16May 2026

SATELLITE-TAGGED GANGES SOFT-SHELL TURTLE RELEASED IN KAZIRANGA

SATELLITE-TAGGED GANGES SOFT-SHELL TURTLE RELEASED IN KAZIRANGA Why in the News? First Tagging: India’s first satellite-tagged Ganges soft-shell turtle was released in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. Conservation Milestone: The release coincided with the observation of Endangered Species Day, highlighting freshwater turtle conservation and the need for environmental clearances for habitat protection. Scientific Collaboration: …

Grassland Invaders Threaten Dibru-Saikhowa Park

Grassland Invaders Threaten Assam’s Dibru-Saikhowa National Park Why in News ? A new scientific study has revealed that both native and invasive plant species are altering the riverine ecosystem of Dibru-Saikhowa National Park (DSNP) in Assam, threatening its unique grasslands, biodiversity, and feral horses, while intensifying habitat loss and ecological imbalance. Study Findings and Key …

Kaziranga National Park Achieves 3rd Highest Tiger Density

Kaziranga Records Third-Highest Tiger Density Nationally Why in the News? On Global Tiger Day, Assam’s Kaziranga Tiger Reserve (KTR) was reported to have the third-highest tiger density in India after Bandipur and Corbett, with 18.65 tigers per 100 sq. km, marking a notable increase in tiger population and underscoring the success of wildlife habitat conservation …

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SATELLITE-TAGGED GANGES SOFT-SHELL TURTLE RELEASED IN KAZIRANGA

Grassland Invaders Threaten Dibru-Saikhowa Park

Kaziranga National Park Achieves 3rd Highest Tiger Density

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