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Acting on Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre's directive for the relocation of 63-year-old elephant Gajendra from the Budipadaga elephant camp in Chamarajanagar district to the Mattigodu camp in the Nagarahole forests, the forest authorities safely shifted the elephant in a truck to the location. In isolation Gajendra, a veteran of the famous Mysuru Dasara festivities, had recently been living in isolation at the Budipadaga camp, raising concerns among wildlife enthusiasts and the public. A social
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 27 (ANI): A female student was allegedly gang-raped inside a law college in Kolkata's Kasba on Wednesday evening. The police have arrested all three accused within 24 hours. The three accused, named as Monojit Mishra (31), Zaib Ahmed (19), and Pramit Mukhopadhyay (20), were former students or staff members of the same law college. Also Read | Student Gang-Raped at South Kolkata Law College: Police Arrest 3 Youths for Sexually Assaulting Young Woman Inside Law College. According to the police, the accused named in the FIR will be produced before the A.C.J. ...Read More >
The viral video from the Bandipur Tiger Reserve shows the elephant charging at the man and running after him before stomping on him. A dramatic incident unfolded in Karnataka's Bandipur Tiger Reserve when a wild elephant stomped on a tourist who was trying to take a photograph of the animal. The video is circulating on the internet, sparking a backlash against the man and a conversation about interfering with wildlife. Shared by Daniel Osorio, the viral video shows the elephant charging at the ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Concerns have been raised following the report of another tigress' death in Karnataka on Saturday, coming close on the heels of the shocking incident involving the death of a tigress and her four cubs. According to forest officials, the latest death has been reported from the Gundre Forest Range in Bandipur, located in Chamarajanagar district. Authorities, based on preliminary investigation, have stated that the tigress, estimated to be between 4 and 5 years old, appears to have died of natural causes. However, the post-mortem report is awaited for confirmation. The carcass was d ...Read More >
Jamnagar: Vantara, the animal rescue, care, and rehabilitation initiative run by the Reliance Foundation, has responded to the ongoing controversy surrounding the relocation of a 36-year-old female elephant, Mahadevi (also referred to as Madhuri), from the Swastishri Jinsen Bhattarak Pattacharya Mutt in Kolhapur to Vantara's Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust in Jamnagar. In a statement shared on Instagram, Vantara said: "Vantara holds the deepest respect for the emotions and spiritual ...Read More >
Mysuru: Mandya district minister HC Mahadevappa on Sunday formally extended the state govt's invitation for the Dasara festival to the Mysuru royal family.Upholding a long-standing tradition, the minister visited the residential wing of the Mysuru Palace and invited the royal family matriarch, Pramoda Devi Wadiyar, offering 'phala tamboola' -- a customary gesture involving fruits and betel leaves -- while inviting her to grace the festival.The ritual of inviting the erstwhile royal family remains ...Read More >
Bengaluru: In an incident of concern, the unnatural death of a tigress and her three cubs, probably due to poisoning, came to light in the Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district on Thursday. Addressing media persons in Bengaluru, Forests, Ecology, and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre announced that an investigation has been ordered into the incident and officials have been directed to submit a detailed report within three days. The probe will be conducted by the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF). "Karnataka stands second in the count ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: Three ceremonial elephants went berserk during Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad on Friday. As many as 18 elephants had been decorated for the grand event of whom three went out of control and started running in the crowd. The incident occurred when the chariots reached Khadia locality of the city. It is alleged that the sound of loud DJ music agitated the elephants which went berserk and started running in the crowd. While a cameraman sustained minor injuries, no major loss of life and property was reported in the incident. The cameraman was taken to SVP Hospital in an 108 ambulance. Polic ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, Jun 27 (PTI) The 148th Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath passed off peacefully in Ahmedabad on Friday in the presence of thousands of devotees, who thronged to catch a glimpse of the deity, although this year's annual event witnessed a brief disruption after an elephant ran amok. It took around 12 hours for the yatra to conclude as it traversed through different parts of the city. One person was injured after the male elephant, agitated by excessive noise, broke a barricade and rushed into a narrow lane in the morning when the procession was passing from Khadia area of the city. The m ...Read More >
BHOPAL: She never mated, yet raised generations of calves. She survived brutal attacks, lived through blindness, and stood as a matriarch in the forests of Panna Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh for over three decades. But when Vatsala died this week, the gentle elephant did so just short of global recognition - because of one missing document.On Tuesday, Vatsala collapsed into a pit near Hinauta Elephant Camp and could not rise. Her body finally gave way. Forest officials said she was more than 100 years old - a contender for Guinness Book of World Records - but could not secure the title. "Wi ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: In a wildly chaotic incident that broke out today in the Khadia area during the 148ᵗʰ Jagannath Rath Yatra, three elephants lost control in Gujarat's Ahmedabad. The elephants were part of the procession and suddenly became uncontrollable, triggering panic among devotees and stallholders. A series of videos have appeared online showing the elephants, decked up for the festivities, running on the road. Reportedly, fire department, doctors, and police were present at the scene when people rushed away from the sight of the elephants. The chaos was quickly brought under control as the e ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, Jun 27 (PTI) One person was injured on Friday during the Rath Yatra procession in Ahmedabad, when a male elephant, agitated by excessive noise, broke a barricade and rushed into a narrow lane, officials said. The mahouts on two other elephants followed the jumbo and controlled it, ensuring that the procession proceeded smoothly on its designated route, said RK Sahu, superintendent of Kankaria Zoo in the city. "One bystander was injured after an elephant got disturbed and entered a narrow lane in the Khadia area. The injured person has been shifted to a nearby hospital. The process ...Read More >
Kolhapur witnessed a massive turnout on Sunday (August 3, 2025) as thousands of locals walked in a silent protest, urging authorities to the bring back 36-year-old elephant Mahadevi, also known as Madhuri, from NGO Vantara's wildlife rehabilitation facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Elephant relocated to Gujarat facility run by Vantara from Kolhapur; devotees bid emotional adieu Vantara is the brainchild of Anant Ambani, son of industrialist Mukesh Ambani, and is supported by Reliance Industries Limited and Reliance Foundation The march, led by former Swabhimani Kisan Sangathan president and fo ...Read More >
Mysuru: Mysuru district minister HC Mahadevappa firmly dismissed opposition leader R Ashoka's claim that CM Siddaramaiah would not inaugurate this year's Dasara festivities.Ashoka is not the Congress high command -- he is merely the leader of the opposition. What authority does he have over Congress matters, Mahadevappa questioned, even as he refuted any internal discussions or plans suggesting a change in leadership.Speaking to reporters in Mysuru, the minister asserted that no such conversation took place. I didn't hear anything about a transfer of power. Siddaramaiah is the chief minister a ...Read More >
Mysuru, Oct 2 (PTI) The 11-day Mysuru Dasara festivities reached its grand finale on Thursday with the iconic Vijayadashami procession. Celebrated as 'Nada Habba' (state festival), the Dasara or 'Sharan Navaratri' festivities was a grand affair this year, showcasing Karnataka's rich culture and traditions, reminiscent of royal pomp and glory. Thousands of people are expected to witness the 'Jamboo Savari', a march of a dozen caparisoned elephants led by 'Abhimanyu' carrying the idol of Goddess Chamundeshwari, the presiding deity of Mysuru and its royals, on a 750 kg howdah or "Ambari" with g ...Read More >
Dibrugarh: Arunachal Pradesh Forest Minister Wangki Lowang on Wednesday announced that a rogue elephant responsible for multiple human fatalities in Tirap district has been successfully identified and captured with the assistance of an expert team from the Karnataka Forest Department. In a statement shared on social media, Lowang credited the success of the operation to coordinated efforts between state authorities and the visiting specialists. "This would not have been possible without their invaluable support. I sincerely thank Chief Minister Pema Khandu for his prompt assistance. My heartf ...Read More >
PATNA: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday claimed that the ruling NDA in Bihar was "on its way out", and the new government in the state led by the Mahagathbandhan will "consign to dustbin" the Waqf Act brought by the Narendra Modi dispensation at the Centre. The young leader addressed a 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally, held at the historical Gandhi Maidan here, where leaders from various political parties had turned up, wearing black bands as a mark of protest. The former deputy chief minister, who is now the leader of the opposition in the state assembly, underscored, "Our national p ...Read More >
Mysuru, September 14: A shocking incident unfolded in Chikkahejjuru village, Hunsur taluk, Karnataka, where a woman allegedly murdered her husband and fabricated a tiger attack to claim Rs 15 lakh in government compensation. Sallapuri, 40, allegedly poisoned her husband Venkataswamy, 45, on September 9. She then buried his body in a five-foot cow dung pit near their home, covering it with dung, straw, and leaves. The couple, originally from Bidadi, worked on a 4.1-acre arecanut farm owned by Bengaluru engineers and earned Rs 18,000 per month. They had two children living in Bidadi for schooli ...Read More >
Mysuru: Forest,Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre highlighted the vital role of mahouts and kavadis in controlling human-wildlife conflict, stressing their unmatched skills in handling elephants. Speaking after hosting a special lunch for mahouts, kavadis, and their families at the Mysuru Palace, where the Dasara elephants are being housed for the famed Jamboo Savari, the minister said Karnataka's elephant handlers possess traditional expertise in taming and managing elephants. "Our mahouts and kavadis are often called upon by neighboring states like Andhra Pradesh and Goa to a ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday stated the State Government would release an adequate amount to make the Mysuru Dasara-2025 festivities on a grandeur and said "The State Government will release funds for the Dasara festivities as decided by the Executive Committee for Dasara." Siddaramaiah belongs to Siddaramanahundi in Mysuru taluk and represents Varuna Assembly seat in the district. Pointing at the previous fund release for Mysuru Dasara, Chief Minister said the State Government spent Rs 40 crore including arrears of previous Dasara festivities and assured the State Gover ...Read More >
Itanagar, April 1: A 12-member expert team from Karnataka arrived at Deomali in Tirap district on Monday to track and relocate a rogue elephant responsible for multiple human casualties in the district over the last two years, including the death of a former MLA who was attacked while on a morning walk. Led by Dr Ramesha H, a senior veterinary officer and elephant specialist, the team comprises experts in tranquillisation, wildlife monitoring, and trained mahouts from elephant camps. The operation will involve the use of kumki (trained) elephants and thermal drones for effective tracking and ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone has been named among the 2025 inductees for the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The announcement was made on Wednesday evening by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce's selection panel, placing her alongside a diverse list of international stars who will receive their own star on the iconic Hollywood Boulevard. While Deepika's recognition has rightly sparked celebrations across India, many have mistakenly credited her as the first Indian to receive this honour. However, the truth is far more fascinating - and nearly forgotten. The first Indian-origin actor to ...Read More >
Following the poisoning of two tigers and four tiger cubs to death in M.M. Hills in Chamarajanagar district, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday cautioned that strict action will be taken against those who kill wildlife. He emphasised that forests have no value without animal lives and that the survival of forests determines the survival of the planet. Speaking after presenting the Chief Minister's medals to Forest and Environment Department personnel at the valedictory function of the 71s ...Read More >
Mysuru: A report prepared by the Wildlife Institute of India, under Project Elephant of the Union ministry of environment, forest and climate change, has issued a serious warning to the Karnataka forest department about a growing threat to the state's elephant habitats. As per the 'Status of Elephants in India: DNA Based Synchronous All India Population Estimation of Elephants (SAIEE) 2021-25' report, the once-contiguous elephant populations of the Western Ghats are rapidly becoming disconnected due to changing land use patterns, including expanding commercial plantations of coffee and tea, in ...Read More >
Pilibhit (UP), Oct 28 (PTI) Two wild elephants destroyed hundreds of acres of crops in a village here on Tuesday morning, prompting authorities to launch efforts to guide them to safety. Divisional Forest Forest (DFO) of Social Forestry, Bharat Kumar DK told reporters that the movement of elephants from Nepal has been observed in the Bisalpur area. Two teams are continuously monitoring them. A team from Bareilly has also been deployed and a team from Wildlife SOS, comprising trained mahouts and elephant management experts, has been called from Agra to control the situation and guide the elep ...Read More >
Mumbai, August 03: The transfer of the elephant Mahadevi, also known as Madhuri, from a Mutt in Kolhapur to the RKTEWT (Vantara) facility in Jamnagar sparked widespread debate. Vantara issued a press note which clarifies the facts behind the relocation, which was carried out under the directions of the High Powered Committee (HPC) of the Ministry of Environment and Forests and upheld by both the Bombay High Court and the Supreme Court of India, with the sole focus on ensuring the elephant's welfare and safety. The Press Release Read: Brief Note on the Transfer of Elephant Mahadevi @Madhuri t ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 3 (ANI): Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin paid tribute to freedom fighter Dheeran Chinnamalai on his 220th death anniversary at Guindy in Chennai on Sunday. The Chief Minister offered flowers to the portrait of the freedom fighter in Chennai. Dheeran Chinnamalai was born as Theerthagiri Sarkarai Manradiar on April 17, 1756. He was a Palayakkarar and chieftain who ruled the Kongu Nadu region. Chinnamalai fought against the Kingdom of Mysore, which collected taxes in the Kongu region. However, later, he joined hands with Tipu Sultan and waged wars agains ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Mar 12 (PTI) Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre told the Legislative Assembly on Thursday that the increase in the population of wild animals like tigers and elephants, amid a decrease in forest cover in the state, is contributing to human-animal conflicts. The minister was responding to questions raised by MLAs, including Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka in the Assembly. "The number of animals has increased. In 1972, Bandipur had 12 tigers. Now, there are 175 tigers. Regarding the carrying capacity (at Bandipur), we have formed a team of experts and will be getting a repor ...Read More >
Bengaluru, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) The forest and police authorities have launched a search on Friday for the owner of the cow in connection with the death of a tigress and her four cubs in the Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district. In a deeply concerning incident, the unnatural death of a tigress and her four cubs, likely due to poisoning, had come to light on Thursday. Initially, it was reported that the tigress and three cubs had died. However, authorities later confirmed that the tigress and four cubs had died under unnatural circumstances. T ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: The Gujarat forest department started an inquiry on Saturday after a video of a man repeatedly beating a female elephant in Ahmedabad was widely shared on social media platforms, including X. The 43-second footage of the person, reportedly a mahout (handler), striking the elephant around 19 times with a stick has sparked widespread outrage among citizens, including animal welfare advocates. The forest department has begun an inquiry into the alleged animal abuse case, an official said. This incident comes two days after a single male elephant, Babulal -- startled by loud DJ music ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Two elephant camps established during the rule of erstwhile Maharajas of Mysore era-Kyatadevara Gudi and Budipadaga falling under Biliranganatha Swamy Temple tiger reserve in Chamarajanagar district wore a deserted look on Wednesday after its lone tamed elephant Gajendra, 63, was translocated to Mathigodu Elephant Camp in Kodagu. Earlier Gajendra was accommodated at K. Gudi camp before recently shifted to Budipadaga camp which was revived a couple of years back. Ruling out shutting down the camps in BRT, a senior official of Biligiriranganatha Swamy Temple tiger reserve told Deccan ...Read More >