Bengaluru's Call to Action: Protect Urban Wildlife Now
Bengaluru citizens are urged to protect urban wildlife like snakes, birds, and monkeys. Learn how simple actions can save 185 species in India's tech capital.
Bengaluru citizens are urged to protect urban wildlife like snakes, birds, and monkeys. Learn how simple actions can save 185 species in India's tech capital.
Wildlife Rescue Trust volunteers seized two protected Indian star tortoises from a Sayajibaug employee's house in Vadodara. The reptiles were handed over to forest officials. Read the full story.
Senior Maoist leader Ganesh Uike, carrying a Rs 1.1 crore bounty, was killed in a Kandhamal encounter. This marks a major blow to the insurgent group in Odisha. Read for details.
Delhi Police Special Cell injured two wanted criminals in an encounter in Narela. The accused, involved in multiple heinous crimes, were arrested. Read the full details.
Delhi Police arrested two wanted criminals after an encounter in Narela. Arms and ammunition were recovered. Read the full details of the operation.
Two Maoists from Chhattisgarh carrying a combined bounty of Rs 23.65 lakh were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Kandhamal's Gumma forest. This marks the second such encounter in the district this year.
A Bengaluru NGO has launched a fully-equipped wildlife ambulance with an onboard vet to rescue distressed animals and reduce human-animal conflict in the city. Read how this innovative service is changing urban wildlife conservation.
Two inter-district criminals, each carrying a reward of Rs 25,000, were arrested after a police encounter in Bhadohi's Kotwali area. Shivam Bharatiya was injured in retaliatory firing. Read the full details.
A tigress halted a police patrol in Wardha's Ashti taluka, standing guard as her cubs crossed. Police showed restraint, ensuring safety. Read the full story and learn about the official caution for night travel.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Uttar Pradesh police conducted three separate encounters in Saharanpur, Bulandshahr, and Ballia, resulting in two deaths and five arrests. Key details on the operations and recoveries inside.
Anil Kumble launches a dedicated wildlife ambulance in Bengaluru. This 24x7 service, a Tekion-Praana initiative, aims to tackle human-animal conflict and rescue exotic species. Read how it works.
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards saw record entries, crowning hilarious animal photos while supporting global conservation. See the funniest shots!
Notre Dame professor Ettore Maria Mazzola emphasized balancing urban regeneration with cultural identity at an IIA Bihar lecture. Learn how Indian cities can grow without losing their soul.
Notre Dame professor Ettore Maria Mazzola emphasizes urban conservation to maintain regional identity during regeneration. Learn how Indian cities can balance development with heritage.
Security forces neutralized three Naxalites, including a woman, in an ongoing encounter in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district. Details of the operation are emerging.
Andhra Pradesh High Court adjourns PIL seeking judicial inquiry into the encounter killings of Maoist leader Madvi Hidma and five others. Next hearing scheduled for next week.
Key accused in the murder of kabaddi player Rana Balachauria was injured in a police encounter in Mohali's Kharar. The incident occurred during an attempt to arrest him. Read the full details.
Security forces in Jammu & Kashmir are on high alert following an encounter in Udhampur. Heavy deployment and search operations are underway across the region. Stay updated on the latest developments.
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
A 50-hectare urban forest, Nagar Van Merakum Tzuin, launched in Mokokchung village. The project aims to boost biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Nagaland's urban landscape. Read more.
The Centre's NAKSHA programme uses drone surveys to create digital urban land records, aiming to curb illegal construction and simplify property deals for 600 million future city dwellers. Read how it works.
A criminal carrying a reward of ₹75,000 was killed in a police encounter in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli district. The incident occurred in Kairana area. Read the full details.
The Nagari – Future Cities Conclave in Delhi brought together policymakers & experts to discuss resilient, sustainable, and people-focused urban transformation for India. Explore the key insights.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Discover Arunachal Pradesh's untouched wilderness with 6 hidden wildlife sanctuaries housing rare species like red pandas, tigers, and exotic birds. Perfect for nature lovers seeking adventure!
A viral video shows a wild gaur charging at a parked scooty near Bannerghatta National Park in Bengaluru. Watch the dramatic encounter that highlights urban-wildlife conflict.
Exclusive investigation reveals thriving illegal monitor lizard meat trade in Hyderabad markets. Poaching drives species decline despite strict wildlife protection laws with severe penalties.
A leopard was spotted twice on Pune International Airport premises on November 19. Forest department has installed trap cages and camera traps, warning airport and IAF authorities about precautionary measures.
Ashwin Mahesh analyzes India's urban crisis where trust deficit makes citizens see every issue as systemic failure. Read how this cycle affects governance.