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Rs 2,000 Crore Plan to Restore Chilika Lake Ecosystem
Odisha government, with IIT Madras, drafts a Rs 2,000 crore project to restore Chilika lagoon's ecosystem, boost fisheries, and promote sustainable tourism. Key interventions planned.
Punjab Wildlife Sanctuary Renamed for Guru Tegh Bahadur
Punjab's Jhajjar-Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary is now Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Wildlife Sanctuary. The 289-acre sanctuary spans three villages in Rupnagar district. Read more about this tribute.
Odisha's 6th National Chilika Bird Festival 2026 Kicks Off
Odisha's 6th National Chilika Bird Festival 2026 inaugurated, highlighting conservation-led tourism, global participation, and community-driven initiatives like the Chilika Boat Race. Explore Asia's largest lagoon.
Wildlife Corridor Plan for Gurgaon-Faridabad Road After Leopard Deaths
Haryana's wildlife department urges NHAI to redesign the Gurgaon-Faridabad Road as a wildlife corridor with underpasses and speed control after a series of fatal leopard accidents. Read the full plan.
Odisha seeks Centre's help for Chilika Lake revival plan
Odisha ministers met FM Nirmala Sitharaman seeking central support for Chilika Lake conservation. IIT Madras study reveals severe siltation threatening Asia's largest lagoon. Read more.
5 Must-Visit Migratory Bird Hotspots in India This Winter
Discover India's top winter sanctuaries for migratory birds. From Bharatpur to Chilika, explore where thousands of winged visitors flock. Plan your birdwatching trip now!
Snake Found in Mumbai Washing Machine, Expert Rescues
A non-venomous Indian rat snake was rescued from a washing machine in an Andheri home. Wildlife expert Prabhu Swami safely released it, highlighting urban wildlife encounters. Learn safety tips.
Chilika Intensifies Patrols to Stop Bird Poaching for New Year
Wildlife authorities in Chilika have launched a massive 24x7 anti-poaching operation with drones and 80 personnel to safeguard lakhs of migratory birds during the New Year 2026 demand surge. Read how they're protecting the avian visitors.
Man dies after falling from Chilika floating bridge vessel
A 58-year-old man from Berhampur died after falling from a floating bridge vessel in Chilika lake near Satapada. The incident highlights safety concerns on the risky Janhikuda-Satapada water route. Read the full report.
Haryana gets Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 poaching cases
An RTI reveals Haryana secured Rs 10 lakh compensation from 411 wildlife poaching cases in 5 years. Yet, low conviction rates and delayed trials raise concerns over enforcement. Read more.
Indian Star Tortoises rescued from Vadodara home
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.
Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards 2025 Winners Announced
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards saw record entries, crowning hilarious animal photos while supporting global conservation. See the funniest shots!
Man arrested for poaching birds in Chilika Lake
Wildlife officials in Chilika arrested a man for shooting migratory birds. Two carcasses and a gun were seized. This is the third such case in two weeks.
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.
Karnataka officials boost wildlife crime coordination
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Arunachal's Hidden Wildlife Sanctuaries Revealed
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!
Hyderabad's Illegal Monitor Lizard Meat Trade Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals thriving illegal monitor lizard meat trade in Hyderabad markets. Poaching drives species decline despite strict wildlife protection laws with severe penalties.
Belagavi Blackbuck Deaths: Urgent Wildlife Safeguards Needed
Recent blackbuck fatalities in Belagavi highlight systemic failures in captive wildlife management. Karnataka must strengthen protection measures immediately to prevent future tragedies.
Vantara Docuseries Reveals Gujarat's Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore Vantara's 3,500-acre wildlife sanctuary through a new docuseries on JioHotstar. Witness rescue, rehabilitation and conservation efforts led by Anant Ambani and hosted by Forrest Galante.
7 Blackbucks May Be Infected in Karnataka Bacterial Outbreak
CCF Manjunath Chavan reveals remaining blackbucks may have bacterial infection after expert post-mortem. Learn about the conservation crisis unfolding in Karnataka.
Rhesus Monkeys Get Legal Protection Back in India
National Board for Wildlife recommends restoring Rhesus Macaque protection under Schedule II. Expert Mewa Singh explains their ecological role and conflict management strategies.
Rare Asiatic Caracal Spotted in Rajasthan After 20 Years
A critically endangered Asiatic caracal was photographed at Ramgarh in Jaisalmer, marking its first sighting in two decades. This discovery highlights conservation success.
Last wolf from deadly pack shot dead in Bahraich
Uttar Pradesh Forest Department eliminates final wolf from pack responsible for 8 deaths. Officials deployed drones, traps in massive operation to protect villagers.
Bengaluru Nature Festival Bridges Human-Wildlife Divide
Bengaluru's upcoming Nature Festival 2024 will spotlight urban biodiversity and human-wildlife coexistence through workshops, exhibitions and expert talks from March 1-3 at Bal Bhavan.
Activists oppose Kerala Wildlife Protection Amendment Bill
Environmental activists submit formal plea to Kerala Governor against Wildlife Protection Amendment Bill, alleging pressure from vested interest groups. Read the full story.
Leopard injures woman through safari bus window
A 22-year-old woman was injured when a leopard pawed through an open safari bus window at Bannerghatta Biological Park. The incident raises safety concerns about wildlife tourism protocols.
SC Directs Jharkhand to Create Saranda Wildlife Sanctuary
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare 126 compartments in Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary within 3 months, protecting 1,000 sq km of biodiversity.
Best Places to See Dolphins in India
Discover India's best dolphin-watching spots from Chilika to Goa. Our guide reveals where and when to see Irrawaddy, Gangetic & more dolphins in the wild.
Karnataka Forest Officials Missing from Conflict Areas
Top Karnataka forest officials absent from human-animal conflict zones, sparking debate between wildlife activists and department. Learn how this affects conflict mitigation efforts.
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