Environment

Purulia: Dukhu Majhi, a 78-year-old environmentalist from Sindri village, Purulia, is set to be honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award in recognition of his remarkable dedication to environmental conservation and tree planting,…

Itanagar: Yanung Jamoh Lego, a 58-year-old herbal medicine expert from the Adi Community in Arunachal Pradesh, to be conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award, earning her the title of "Adi Queen of Herbs." Her remarkable…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is gearing up to unveil an exclusive Melanistic Tiger Safari near Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district, offering tourists and visitors a unique opportunity to witness the rare and majestic melanistic tigers…

Bhubaneswar: In a unique initiative to address the escalating issue of human-wildlife conflict, the Odisha forest department is set to reintroduce trained elephants, known as Kumkis, to drive away wild elephants causing havoc in human…

New Delhi: In a significant move, India has revised its rules on wildlife trade after four decades, bringing about changes in licensing restrictions. However, the exclusion of certain species from these restrictions has raised concerns…

Kochi: In a crucial step towards combating the impact of climate change on fisheries, India presented a proposal on Saturday for a substantial reduction of carbon footprint as a key measure to promote climate-resilient fisheries. The…

Puri: The annual dolphin census in Odisha commenced today, marking a significant effort to monitor and protect the vibrant marine life in the region. The counting process has been initiated in Chilika Lake and Gahirmatha, a crucial hub for…

Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance the wildlife experience and accommodate visitors with busy schedules, the Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary, located near Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is gearing up to launch a night safari. The initiative is set to…

New Delhi: The Ministry of Railways is spearheading a transformative journey to make Indian Railways a trailblazer in environmental sustainability with the ambitious vision of becoming Green Railways by 2030. The ministry has implemented a…

Maharashtra: The Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) situated in between Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra has achieved the distinction of becoming India's inaugural Dark Sky Park and the fifth in Asia. This designation aims to safeguard the night sky,…