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 state. In an official notification, STR Field Director Prakash Chandra Goginen stated that the closure is a precautionary…
Bhubaneswar: The latest Odisha Elephant Census has revealed the presence of 2,098 elephants across 38 Forest Divisions in the state, marking an increase of 122 elephants since the last census in 2017. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Susant Nanda shared these findings on Wednesday, noting a nearly stable population with a male-to-female ratio of…
Jodhpur: In a significant breakthrough in understanding and addressing air pollution, a researcher from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jodhpur has published ground-breaking findings in the prestigious journal Nature Communications. The study provides new insights into the sources and composition of particulate matter (PM) in Northern India, revealing critical information that could shape future…
New York: India reaffirmed its dedication to forest conservation and sustainable management at the 19th Session of the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF), held at the UN Headquarters in New York from May 6th to 10th May 2024. The Indian delegation, led by Jitendra Kumar, Director General of Forests and Special Secretary, Ministry of…
Agartala: In a significant initiative to enhance Tripura’s green cover, the Forest Department announced plans to plant 15 lakh saplings of various species in phases across the state, Tripura’s Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma revealed on Monday. Minister Debbarma outlined the ambitious project, stating that the planting will occur in multiple phases, with an initial target…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the breeding season of saltwater crocodiles, Odisha has announced a three-month ban on the entry of tourists and visitors to Bhitarkanika National Park, effective from May 1. The decision, enforced by the Forest Department, aims to protect the nesting habitats of estuarine crocodiles and ensure minimal disruption during their mating…
Bhubaneswar: The wildfire that initially broke out in the Godibari forest has now spread to more areas in the Chandaka forest, posing a significant threat to the rich biodiversity of the region. The flames reached the Jhumuka forest area, intensifying concerns among forest officials and nearby residents. A forest team has been deployed to monitor…
Antarctica: A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Babula Jena and his team from the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, in collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey, United Kingdom, has shed light on the unprecedented hindrance in Antarctic ice expansion and ice retreat ahead of the annual ice maximum in 2023. In the wake…
Bhubaneswar: In response to escalating forest fire incidents in sensitive wildlife areas of Odisha, the state government has taken proactive measures by deploying Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) teams across seven strategic locations. Despite earlier efforts by forest personnel and fire services to contain the blaze, the forest fires persisted, prompting the government to…
New Delhi: In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has extended the ambit of Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution to encompass the “right against the adverse effects of climate change,” recognizing the critical importance of environmental protection in safeguarding fundamental rights. A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India D…
