Yangchen Lachungpa, a key figure in global wildlife smuggling, was captured in Lachung, Sikkim, ending a 10-year international manhunt. Her arrest exposes a vast trafficking network linking India to China.
After a decade-long hunt, Interpol-wanted trafficker Yangchen Lachungpa was arrested near the India-China border. The operation exposed a global smuggling network for tiger parts and pangolin scales. Read the full story.
The US military confirmed a strike that killed four men on a vessel suspected of carrying illicit narcotics along a known trafficking route in the Eastern Pacific on December 5, 2025.
Alipurduar court convicts nine individuals in four separate wildlife crime cases, sentencing each to three years in jail and a Rs 50,000 fine for offenses involving hog deer, tokay geckos, barking deer, and a pangolin.
Karnataka Forest Department, WCCB and CID Forest wing meet to improve coordination in tackling wildlife crime. Enhanced investigation and prosecution strategies discussed.
Discover Arunachal Pradesh's untouched wilderness with 6 hidden wildlife sanctuaries housing rare species like red pandas, tigers, and exotic birds. Perfect for nature lovers seeking adventure!
Banda police arrest Balram, accomplice in human trafficking case where woman was sold for Rs 1.38 lakh and forced into marriage. Key details and ongoing investigation revealed.
Assam police arrest Peter Sona, alleged mastermind of child trafficking network targeting tea garden communities. Six accomplices previously captured in major crackdown.
Vakola police rescued a 5-year-old girl kidnapped from pavement, arrested six including maternal uncle and doctor in child trafficking case. Read the shocking details.
Exclusive investigation reveals thriving illegal monitor lizard meat trade in Hyderabad markets. Poaching drives species decline despite strict wildlife protection laws with severe penalties.
Gujarat Police arrest mastermind behind trafficking over 500 Indians to Myanmar and Cambodia through fake job offers. Learn how the racket operated and victims were rescued.
Silchar police rescue a baby boy from a childless couple after his father and stepmother allegedly tried to sell him. One arrest made, manhunt underway for prime accused. Read the shocking details.
A 22-year-old woman was injured when a leopard pawed through an open safari bus window at Bannerghatta Biological Park. The incident raises safety concerns about wildlife tourism protocols.
Supreme Court mandates Jharkhand to declare 126 compartments in Saranda forest as wildlife sanctuary within 3 months, protecting 1,000 sq km of biodiversity.
Ahmedabad police & forest department rescue 10 Indian star tortoises, arrest 4 in a major wildlife trafficking bust. The accused used Instagram & UPI for illegal trade. Read more.
NIA and Tripura Police conduct joint raids in Unakoti district targeting document forgery for international human trafficking networks. Two suspects identified, mobile seized.
Top Karnataka forest officials absent from human-animal conflict zones, sparking debate between wildlife activists and department. Learn how this affects conflict mitigation efforts.
Tragic elephant attack in Karnataka's Kodagu claims life of alert labourer who was warning colleagues. His co-worker managed to escape the jumbo assault. Read details.
Japan faces an alarming surge in bear attacks, forcing unprecedented military deployment. Discover the ecological crisis driving these dangerous human-wildlife conflicts across the country.
A surprising visitor disrupted classes at a Karnataka school when a curious baby elephant casually strolled into the campus, creating an unforgettable wildlife encounter that left students amazed.
Karnataka forest authorities clarify that recent tiger attacks near Bandipur were defensive incidents, not indicating man-eating tendencies. Experts explain human-wildlife conflict dynamics.
In a remarkable display of animal family bonds, a wild elephant herd in Odisha's Ganjam forest guarded their newborn calf for 48 hours, showcasing incredible protective instincts that left forest officials amazed.
In a major rescue operation, India repatriates 270 citizens who escaped from cyber scam compounds in Myanmar, highlighting growing concerns about forced criminal activities in Southeast Asia.
In a heartwarming wildlife rescue operation, forest officials saved a 10-month-old female tiger cub that fell into a well at Hosavindu village near Bandipur Tiger Reserve. The dramatic operation highlights human-wildlife coexistence challenges.
Watch the viral wildlife video showing a male lion's dramatic escape from cub-sitting responsibilities that has social media calling it the most relatable animal clip ever.
Discover how paradise tree snakes in Southeast Asia perform incredible aerial acrobatics by transforming their bodies into living wings. New research reveals the biomechanical secrets behind their gliding abilities.
Exclusive investigation reveals the mysterious 'Serpent Queen' masterminding global smuggling operations. Discover her sophisticated network and international manhunt.
In a tense rescue mission, Karnataka forest officials successfully saved a leopard near Holenarasipur, highlighting human-wildlife coexistence challenges.
A dangerous leopard responsible for multiple human fatalities in Pune's Shirur tehsil has been successfully captured by forest officials and will be relocated to Anant Ambani's Vantara wildlife facility for rehabilitation.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reveals state government's new policy allowing elimination of confirmed man-eating leopards, with necessary approvals from central authorities already secured.