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Night Safari begins at Chandaka and Dampara Wildlife Sanctuary
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to enhance wildlife experiences, the Odisha Forest Department inaugurated a Night Safari or Nocturnal Natures Trail at Chandaka and Dampara wildlife sanctuary. The initiative kicked off at the Bharatpur…
78-Year-Old Environmentalist Dukhu Majhi to Receive Padma Shri for Green Crusade
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,…
Arunachal Pradesh’s Yanung Jamoh Lego Honored as “Adi Queen of Herbs” with Padma…
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…
Odisha Set to Introduce Melanistic Tiger Safari Near Similipal Tiger Reserve
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…
Innovative Elephant Training Program Aims to Mitigate Human-Wildlife Conflict in Odisha
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…
India Revises Wildlife Trade Rules After 40 Years, Raises Conservation Concerns
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…
India Proposes Substantial Reduction of Carbon Footprint for Climate-Resilient Fisheries
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…
Annual Dolphin Census Kickstarts in Puri
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…
Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary in Bhubaneswar to Introduce Night Safari for Visitors
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…
Indian Railways Pioneers Green Revolution with Ambitious 2030 Target
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…