Of the two Great Indian Bustard chicks that hatched at the Conservation Breeding Centre in Jaisalmer, one was through natural mating, the other through artificial insemination.
The exhibition Sustaina India, a collaborative initiative by CEEW and artist duo Thukral and Tagra, houses 10 art installations. It ends on 15 February.
The National Highways Authority of India has constructed 25 underpasses along 12 km stretch to help animals move safely under the road with minimal disturbance to their habitat.
In a resolution that would be voted upon at IUCN Congress in October, the international body aims to recognise the reserve spread out across 448 sq km in the state's Palk Bay.
In Madhya Pradesh, where elephant population is rising, peaceful co-existence is a challenge. Programmes are also being started to guide villagers on what to do during elephant encounters.
HC’s guidelines on parading elephants in festivals faced resistance from temple trusts citing tradition. SC struck them down, but activists call for balancing tradition with compassion.
Pandey started his career with Bollywood films like ‘Razia Sultan’ and ‘Jaan Hatheli Pe’. But he wanted his filmography to mean something, and wildlife conservation was the answer.
In FY 2025-26, AoN for 55 proposals amounting to Rs 6.73 lakh cr has been accorded by DAC. Both the quantum of AoN given and capital contracts signed, so far, have been the highest in any FY.
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