Population management of animals under wildlife action plan
Amid a raging debate over human-animal conflict, Environment Minister Anil Madhav Dave in a written reply said that the group constituted by his ministry for formulation of National Wildlife Action Plan (2017-2031) has submitted its report.
Mar 28, 2017, 00:36 AM IST
Cricketer Yusuf Pathan bats for elephants
Cricketer Yusuf Pathan on Friday stressed the need to conserve environment and protect wildlife.
Mar 18, 2017, 00:41 AM IST
Bringing water to Kenya's drought-stricken wildlife
After the rains failed for the third time in November, Mwalua was so distressed by the obviously weak and thirsty animals that he began seeking donations to bring water to the Taita Hills sanctuary.
Mar 05, 2017, 14:15 PM IST
Have you ever thought what dismays wildlife lovers – Read story
With a record six lakh Olive Ridley turtles converging on the sandy beach of Gahirmatha this year for the annual mass nesting, several million turtle eggs have been destroyed ironically by the turtles themselves due to space crunch leaving wildlife enthusiasts dismayed.
Mar 04, 2017, 16:11 PM IST
Wildlife agency seizes huge consignments of live animals
It said that the operation witnessed overwhelming response from states of Assam, Meghalaya, Maharashtra, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.
Mar 03, 2017, 00:41 AM IST
Researchers estimate range of movement of Asiatic wild dogs
Unlike tigers or leopards, individual dholes cannot be uniquely identified from camera-trap photographs as they lack pelage patterns or natural body markings.
Feb 28, 2017, 00:11 AM IST
Will Donald Trump be an environmental disaster? History of 1880s holds the answer!
Security and progress versus wildlife and environment. 150 years earlier, human endeavour won over Mother Nature. Is history going to repeat itself in an even more brutal way?
Feb 22, 2017, 09:47 AM IST
Scientists express concern over impact of LED lights on plants and animals
LEDs made up just 9% of the global lighting market in 2011, but forecasts suggest they will account for 69% by 2020.
Feb 06, 2017, 23:30 PM IST
Electrocution of wild animals increasing, experts raise concerns
According to experts, while shooting is risky and poisoning often harms cattle, leading to an uproar from the villagers, electrocution is a silent way that mostly goes undetected.
Gulf Wildlife Day celebrated in UAE
Held on December 30 every year, Gulf Wildlife Day is celebrated in the region by environmental authorities organising wide-ranging activities to raise awareness about wildlife conservation.
Dec 30, 2016, 20:29 PM IST
Recreational activities in protected areas harming wildlife, says study
Protected areas include national parks, wilderness areas, community conserved areas, nature reserves and privately-owned reserves.
Dec 19, 2016, 10:22 AM IST
NGT orders ban on noise, solid waste pollution in Sundarbans
The Kolkata bench of NGT, comprising Justice (retd) S P Wangdi and Dr P C Mishra, taking up the matter suo motu, prohibited the use of mikes or loudspeakers blaring music, fancy decorative lights, release of solid waste and other material in river water.
Nov 25, 2016, 16:44 PM IST
For the first time, full-grown male leopard caught on camera at Delhi's Yamuna Biodiversity Park
The leopard sighting has been caught on camera by scientists on Monday night while they were installing surveillance devices.
Nov 23, 2016, 09:58 AM IST
Top five national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in India!
Are you a wildlife lover? If yes, then national parks and wildlife sanctuaries can become your perfect escape to witness the imposing beauty of the forests and their endless range of wildlife.
Nov 20, 2016, 00:22 AM IST
Tiger trafficking looms large; no visible decline in illegal trade trends, says WWF
The report found there had been 801 recorded seizures of tigers and tiger products across Asia since 2000.
Sep 29, 2016, 23:04 PM IST
Need to be more conscientious towards animal welfare: Nimrat Kaur
Nimrat Kaur says there is a need to be more aware of how animals are treated in India.
SHOCKING! Noida family finds cobra in bathroom - Know about 30-minute rescue operation
A family in Noida experienced some anxious moments on finding a three-feet-long cobra in their bathroom on Tuesday. Fortunately for the reptile, the terrified family contacted Wildlife SOS, an animal welfare organisation, that rescued it.
Aug 16, 2016, 19:05 PM IST
Two rare Amur leopard cubs born at Twycross Zoo! (Watch video)
The cubs, who are just a few weeks old, are the second pair of babies born to mum Kristen and dad Davidoff.
Aug 08, 2016, 10:42 AM IST
Dehradun to get country's first tiger cell at Wildlife Institute of India campus: Report
Wildlife Institute of India (WII) and National Tiger Conservation of Authority (NTCA) will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) over setting up of a tiger cell in the northern state of the country.
Aug 05, 2016, 11:01 AM IST
Australian koalas smarter than average bears: Study
The koala population is on the verge of extinction in Queensland state, which has prompted authorities to build key passages across major roadways to keep wildlife safe as urban development sprawls.
Jul 26, 2016, 15:15 PM IST
