Follow Us on Google News Ahmedabad, June 12 (IANS) The Gujarat government has officially closed all 27 wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the state to tourists for a period of four months, from June 16 to October 15. This annual closure aims to protect wildlife during the crucial breeding season, particularly mammals, birds, and … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Bhopal, June 11 (IANS) Having the largest forest area and the richest wildlife diversity in the country, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav-led Madhya Pradesh government, on Wednesday, has now decided to increase the number of wildlife rescue centres in the state. At present, Madhya Pradesh has only one wildlife rescue centre, … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Chennai, May 31 (IANS) In a major technological upgrade, the Tamil Nadu Forest Department is introducing advanced drones to strengthen its operations in wildlife monitoring, forest fire control, and anti-poaching efforts. The initiative, supported by the Tamil Nadu Biodiversity Conservation and Greening Project Climate Change Response (TBGPCCR), will see the … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Jaipur, May 24 (IANS) In a heartbreaking incident, Radheshyam Vishnoi, a renowned wildlife conservationist, along with three other individuals, including a forest guard, lost their lives in a devastating road accident in the Lathi area of Jaisalmer district. The victims were on their way to prevent an alleged poaching attempt … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Bhopal, April 18 (IANS) In a fiery yet thought-provoking address on Friday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav stunned the audience, including Bhupender Yadav (Union Forest Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change) by raising an unexpected but crucial question; “Why are reptiles missing from the wildlife census?” With … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Mumbai, April 17 (IANS) In a significant move to address the drinking water needs of Mumbai, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis led the State Wildlife Board (SWB) on Thursday granted approval for the wildlife and environmental clearances required for the Gargai Dam project. Additionally, the Chief Minister has instructed that the … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Bhopal, April 12 (IANS) In a significant gesture to honour B.R. Ambedkar, the legendary figure and architect of the Indian Constitution, the Madhya Pradesh government has unveiled its latest wildlife sanctuary named after him. On April 14, the country will celebrate the birth anniversary of the iconic figure of India. … Read more
Follow Us on Google News Guwahati, March 29 (IANS) Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International (LGBI) Airport in Guwahati takes proactive measures to ensure wildlife safety and prevent bird strikes, officials said here on Saturday. A spokesperson of LGBI Airport, Guwahati, said that the airport authority is committed to the highest standards of Wildlife Hazard Management (WHM) … Read more
Guwahati, March 8 (IANS) Known as “Elephant Girl” (Hasti Kanya) in Assam, 67-year-old Parbati Barua is India’s first woman mahout (elephant keeper). She was conferred the Padma Shri last year for her pioneering work in wildlife conservation and for breaking gender barriers in a field traditionally dominated by men. Born into the Gauripur royal family … Read more
