident and the safety protocols activated.
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.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve begins annual tiger census with 400 cameras
Valmiki Tiger Reserve in West Champaran starts a 90-day tiger census using 400 night-vision camera traps across 898 sq km to track big cats and assess prey population. Read the details.
Tiger Corridor Census Shows Strong Big Cat Presence in MP
A crucial tiger census in central India reveals significant tiger and leopard signs across Indore, Dewas, and Burhanpur. This vital corridor connects key reserves, ensuring genetic diversity and species survival. Read the full findings.
Bihar's Bhumihar Brahmin Caste Name Row Intensifies
Bihar's upper caste panel defers decision on using 'Bhumihar Brahmin' in official records. Key Bhumihar organizations threaten protests, citing 1931 census data. Read the full story.
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.
Lucknow's Urban Area Expands for Census 2027
Peripheral towns and villages near Lucknow will be included in the 2027 Census as part of the urban agglomeration, reflecting the city's growth. A similar approach will be adopted across Uttar Pradesh.
SC to Hear Plea for Intersex Inclusion in Census
India's Supreme Court agrees to hear a plea for including 'intersex' as a category in the national census. The Centre's Solicitor General did not oppose the move. Read the full details.
Bhubaneswar to Build Shelters for 1,600 Stray Dogs
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation seeks land for permanent shelters for stray dogs following Supreme Court orders. The city's dog population is 47,126, far above the national average. Read more.
Joshi: Congress 'High Without Command', Defends SIR Census
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi criticizes Congress over internal power struggles and clarifies the Centre's stance on the EC-led SIR census and MLA poaching allegations. Read the full details.
Swiss Population Cap Plan Gains 48% Support Ahead of Vote
Nearly half of Switzerland supports a right-wing plan to cap the population at 10 million, setting up a crucial vote in 2025. The move targets immigration but faces government warnings of economic damage.
Guntur's Biggest Expansion in 15 Years with 11 Villages
Guntur Municipal Corporation fast-tracks merger of 11 villages before Dec 31 census deadline. The move aims to resolve infrastructure and governance issues in the urbanising outskirts. Read the full story.
UPSC Key: IndiGo FDTL Crisis, India-Russia Ties, Census Delay
Essential UPSC insights for Dec 5: IndiGo's flight chaos due to new pilot rules, Modi-Putin strategic talks, the critical delay of Census 2027, and the push for flex-fuel vehicles. Stay exam-ready.
BJP to Challenge Siddaramaiah's Ahinda Record in Assembly
BJP legislators plan adjournment motion to debate Ahinda communities' condition, alleging Siddaramaiah's policies hinder upliftment. Key issues: SC/ST funds, OBC reservation, caste census.
Manipur MP Demands Census Recognition for Sanamahi Religion
Manipur's Rajya Sabha MP Leishemba Sanajaoba urges the Centre to include the indigenous Meitei faith 'Sanamahi' as a separate religion in the census for accurate representation and cultural preservation.
HC Questions Village Polls Based on Old Census Data
Telangana High Court directs batch of petitions challenging gram panchayat seat reservations to a division bench. Petitioners argue seats reserved for non-existent populations.
Dhar District Begins Major Wildlife Census in Forest Areas
Dhar forest department starts a comprehensive wildlife census covering 100,000 hectares. 200 personnel to use camera traps for tigers & leopards, aiding future conservation plans. #WildlifeCensus #MadhyaPradesh
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