Persistent sewer overflow near Dundahera in Udyog Vihar 1 has created a hazardous, stinking mess for a week, crippling traffic and raising disease fears. Residents demand urgent action from HSIIDC. Read the full report.
Experts warn most Goa nightclubs are fire hazards, operating without NOCs. Design, pyrotechnics, and poor enforcement create deadly risks. Learn the safety gaps.
A UK coroner warns of lethal chemical exposure to mortuary workers from bodies of AI171 crash victims repatriated from India. Ministers urged to act within 56 days.
Five years after becoming a corporation, Tambaram still lacks basic drainage. Residents face sewage overflow, health risks, and high costs. A ₹750-crore project remains stalled. Read more.
Kerala High Court directs authorities to inspect illegal sale and lab certification of chemical kumkum at Sabarimala, Pamba, Nilackal, and Erumely. Reports due Monday.
Jessica Tyson, a former Miss World NZ, was filming a segment when a seagull struck her face, leaving a scar. The viral video sparked reactions online. Read the full story.
Discover all nine hornbill species found in Indian forests, from the iconic Great Hornbill to the endemic Narcondam. Learn where to spot them and their vital ecological roles.
Scientists uncover how birds like ibises use precise V-formation flight to save energy on long journeys. Discover the amazing teamwork behind this natural phenomenon.
Despite orders from rights commissions, waste dumping near Beemapally Nursery School in Thiruvananthapuram continues, posing severe health risks to children. Locals threaten protest. Read more.
A 12-year-old girl and her father died after electrocution from an overhead wire in Jalgaon's Aksanagar. A 9-year-old niece suffered burns. The family had moved in just two weeks ago.
Your balcony is not a storage room! Learn about 8 common items that pose serious fire, safety, and health risks when kept on balconies in Indian apartments.
Cornell University researchers develop an ultrablack textile absorbing 99.87% light, inspired by bird-of-paradise feathers. This flexible fabric could revolutionise fashion, solar tech, and camouflage.
Forest officials in Odisha's Jajpur district arrested three youths for poaching 14 migratory birds. This is the first case detected in Dalijodi forest range this winter. Read more.
A 35-year-old man died in an explosion at Pulgaon's Central Ammunition Depot during scrap collection, highlighting the persistent danger of civilian intrusion into restricted zones. Authorities urge residents to stay away.
Thousands of protected migratory seagulls, known locally as 'samudra kaage', have arrived in large numbers on the beaches of Keni and Belekeri in Karnataka's Ankola taluk. Witness this spectacular natural phenomenon.
A Telangana quarry stopped operations, sacrificing Rs 35 lakh, to protect a rock eagle owl's nest with five eggs. Discover the story of this conservation miracle near Hyderabad.
Students in Gadag district engage in 15-month arts projects on bird ecology and local printing, funded by India Foundation for Arts. Their creative learnings will be showcased through exhibitions and publications.
NCSCM submits a draft Ecologically Sensitive Zone map for Pulicat Bird Sanctuary, a crucial step following Supreme Court orders to protect fragile ecosystems while safeguarding local communities' livelihoods. Read more.
Ludhiana's Public Action Committee files contempt petition against MC & officials for violating NGT order, risking floods and health crises. Read the full report.
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.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport reports stable bird-strike numbers in 2025, with Aug-Oct being critical. Learn how a multi-layered wildlife management program is ensuring aircraft safety.
Eight students in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district fell ill after inhaling toxic fumes from burnt expired medicines at a nearby health centre. Read about the incident and the demand for an inquiry.
The coppersmith barbet is now Amravati's official city bird after winning an online poll. Discover how this vibrant bird triumphed and what it means for urban biodiversity.
A rare striated grassbird sighting in Gadchiroli's Chaprala sanctuary marks a major range extension for Maharashtra. The citizen science survey also documented over 140 species.
A massive Himalayan Griffon Vulture, native to Tibet, was rescued in Ajmer, Rajasthan. The healthy bird, with a 7-foot wingspan, will be returned to its high-altitude habitat. Read the full story.
East Khasi Hills DM issues order banning overloaded hay trucks in Shillong to prevent fire hazards and road litter. Violators face prosecution under BNS.
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
Discover Chennai's lesser-known birding hotspots at Otteri Lake, SRMC campus & Melmaruvathur tank hosting thousands of migratory birds. Plan your winter birdwatching now!
Thousands of migratory birds including Siberian pelicans and rare species have arrived at Pohu Garh, Asia's first natural zoo in Assam. Witness this breathtaking spectacle between November and February.
Shree Airlines flight makes emergency landing after bird strike at Nepal's Tribhuvan Airport. All 179 passengers and crew safe. Investigation underway.