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Why in the news? The study highlights that biodiversity is declining faster in protected areas than outside, prompting concerns about conservation practices and calling for more effective measures to protect ecosystems. Study Insights on Biodiversity Decline in Protected Areas: A study by London’s Natural History Museum (NHM) reveals biodiversity is decreasing more rapidly within protected …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Rongmei Naga Council Manipur (RNCM) is opposing proposed oil exploration in Zeilad Wildlife Sanctuary, citing concerns over its ecological balance and the protection of the region’s biodiversity. Overview of the Sanctuary Zeilad Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Tamenglong district of Manipur, close to the Indo-Myanmar border. Established in 1982, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) has approved five strategic road projects in Ladakh, enhancing military and civilian infrastructure, with four routes passing through the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary, ensuring protection measures for endangered species. About the Key Road Projects Approved in Ladakh: The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) Standing Committee approved …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums suspended Delhi Zoo’s membership due to concerns about the care of its lone African elephant, Shankar, raising global animal welfare issues. About the news: The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) suspended the Delhi Zoo’s membership due to concerns over the treatment of …
Read MoreThe Karnataka State Board for Wild Life (SBWL) has approved a total of 5,010 acres to be declared as the “ Greater Hesaraghatta Grassland Conservation Reserve ” under section 36A of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. By this decision, the Hesaraghatta lakebed gets protection from human activities, such as vehicular movements, sand mining, hunting and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Darjeeling’s Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park’s Red Panda Program is a finalist for the 2024 World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) Conservation Award. The winner will be announced on November 7, 2024, during the 79th WAZA Annual Conference in Sydney, Australia. Red Panda Breeding and Release From 2022 to 2024, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Project Cheetah, marking two years since its launch, faces challenges with cheetah deaths, inadequate prey, and habitat issues, raising questions about its long-term success and conservation strategy. Project Cheetah Overview: Launched to establish a stable, breeding population of African cheetahs in India. Aims: to restore open ecosystems like savannahs, grasslands, and …
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