Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
India mourns the loss of Professor Madhav Gadgil, a pioneering ecologist whose work on the Western Ghats and community-led conservation shaped national policy. His legacy inspires.
Former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. criticizes the film Moneyball, arguing it overemphasized analytics and ignored real star talent, changing baseball for the worse. Read his full take.
The late biologist Madhav Gadgil's 1990s seminar in Betla National Park finalised proposals that became the foundation for India's Biodiversity Act, 2002. Explore his lasting legacy.
Goa's Green Glow festival on Jan 10 features film screenings, a green-skilling workshop, and an award. Join students, teachers & filmmakers for ecological preservation.
Renowned ecologist Madhav Gadgil, a Padma Bhushan awardee, was cremated with state honours in Pune. Colleagues remember his legacy in biodiversity conservation and environmental governance. Read more.
WWE legend Victoria confirmed a brief 2002 romance with John Cena. Explore their careers, net worth, and where they are now in 2025. Read more!
Asian Waterbird Census reveals a 50% drop in bird population at Dhanauri wetland near Noida. Encroachment and upcoming airport threaten this key migratory stop. Urgent conservation needed.
Anupam Singh, a Kargil War medal recipient, finally gets a hearing after being excluded from the 2002 voter list due to military service. Read his inspiring story of perseverance.
The Indian giant squirrel, Shekru, was officially documented in Pune's Atwan region during the 2026 tiger survey, indicating robust forest health. Read about this significant ecological find.
The 4th Surat Literature Festival returns from Jan 9-11, 2026, at VNSGU with Pratik Gandhi, Sudipto Sen & more. Explore the full schedule, cultural events, and a biodiversity workshop. Read more!
A serving Block Development Officer in Darjeeling's Lava was seen queuing for a Special Intensive Revision hearing after being flagged as an 'unmapped voter'. The rare incident raises questions on voter registration processes. Read the full details.
Scientists identify Calamaria mizoramensis, a new non-venomous reed snake in Mizoram, hidden since 2008. Discovery highlights India's rich, unexplored biodiversity. Read more.
The Asian Waterbird Census 2026 shows a worrying drop in species and numbers at Surajpur and Yamuna wetlands. Experts blame pollution and human disturbance. Read the full report.
Over 800 students from 150 Mumbai University colleges are mapping local flora in a major survey. Data will create a real-time biodiversity register for civic authorities. #ClimateAction
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
A new study documents the first-ever sighting of Wallophis brachyura and Calliophis melanurus snakes in Rajasthan's Pratapgarh district, highlighting the region's rich biodiversity.
A Kolkata family, including a 70-year-old man and a toddler, attends an electoral hearing for Taniya Dey, highlighting voter data mismatch issues. Read their full story.
A rare Egyptian vulture, an endangered species, was recorded for the first time at Pune's Mahatma Tekdi. The sighting highlights the hill's role as a crucial urban biodiversity hotspot. Discover Pune's avian wonders!
Karnataka govt sanctions Rs 50 crore for Bengaluru's third-largest biodiversity park in Madappanahalli. Cabinet also approves a fully subsidised 1000-bed organ transplant hospital with Azim Premji Foundation. Read more.
Kurukshetra's sacred water bodies become a biodiversity hotspot each winter, hosting over 150 migratory bird species from Siberia & Central Asia. Discover this avian paradise!
Scientists unveiled remarkable new species in 2025, including a carbon-sequestering sea cow fossil, a high-altitude mouse opossum, and live-birthing toads. Explore these biodiversity breakthroughs.
The NMC has issued a corrigendum for Indian students enrolled in BS medical courses abroad before Nov 2021. They must clear the 2002 Screening Test and complete an extra internship year in India.
Wallace's giant bee, the world's largest, was rediscovered in Indonesia after decades. Learn about its unique biology, habitat, and why its survival matters for our ecosystem.
Haryana launches the Aravali Green Wall Project to combat desertification and land degradation by 2030. Minister Rao Narbir Singh details plans for biodiversity, water security, and youth employment.
Scientists from ZSI discover Bathygobius meggeti fish species for the first time in India near Gopalpur, Odisha. The find highlights ecological importance of artificial rocky habitats. Read more.
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
A photo exhibition in Madurai showcased a thriving 60-acre man-made forest at MKU, documenting 145 insect species. Experts stress public participation is key for urban conservation. Discover how locals are rebuilding green cover.
Discover how Arshiya Bose's initiative ensures fair pay, boosts women's roles, and promotes biodiversity among Karnataka's small coffee growers. A story of sustainable change.
A rare Sirkeer Malkoha bird, typically found in plains, has been recorded for the first time in Uttarkashi district. Forest officials cite climate change as a possible cause. Discover the details.