India has 718 snow leopards, 400 in Ladakh
India's first scientific survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh home to over half. Discover their habitat, diet, and how India is protecting this elusive mountain guardian.
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Leopard captured after fatal attack on child in Junnar
Forest Department captures male leopard in Junnar after a series of fatal attacks, including an 8-year-old boy. DNA tests pending. Read about the escalating human-leopard conflict in Pune district.
Leopard kills boy in Pune's Pargaon, villagers angry
An 8-year-old boy was killed in a leopard attack in Pune's Junnar. Forest officials trapped a leopard, but villagers demand long-term solutions to human-animal conflict. Read more.
Leopard Carcass Found in Nilgiris, Post-Mortem Conducted
A decomposed leopard carcass was discovered in the Kattabettu forest range of the Nilgiris. Forest officials and vets conducted an NTCA-guided necropsy. Read the full details of the find and investigation here.
₹2.78 Cr Libraries & Road Inaugurated in Nilgiris
Tamil Nadu Minister M P Saminathan inaugurated completed projects worth ₹2.78 crore in the Nilgiris, including two public libraries and a renovated 3km road. Read about the key developments for the region.
Leopard Cub Rescued from Well Near Nagpur
A 4-month-old leopard cub was rescued from a farm well in Kalmeshwar, Nagpur. Forest officials are now searching for its mother using camera traps. Read the full story.
Tiger Carcass Discovered in Karnataka Coffee Plantation
A tiger carcass was found in a Kodagu coffee estate, sparking a forest department probe. Officials suspect territorial fight or poisoning. Read the latest details.
Third child killed in Pune, Forest Dept seeks nod to eliminate leopard
An 8-year-old boy was killed in a leopard attack in Pune's Junnar, marking the third child death in two months. The Forest Department seeks permission to eliminate the animal as human-leopard conflict escalates. Read more.
India is home to 718 elusive snow leopards
India's first comprehensive survey finds 718 snow leopards, with Ladakh hosting over 400. Discover the conservation efforts protecting this endangered species.
8-year-old boy killed in leopard attack in Pune's Junnar
An 8-year-old boy was killed by a leopard in Pargaon village, Junnar. This is the fourth human death in leopard attacks in the region since October. Forest officials seek permission to eliminate the animal.
Nagpur Leopard Intrusions Prompt Safety Demands
Honorary wildlife wardens in Nagpur have submitted urgent measures to NMC after leopard attacks injured 7. They cite stray animals & garbage as key attractants. Read the full plan.
Pune Leopard Bibtya Becomes Viral AI Meme Star
Leopard sightings in Pune's Aundh and University areas led to panic, then a wave of hilarious AI-generated memes. Discover how 'Bibtya' became a viral symbol of city life.
Nilgiris villagers fight eviction, seek land rights
Ajjoor villagers in Nilgiris petition collector to halt forest department eviction, citing 200-year heritage and tax receipts. They threaten legal action if demands are not met.
Leopard rescued from coffee estate in Mysuru's H.D. Kote
A male leopard was safely rescued from a coffee estate in Mysuru's H.D. Kote taluk after a tense 6-hour operation by forest officials. Read about the successful wildlife rescue mission.
Leopard Returns to Pune Airport, Capture Chances High
A leopard has been sighted again at Pune airport. Forest officials say reduced flight noise due to the IndiGo crisis has made the big cat more relaxed, increasing capture chances. Read the full story.
AI Leopard Pic Sparks Panic in Coimbatore, Dept Warns
An AI-generated image of a leopard in a Coimbatore residential area caused panic. Forest officials warn against rumours and threaten legal action. Read the full story.
South African Experts Train Forest Staff on Leopard Conflict
Pune forest officials receive training from South African wildlife experts to tackle escalating human-leopard conflict in Junnar and urban sightings. Learn about the new strategies.
Bengal Tiger Found at 3,010m in Uttarakhand Glacier Valley
A camera trap in Uttarakhand's Sunderdhunga valley captured a Bengal tiger at 3,010m, a record high-altitude sighting. The find, part of a snow leopard study, highlights a healthy prey base and crucial ecological corridors. Read more.
Bengal Tiger Sighted at 9,875 ft in Uttarakhand's Bageshwar
A Bengal tiger was captured on camera at over 9,875 ft in Sunderdhunga Glacier Valley, marking the highest sighting in Bageshwar. This discovery raises key questions about wildlife movement and habitat shifts in the Himalayas. Read more about this signifi
Sanctuary Awards 2025: Leopard Photo Wins Top Prize
At the Sanctuary Wildlife Awards 2025 in Mumbai, a leopard photo won top prize. Expert Bittu Sahgal criticises Maharashtra's leopard sterilisation plan, blaming sugarcane farming for conflicts. Read more.
Pune Leopard Centre Severely Overcrowded, Violates Guidelines
Manikdoh Leopard Rescue Centre in Pune houses 113 leopards, double its capacity, forcing two big cats to share a single 250sqm enclosure. Officials cite a surge in human-animal conflicts. Read more.
Leopard kills 5-year-old boy at Coimbatore tea estate
A tragic leopard attack in Coimbatore's Valparai area claims the life of a 5-year-old boy. Forest officials launch search, recover body. Initial compensation announced for the grieving family from Assam.
Rats Damage Corpse in Haridwar Hospital Mortuary
A body in Haridwar district hospital's mortuary was gnawed by rats due to a damaged freezer, officials admit negligence. In a separate incident, a leopard attacked a 4-year-old in Pauri.
Uttarakhand deploys extra forest staff to curb wildlife conflict
Uttarakhand deploys 15+ personnel in 11 forest divisions after surge in human-wildlife conflicts. CAMPA funds equipment, school curriculum updates planned. Read the full strategy.
Leopard Roams Pune Housing Societies, Camera Traps Installed
A leopard was captured on CCTV in Pune's Pashan-Sutarwadi area early Friday. Forest officials confirm authenticity and install camera traps. Residents advised caution.
Female Elephant Carcass Found in Keonjjar, Electrocution Suspected
Forest officials discovered a young female elephant's carcass in Keonjhar's Kasada village. The 8-10 year old elephant is suspected to have been electrocuted. A post-mortem is scheduled to determine the exact cause of death.
Leopard sighting in Pune's Pashan, Sutarwadi; fake AI images warning
A leopard was spotted in Pune's Pashan and Sutarwadi areas on Friday. Forest officials confirm sighting, step up surveillance, and warn against fake AI-generated images spreading fear. Read for details and safety advice.
Uttarakhand MPs Seek Central Help Over Wildlife Attacks
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
New Sites Explored for Shifting Noorpur Bet Carcass Plant
Ludhiana's civic body is actively searching for new locations to relocate the Noorpur Bet carcass utilization plant. Find out the latest developments and resident concerns.
Leopard kills man in Pauri Garhwal, third death in a month
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
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