A joint security operation in Gaya's Maoist-hit forests destroyed opium crops over 4.6 acres. SSP Anand Kumar spearheads 'Operation Clean', bringing total clearance to 8.74 acres. Read the full report.
Kolkata's Rabindra Sarobar sees a worrying dip in migratory bird species, from 79 in 2020 to 72 in 2023. Birders blame habitat destruction and urge immediate conservation action to save this urban biodiversity hotspot.
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.
The critically endangered Great Indian Bustard faces extinction due to habitat loss and fatal collisions with power lines. Can India save its iconic bird without sacrificing energy infrastructure? Read more.
Greater Flamingos and other migratory birds have abandoned Telangana's lakes for 3+ years. Experts blame destructive 'beautification' projects destroying natural habitats. Read the full report.
A 1,300-km anti-drug cycle yatra concludes in Andhra Pradesh. Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu vows a drug-free state, as police report massive cannabis destruction and asset seizures.
Tehran issues a stark warning of widespread destruction following former US President Donald Trump's 'locked and loaded' comment on Iran protests. Tensions escalate.
Over 100 acres of paddy seedlings in Medak's Pochamryal village destroyed by weedicide. Farmers suspect election revenge. Officials investigate unprecedented agricultural vandalism.
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.
Divers documented a stunning rocky seabed habitat with 30+ fish species near Thiruvananthapuram. Local fishermen call it Panthakallu. Experts urge protection from port expansion.
Yalburga taluk health officer Dr Shivakumar V faces charges for allegedly destroying DNA evidence in a gang-rape case. Four men were arrested for the November 17 crime. Read the full investigation details.
A 58-year-old man and his four brothers arrested in Berhampur for allegedly beating his wife to death over a petty dispute and later cremating the body to destroy evidence. Police seize auto-rickshaw and bamboo used in crime.
A Koppal government doctor allegedly destroyed 16 crucial forensic items, including DNA samples, in a home guard's gang rape case. Police say he was 'hand in glove' with the accused. Read the full details.
A Koppal government doctor allegedly destroyed 16 crucial forensic items, including DNA samples, in a home guard's gang rape case. Police say he acted 'hand in glove' with the accused. Read the full investigation details.
Two PWD road projects threaten to fell 6,300 trees in Rajaji Tiger Reserve's core zone, raising alarms over impact on tigers, elephants, and habitat fragmentation. Read more.
Vadodara police crushed liquor worth Rs 1.71 crore using road rollers to send a strong message to bootleggers ahead of New Year. Over Rs 7.5 crore worth of alcohol has been destroyed in the city in 2025. Read the full story.
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.
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre instructs officials to tackle land grabbing and encroachments, highlighting threats to wildlife habitats in Tumakuru. Read the full story.
Powerful holiday storms in Southern California cause flash floods, mudslides, and destruction. Governor Newsom declares emergency. Read the latest updates and impacts.
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.
A new Wildlife Institute of India study reveals habitat loss has turned sporadic human-elephant conflicts into a major menace in Jharkhand. Learn the key findings and solutions.
Wildlife experts reveal how Pune's cold winter and persistent fog are contributing to increased leopard sightings near urban areas. Discover the complex ecological reasons behind this trend.
The historic Saryu-Gomti wetland in Bageshwar, once a haven for Siberian birds, lies silent due to illegal mining. Locals mourn the loss of biodiversity and tourism. Read the full investigation.
India urges dialogue after Thailand military allegedly destroys Lord Vishnu statue in disputed border area. Read India's official statement and the latest updates.
Tamil Nadu's Narcotics Intelligence Bureau incinerated 2,106 kg of seized ganja near Trichy. The massive drug destruction follows 289 recent cases. Read the full report on the state's crackdown.
A Ludhiana court sentences three men to life for murdering a head constable in 2022. Two women get 2 years jail for destroying evidence. Read the full details of the violent ambush and trial.
Owner of a premises near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve core area accused of violating SC & NTCA norms by moving construction material through protected forest and draining waste into tiger habitat. Activists plan legal action.
Discover the Rinkhals, South Africa's adaptable snake that spits venom, feigns death, and thrives in suburbs. Learn about its unique survival tactics, habitat, and diet.
Astronomers witness a star's destruction near a spinning black hole, revealing space-time twisting predicted by Einstein's theory of general relativity. A breakthrough for gravity studies.
Punjab & Haryana High Court examines if NGT can strike down Punjab's farmhouse policy. Petitioners warn of irreversible damage to state's low forest cover. Details inside.