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Asiatic Lion Population Rises, Habitat Range Expands Significantly Why in the News ? On World Lion Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s successful Asiatic lion conservation efforts. The species’ population increased from 523 in 2015 to 891 in 2025, while its geographical range expanded to nearly 35,000 sq km across 11 districts. Asiatic Lion …
Read MoreNepal Achieves Remarkable Success in Tiger Conservation Efforts Why in the News ? Nepal’s latest National Tiger Survey 2026, released on International Tiger Day (29 July), estimates the country’s tiger population at 429, a 20% increase since 2022. The achievement highlights successful conservation while emphasizing the need to address human-wildlife conflict and animal welfare concerns. …
Read MoreIndia Reaffirms Global Leadership In Tiger Conservation Efforts Today Why in the News ? International Tiger Day is being observed on 29 July 2026 to promote tiger conservation and habitat protection. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav reaffirmed India’s commitment, highlighting that the country now hosts nearly 70% of the world’s wild …
Read MoreWhite-Bellied Heron Faces Threat From Lohit Hydropower Project Today Why in the News ? India’s White-bellied Heron, one of the world’s rarest birds, faces a serious threat from a proposed 1,200-MW hydropower project in the Lohit River Basin, Arunachal Pradesh. Conservationists have raised concerns that the project’s Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) failed to adequately consider …
Read MoreDELHI HC QUESTIONS CONSTITUTION OF STANDING COMMITTEE OF NATIONAL BOARD FOR WILDLIFE Why in the News? High Court Hearing: The Delhi High Court questioned the Centre over the constitution of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) while hearing a PIL alleging violation of statutory provisions. Key Concern: Petitioners alleged that the …
Read MoreSupreme Court Orders Removal of Encroachments from Agasthyamalai Ecological Landscape GS3 — Environment & Biodiversity GS2 — Governance & Judiciary Prelims + Mains The Supreme Court of India has directed Tamil Nadu and Kerala to prepare a time-bound action plan to remove encroachments from the Agasthyamalai ecological landscape — a biodiversity-rich stretch …
Read MoreRusty-Spotted Cat Recorded First Time In Chambal Why in News ? Researchers from the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) have documented the first confirmed record of the Rusty-spotted Cat in the National Chambal Sanctuary and southern Uttar Pradesh. The discovery highlights the need for focused conservation efforts, strengthened environmental clearances, and comprehensive wildlife monitoring in …
Read MoreIn recent years, the intersection of tourism and environmental conservation has become increasingly complex, often requiring careful consideration of environmental clearances and impact assessments. This issue has come to the forefront with alarming news about the galaxy frog in India’s Western Ghats. Why in the News? Alarming study: A scientific study reports that seven galaxy …
Read MoreRhino Dehorning Emerges As Effective Anti-Poaching Tool Why in the News? A recent Science journal study shows that rhino dehorning in African reserves led to a sharp decline in poaching, highlighting its effectiveness as a cost-efficient conservation strategy amid persistent illegal wildlife trade pressures. This approach aligns with the principles of environmental democracy and sustainable …
Read MoreIUCN Adds Arctic Seals and Birds to Red List Why in the News? The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has released an updated Red List of Threatened Species, revealing that several Arctic seals and bird species now face increasing threats from climate change, habitat loss, and human activities across fragile marine ecosystems. …
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