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Asiatic Lioness Dies in Hit-and-Run on Gujarat Highway

An Asiatic lioness was killed after being hit by a vehicle on the Bhavnagar-Somnath highway in Amreli. Forest officials are examining CCTV to find the driver. Read about the high-risk zone for wildlife.

Charr Walks Lion, Calls Out Tyson Fury for UK Fight

Heavyweight Mahmoud Charr, a survivor of an assassination attempt, dramatically challenged Tyson Fury while walking a lion. He demands Fury sign the contract for a UK bout. Read the full story.

Tigers to be introduced in Odisha's Debrigarh sanctuary

Odisha wildlife authorities are finalising plans to translocate tigers to Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The project includes a 120 km fence, villager sensitisation, and aims to create western Odisha's first tiger reserve.

166 Tiger Deaths in India in 2025: NTCA Data

India recorded 166 tiger deaths in 2025, a sharp rise of 40 from 2024. Madhya Pradesh saw the highest fatalities. Experts cite territorial pressure as a key cause. Read the full analysis.

Uttarakhand's Rising Leopard & Bear Attacks: A New Normal

Uttarakhand faces a surge in leopard and bear attacks, driven by tiger conservation success and village abandonment. Over 200 human deaths reported from 2014-2024. Explore the causes and holistic solutions needed.

Gujarat 2025: Tragedy and Triumph in Year-End Review

A year of contrasts for Gujarat: public anger over a bridge collapse and plane crash is balanced by the joy of winning National Games rights and Asiatic lion conservation success. Read the full report.

Lion King child star Imani Dia Smith murdered at 25

Imani Dia Smith, the Broadway actor who played young Nala in The Lion King, was fatally stabbed in New Jersey. Her boyfriend, Jordan D. Jackson-Small, 35, faces murder charges. A GoFundMe for her 3-year-old son has raised over $50,000.

Wildlife Panel Clears Rajaji Ropeway Despite NTCA Concerns

The Uttarakhand wildlife board has approved a ropeway in Rajaji Tiger Reserve, overriding strong objections from the National Tiger Conservation Authority. The project aims to boost tourism but raises serious conservation alarms.

Loco Pilots Save 6 Lions on Railway Track in Gujarat

Quick-thinking loco pilots averted a tragedy by stopping a passenger train just in time to save six Asiatic lions on the tracks in Bhavnagar division. Read how vigilance and coordination protect wildlife.

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