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TopicCrocodiles

Topic: crocodiles

In 1900s, Andamans came up with a plan to bring up crocodile numbers, but success has come with a bite

Rising attacks on humans have put Andaman's saltwater crocodiles at the center of a clash between conservationists and the government.

Gripping drama in MP as I-T dept finds cash, gold, crocodiles at BJP ex-MLA’s home. 2 ‘pets’ rescued

Forest dept officials suspect there are at least two more crocodiles on Harvansh Singh Rathore’s property. The rescued crocodiles will be released in Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary.

In a bid to untangle historical threads of Braj region, ASI digs Govardhan Hill after 50 yrs

A selection of the best news reports, analysis and opinions published by ThePrint this week.

Baby crocodile found swimming in central Mumbai pool, civic body to probe how it got there

A lifeguard caught the reptile, but was bitten in the process, according to municipality officials.

Crocodiles pose new threat as flooded Ganga brings wildlife into residential areas in Haridwar

An official of the forest department said that so far, around a dozen crocodiles have been captured from the populated areas along the main rivers.

Scientists find 1st known case of ‘virgin birth’ in crocodiles: 1 female, 14 eggs, no male partner

The crocodile, Coquita, was 18 when she laid the eggs and had been in isolation from other crocodiles at the Costa Rica reptile park, Parque Reptilandia, since she was two years old.

Mummified remains of 16th-century man could help crack history of E. coli evolution

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

Modi’s tears may not be real. But opposition’s mocking will only turn them into a weapon

If past election results and India’s politics ought to have taught Modi's rivals and critics anything, it should be that any personal attack against him only boomerangs.

Dear people, I am an Indian crocodile who is getting a very bad name these days: Shobhaa De

My weight and height are very impressive. I can reach up to 10 feet and walk on water when required. Please don’t ask about my chest measurements.

2020 tied with 2016 for the hottest year ever recorded & why crocodiles don’t change

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week.

On Camera

Indians should adopt stray dogs. It’s what Hindu value system teaches

Compassion and cohabitation with animals are ingrained in the Indian value system. A humane solution must be found for the rising conflict between man and free-range animals.

New insolvency frameworks to shorter timelines, how 2025 amendment bill proposes to transform IBC

New bill aims to fix key issues with IBC 2016, including delays & patchy implementation, and protect creditors, with window for genuine promoters to retain control of their companies.

Centre appoints Army ex-vice chief Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani as military adviser to NSC Secretariat

New Delhi: Former Indian Army Vice Chief Lt Gen N.S. Raja Subramani (Retd) has been appointed the new Military Advisor (MA) to the National...

That Oval Office picture for ages deserves closer Indian reading, with a geopolitical lens

Putin sees this as a victory. Europeans have decided to deal with Trump on his terms for the sake of the larger Western alliance. We look at the lessons for us in India.