Should Zoos Exist? The Wildlife Enclosure Debate in India
Explore the fierce debate on the future of Indian zoos. Are they vital for conservation or outdated prisons? We examine the ethics, science, and public opinion.
Explore the fierce debate on the future of Indian zoos. Are they vital for conservation or outdated prisons? We examine the ethics, science, and public opinion.
Kolkata's iconic Park Street turned into a vibrant pedestrian-only celebration zone on Christmas Day. Thousands visited city hotspots like Alipore Zoo and St. Paul's Cathedral before joining the festive revelry. Read more about the city's joyous celebrati
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar inspected Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, stressing better visitor amenities & wildlife care. He named a newborn zebra 'Samriddhi', born after 17 years.
Mysuru Zoo mourns the loss of four-year-old tigress Thayamma, who died after a short illness. Read about her life and the zoo's conservation efforts.
A 12-year-old male tiger that terrorised Vadasserikkara in Pathanamthitta for nearly two months was finally captured. Weak and injured, it will be moved to Thrissur Zoological Park for treatment and permanent care. Read the full story.
Under NEP, 42 BSc zoology students from MSU are gaining hands-on wildlife conservation training at Vadodara's Sayajibaug Zoo, a key academic-industry link. Read more.
Two tiger cubs, born at Pilikula Biological Park in Mangaluru, have been successfully released into their enclosure. The male and female cubs are thriving under expert care. Read more about this conservation milestone.
Dense fog severely disrupts train schedules on the Delhi-Patna route for a third consecutive day, causing major delays. Patna Zoo also implements winter care for animals. Read for details and travel updates.
Sayajibaug Zoo's last lioness, Samriddhi, succumbs to venom after a fight with an Indian Cobra. The tragic loss leaves the iconic Vadodara zoo without any lions. Read the full story.
A young tigress died at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo. Vets suspect bacterial infection but are probing other complications like haemoprotozoa. Read the full investigation details.
A rare chausinga fawn, separated from its mother, was rescued in Telangana's Mulugu district after it wandered into a sheep flock. Forest officials ensured its safe transfer to Warangal Zoo.
A young Royal Bengal tigress dies at Kolkata's Alipore Zoo, marking the third tiger fatality in three months. Experts question medical protocols as an investigation is ordered. Read more.
Sayajibaug Zoo in Vadodara acquires a pair of white tigers from Rajkot after four decades. The majestic cats will be on display in January after quarantine. Read more about this unique animal exchange.
Sayajibaug Zoo in Vadodara acquires a pair of three-year-old white tigers from Rajkot in an animal exchange program. The majestic cats will be on display from January after quarantine.
As temperatures plummet, JNB Park in Bokaro launches a special winter care plan for its animals, including heaters, nutritional supplements, and honey for bears. Read how the zoo is fighting the chill.
Two endangered four-horned antelopes died at Delhi Zoo. Officials suspect rabies, recalling a 2016 outbreak. Details on quarantine and postmortem awaited.
Mumbai's Byculla Zoo mourns the loss of two tigers, Shakti and Rudra, in separate incidents. Officials confirm the deaths are unrelated. Read the full story here.
BMC floats a new Rs 500 crore tender for exotic animal exhibits at Byculla Zoo, featuring white lions & cheetah restaurant, after scrapping a Rs 291 crore plan 3 years ago. Read details.
Lucknow's Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden unveils a ₹1.91 crore makeover. Discover the new kids' play zone, bamboo furniture, and modern signage enhancing the visitor experience. Plan your visit today!
Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden in Lucknow implements special winter arrangements including heaters, blankets, and dietary changes to ensure animal comfort and safety during the cold season.
Patna's Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park implements robust winter measures including 50 oil heaters, UV lights, and a redesigned diet to safeguard animals from the biting cold. Discover the zoo's comprehensive strategy.
A 17-year-old boy was killed by a lion after entering a restricted area at a zoo in Brazil. The tragic incident raises serious safety questions. Read the full investigation.
An Italian travel vlogger's visit to a Kodagu zoo took an unexpected turn when Indian visitors flocked for photos with him. The wholesome viral clip perfectly captures a uniquely Indian experience.
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.
Over 100 frontline staff at SGPGIMS attended a work ethics orientation focusing on patient dignity, empathy, and communication skills. Experts stress these values build public trust.
Zootopia 2 debuts with a powerful $39.5 million start. Shakira celebrates by dancing to her new song 'Zoo'. Get all the box office details and sequel info here!
MoS Kirtivardhan Singh visited Delhi's National Zoological Park, naming white tiger cubs Durga and Devi and Asiatic lion cubs Kartik and Karni. Read more about this special event.
Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park in Ranchi successfully completes animal exchange program with Visakhapatnam zoo, adding six new species to enhance conservation efforts.
Shakti, the beloved Royal Bengal tiger at Mumbai's Byculla Zoo, has died from pneumonia at just 9 years old. The male tiger had been under treatment but succumbed to the illness.
Robert Irwin, 21, becomes Dancing with the Stars champion with partner Witney Carson. He dedicated performances to father Steve Irwin, reviving interest in the Irwin family legacy.