In 1934, a New York socialite bought the Pennsylvania mountain where hunters shot hundreds of hawks; the killing stopped almost overnightRosalie Edge established Hawk Mountain Sanctuary after seeing a photograph of dead hawks. This sanctuary holds the world's oldest continuou...
27 Jul, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
'Shawshank Redemption' actor's bee hives: Why the Oscar-winning star turned his 124-acre ranch into a sanctuary, imported 26 colonies and never harvests honeyShawshank Redemption actor beehive: Hollywood star Morgan Freeman has transformed his ranch into a bee sanctuary and created this safe habi...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Ladakh sanctuary revamp hits security hurdle; review onLadakh's plans to redraw sanctuary boundaries face national security and local development challenges. A new committee will define core wil...
20 Jul, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
130-ft Buddha statue, Kanchenjunga views, sprawling tea estates: Just 60 km from Gangtok, this offbeat destination promises a peaceful escapeRavangla, located about 60 kms away from Gangtok, offers a peaceful escape in South Sikkim's northeastern peaks. This sanctuary provides st...
11 Jul, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
No roads, only boat rides: India's 'Little Amazon' hides ancient rock carvings and dense forests. Travellers can enjoy a magical experience where every turn feels like a page from historyChabimura in Tripura offers a unique river cruise experience. Ancient rock carvings adorn sheer cliff walls overlooking the Gomati River. T...
09 Jul, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Wayanad Landslides: The hills are alive, but have a warningWayanad faces escalating ecological crises and deadly landslides. Recent disasters highlight unscientific development and policy conflicts....
09 Jul, 2026, 04.36 PM IST
Anand Mahindra is in search of 'monsoon magic' at a small 'picture book' city in the EastIndustrialist Anand Mahindra has lauded the 'Rain Train,' a heritage journey on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, as an unforgettable monso...
05 Jul, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
‘Harmony of the wild’: IAS officer marvels at elephant's chance encounter with deer herd. Just 240 km from Bengaluru, this lush tiger reserve promises an unforgettable wildlife escapeA heartwarming video from Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, shared by IAS officer Supriya Sahu, captured a rare, peaceful encounter between a majest...
04 Jul, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
Ladakh fines four tourists Rs 2 lakh and seizes their Thar, Creta and Fortuner; here is what they didLadakh's Wildlife Department has fined four tourists Rs 50,000 each, totalling Rs 2 lakh, for illegally driving into protected areas includ...
29 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
500 plants, 100 birds, 25 butterfly species: At 23, Delhi boy turns home terrace into lush urban forest. How a childhood love for birdwatching sparked a mission to protect urban wildlifeAman Sharma, a 23-year-old Delhi resident, has transformed his 15,000 sq ft terrace into a thriving urban forest, a testament to his passio...
28 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Ladakh fines Rs 2 L penalty on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected areasLadakh authorities have levied a Rs 2 lakh fine on four tourists for illegal off-roading in protected wildlife areas, including Pangong Lak...
28 Jun, 2026, 01.53 PM IST
Aromatic coffee, lush plantations, misty hills: 5 magical monsoon destinations in India for a dreamy escape into natureIndia's monsoon season offers a refreshing escape, transforming landscapes into vibrant green havens. From Coorg's misty coffee estates to ...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
Leopard sightings surge in Delhi's Asola Bhatti sanctuaryLeopard sightings are becoming common in Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary. Forest officials report a rise in the big cat population, indicat...
13 Jun, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Anand Mahindra reveals hidden travel spot in Tamil Nadu that's like 'Munnar 30 years ago': How to visit, best time and moreIndustrialist Anand Mahindra has spotlighted Valparai in Tamil Nadu as an undiscovered tourist destination. This scenic hill station offers...
07 Jun, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
12 Gir lions recover from infection, return to the jungleEleven Asiatic lions have died in Gir National Park. A tick-borne parasitic infestation, babesiosis, is suspected as the main cause. Forest...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Guwahati ring road faces wildlife scrutiny after HC interventionThe Gauhati High Court has mandated an ecological impact study for the Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary. This study by the Wildlife Institute of ...
29 May, 2026, 01.23 PM IST
1 man, 130 ponds: How a Rajasthan man’s heartbreaking encounter with thirsty desert animals inspired a remarkable mission. ‘I made a promise.’Sharvan Patel, a wildlife photographer, witnessed animals struggling for water in Rajasthan's desert. He was moved to action after seeing d...
28 May, 2026, 02.22 PM IST