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Bhavasagara Centre Declared National Deep-Sea Fauna Repository

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has designated the “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s...

March 31, 2026

Jungle Cat Populations Declining Beyond Protected Areas

Recent studies have highlighted a worrying decline in Jungle cat populations, stressing the need to conserve habitats beyond protected areas. Experts note that the species, though adaptable, is...

March 30, 2026

Kariba Floating Solar Project to Boost Zimbabwe Power Supply

Zimbabwe is planning a 500 MW floating solar power project at Kariba Dam to address persistent electricity shortages and diversify its energy mix. The initiative, led by Green...

March 30, 2026

Nyctibatrachus Kali Frog Discovered in Karnataka

A new frog species named “Nyctibatrachus kali”, commonly called the Kali Night Frog, has recently been discovered in Karnataka. The finding highlights the rich biodiversity of the Western...

March 29, 2026

Red-Crowned Roofed Turtle Faces Habitat Decline in Ganga

The Red-crowned Roofed Turtle, once widely found in the Ganga river system, is now confined to shrinking habitats, raising serious conservation concerns. This freshwater species, known for its...

March 29, 2026

Zojila Pass Avalanche Highlights Strategic Himalayan Route

A massive snow avalanche has recently struck Zojila Pass in Ladakh, disrupting movement along a key Himalayan corridor. The incident highlights the vulnerability of high-altitude mountain passes to...

March 29, 2026

Coringa Sanctuary Protects Olive Ridley Turtle Eggs

Officials of the Wildlife Management Authority and Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary in Andhra Pradesh have successfully conserved nearly 20,000 eggs of Olive Ridley turtles on Hope Island. This effort...

March 28, 2026

Rare Keelback Snake Species Documented in Northeast India

Scientists from the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun have recently documented two rare keelback snake species in Northeast India. The Rakhine Keelback (“Herpetoreas davidi”) was recorded in...

March 28, 2026

Steppe Eagle Finds Stronghold in Western Rajasthan

The western region of Rajasthan has recently been identified as a key wintering stronghold for the Steppe Eagle, a large migratory raptor. This recognition highlights the ecological importance...

March 28, 2026

Euthalia Zubeengargi Butterfly Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

A new butterfly species, Euthalia zubeengargi, has recently been recorded in Arunachal Pradesh, adding to the rich biodiversity of India’s northeastern region. The discovery highlights the ecological significance...

March 28, 2026

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