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: …

10Apr 2026

India’s First Integrated Wildlife Conservation University Announced

India’s First Integrated Wildlife Conservation University Announced Why in the News ? Vantara, a wildlife conservation initiative by Anant Ambani, has announced the establishment of a global integrated wildlife university in Jamnagar, Gujarat, focusing on wildlife conservation, veterinary sciences, and research, marking a significant step in India’s conservation education ecosystem. Key Features of Vantara Wildlife …

08Oct 2025

Five Wildlife Conservation Projects India 2025

Five New Wildlife Conservation Projects Launched in India: Balancing Ecology and Legal Framework Why in the News? The Union Environment Ministry launched five new wildlife conservation projects during National Wildlife Week 2025, focusing on dolphins, sloth bears, gharials, and tigers. These initiatives aim to manage human-wildlife conflicts and promote community-based conservation using technology and ecological …

03Jul 2024

SECOND HOME FOR CHEETAHS: GANDHI SAGAR SANCTUARY

Why in the news? Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh is set to become the second home for cheetahs in India due to the carrying capacity of Kuno National Park being exceeded. The overabundance of cheetahs in Kuno has led to a significant reduction in their main prey base, the chital, by 25%. Source: …

01Jul 2024

NEXT PHASE OF THE CONSERVATION PLAN FOR THE GREAT INDIAN BUSTARD (GIB)

Why in the news? The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has sanctioned ₹56 crore for the next phase of the conservation plan for the Great Indian Bustard (GIB) and Lesser Florican. This phase includes habitat development, in-situ conservation, and completion of the conservation breeding center, among other activities. Source: UGI Key Components …

27Jun 2024

INDIA’S LARGEST LEOPARD SAFARI OPENS AT BANNERGHATTA

Why in the news? Karnataka Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre inaugurated South India’s first and the country’s largest leopard safari at Bannerghatta Biological Park on Wednesday. This safari spans 20 hectares and follows Central Zoo Authority guidelines, featuring eight leopards in an open forest area. Key Features: Developed at a cost of ₹4.5 crore, featuring natural …

21Jun 2024

LIMBLESS AMPHIBIAN FOUND IN KAZIRANGA FOR FIRST TIME

Why in the news? A limbless amphibian known as the striped caecilian (Ichthyophis spp) has been newly discovered within the expansive confines of Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve, spanning 1,307.49 sq. km. About Caecilians: Caecilians, being limbless amphibians that predominantly inhabit subterranean burrows, are among the least studied amphibian species. They represent ancient lineages …

01Jun 2024

NFR TO BUILD CANOPY BRIDGES FOR GIBBONS IN ASSAM SANCTUARY

Why in the news? Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is funding canopy bridges in Assam’s Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary. The bridges will aid Hoolock gibbons in crossing a 1.65-km railway track that divides the sanctuary. source:medium About Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR): NFR, one of 19 Indian Railways zones. Headquartered: Maligaon, Guwahati. Operates across Northeastern states, eastern Bihar, …

30Mar 2024

POWER THREAT TO THE BUSTARD

Why in the news? Supreme Court reviews order to bury power lines in Great Indian Bustard habitat; Centre cites feasibility challenges amid conservation efforts. source:toi About the Great Indian Bustard Habitat Threat: Supreme Court reconsiders 2021 order to bury power lines in Great Indian Bustard (GIB) habitat. GIB, critically endangered with less than 150 individuals, …

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