3+ hour, 42+ min ago  (687+ words) The Telangana government's proposed relocation of Chenchus from Amrabad Tiger Reserve raises serious constitutional and humanitarian concerns " Adivasis are forest custodians, not intruders By Dr Palla Trinadha Rao For the Chenchus, forests are not merely resources but the foundation of…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (429+ words) A Hyderabad-based CCMB study tracking tigers across five major Indian reserves found that human disturbance and tourism increase stress levels in tigers and affect breeding behaviour. Researchers recommended stricter regulation of safari vehicles, timings and tourism activities in core forest…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (452+ words) Rare caracal sightings in Rajasthan's Thar Desert near Jaisalmer have revived conservation hopes after officials confirmed two more wildcats using camera traps and radio-collaring, taking recorded numbers to three while highlighting ongoing efforts to protect the critically endangered species Jaipur:…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (776+ words) Research in Wapusk National Park and Hudson Bay finds longer ice-free seasons increase polar bears visits near humans, regardless of body condition, suggesting climate change influences encounters more than hunger, though stress may escalate conflicts" Saskatoon: Polar bears are intensely…...

3+ week, 14+ hour ago  (301+ words) Forest department restrictions on tasar silkworm cultivation inside Pranahita Wildlife Sanctuary have alarmed 650 tribal families in Mancherial. Authorities cite conservation concerns, while officials say alternative land is being allotted to protect livelihoods and sustain sericulture activity. Mancherial: Forest department officials…...

4+ week, 3+ hour ago  (55+ words) Our oldest inheritances are living ecosystems that hold together ecology and economy. As World Heritage Day passes, nature's warning lingers'if forests lose their breath, so will we By N Shiva Kumar Wild Landscapes Hold India Together Disasters That Were Warnings…...

1+ mon, 9+ hour ago  (477+ words) During the heatwave, birds and stray animals are suffering from severe thirst and dehydration. NGOs and animal groups are urging citizens to place water bowls and food outside homes. Experts also encourage careful handling of exhausted animals and involving children....

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (370+ words) Rapid urbanisation reduced sparrow populations in Hyderabad, but the "Bring Back Sparrow" campaign by AWCS has helped revive numbers. With nest boxes and community support, nearly 20, 000 sparrows have returned, improving urban biodiversity and ecological balance. Sangareddy: Rapid urbanisation had destroyed…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (374+ words) A CAG report has revealed that 518 lakes in Jammu and Kashmir have vanished or degraded due to human activities. It also flagged conservation failures, while a separate study warned of high flood risks from glacial lakes in the region Srinagar:…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (366+ words) Heartfulness Institute has joined the Global Biodiversity Alliance, aiming to support global efforts to address biodiversity loss. Through its international network, the organisation will help raise awareness and contribute to data collection and conservation initiatives, particularly in India Hyderabad: Heartfulness…...