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How an IIT grad became 'Turtle Walker': Walked 4000 km of India's coastline to map sea turtle nesting sites without even a GPSOn World Environment Day 2026, it is only rightful to remember Satish Bhaskar who dedicated decades of his life to understanding and protec...05 Jun, 2026, 12.10 PM IST- World Environment Day 2026 theme, logo, significance, quotes, slogans and activities you can plan on June 5World Environment Day 2026 theme and logo: World Environment Day is observed globally on June 5. This United Nations campaign unites nation...05 Jun, 2026, 10.33 AM IST
- Faroe Islands whale hunt: Over 700 dolphins and whales killed in annual grind tradition sparks global outrageThe Faroe Islands witnessed a mass killing of over 700 whales and dolphins in a traditional hunt. This ancient practice, known as the 'grin...05 Jun, 2026, 02.11 AM IST
- Some 230 whales beached in Tasmania; rescue efforts underwayA team from the Marine Conservation Programme was assembling whale rescue gear and heading to the area, the department said. A resident tol...21 Sep, 2022, 11.39 AM IST
- India committed to protect 30 per cent of world's land and ocean by 2030: Minister at Lisbon conferenceDelivering the India statement at the UN Ocean Conference at Lisbon in Portugal, Earth Sciences Minister Jitendra Singh said efforts were o...29 Jun, 2022, 12.21 AM IST
- India, France to enhance cooperation on marine science, technology; agree to student exchange programsThe agreement was signed during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's three-day visit to France which began on Sunday with bilateral tal...21 Feb, 2022, 01.15 PM IST
- Coastal areas in Kerala will witness increasing sea surge in coming years: ExpertsVoicing concern over the calamities faced by the coastal community due to high waves and sea erosion, the webinar sought restoration of coa...05 Jun, 2021, 06.59 PM IST
- Coastal areas in Kerala will witness increasing sea surge in coming years: Experts05 Jun, 2021, 06.05 PM IST
- Indian Coast Guard engage aircraft in 'Operation Oliva'In joint coordination with the state forest department, the turtle conservation programme is in full swing to keep watch and vigil on illeg...13 Dec, 2020, 12.16 PM IST
- UN hails India for championing phase-out of single-use plasticsIn a letter to Environment Secretary C K Mishra, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Deputy Executive Secretary Joyce Msuya commend...24 Mar, 2020, 02.36 PM IST
- From beach clean-ups to wildlife conservation: Eco-conscious activities to enjoy on Yoga DayThis year's theme is ‘Climate Action’.20 Jun, 2019, 07.08 AM IST
- Coast Guard launches 'Operation Oliva' to intercept unlawful trawling along Odisha coastThe Coast Guard had pressed into service an improvised ship, besides a dronier aircraft to keep a tab on illegal fishing in the Gahirmatha ...13 Jul, 2018, 05.42 PM IST
- Odisha gears up for nesting season of Olive Ridley turtlesThe preparations for safe nesting of the rare marine species have been reviewed by the government officials and the departments of forest, ...23 Oct, 2017, 11.07 AM IST
- CMFRI's new centre at Digha to focus on Hilsa30 Mar, 2017, 04.50 PM IST
- Government launches Rashtriya Gokul Mission for indigenous cattleThe government has launched 'Rashtriya Gokul Mission' under the National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development (NPBBD).16 Dec, 2014, 01.29 PM IST
- Marine important bird areas programme in IndiaIndia has one of the longest shorelines in the world and many marine species of birds are found in the Indian seas and on the coastal areas.09 Feb, 2013, 10.37 PM IST
- Coast Guard to intercept illegal trawlers to ensure safe sojourn of breeding Olive Ridley sea turtlesThe state government agencies had sought our services in the turtle conservation programme, coast guard commandant Ashutosh Behera said.12 Dec, 2012, 01.29 PM IST
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