Wildlife Conservation News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Tribal man killed by tiger in Ooty forest
Chennai, March 27: In a tragic incident, a 41-year-old tribal man was killed by a tiger in the forested area of Ooty in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district on Thursday, officials said.
Tiger cub disappears in MP's Panna Reserve, authority says 'natural'
Bhopal, March 27: The disappearance of a tiger cub from Panna Tiger Reserve (PTR) has once again brought the reserve into the spotlight, capturing the attention of park authorities and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
TN govt installs surveillance cameras in Mettur, Salem to monitor leopards
Chennai, March 27: The Tamil Nadu forest department has installed surveillance cameras and set up cages in Mettur village of Salem district following reports from villagers about leopard sightings and livestock attacks in the region.
Assam govt working round the clock to safeguard fauna, says CM Sarma
Guwahati, March 26: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said the state administration has been working round the clock to safeguard the wild animals in the Kaziranga National Park and the animal habitat has been expanding as a result of these efforts.
Assam Zoo gets 15 new species under exchange programme with Chhatbir Zoo, Chandigarh
Guwahati, March 24: The Assam State Zoo and Botanical Garden has received 15 new species through an animal exchange programme with Chhatbir Zoo, Chandigarh, regulated by the Central Zoo Authority. This initiative has significantly enriched the zoo's biodiversity.
Kaziranga National Park sets up community kitchens to safeguard health of anti-poaching camp staff
Guwahati, March 23: The Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve authorities have introduced community kitchens and improved cooking stoves in 233 anti-poaching camps to safeguard the health of field forest staff who protect the one-horned rhino habitat.
Rajasthan: First successful ostrich breeding in Ramniwas Bagh Zoo
Jaipur, March 23: For the first time in Rajasthan, ostriches have successfully bred in captivity at the zoo located in Ramniwas Bagh. Female ostrich Avantika laid 11 eggs, one of which hatched, giving birth to a healthy chick.
Prepare a plan within 3 months to prevent tiger attacks on Gadchiroli residents: CM Fadnavis
Nagpur, March 22: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday directed the administration to study the situation under the guidance of experts and implement a special remedial plan immediately to prevent human casualties due to tiger attacks in Gadchiroli district. This includes providing special compensation to the families of those who died in tiger attacks in the last five years and relocating additional tigers.
Assam: Forest department deploys sniffer dog in LBWLS with Aaranyak's support
Guwahati, March 21: In pursuant of its sustained efforts to complement enforcement agencies' action to prevent wildlife crimes and facilitate synergised action, premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak has helped the Assam Forest Department deploy a unit of anti-poaching K9 dogs along with a trained handler in rhino-bearing Laokhowa-Burhachapori Wildlife Sanctuary (LBWLS) in Nagaon district of Assam.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav to release female cheetah and her four cubs in Kuno National Park on Tuesday
Bhopal, March 17: A female cheetah along with her two male and female cubs is set to be released in the forest at Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, t on Tuesday.
MP: Five more cheetahs to roam in wilderness of Kuno from Monday
Bhopal, March 17: Five more members of the magnificent cheetah family is set to roam free in the wilderness of Kuno National Park (KNP) in Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh on Monday.
MP CM Mohan Yadav inaugurates 'Madhav Tiger Reserve' in Shivpuri
Shivpuri, March 11: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated the newly established "Madhav Tiger Reserve" in Shivpuri district on Monday.
MP CM, Scindia to inaugurate Madhav National Park as 9th tiger reserve today
Bhopal, March 10: Set against the backdrop of a 13-km long stone wall that stands as a barrier between humans and tigers, Madhav National Park in Shivpuri is poised for a significant moment on Monday when state Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav will release two tigers in the wilderness.
West Bengal: Forest officials discover carcass of 'Makna' elephant in Bagdogra
Siliguri, March 9: A carcass of a Makna elephant (male elephant without tusks) was found in the jungles of Bagdogra in the Kurseong division of Darjeeling, an official said on Sunday.
India blessed with wildlife diversity: PM Modi after country adds 58th Tiger reserve
New Delhi, March 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday highlighted India's rich wildlife diversity and cultural commitment to conservation after the country added its 58th Tiger Reserve.
Always at forefront of protecting animals: PM Modi on opening of India's 58th Tiger Reserve
New Delhi, March 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday celebrated the establishment of the country's 58th and Madhya Pradesh's ninth Tiger Reserve, reaffirming the Centre's commitment to wildlife protection and environmental conservation.
Tamil Nadu: Male tiger found dead in Nilakottai Forest Reserve
Nilgris, March 6: A male tiger was found dead in the Edakkodu field area of Nilakottai Forest Reserve in Tamil Nadu's Nilgris district under Vilangur Police Station, officials said on Thursday.
Madhav National Park to become Madhya Pradesh's 9th Tiger Reserve soon
Bhopal, March 5: The Madhav National Park (MNP) in Shivpuri district of Gwalior-Chambal region will soon become the ninth Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Wednesday.
Virat Kohli praises Anant Ambani's wildlife conservation efforts at Vantara
New Delhi, March 5: Star India batter Virat Kohli hailed Anant Ambani and his team for their commitment to wildlife conservation at Vantara, a unique rescue and rehabilitation initiative.
Keep it up Beta...: SRK Praises Anant Ambani's Vantara project, says love for animals reflects purity of heart
Mumbai, March 5: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has expressed his admiration for Anant Ambani's wildlife conservation project, Vantara, located in Gujarat's Jamnagar.
Sachin Tendulkar praises Anant Ambani's wildlife conservation efforts at Vantara
Mumbai, March 5: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar has lauded Anant Ambani and his team for their commitment to wildlife conservation at Vantara, a unique rescue and rehabilitation initiative.
PM Modi's love for animals goes back a long way, and they love him back
New Delhi, March 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's affection for animals is well-known, and his love for them is not something new. Even before assuming office as Prime Minister, he had a deep bond with animals.
Vantara, a vibrant example of our centuries old ethos of protecting animals: PM Modi
Ahmedabad, March 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sharing his thoughts on the commendable effort by Vantara – one of the world's biggest animal rehabilitation centres – that is situated in Gujarat, said that it was serving as a "vibrant example of our centuries old ethos of protecting those we share our planet with."
PM Modi inaugurates Vantara in Jamnagar, feeds lion cubs, giraffes
Jamnagar, March 4: Showing his love and affection for animals, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated and visited Vantara, an animal rescue, conservation and rehabilitation centre in Gujarat's Jamnagar district.
PM Modi visits Vantara - wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre in Gujarat
Gandhinagar, March 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his three-day visit to Gujarat, visited Vantara – a wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre in Jamnagar.
Significant deliberations...: PM Modi after National Board for Wildlife meeting in Gir
Gir, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that there have been significant deliberations and outcomes during the meeting of the National Board for Wildlife held in Gir, Gujarat.
6,327 riverine Dolphins estimated in India's first-ever survey
New Delhi, March 3: India's first-ever riverine dolphin estimation report has revealed 6,327 dolphins across 28 rivers in eight states. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest number, followed by Bihar, West Bengal, and Assam.
Gujarat: PM Modi flags off motorcycles for enhanced mobility of frontline forest staff
Gir, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday flagged off motorcycles for the enhanced mobility of frontline forest staff in Gujarat.
PM Modi releases first-ever riverine dolphin estimation report in country, which estimated a total of 6,327 dolphins
Gir, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday visited Gir National Park in Gujarat, where he chaired the 7th meeting of the National Board for Wildlife and released the report of the first-ever riverine dolphin estimation conducted in the country, which estimated a total of 6,327 dolphins.
Nimrat Kaur says she is 'most alive in the wild' as she celebrates World Wildlife Day
Mumbai, March 3: On World Wildlife Day, actress Nimrat Kaur shared a powerful message expressing her deep connection to the natural world.
Lankan railways announces new speed limits to protect wild elephants
Colombo, March 3: Sri Lanka Railways announced on Monday that it will implement new speed limits and revised night train schedules in areas prone to elephant crossings to prevent frequent train-elephant collisions.
Population of Asiatic lions in Gir witnessing steady rise, says PM Modi after lion safari
New Delhi, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday commended the steady rise in population of Asiatic lions at Gujarat's Gir wildlife sanctuary and also lauded the role of tribal communities in the surrounding areas in preserving their natural habitat. He also informed that the population of tigers, leopards as well as rhinos have risen in the past ten years.
Gujarat: PM Modi interacts with ground staff at Gir National Park on World Wildlife Day
Gir Somnath, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday interacted with the ground staff at the Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat on the occasion of World Wildlife Day.
Gujarat: PM Modi goes on Lion Safari at Gir National Park on World Wildlife Day
Gir Somnath, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday took a lion safari in Gir National Park in Gujarat on the occasion of World Wildlife Day.
PM Modi goes on jungle safari in Gujarat's Gir wildlife sanctuary, clicks pictures of lions
Gandhinagar, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his Monday morning with a lion safari at the Gir wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat's Junagarh district.
Let's safeguard species' future for generations to come: PM Modi on World Wildlife Day
New Delhi, March 3: On the occasion of World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the central government's dedication to protecting and preserving the nation's rich biodiversity.
Gujarat: Union Government approves project lion for over Rs 2,900 crore for Asiatic lion conservation
Gandhinagar, March 1: The Union Environment Ministry has approved Project Lion with a budget of Rs 2,927.71 crore for Asiatic Lion conservation.
Kenya battles wildfires in major wildlife parks amid severe drought
Nairobi, March 1: Kenyan emergency teams, comprising defence forces and volunteers, have intensified efforts to contain fires sweeping across some of the country's largest wildlife sanctuaries and protected areas.
Conservation of Asiatic Lions in Gujarat and Project Lion @ 2047 - a vision for Amrit Kaal
Gandhinagar, March 1: Aligning with the vision of World Wildlife Day 2025, themed 'Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet,' Project Lion is a transformative initiative dedicated to conserving and expanding the Asiatic lion population, ensuring their long-term survival through strategic habitat management and community participation.
PM Modi to be on 3-day Gujarat tour from today; hold key meetings
New Delhi, March 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a three-day visit to Gujarat on Saturday, following the BJP's sweeping victory in the state's local body elections.