July 14, 2025

Environment

Similipal National Park

Similipal Tiger Conservation Foundation Approves ₹10.48 Crore Annual Plan to Boost Eco-Tourism and Rural Skill Development

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Bhubaneswar: The fourth Governing Body meeting of the Similipal Tiger Conservation Foundation was held on Monday at Kharavela Bhawan, Bhubaneswar, with a renewed focus on ecological protection, sustainable tourism, and community empowerment in and around the Similipal Tiger Reserve. The meeting was chaired by Minister of Forests, Environment and Climate Change Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia, who…

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Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary Records Surge in Indian Bison Population, Reinforcing Its Status as ‘Land of Indian Bisons’

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Bhubaneswar: Hirakud Wildlife Division have reported a significant increase in the Indian Bison (Gaur) population at the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The latest census, conducted over three days from May 11 to 13, 2025, has recorded 788 Indian Bisons, including 315 juveniles and 128 newborns, reinforcing Debrigarh’s growing reputation as the “Land of Indian Bisons.” This…

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Tobacco: The Overlooked Environmental Menace on World Environment Day

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As the world celebrates World Environment Day with calls for cleaner air, plastic-free lives, and greener earth through plantation drives and sustainability pledges, one major environmental threat continues to go unnoticed — tobacco. From television shows to social media, from folk performances to newspaper editorials, messages advocating for environmental protection flood our senses each year…

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Tripura Leads with Compostable Bags as Urban India Innovates to Combat Plastic Waste

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New Delhi: As plastic waste continues to pile up in urban centres across India, states like Tripura are emerging as frontrunners in pioneering sustainable alternatives. Under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U), Kamalpur Nagar Panchayat in Tripura has set a compelling example by introducing compostable, biodegradable bags—transforming the plastic crisis into an opportunity for environmental innovation….

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Debrigarh Hailed as India’s Best Ecotourism Destination by G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant

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Bhubaneswar: Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha has emerged as a national model for community-driven ecotourism, earning high praise from India’s G20 Sherpa Shri Amitabh Kant during his visit on May 21. Lauding the sanctuary’s inclusive and sustainable approach, Kant described Debrigarh as the best ecotourism destination in India, highlighting its success in blending conservation with…

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Record 6.98 Lakh Olive Ridley Turtles Protected During Indian Coast Guard’s ‘Operation Olivia’

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Bhubaneswar: In a major victory for marine conservation, the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) annual flagship initiative, ‘Operation Olivia,’ has helped protect a record 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles during their mass nesting at the Rushikulya river mouth in Odisha in February 2025. Conducted annually from November to May, Operation Olivia has become a cornerstone of…

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Migratory Waders Nest Across Hirakud Islands in Spectacular Summer Breeding Season

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Sambalpur: The Hirakud Wetland, a Ramsar Site since 2022, has transformed into a vibrant cradle of life this summer as thousands of migratory waders and shorebirds have descended upon its 26 emerging islands for nesting and rearing their young. From River Terns and Pratincoles to Gull-billed Terns, Little Terns, Whiskered Terns, Ringed Plovers, Oriental Pratincoles,…

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Odisha’s 60-Day Fishing Ban Begins April 15 to Safeguard Marine Ecosystems

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Kendrapada: In a bid to protect marine biodiversity during the critical breeding season, the Odisha government will enforce a 60-day fishing ban along the state’s coastline starting Tuesday, April 15. The restriction, which lasts till June 15, aims to conserve marine life by preventing large-scale fishing activities during spawning. Under the ban, all mechanised fishing…

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Debrigarh’s Ecotourism Model Generates ₹5.11 Crore, Empowers Communities and Conserves Wildlife

Bureau The News Hashtag05 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable example of community-led sustainable tourism, local residents managing ecotourism at Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary and Hirakud Wetland in Odisha have generated a record revenue of ₹5.11 crore in the financial year 2024–25. Their success not only underscores the economic potential of eco-friendly travel but also highlights how responsible tourism can power conservation…

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Similipal National Park

Odisha Strengthens Similipal Tiger Reserve Conservation with New 10-Year Plan

Bureau The News Hashtag05 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has intensified efforts to protect the rich biodiversity and wildlife of Similipal Tiger Reserve, one of India’s most significant tiger habitats. A new 10-year Tiger Conservation Plan has been approved, spanning from 2023-24 to 2032-33, aiming to enhance wildlife protection and combat poaching. The initiative is backed by continuous financial support through…

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