Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
Chakradharpur railway division officials were honoured by WTI for halting multiple trains to allow a herd of 22 elephants safe crossing near the Jharkhand-Odisha border. Read about this commendable conservation effort.
Amid criticism of its Aravalli ruling, the Supreme Court of India maintained a firm stance on environmental protection in 2025, ordering probes, banning mining, and safeguarding wildlife corridors from Uttarakhand to the Nilgiris. Explore the key interven
The Ukraine conflict has forced endangered Egyptian vultures to change their migratory path, with Rajasthan's deserts becoming their primary wintering ground. Discover the findings of a new study.
Forest officials in Kozhikode deploy additional trap cage to capture tiger responsible for killing a tribesman. Round-the-clock patrols and safety measures, including rear-facing masks, are underway. Read the latest updates.
For nearly a month, 60 forest personnel in Shivamogga's Sagar division have been tracking three elephants destroying crops across four ranges. Experts warn of corridor disruption. Read more.
Kerala's chief wildlife warden permits capture of tiger that killed a man in Wayanad. Forest department intensifies patrols, installs cages. Read the latest updates.
Aam Aadmi Party criticizes the central government's proposal to declare an Eco-Sensitive Zone around Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary, calling it a threat to Chandigarh's green cover and a move against public interest.
Chandigarh administration grants environment clearance for PGIMER's state-of-the-art critical care block. The ₹200-crore project, monitored by PMO, will feature 184 beds and advanced medical facilities. Read more.
Heavy snowfall in Himachal's Dhauladhar Sanctuary triggers seasonal migration, leaving endangered species vulnerable to increased poaching threats. Read about the conservation crisis.
The 2025 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards saw record entries, crowning hilarious animal photos while supporting global conservation. See the funniest shots!
Karnataka govt imposes a complete ban on outsider entry to Vajrapoha Falls, an eco-sensitive zone in Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary, following reports of wildlife harassment. Read more.
In a shocking discovery, 80 turtles were found concealed in sacks at Pt Deendayal Upadhyay Junction in Chandauli. The forest department has taken custody and plans to release them at Sarnath Turtle Sanctuary. Read the full story.
A 7-year-old girl was killed by a leopard in Bahraich's Ayodhyapurva village. This marks the 5th fatal human-leopard conflict in the district this year. Read about the incident and forest department's response.
Congress MP Shaktisinh Gohil raises urgent concern in Rajya Sabha over the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. Only 3 females remain in Kutch sanctuary. Read the full story.
The Centre has sought clarifications from Punjab on the Sukhna ESZ proposal, causing further delays. Residents of Kansal and Naya Gaon protest the 1km limit, fearing loss of land value and livelihood.
In a landmark event, Dewas forest officials document first sighting of rare Dholes in Kheoni wildlife sanctuary, indicating a thriving ecosystem. Read more.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss clashes with Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino during a federal operation. Watch the confrontation that highlights US immigration tensions. Read the full story.
Union government reveals Goa diverted 183 hectares of forest land for 34 non-forest projects, including an airport and railway lines, since April 2021. Details on compensatory afforestation inside.
Forest officials in Kabirdham district discovered carcasses of two gaurs and a leopard in suspected live-wire poaching. Two suspects detained as investigation exposes protection gaps. Read the full report.
Gujarat's Khijadiya bird sanctuary, a Ramsar site, saw over 52,400 visitors in 2024-25. Bird species rose to 332. It will be a model at Vibrant Gujarat Conference.
Tragic night in Jharkhand as wild elephants trample five people to death in separate incidents in Ramgarh and Ranchi districts. Officials confirm the fatalities. Read the full report.
Wildlife conservationist files complaint over illegal tourism in Bhimgad's Eco-Sensitive Zone near Vajrapoha Falls. Tourists trespass, swim, light fires, disturbing tiger corridor. Officials accused of inaction.
Football legend Lionel Messi made a special visit to the Vantara animal sanctuary in Jamnagar, Gujarat. He performed a traditional puja with Anant Ambani and explored the rescue facility.
Srirangapatna Bird Sanctuary in Mandya witnesses a higher influx of migratory birds this season, with over 2,700 birds from 32 species recorded. Ideal weather and water levels create perfect habitat. Plan your visit during the peak season from Dec 20 to J
Tiger attacks on livestock escalate in Mhadei region near Goa. Two cows killed in Surla, buffaloes attacked in Kankumbi. Forest officials assess compensation.
An NGO has filed a complaint alleging that ESZ monitoring committees for Kudremukh park and Someshwara sanctuary were formed without government approval. Learn the details and implications.
Waterman of India Dr Rajendra Singh conferred the Sanctuary Lifetime Service Award for his five-decade river revival work. Discover his journey and impact.
Navi Mumbai's iconic flamingo habitats face destruction due to bureaucratic delays. Conservationists warn urgent action is needed to save the wetlands and the city's identity.
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.