Archaeologists uncover 5,000-year-old whale hunting evidence in Brazil's Babitonga Bay, proving organized whaling existed far from Arctic regions. Bone harpoons and cut marks reveal sophisticated coastal societies.
The official trailer for the new English film 'Killer Whale' is out. Directed by Jo-Anne Brechin, it stars Virginia Gardner, Mel Jarnson, and Mitchell Hope. Watch it here.
Marine biologists discover orcas using kelp seaweed to 'massage' each other, a behaviour termed 'allokelping'. The study, published in Current Biology, reveals new depths of killer whale intelligence and social bonding. Read more about this fascinating oc
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.
Ahmedabad rural police arrested a Surat resident and seized 3.18 kg of banned whale ambergris valued at Rs 3.01 crore. The accused failed to produce legal documents. Read the full story.
Scientists using drones have detected a deadly virus in Arctic whales for the first time. The non-invasive method opens a new era for marine mammal research. Read more about the groundbreaking findings.
Gujarat emerges as a top birding hub with over 8.33 lakh local & migratory birds in 2024-25. Discover how conservation efforts made the state a safe haven for avian species.
Rajasthan govt alters National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary boundaries, denotifying 730 hectares to grant land titles to 40,000 households. Read how this historic move resolves decades-old issues.
A major bird survey in Karnataka's Ankasamudra Bird Sanctuary documented 155 species. Discover the key findings and conservation significance of this ornithological exercise.
Scientists use drones to collect whale breath, detecting a deadly virus in the Arctic for the first time. A non-invasive method revolutionises marine mammal research.
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
The skeletal remains discovered in Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary have been identified as Govind Lal, 55, missing for two months. Police suspect wild animal attack. Read the latest details.
Forest department's 'distance certificates' for commercial units near Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary face criticism for contradicting legal boundaries. Experts question validity. Read the full investigation.
Bihar's Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary gets NTCA's in-principle approval to become a tiger reserve. The move aims to boost big cat conservation and eco-tourism. Read more about the state's new wildlife initiatives.
The Indian government has declared Parvati-Arga Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) to protect its vital wetland ecosystem and migratory birds. Learn about the conservation benefits.
The 10-km eco-sensitive zone around the Ganga turtle sanctuary in Prayagraj, Bhadohi, and Mirzapur is undergoing fresh demarcation. The survey across 58 villages may reduce the protected area, impacting conservation and mining.
India is finalising permissions to translocate five African cheetahs from Botswana under Project Cheetah. The big cats are expected to arrive between January and February. Read the full story.
After a five-day disruption, Bhubaneswar's Sikharchandi picnic spot reopens as two wild tuskers return to Bharatpur forest. Forest officials used smart, non-forceful tactics to guide them back. Read how they did it.
Pimpri-Chinchwad Crime Branch arrests two with 1.38 kg of illegal ambergris, valued at Rs 1.3 crore. Probe ongoing to trace source and buyer network. Read the full details.
Kolhapur police and forest department arrest three men with ambergris, known as whale vomit, valued at Rs 5.24 crore in a Sunday operation. Read the full story.
Two tuskers from Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary entered Sikharchandi, Bhubaneswar, prompting an indefinite ban on picnics and visitor activities to prevent human-elephant conflict.
Odisha makes history by inducting its first all-women anti-poaching squad into Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. Trained for three months, these tribal women will combat wildlife crime. Read their inspiring story.
A high-level NBWL team visited Sagar to inspect the Sharavathi pumped storage project site in the lion-tailed macaque sanctuary. They met with the local MLA and environmentalists to discuss concerns.
Forest officials in Kolhapur, Sangli, and Satara ban visitor entry to wildlife sanctuaries on December 30 and 31 to prevent environmental damage and illegal activities. Read more.
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary launches its inaugural Haduk Mela, a community-driven festival celebrating Assamese culture, crafts, and cuisine. Discover how it empowers local villagers.
Former CM Champai Soren accuses Jharkhand govt of forcibly acquiring 830.92 acres of tribal land in Kolhan to compensate for Palamu mining. He alleges bypass of tribal governance and threat to livelihoods.
Gujarat regains 'Tiger State' status as NTCA confirms tiger presence in Ratanmahal. The state now hosts lions, tigers, and leopards. Read about the conservation milestone.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders inquiry into alleged cover-up after three blackbuck carcasses found near Basur Kaval sanctuary. Details inside.
Gujarat seeks NTCA's help to bring a tigress to Ratanmahal sanctuary to pair with a resident male tiger, aiming to re-establish a tiger population after decades of local extinction. Read the full story.
Vedanthangal bird sanctuary introduces online ticket booking to reduce crowding. Footfall rose to 1,30,000 last year. Read more about the new digital initiative and current bird sightings.