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The residents of the village of Phey near Leh in Ladakh are cultivating a crop that is usually not grown in the fragile, water-scarce cold desert region. Using a technique known as mulching, the village in Leh district has emerged as the hub of organic watermelon cultivation.

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/.../this-ladakhi-village

A retired Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, VP Mohan, sought the immediate intervention of Prime Minister in stopping projects being undertaken under the Shimla Smart City Mission. He also sought efforts to tackle the alleged environmental corruption in the town, besides action against anyone found guilty in this practice. Addressing the media, Mohan said the projects being undertaken under the Smart City Mission were not making the town smart, but converting it into a slum.

https://www.uniindia.com/.../for.../States/news/3174015.html

A new report by campaigning organisation Greenpeace International revealed that close to 90% of Indians support reducing plastic production to tackle pollution and combat climate change. This widespread public backing comes ahead of a crucial meeting in Ottawa, Canada, where a global treaty to regulate plastics will be discussed.

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/.../almost-90-indians

Spread over more than 41 acres and with a capacity of 33,000, Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium at Mullanpur, Punjab is on the legal turf, with the filing of a petition in public interest for restraining the BCCI and other respondents from conducting cricket matches and tournament there.

https://www.tribuneindia.com/.../pil-in-high-court-to

Assam govt submitted before the Gauhati high court on Wednesday that even though the state cabinet has decided to denotify the Deepor Beel Wildlife Sanctuary, the formal notification has not been issued till date.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/.../art.../109049562.cms

#environmentind #india #environment #news #awareness #wildlife #forest #ecology #Ladakh #SaveLadakh #Sustainability #OrganicFood #Shimla #HimachalPradesh #punjab #guwahati

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Family Drama Beneath Our Feet: Genetic Tug of War in Soil

In the ever-evolving saga of nature's mysteries, scientists have uncovered a captivating twist in the age-old tale of plants and their soil companions. A recent research by Clark, K. M. et. al., has delved deep into the intricate relationship between these two entities, shining a spotlight on the role of genetic relatedness in shaping their dynamic dance.

With Solidago altissima (North American species of Goldenrod) as their muse, researchers embarked on an enthralling journey to unravel the secrets hidden beneath the earth's surface. Seedlings from a diverse array of parent plants were carefully nurtured, their destinies intertwined with the soil they grew in. Would kinship prove to be a blessing or a curse?

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The results of this groundbreaking experiment were nothing short of astonishing. Seedlings nestled in soil from their genetic relatives found themselves in a struggle for survival, their growth stunted by the very earth that bore their lineage. Meanwhile, those planted in soil from unrelated sources flourished, basking in the nurturing embrace of unfamiliar terrain.
In a revelation that echoes the complexities of human relationships, it became clear that genetic relatedness holds the key to unlocking the mysteries of plant-soil interactions. Much like a family reunion gone awry, sticking with familiar soil may not always be the best course of action. Sometimes, it's the unexpected encounters with strangers that lead to the most bountiful growth.

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As we gaze into the intricate web of life beneath our feet, this study serves as a beacon of insight, illuminating the nuanced dynamics that govern our ecosystems. From the depths of the soil to the heights of the canopy, the interplay between plants and their underground allies continues to captivate and inspire, reminding us of the boundless wonders that lie waiting to be discovered.

Source 👉 Clark, K. M., Gallagher, M. J., Canam, T., & Meiners, S. J. (2024). Genetic relatedness can alter the strength of plant–soil interactions. American Journal of Botany, e16289.

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Striking a Balance in Human-Wildlife Conflicts of India

Confrontations between humans and wildlife, particularly involving common leopards (Panthera pardus) and Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) in the Himalayan region, pose formidable challenges for both local communities and conservation efforts. A recent study by Datta, P., et.al., (2024) has contributed to bridge critical gaps in existing research by delving beyond landscape-level predictors. It examined loss patterns resulting from leopard and elephant encounters, evaluates the effectiveness of coping strategies, and considers socio-economic factors associated with these conflicts within the Buxa Tiger Reserve (BTR). The study, based on face-to-face interviews with 345 households across 10 forest villages, reveals intriguing insights.

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he study revealed that leopards predominantly target cows during the day and goats during both day and night, while elephants raid crops, particularly during crucial agricultural phases like paddy transplantation and harvesting. Financial losses prompt the adoption of coping strategies, with traditional measures showing limited effectiveness. Visual deterrents like flashing bright LED torchlights for elephants and night lights for leopards prove more promising.
Larger households with substantial livestock are more vulnerable to leopard attacks, and rice cultivation areas and the eastern division of the BTR face heightened elephant-related crop damage.

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Location of the study villages in the Buxa Tiger Reserve

The interaction between humans and wildlife in India’s Buxa Tiger Reserve (BTR) offers valuable insights into the dynamics of coexistence and conflict. From leopard-induced livestock losses to elephant crop raiding, the patterns of these interactions reveal a complex interplay between predators and prey. The financial repercussions of these wildlife encounters have spurred communities to adopt various coping mechanisms. Traditional approaches have proven ineffective, prompting the implementation of innovative solutions. Moreover, socio-economic factors significantly influence the intensity of wildlife incursions.
In order to gain a deeper understanding of these complex interactions, it is essential to expand the scope of these type of research. These researches are crucial for developing effective conservation and conflict resolution strategies that address the varied challenges faced by communities living alongside wildlife.

Source 👉 Datta, P., Behera, B., Sonobe, T., & Chand, S. (2024). Human Coexistence with Leopards and Elephants: Losses and Coping Strategies in an Indian Tiger Reserve. Trees, Forests and People, 100518.

#asianelephant #buxatigerreserve #casestudy #conflictmitigation #conservation #ecology #elephant #elephantconservation #elephants #environment #environmentind #forest #humanwildlifeconflictmitigation #humanelephantconflict #india #indianelephant #indianleopard #leopard #leopards #news #research #saveelephants #studies #study #wildlife #wildlifestudies 

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Unearthing Conflict: How Mining Shapes Human-Primate Encounters in Southern India

A recent study by researchers Anand, S., & Radhakrishna, S. (2024) delve into the impact of mining on human-primate conflict in southern India. Through a blend of household surveys and geospatial analysis, they explore how alterations to the landscape due to mining activities shape the dynamics of conflict between humans and primates in coal mining regions.

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In a coal mining region of southern India, researchers delve into the intricate interplay between human activities and wildlife dynamics. Through a meticulous blend of household surveys and geospatial analysis, they unravel the impacts of mining-induced landscape changes on human-primate conflict. Unlike traditional conflict scenarios, where crop damage often takes center stage, house-raiding emerges as the predominant form of conflict.
The study took place in Ramagundam Coal Belt region, situated in the Mancherial and Pedapalli districts of Telangana state, southern India, is part of the expansive Godavari Valley Coalfields (GVCF). Initially explored in 1886, the mining region has steadily expanded to encompass an area of 17,000 km2 across several districts. The Ramagundam area, in particular, has been a focal point of intensive mining activities since 1974.

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Location of study area and selection of survey locations

Results revealed that, unlike typical rural conflict scenarios, house-raiding emerged as the predominant conflict form, with minimal crop damage instances. Primates exhibited avoidance behaviors towards mining areas, with conflict incidents escalating further away from mines. Landscape features, particularly monospecific plantations correlated with reduced crop damage but increased likelihood of house-raiding incidents. Analysis of long-term land cover changes highlighted the correlation between the expansion of built-up areas and increased human-primate conflict interactions, particularly with rhesus macaques moving towards human settlements.
The research sheds light on the intricate connection between mining operations and human-primate conflict, highlighting how human-induced changes to landscapes significantly influence wildlife behavior and conflict patterns.

Source 👉 Anand, S., & Radhakrishna, S. (2024). Does Mining Escalate Human-Wildlife Conflict?: Insights from Human-Rhesus Macaque Conflict in a Coal-Mining Region in Southern India. Human Ecology, 1-13.

#animalprotection #conflictmitigation #ecology #environment #environmentindia #environmentind #forest #humanwildlifeconflict #india #monkeys #news #primates #ramagundamcoalbelt #research #southindia #telangana #wildlife

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◆ Arun Krishnamurthy, the founder of Environmentalist Foundation of India (EFI), which works in the field of wildlife conservation and habitat restoration, and Saalumarada Thimmakka, the 112-year-old climate warrior from Karnataka’s Tumkur district known as the “Mother of Trees" for planting 8,000 trees, on Wednesday won the CNN-News18 Indian of The Year 2023 in the Climate Warriors category.

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CNN-News18 Indian of The Year 2023: Arun Krishnamurthy, S Thimmakka Win in Climate Warriors Category - News18

Arun Krishnamurthy was presented the CNN-News18 Indian of the Year 2023 award in the Climate Warriors category by Afroz Shah.

https://www.news18.com/india/cnn-news18-indian-of-the-year-2023-arun-krishnamurthy-s-thimmakka-win-in-climate-warriors-category-8734930.html

◆ The oldest tigress in the country, ST-2 (19), undergoing treatment at Sariska Tiger Reserve, died on Tuesday. Often termed the Rajamata of Sariska, it gave birth to ST-7, ST-8, ST-13, and ST-14.

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'Rajmata of Sariska', India's oldest tigress, dies of illness | Jaipur News - Times of India

The oldest tigress in Sariska Tiger Reserve, ST-2, died on Tuesday. ST-2, also known as the Rajamata of Sariska, was shifted to Sariska in 2008. She g

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/rajmata-of-sariska-indias-oldest-tigress-dies-of-illness/articleshow/106691919.cms

◆ The Tripura Forest Department, in collaboration with Aranyak, Guwahati, and Tripura University, commenced a three-day consultative workshop for wildlife managers on Wednesday to ensure the sustainable survival and thriving of hoolock gibbons in their natural habitats.

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Tripura forest department launches three-day workshop for conservation of Hoolock Gibbons

The Tripura Forest Department, in collaboration with Aranyak, Guwahati, and Tripura University, commenced a three-day consultative workshop for wildlife managers on Wednesday to ensure the sustainable survival and thriving of hoolock gibbons

https://www.indiatodayne.in/tripura/story/tripura-forest-department-launches-three-day-workshop-for-conservation-of-hoolock-gibbons-744929-2024-01-10?utm_source=topic&utm_medium=topic&utm_campaign=topic

◆ Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday said the government has cleared 8,000 hectares of forest land, encroached by suspected Bangladeshi people.

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8,000 Hectares Of Assam Forest Land Cleared From Suspected Bangladeshis: Himanta

The government also evicted 48,000 families from across the state for encroaching on the forest and public land, Sarma said while addressing the Assam BJP's Executive Meeting, attended by its national president J P Nadda.

https://www.outlookindia.com/national/8-000-hectares-of-assam-forest-land-cleared-from-suspected-bangladeshis-himanta-news-342295

◆ Five forest department personnel, engaged in the early morning patrol, escaped unhurt after suspected members of sand mafia allegedly hit their car with a sand-laden tractor trolley in a bid to avoid interception in the forest area in Tekulapally mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district in the early hours of January 9, 2024.

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Sand mafia adopts aggressive tactics to evade forest squad in Bhadradri Kothagudem district

Five forest department personnel escaped unhurt after suspected members of sand mafia allegedly hit their car with a sand-laden tractor trolley in a bid to avoid interception

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Hyderabad/sand-mafia-adopts-aggressive-tactics-to-evade-forest-squad-in-bhadradri-kothagudem-district/article67726531.ece

◆ The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has called for an inter-state coordination committee meeting between Telangana, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh, challenging the standard explanations provided by the Telangana forest department for the disappearance of tigers from forest corridor areas in KB Asifabad district, especially the Kagaznagar forest area.

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◆ Numerous organizations intensified their protests Sunday at Hariharpur village in the state of Chhattisgarh in India, raising demands to cancel the Parsa coal mine as it threatens large-scale deforestation of the Hasdeo forests of Chhattisgarh, also known as the lungs of Chhattisgarh.
 

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India witnesses intensified protests in Chhattisgarh over deforestation due to mining activities

Numerous organizations intensified their protests Sunday at Hariharpur village in the state of Chhattisgarh in India, raising demands to cancel the Parsa coal mine as it threatens large-scale deforest...

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India witnesses intensified protests in Chhattisgarh over deforestation due to mining activities

Numerous organizations intensified their protests Sunday at Hariharpur village in the state of Chhattisgarh in India, raising demands to cancel the Parsa coal mine as it threatens large-scale deforest...

https://www.jurist.org/news/2024/01/india-witnesses-intensified-protests-in-chhattisgarh-over-deforestation-due-to-mining-activities/

◆ In a concerning revelation in the Kerala Forest department's annual administrative report of 2021-22, over 5,000 hectares of forested land in the state has been encroached upon.
 

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India News | Over 5,000 Hectares of Forest Land in Kerala Under Encroachment: State Forest Dept Report | LatestLY

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. In a concerning revelation in the Kerala Forest department's annual administrative report of 2021-22, over 5,000 hectares of forested land in the state has been encroached upon. India News | Over 5,000 Hectares of Forest Land in Kerala Under Encroachment: State Forest Dept Report.

https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/india-news-over-5000-hectares-of-forest-land-in-kerala-under-encroachment-state-forest-dept-report-5677811.html

◆ According to the state’s Chief Wildlife Warden Samir Sinha, the tiger population density in Uttarakhand is among the highest in the world. The tiger population, which stood at 178 in 2006, rose to 560 in 2022, recording a rise of 314%.
 

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Good news! Tiger population in Uttarakhand sees a 314% jump: Here’s why it happened - Times of India

Trending News: Uttarakhand celebrates the impressive growth of its tiger population, which is among the highest in the world. Conservation efforts, community partici

https://m.timesofindia.com/etimes/trending/good-news-tiger-population-in-uttarakhand-sees-a-314-jump-heres-why-it-happened/articleshow/106645833.cms

◆ According to data compiled by the Wildlife Protection Society of India, a staggering 206 tigers and 565 leopards lost their lives during the year. Notably, Maharashtra recorded the highest tiger mortality with 52 deaths, closely followed by Madhya Pradesh with 45.
 

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Maharashtra lost the most big cats in 2023

Growing tiger and leopard population, coupled with shrinking habitats and human-animal conflict flagged as major concerns for worrying trends

https://www.mid-day.com/amp/mumbai/mumbai-news/article/maharashtra-lost-the-most-big-cats-in-2023-23328979

◆ Bird species in northeastern India have started shifting to higher elevations due to increasing temperatures owing to deforestation, a new study showed.
 

Bird species in northeastern India shifting to higher elevations, face threat of extinction

Researchers say certain bird species shifting to degraded forest systems for climate change adaptation may go extinct  

https://www.downtoearth.org.in/news/world/bird-species-in-northeastern-india-shifting-to-higher-elevations-face-threat-of-extinction-93765

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Ripple in the Waters: Eurasian Otter Discovery in Western Ghats' Sanctuary

A thrilling discovery made by Mohan, S. K., and team in 2023 reveals something incredible! They spotted the elusive Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) right here in the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary within our beautiful Western Ghats. Two of these otters spotted in a rocky-torrential stream back in March 2020. These little fellas were on a frenzy, darting among submerged rocks, exploring nooks and crannies, and sometimes taking playful dives. What’s fascinating is their preference for spots where the water roars with energy, avoiding the calm and shallow areas.

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Now, here’s the real scoop on where they were found – it's a paradise up there! At 1,275 meters altitude in the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, there’s lush greenery, these halfway-between forests (called transitional sholas), and patches of green along a speedy stream with big rocks and fallen trees. And get this – this place isn’t just for our Eurasian Otter friends; it's also a sweet spot for the Asian Small-clawed Otter (Aonyx cinereus). Looks like they're sharing the space wisely!

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Recorded site of Eurasian Otter Lutra lutra from Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

But here’s where it gets interesting: this discovery shakes up what we thought we knew about where these otters like to hang out in the Western Ghats. It's shouting out loud that we need to dive deeper into understanding these otters – their types, where they live, how many there are, and what they’re up to. Knowing all this stuff is like giving them a shield from the things that threaten them – losing their homes, sand mining, being hunted, and their numbers going down.
It’s clear as daylight that if we want to keep these otters safe and sound in our precious Western Ghats, we’ve got to take care of the greenery by the streams. It’s like giving them a big, leafy hug and saying, “We got you, little buddies!”

Source 👉 Mohan, S. K., Nath, L. R., Subin, K. S., Govindankutty, S. K., & Nameer, P. O. (2023). Recent record of Eurasian Otter Lutra lutra (Linnaeus, 1758)(Mammalia: Carnivora: Mustellidae) from Kerala part of the Western Ghats, India and an insight into the behaviour and habitat preferences. Journal of Threatened Taxa15(12), 24352-24356.

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◆ The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) in India has raised eyebrows with its latest decision to consider ex-post facto clearances for non-forest projects in the Aravallis. This move effectively opens the door for regularization of constructions previously deemed illegal on this ecologically sensitive land.

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Union government may clear non-forest projects built in Aravallis

The approvals will be subject to payment of penal levies, and compensatory afforestation, the minutes of a committee meeting have revealed

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/centre-may-clear-non-forest-projects-built-in-aravallis-101703700480351.html

◆ District Level Forest Rights Committee has given forest clearances to six roads in Gummalakshmipuram and Kurupam mandals.

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Parvathipuram: Forest panel gives nod for 6 roads

These roads are being built in Gummalakshmipuram and Kurupam mandals to connect tribal areas to mainstream

https://www.thehansindia.com/news/cities/visakhapatnam/parvathipuram-forest-panel-gives-nod-for-6-roads-847268

◆ Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath proposed to start helicopter services and the establishment of four-lane road connectivity to facilitate seamless transportation to eco-tourism destinations such as Dudhwa National Park, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, and Chuka of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve.

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Yogi Adityanath Proposes Chopper Services At Wildlife Sanctuaries In UP To Promote Eco Tourism

CM Yogi addressed several topics during the UP Wildlife Board meeting, outlining guidelines aimed at preserving the state's biodiversity and enhancing the potential for eco-tourism.

https://news.abplive.com/states/up-uk/yogi-adityanath-proposes-chopper-services-at-wildlife-sanctuaries-in-up-to-promote-eco-tourism-1652991

◆ Hailed as a legend with three world records to her name, Rajmata, an Asiatic lioness who died in 2020 in Amreli, has been given a befitting tribute by wildlife enthusiasts and residents of Krankach village in the district. A memorial in the form of a lifesize statue has been installed in the village with a plaque that reads, "World's most legendary lioness."

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India News | World's Most Legendary Lioness': A Befitting Tribute for Collarwali in Amreli | LatestLY

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Hailed as a legend with three world records to her name, Rajmata, an Asiatic lioness who died in 2020 in Amreli, has been given a befitting tribute by wildlife enthusiasts and residents of Krankach village in the district. A memorial in the form of a lifesize statue has been installed in the village with a plaque that reads, "World's most legendary lioness." India News | World's Most Legendary Lioness': A Befitting Tribute for Collarwali in Amreli.

https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/india-news-worlds-most-legendary-lioness-a-befitting-tribute-for-collarwali-in-amreli-5655440.html

◆ The Nandankanan Zoological Park will receive two male chimpanzees and one male and one female cheetah from Dubai Safari Park, in exchange for a hippopotamus and six sangais. It will also receive African lion, red-necked wallaby, ring-tailed lemur and Hamadryas baboon in exchange of blackbuck, hog deer, gaur, red jungle fowl and gharial.

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Nandankanan to get chimpanzees | Bhubaneswar News - Times of India

Nandankanan Zoological Park to receive chimpanzees and cheetahs from Dubai Safari Park. Find out more about the exchange of animals.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/bhubaneswar/nandankanan-to-get-chimpanzees/articleshow/106335987.cms

◆ Tarak Chandra Paul, an 52-years-old environmentalist from Kanchrapara, North 24 Parganas of Kolkata, West Bengal had arrived at Bongaigaon on Tuesday after 16 day-long bicycle trip from Kolkata.

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Assam: Environmentalist Tarak Chandra Paul reaches Bongaigaon - Sentinelassam

This is an inspirational journey of an environmentalist who is touring India on a bicycle to promote environmental conservation.

https://www.sentinelassam.com/north-east-india-news/assam-news/assam-environmentalist-tarak-chandra-paul-reaches-bongaigaon-683481

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◆ The department is not leaving any stone unturned in protecting and popularising Kappatgudda forest. The department has now come out with a one-page calendar for the year 2024. It is a special calendar focusing on the wildlife of Kappatagudda.

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2024 Calendar | Wild Animals of Kappatagudda Forest | Hubballi News - Times of India

Discover the stunning wildlife of Kappatagudda Forest with our exclusive 2024 calendar featuring rare pictures of leopards, otters, porcupines, and more. Join us in protecting and popularizing this natural treasure.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hubballi/2024-calendar-wild-animals-of-kappatagudda-forest/articleshow/106306810.cms

◆ Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR) director Ramesh Kumar has recommended to the Chamarajanagar and Mysuru district administrations to ban all kinds of New Year celebrations around the tiger reserve. He has made the recommendation to keep the wild animals unaffected during the New Year celebrations at the homestays and resorts around the reserve.

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Ban Ny Celebrations Around Bandipur, Suggests Director | Mysuru News - Times of India

Mysuru: Bandipur Tiger Reserve (BTR) director Ramesh Kumar has recommended to the Chamarajanagar and Mysuru district administrations to ban all kinds .

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mysuru/ban-ny-celebrations-around-bandipur-suggests-director/articleshow/106306466.cms

◆ At least 25 people were hospitalised after they complained of uneasiness following an incident of ammonia gas lea at a fertiliser manufacturing unit in north Chennai's Ennore on Tuesday night.

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Ammonia gas leak in Chennai's Ennore, several hospitalised

After the leak at the plant, which took place around 11:45 pm on Tuesday, an unpleasant odour spread across the neighbourhood.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/ammonia-gas-leak-chennai-ennore-several-hospitalised-101703654548803.html

◆ The Japan International Cooperation Agency's (JICA) Forestry Project will revive ‘bhojpatra’ in Himachal Pradesh in collaboration with the Himalayan Forest Research Institute to empower forest-fringe communities, particularly women, through sustainable livelihoods, government officials said on Wednesday.

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Japan-funded forestry project to revive ‘bhojpatra’ in Himachal

Shimla, Dec 27 (IANS): The Japan International Cooperation Agency's (JICA) Forestry Project will revive ‘bhojpatra’ in Himachal Pradesh in collaboration with the Himalayan Forest Research Institute to empower forest-fringe communities, particularly women, through sustainable livelihoods, government officials said o.....

https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1152942

◆ Two people were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the death of a female leopard after its head got entangled in a clutch wire fixed in the fencing of a private school at Theetukal near Ooty on December 21.

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Leopard Death: Two Accused Arrested | Coimbatore News - Times of India

Udhagamandalam: Two people were arrested on Tuesday in connection with the death of a female leopard after its head got entangled in a clutch wire fix.

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/coimbatore/leopard-death-two-accused-arrested/articleshow/106307225.cms

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◆ The toll of human deaths due to animal attacks has seen a steady rise in the last five years, even as the funds to mitigate such conflicts have dwindled. In last five years, the Central government has cut the funds to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts by 67%.

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Human death toll on rise as funds to mitigate man-animal conflicts shrink

Funds released under the ‘Project Tiger’ was Rs 322.9 crore in 2019, which was consistently reduced to Rs 150.6 crore by 2023. 

https://www.newindianexpress.com/nation/2023/dec/15/human-death-toll-on-rise-as-funds-to-mitigate-man-animal-conflicts-shrink-2641673.html

◆ Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Friday said that the Centre should compensate the state for the contribution it has made in forest conservation.

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Centre should compensate Himachal for contribution in forest conservation: Dy CM Agnihotri

Hamirpur (HP), Dec 15 (PTI) Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Friday said that the Centre should compensate the state for the contribution it has made in forest conservation. Underlining the need for growing more trees for the green revolution and pollution free environment, Agnihotri asked the Central government to give more compensation […]

https://theprint.in/india/centre-should-compensate-himachal-for-contribution-in-forest-conservation-dy-cm-agnihotri/1887832/

◆ The Delhi High Court on Friday said the forest department must take all steps to protect the Ridge as it pulled up the authorities here for failing to notify its land as "reserved forest" in spite of earlier directions.

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Forest dept must take steps to protect Ridge: Delhi HC

Forest dept must take steps to protect Ridge: Delhi HC

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/forest-dept-must-take-steps-to-protect-ridge-delhi-hc-101702646731031.html

◆ An oil spill, caused during cyclone Michaung in Chennai's Ennore Creek, is being cleared by 75 boats with 300 personnel deployed. 

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75 Boats, 300 workers engaged in clearing Chennai's Ennore Creek oil spill | Latest updates

The oil spill has affected hundreds of families whose livelihoods depend on the coastal habitat, biodiversity, and aquatic life.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/chennais-ennore-creek-oil-spill-75-boats-300-workers-engaged-in-clearing-latest-updates-101702639147973.html

◆ President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Energy Conservation Awards 2023 in New Delhi on the occasion of National Energy Conservation Day. Addressing the gathering, the President said that the health and happiness of all of us lies in the conservation and good health of nature.
https://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20231215/4149069.html

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◆ A leopard was found dead on National Highway (NH) 44, near Khatu Shyam temple in north Delhi’s Alipur, in the early Wednesday – just days after another big cat was sighted in south Delhi’s Sainik Farms. 

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Leopard killed in accident at Alipur near Delhi

A leopard was found dead on National Highway 44 in north Delhi. It is believed to have been killed due to a road accident.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/leopard-killed-in-accident-at-alipur-near-delhi-101702567397285.html

◆ Developed by US-based NGO Resolve, TrailGuard AI is an innovative camera trap that is designed to detect specific species and transmit images of them instantly. Conservationists in India saw potential for its use in managing human-tiger conflict.

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In India, AI-enabled cameras are sending out tiger alerts in real time | CNN

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◆ One person was arrested for killing two barking deer that strayed into his paddy field in Jharkhand’s Simdega district, a forest department official said on Thursday.

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Man held for killing two barking deer in Jharkhand

Simdega (Jharkhand), Dec 14 (PTI) One person was arrested for killing two barking deer that strayed into his paddy field in Jharkhand’s Simdega district, a forest department official said on Thursday. Acting on a tip-off, a forest department team reached Badkaduil village and found that the accused was removing the skin and horns from the […]

https://theprint.in/india/man-held-for-killing-two-barking-deer-in-jharkhand/1886150/

◆ Activists and people’s representatives on Wednesday met Forest, Ecology and Environment Minister Eshwar B Khandre and requested him to conserve varieties of citrus fruits, especially Sakkare Kanchi (pomelo) which was disappearing from the Western Ghats

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Declare 'Sakkare Kanchi' heritage fruit of Western Ghats: Activists

Declare 'Sakkare Kanchi' heritage fruit of W Ghats: Activists

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/declare-sakkare-kanchi-heritage-fruit-of-w-ghats-activists-2810056

◆ Meet Yashwant Budhwani, Harsh Somani, and Khalid Ansari - three guys who've come up with something pretty cool for car owners. They've started Hoora, a new car wash service that's all about making your life easier and being kind to the planet
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◆ South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), the Chhattisgarh-based arm of Coal India Limited (CIL), will invest Rs 169 crore on plantations in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, over a period of the next four years.
https://www.business-standard.com/industry/news/south-eastern-coalfields-to-invest-rs-169-crore-on-miyawaki-plantation-123121200876_1.html

◆ A cinerous vulture, a native of Central Asia and Europe, was seen in Delhi’s skies after at least three decades. Retired scientist Surya Prakash, a keen birder, spotted the vulture hovering over Neeli Jheel in the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary on December 9.

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Rare vulture spotted at Asola Bhatti sanctuary

Surya Prakash, a zoologist and birder, who made the sighting on Saturday, said it was extremely rare for the vulture to land in the Capital.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-news/rare-vulture-spotted-at-asola-bhatti-sanctuary-101702318906372.html

◆ Andhra Pradesh Forest officials arrested a 29-year-old man on Tuesday for allegedly slaughtering a spotted deer in Nandyala district, and seized 35 kg venison from him, said an official.

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Andhra Pradesh forest officials arrest man for allegedly slaughtering deer; seize 35 kg venison

Nagaluty (Andhra Pradesh), Dec 12 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Forest officials arrested a 29-year-old man on Tuesday for allegedly slaughtering a spotted deer in Nandyala district, and seized 35 kg venison from him, said an official. T Dora Swamy, Nagaluty Forest ranger, Atmakur Division, told PTI that G Banti Eedanna and an accomplice captured the deer […]

https://theprint.in/india/andhra-pradesh-forest-officials-arrest-man-for-allegedly-slaughtering-deer-seize-35-kg-venison/1883418/

◆ The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has reiterated that the Karnataka government should get the Supreme Court’s approval for the dereservation of forest land released for rehabilitation of people affected by the Sharavathi Valley Hydroelectric Project in Shivamogga district.

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Dereservation of forest land: Karnataka has to take Supreme Court’s approval, reiterates Centre

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has reiterated that the Karnataka government should get the Supreme Court’s approval for the dereservation of forest land released for rehabilitation of people affected by the Sharavathi Valley Hydroelectric Project in Shivamogga district.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/dereservation-of-forest-land-karnataka-has-to-take-supreme-courts-approval-reiterates-centre/article67630572.ece

◆ The Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has notified industry-specific discharge standards, Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Union MoS Environment, Forest and Climate Change said on Monday.
https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/govt-notifies-80-industry-specific-discharge-standards-to-curb-chemical-waste-in-rivers

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◆ As many as 500 incidents of bird hits involving aircraft have been reported in various states in the first ten months of this year. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued regulations and guidelines for the management of potential wildlife hazards at licensed airports.

https://www.business-standard.com/.../govt-data-shows-500...

◆ Avni or T1, the elusive “maneater” of Pandharkawda shot dead in 2018 is the inspiration behind Shonet Anthony Barretto’s ‘Avni Ki Kismat’. The Hindi movie, screened on Friday, is in competition on the Indian language’s films segment of the 29th Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF).

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/.../art.../105888033.cms

◆ The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration Monday directed the forest department to ensure maximum plantation along the banks of the Hindon and Yamuna rivers that pass through the district.

https://theprint.in/.../ensure-tree-plantation.../1881994/

◆ To safeguard wildlife sanctuaries and protected areas in Goa, the Forest Department is set to acquire 8 to 10 drones equipped with cutting-edge technology for real-time monitoring. This initiative aims to tackle wildfires, forest violations, and enhance overall surveillance in the region.

https://www.heraldgoa.in/.../Forest-Minister.../215048

◆ A parliamentary panel on Monday asked the government to come up with regulations on land use in the Himalayan states within a fixed time frame in the wake of landslides and glacial lake outburst floods.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/.../105910970.cms

◆ The Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change has launched the 'Indian Forest & Wood Certification' Scheme, which offers voluntary third-party certification designed to promote sustainable forest management and agroforestry in the country.

https://news.webindia123.com/.../India/20231211/4148029.html

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◆ The Telangana forest department’s week-old ‘Catch The Trap’ drive to locate and remove snares and traps laid in the forests to catch wildlife for poaching is yielding shocking results that are indicating the true extent of attempts to poach wild animals and birds in different parts of the state.

◆ The Meghalaya police have seized more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition, seven deer antlers, one deer skull and a lower jaw of a wild boar apart from other contraband in the 9th Mile Baridua area along the Assam-Meghalaya border.

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Decisive blow to forces of darkness, says Conrad K Sangma after cops seize ammo

Meghalaya chief minister Conrad K Sangma in a post on X, formerly Twitter, showered praises for the operation conducted on a tip sent by the military intelligence

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/decisive-blow-to-forces-of-darkness-says-conrad-k-sangma-after-cops-seize-ammo-101702050500709.html

◆ Dasara jumbo Arjuna had assisted the team in capturing six out of nine elephants in the operations held at Aalur, Belur, Sakleshpur and Yesalur ranges within Hassan Wildlife Division, before his death in a wild elephant attack.

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◆ The new Nature Interpretation Centre, a separate section at the recently-inaugurated Eastern Ghats Biodiversity Centre near PM Palem, Visakhapatnam is an immersive experience of traversing through the diverse ecosystems of the region, that has long awaited a systematic documentation.

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A first-of-its-kind Eastern Ghats Nature Interpretation Centre in Visakhapatnam

A unique blend of Nature and art welcomes visitors at the first-of-its-kind Nature Interpretation Centre located at the Eastern Ghats Biodiversity Centre in Visakhapatnam

https://www.thehindu.com/sci-tech/energy-and-environment/a-first-of-its-kind-eastern-ghats-nature-interpretation-centre-in-visakhapatnam/article67613748.ece

◆ Speaking at an event on Youth Actions on Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) at the India Pavilion at COP28 summit venue in Dubai, UAE, Shri Yadav said that the youth and the children care deeply about the environment when the older generation has been found lacking.

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Sense of superiority over nature a fundamental mistake, harbinger of all environmental woes for humanity: Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Shri Bhupender Yadav has today said that the youth of today will be the custodians of Planet Earth tomorrow and their participation in atte…

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◆ The state government has urged DRDO authorities to restrict missile testing off Odisha coast during the mass nesting period of Olive Ridley sea turtles that usually takes place during February-March.

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Restrict tests during nesting season: Odisha govt to DRDO

The state government also asked collectors and SPs of coastal districts to cooperate with DFOs concerned for protection of Olive Ridley turtles.

https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/odisha/2023/dec/08/restrict-tests-during-nesting-season-odisha-govt-to-drdo-2639708.html

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◆ Law enforcement officials from India, Bhutan, and Nepal are participating in a nine-day workshop aimed at training them in combating wildlife trafficking in South Asia. Organized by TRAFFIC India and WWF-India, in collaboration with the South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN) and the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau (WCCB) of the Government of India, the workshop aims to strengthen and enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies in Bhutan, India, and Nepal.

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India, Bhutan and Nepal collaborate to curb wildlife trafficking in South Asia

The project aims at strengthening and building the capacity of law enforcement agencies in Bhutan, India and Nepal by focusing on strengthening the participants' knowledge and skills in curbing wildlife trafficking in the region.

https://www.firstpost.com/india/india-bhutan-and-nepal-collaborate-to-curb-wildlife-trafficking-in-south-asia-13423592.html

◆ Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, inaugurated the 8th Edition of the India Water Impact Summit (IWIS) at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre. Organized by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) and the Center for Ganga River Basin Management and Studies (cGanga), the three-day summit from November 22 to 24, 2023, is focused on the theme 'Development vis-à-vis Land, Water and Rivers.'

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Nitin Gadkari Inaugurates 8th India Water Impact Summit (IWIS) in New Delhi

Nitin Gadkari urged scientists to focus on proven technologies, economic viability, availability of raw materials, and marketability of finished products.

https://krishijagran.com/news/nitin-gadkari-inaugurates-8th-india-water-impact-summit-iwis-in-new-delhi/

◆ Tourism is adversely affecting the ecology of Uttarakhand, and those in power should take measures to halt the unprecedented human intrusion into the natural ecosystem.

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Halt human intrusion

Refer to ‘Tunnel cave-in’; the authorities should address the root cause of the problem which they have ignored until now. Encroaching upon eco-sensitive zones prone to landslides and subsidence leads to man-made calamities. The Uttarakhand government should learn from past incidents in

https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/letters/halt-human-intrusion-564931

◆ A Royal Bengal Tiger, which has been spotted in a forest in Odisha, has travelled more than 2,000 km across four states, perhaps in search of a suitable territory, a forester said on Thursday.

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Royal Bengal Tiger travels over 2,000 km in search of suitable territory, spotted in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Nov 23 (PTI) A Royal Bengal Tiger, which has been spotted in a forest in Odisha, has travelled more than 2,000 km across four states, perhaps in search of a suitable territory, a forester said on Thursday. The same big cat was earlier found in a Maharashtra forest, he said. The male tiger, whose […]

https://theprint.in/india/royal-bengal-tiger-travels-over-2000-km-in-search-of-suitable-territory-spotted-in-odisha/1856584/

◆ The discovery of a dead crocodile at Bhitarkanika National Park in India was only the latest sign of a longtime plastic problem.
https://news.yahoo.com/wildlife-officers-disturbing-discovery-autopsying-073000427.html

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◆ A book on the rivers of India was recently honoured with a well-known literary award in West Bengal. Nadijibir Notebook (‘notebook on rivers’) a book in Bengali by writer and river scientist Supratim Karmakar, published in 2022, was honoured with the Namita Chattopadhyay Sahitya Samman 2023 on November 18 at the Bangla Akademi in Kolkata. 

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‘Notebook on rivers’ wins literary award in West Bengal

Supratim Karmakar's book "Nadjibi Notebook" honoured with Namita Chattopadhyay Sahitya Samman 2023. Book deals with the rivers of India, ecology, steps for rejuvenation, dams, hydel power projects, erosion.

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‘Notebook on rivers’ wins literary award in West Bengal

Supratim Karmakar's book "Nadjibi Notebook" honoured with Namita Chattopadhyay Sahitya Samman 2023. Book deals with the rivers of India, ecology, steps for rejuvenation, dams, hydel power projects, erosion.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/notebook-on-rivers-wins-literary-award-in-west-bengal/article67551716.ece

◆ In a highly disturbing incident, four boys in Assam's Nagaon district in Raha Gaon, were seen holding a hen with a firecracker inserted in the private part of the bird. Out of the four boys, two are seen bursting the firecracker while it is inserted in the hen's private part, causing the bird a painful death.
 

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Assam: 4 Boys Insert Firecracker In Hen's Rectum & Burst It; Joke About Its Painful Death In Shocking Video

https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/assam-4-boys-insert-firecracker-in-hens-rectum-burst-it-joke-about-it-in-shocking-video

◆ Four wildlife smugglers were arrested and elephant tusks recovered from them in Thakurmunda forest area of Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district on Sunday.
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◆ Increasingly, we find laws that protect forests being cut down, giving way for industries. This brings tribal communities into conflict with the state. The state declares tribal communities that oppose them as Naxalites, or even foreigners who need to be driven out. 
 

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The forest and the field

It simply turns back to look at the man who has now moved out of the forest, and created culture, a space where tigers are not welcome. 

https://www.mid-day.com/news/opinion/article/the-forest-and-the-field-23320620

◆ Researchers have found that nanoplastics impact a specific protein found in the brain, causing changes linked to Parkinson’s disease and other types of dementia, a new study has shown.
 

Nanoplastics may promote conditions for Parkinson’s, dementia: Study

Nanoplastics may promote conditions for Parkinson’s, dementia: Study

https://in.investing.com/news/nanoplastics-may-promote-conditions-for-parkinsons-dementia-study-3905370

◆ Climate change that followed the rampant destruction of land, river, forests and hills in the Western Ghats, has led to disastrous implications in Karnataka. The desertification of land has already started in the state, say experts.
 

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Rampant denudation of Western Ghats may turn Karnataka into a desert

Bengaluru, Nov 19 (IANS): The Western Ghats, also known as the Sahyadri Mountains, is a mountain range that runs parallel to the western coast of India. Experts call them the lifeline of peninsular India that constitutes the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala. Climate change that followed the r.....

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◆ On the banks of the Shipra River in the Ujjain district of Madhya Pradesh, the traditional "Donkey Fair" is set to commence on November 23. Every year during the Hindu month of Kartik, from Ekadashi to Purnima (full moon night), this fair is held.
 

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◆ The post-monsoon wildlife census in the core area of the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) is set to take place till November 22. The count in the Theppakadu, Kargudi, Mudumalai, Nilakottai and Masinagudi forest ranges started on Wednesday.

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Post-monsoon wildlife census begins in MTR

Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR) post-monsoon wildlife census begins, to last till Nov 22. Direct & indirect methods to count wildlife in core area. Training for volunteers & field staff held in Nilgiris. Aim to assess population of tigers, leopards, elephants & other species.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Coimbatore/post-monsoon-wildlife-census-begins-in-mtr/article67535174.ece

◆ A pregnant leopard was fatally hit by an unidentified vehicle in a freak accident on the Nayakaneri road towards Tamil Nadu near V. Kota mandal headquarters on Wednesday morning.

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Pregnant leopard killed in road accident

Freak accident: CHITTOOR leopard fatally hit by vehicle on Nayakaneri road. Autopsy conducted, carcass cremated. Forest officials to sensitise motorists to use caution at night due to wildlife movement.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/pregnant-leopard-killed-in-road-mishap/article67535950.ece

◆ India’s first elephant hospital, situated in Mathura, continues to redefine the landscape of advanced medical care for rescued elephants. Established in November 2018, the facility stands as a symbol of hope and innovation in the realm of elephant welfare and conservation.

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India’s First Elephant Hospital In Mathura Completes Five Years

The hospital now boasts state-of-the-art equipment, including digital X-ray machines, dental X-ray machines, Photobiomodulation Therapy Unit, ultrasonography devices, and a dedicated indoor treatment enclosure for longer medical procedures.

https://www.india.com/uttar-pradesh/indias-first-elephant-hospital-in-mathura-completes-five-years-6503980/

◆ The Tamil Nadu government will soon implement a scheme to prevent the incidents of elephants being hit by trains with the help of AI. Often, the elephants from the forests of Western Ghats are being killed by trains when they cross the railway tracks laid out in the area.

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An AI Tool To Prevent Elephant Deaths In Railway Tracks

The Tamil Nadu government will soon implement a scheme to prevent the incidents of elephants being hit by trains.

https://www.oneindia.com/chennai/an-ai-tool-to-prevent-elephant-deaths-in-railway-tracks-3683119.html

◆ The forensic analysis report of the wildlife artefacts recovered from the residences of prominent personalities during raids last month are yet to arrive. Meanwhile, the senior forest officials are stressing for the establishment of a wildlife forensic laboratory in Bengaluru for a speedy process.

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Karnataka forest officials demand setting up of Wildlife Forensics Lab in Bengaluru

“I think that if we have a lab here, it would be good to check the authenticity of these artefacts here itself,” said a senior forest official.

https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/karnataka-forest-officials-demand-setting-up-of-wildlife-forensics-lab-in-bengaluru-9028076/

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From Selfies to Saviors: How Social Media Rescues Animals in Tourism

In today's digital age, where social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, its impact on various aspects of society is truly remarkable. One area where this influence shines brightly is in the world of tourism, especially when it comes to our interactions with our furry and feathered friends. While social media can sometimes be a bit tricky, let's talk about a recent case study by Madelene Blaer, that explores the heartwarming side of our four-legged companions in the tourism scene, with a special focus on how animal rescue organizations can turn travel enthusiasts into animal-loving heroes, all in the digital age.

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Now, let's not deny that social media can sometimes act like a double-edged sword. It's true that it has, on occasion, unintentionally encouraged practices that aren't great for our animal buddies, like those wildlife selfies or supporting not-so-friendly industry practices.
But here's the sunny side of the story, and it's a heartwarming one from our very own India. Our incredible animal rescue organizations, like the wonderful folks at Animal Aid and Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO), have put social media to some fantastic use. They've used it as a magic wand to raise awareness and rally support for our animal pals, especially when they're part of the tourism scene.

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Now, what's really cool about this approach is that instead of just watching from the sidelines, travelers are diving right into the action. They're out there, helping to rescue and nurse back to health our injured and unwell street animals. And guess what? They're not keeping these wonderful experiences to themselves. They're sharing their tales of love and compassion with these animals on social media for all to see. By doing this, they're not only lending a hand to the cause but also inspiring others to join in.
This case study, which shines a light on organizations that mix animal rights with voluntourism, is like a guidebook for anyone interested. It's meant to get you thinking about the ethics of our animal friends in the tourism world. And guess what? This study isn't just for us. It's meant to help a whole bunch of folks, including other animal rescue teams. They can peek into this treasure trove of knowledge and use it to create magic in their own animal welfare efforts within the tourism sphere.

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So, in a nutshell, this case study is like a bright and beautiful picture of how we can all work together to make tourism a better place for our animal pals. It shows us how we can blend our love for animals with our love for travel, all with a sprinkle of social media magic. It's a reminder that when it comes to our furry and feathered friends, kindness and compassion always win the day.

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