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13 Blackbucks Relocated to Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha to Boost Conservation…
Bhubaneswar: To conserve wildlife, 13 blackbucks have been relocated from the Nandankanan Zoological Park to the Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha. The translocation is part of an ongoing initiative aimed at increasing the…
Odisha Launches Climate Resilience Cell to Strengthen Agricultural Sustainability
Bhubaneswar: The Climate Resilience Cell (CRC) was officially inaugurated today at Krushi Bhavan by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. This marks a significant advancement in Odisha's commitment to enhancing climate…
Odisha Reports 2,098 Elephants and 27 Tigers in 2023-24 Wildlife Census
Bhubaneswar: Odisha's wildlife population includes 2,098 elephants and 27 tigers, according to the 2023-24 wildlife census, as revealed by Forest, Environment and Climate Change Minister Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia in the State…
Odisha to Receive Five Royal Bengal Tigers from MP and Maharashtra
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to receive five Royal Bengal Tigers from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra by the end of September. The move aims to boost genetic diversity within the state's tiger population, as part of ongoing efforts to…
India Adds Three New Ramsar Sites on the Eve of Independence Day 2024
New Delhi: In a significant boost to India's environmental conservation efforts, Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, announced the addition of three new wetlands to the prestigious Ramsar…
Rare Sighting: Endangered Wild Dog Spotted in Debrigarh Sanctuary
Bhubaneswar: In a rare and exciting occurrence, first-time safari tourists at Debrigarh Sanctuary were thrilled to spot the elusive Wild Dog, also known as Dhole or Balua Kukura in Odia, during a safari on 10th August. The sighting took…
India Struggles with Plastic Pollution Despite Comprehensive Bans
Bhubaneswar: The menace of plastic pollution continues to plague India, despite stringent regulations and comprehensive bans on the manufacture, import, stocking, distribution, sale, and use of certain plastic products. The Ministry of…
Tree Plantation Drive at Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary Advances Green Initiative
New Delhi: In a bid to further the sapling plantation campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day, June 5, 2024, a massive tree plantation drive was held today at the Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary. This…
New Odisha Govt Commits to Environmental Conservation and Public Participation
Bhubaneswar Ganeshram Singh Khuntia, Minister of Forests, Environment, and Climate Change, underscored the government's commitment to preserving Odisha's natural heritage and integrating public participation in environmental…
Similipal Tiger Reserve to Close for Visitors from June 12 Due to Rainy Season
Baripada: The Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Mayurbhanj district will be temporarily closed to visitors starting June 12. The Forest Department made this decision to ensure the safety of tourists as the rainy season commences in the…