Bhopal's vital Upper Lake, a Ramsar site, faces severe pollution from sewage & encroachments. NGT expresses displeasure at civic inaction despite repeated orders. Activists fight for its survival.
Sultanpur National Park's 2026 bird census reveals 69 waterbird species, the highest diversity since 2023. Experts warn human disturbance threatens numbers. Read more on conservation efforts.
Adivasi communities assert land rights amid exclusionary conservation policies. Explore the justice debate in India's forest governance. Read more for insights.
Kerala govt constitutes 30-member Ashtamudi Wetland Management Unit as per HC directive. Kollam collector to chair. Court adjourns contempt plea to Jan 22.
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.
Kerala High Court clarifies the State Wetland Authority's member secretary will act as CEO for Ashtamudi management unit, criticizing government delay. Read the full story.
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.
Tamil Nadu government plans a new Mangrove Conservation Centre in Pichavaram, aiming to boost eco-tourism and protect biodiversity. Read about the sustainable development plans.
Asian Waterbird Census spots over 9,000 birds along Yamuna floodplains, but warns of severe threats from pollution, mining, and habitat degradation. Read the full report.
Asian Waterbird Census in Delhi records 9,000+ birds but warns of habitat threats from mining, pollution, and degradation. Experts call for urgent conservation action.
Kerala High Court warns state govt to issue order for Ashtamudi wetland management committee by Wednesday or face court appearance. Read about the conservation crisis.
Powai Lake, a key Mumbai wetland, faces a severe threat from multiple invasive aquatic weeds. ICAR steps in with scientific assistance to combat the ecological crisis. Learn more about the rescue plan.
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.
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.
Kerala High Court demands state government's explanation for failing to form Ashtamudi wetland management committee. A contempt hearing is set for Tuesday. #Conservation #Kerala
Trichy's water bodies emerge as vital hubs for migratory birds, with a recent census counting 11,113 birds of 122 species. Discover how this boosts eco-tourism and underscores urgent conservation needs.
North Goa court orders Goa Tourism Development Corporation to stop Unity Mall construction in Chimbel after protests. The project faces legal challenges over wetland impact.
Bilaspur administration prohibits fishing in Kopra reservoir to protect its ecosystem after it was declared a Ramsar wetland. Authorities warn of legal action against violators.
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.
Following the 2025 Sambhar Festival, Jaipur Rural residents petition BJP MP Rao Rajendra Singh to declare the Ramsar site a bird sanctuary, citing urgent conservation needs to protect 340+ bird species and boost eco-tourism. Act now to save this vital eco
Eco-activist Balbir Singh Seechewal urges the Centre to declare 2026 as 'National River Conservation Year' to boost efforts for cleaning India's polluted rivers. Learn about his vision and the Kali Bein model.
India recorded 166 tiger fatalities in 2024, with over 60 occurring outside protected reserves. Discover the causes, state-wise data, and conservation challenges.
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
Gujarat's first survey of birds of prey on Jan 24-25 in 26 protected areas aims to establish a baseline for resident and migratory raptor conservation. A statewide survey is planned for next year.
Rajasthan's tourism festival at Sambhar Lake faces fierce opposition from conservationists for violating wetland protection laws during a critical bird breeding season. Learn about the legal battle and ecological impact.
Once thought extinct in Thailand, the elusive flat-headed cat has been captured on camera traps, revealing a breeding population. This conservation success highlights the importance of wetland protection. Discover the full story.
Mangaluru's forest department reports a significant rise in olive ridley turtle hatching rates to 74% this season through proactive conservation efforts. Discover how advanced planning is saving these endangered species.
Tigress PN-224 released into Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve, a milestone in India's second interstate tiger translocation project. Continuous monitoring underway.
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.
For over 20 years, India's Supreme Court and PMO have intervened to shield the ecologically fragile Aravalis from mining and construction. Discover the legal saga of conservation.