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Bhubaneshwar, Apr 7 (UNI) The Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary, home to a wide range of flora and fauna besides picturesque forest ambience, in Odisha's Bargarh district has emerged as an ecotourism hotspot, attracting both domestic and overseas tourists to boost local economy. The Debrigarh ecotourism sites recorded Rs.6.02 crore revenue with 1.4 lakh footfall of tourists with more than 50,000 from Italy, France, US, UK, Canada, West Indies, Germany, Finland, Ireland, Spain and Brazil in the 2025- ...Read More >
Mumbai: 'Anupamaa' actor Rupali Ganguly, who has consistently spoken up for animal rights, condemned a Jaipur content creator for painting an elephant pink for the sake of a photoshoot and appeals to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take strict action. Mourning the demise of the elephant, that reportedly passed away after the photoshoot, Rupali wrote, "As someone who shares your respect for wildlife and as a supporter of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals India (PETA India), I write wit ...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. Regardi ...Read More >
Bandipur (Karnataka) [India], March 12 (ANI): Karnataka Forest and Environment Minister Ishwar B Khandre has defended the State government's decision to temporarily suspend safari operations in Bandipur and Nagarahole National Parks last November, stating that the move was taken to protect human lives after a series of wildlife attacks. Speaking in the Assembly during the Question and Answer session, Khandre was responding to Leader of the Opposition R Ashok who said that over 4,000 people had ...Read More >
Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district will reopen for tourists from October 18, an official said here on Wednesday. The tiger reserve was closed for tourists from June 30 due to the monsoon, the STR official said. According to the notification issued by STR Field Director Prakash Chand Gogineni, a maximum of 60 vehicles will be allowed inside the national park daily. Maximum 35 vehicles will be allowed from Jashipur checkgate, while 25 vehicles will enter the STR through ...Read More >
Guwahati: Assam Cabinet Minister Atul Bora officially inaugurated the 2025-26 tourism season at Kaziranga National Park on Saturday, marking the opening of the Agaratoli Range for visitors. Alongside the tourism launch, Bora also unveiled a new weaving unit designed to support women and young girls in the region. "I am happy to declare the Agaratoli Range open for visitors for the 2025-26 tourism season. Alongside, the newly established weaving unit will give a new commercial dimension to Muga ...Read More >
Lucknow, September 12: The Seva Parv will be observed nationwide from September 17 to October 2, with a target of planting 1.25 crore saplings. In Uttar Pradesh, the Yogi government has set a goal of 15 lakh plantations. On the opening day, each of the state's 34 Nagar Vans will plant at least 100 saplings. Alongside plantation drives, campaigns on environmental awareness, rainwater harvesting, and conservation will also be conducted. Divisional Forest Officers in every district have been desig ...Read More >
Lucknow, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) As the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) gears up to celebrate 15-day long 'Sewa Pakhwada' across the country to celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to observe 'Seva Parv' from September 17 to October 2, with a target of planting 15 lakh saplings across the state. On the opening day, each of the state's 34 Nagar Vans will plant at least 100 saplings. Alongside plantation drives, campaigns on environmental aware ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group and Mandai Wildlife Group have joined hands to enhance the country's appeal as a top travel destination by co-creating customer experiences through exclusive privileges, and spotlighting the crucial work of wildlife conservation for the planet. The partnership will also extend assistance from SIA in transferring animals from Singapore's wildlife parks to accredited zoos across the world. As part of efforts to boost inbound travel from key internationa ...Read More >
Dehradun, Jul 6 (PTI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday enjoyed a jungle safari in Corbett National Park and participated in the mass planting of over 1,000 saplings under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign. In a post on X, the chief minister said that during the safari, a wonderful and thrilling glimpse of wildlife was seen and said, "This experience amidst biodiversity became an opportunity to connect with the precious heritage of nature." Dhami said that, as a result of ...Read More >
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NBCC (India) Limited took a significant step in wildlife conservation and eco-tourism by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FDCM Gorewada Zoo Limited (FGZL), a Government of Maharashtra initiative. This MoU focuses on developing the African Safari and Entrance Plaza at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur. The agreement was signed by Chandrasekharan Bala, CEO of FGZL, and Pravin Tukaram Doiphode, Executive Director of NBCC. The event took place i ...Read More >
NBCC (India) Limited moved to a transformative leap in wildlife conservation and Eco-tourism infrastructure by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FDCM Gorewada Zoo Limited (FGZL), a Government of Maharashtra undertaking. The MoU pertains to the Development of African Safari and Entrance Plaza at the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park, Nagpur. The MoU was signed by Shri Chandrasekharan Bala, CEO, FGZL and Shri Pravin Tukaram Doiphode, Executive Director, NBC ...Read More >
NBCC (India) Limited has secured a major project worth approximately ₹354.88 crore (excluding GST) from FDCM Gorewada Zoo Limited. This domestic contract is for providing Project Management and Supervision services for the development of a world-class African Zoo in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The scope of work includes overseeing the construction of the African Zoo, Safari Plaza, Animal Hospital, Quarantine Facility, and other associated infrastructure. As a Project Management Consultant (PMC), NBCC ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary on Friday recorded an increase of 129 Indian bison in the summer census in just a few months, bringing their total count to 788. In the winter census, their number was 659.This time, Debrigarh, the lone sanctuary in the state with a rich bison density, recorded 60 herds, compared to 52 herds in the last census.The 788 gaurs include 315 juveniles (less than two years old) and 128 newborns (less than three months old). The juveniles constitute 40% of the t ...Read More >
Sambalpur: The population of Indian Bisons (Gaur) in Odisha's Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary has increased to 788 from 659 in six months, a forest officer said. The authorities of the Hirakud wildlife division conducted the census from May 11 to May 13, this year and published the report Friday. As per the report, the total number of Indian Bison in the wildlife sanctuary was 788, which includes 315 juveniles (less than 2 year old) and 128 newborns (less than 3 months). Of the total bison popula ...Read More >
Mumbai: Maharashtra government on Thursday announced the launch of 'leopard safari' at Mumbai's Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). Maharashtra cabinet minister Ashish Shelar inspected the SGNP. Mr. Shelar also adopted two lions -- Bharat and Bharati -- for a year. He has taken personal responsibility for their upkeep. The SNGP, which is spread over a 103 square kilometre area in Mumbai suburban district and part of Thane district, currently operates Lion and Tiger Safari for the wildlife lover ...Read More >
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