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
IRCTC launches upgraded Golden Chariot Luxury Train for 2026-27 seasonThe Golden Chariot luxury train is set for a grand relaunch in the 2026-27 tourist season. IRCTC has unveiled a reimagined experience blend...
21 May, 2026, 11.19 PM IST
'Possibly most beautiful jungle': Award-winning wildlife photographer and investor Sridhar Sivaram reveals a hidden destination wildlife and nature lovers must visitDudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh offers a raw and wild jungle experience away from crowds. Award-winning photographer Sridhar Sivaram ...
17 May, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
The surprising danger of covering leftovers with aluminum foilContrary to popular belief, cats approaching humans often seek security, not just affection or food. Research indicates cats form secure at...
08 May, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Why hummingbird experts say feeder placement matters more in hot weatherHummingbird feeders can become dangerous in heat. Temperatures above 100°F affect bird health. Wrapping feeders in aluminum foil reflects s...
08 May, 2026, 09.37 AM IST
Parrots are 'wild animals', rules HC; orders Maharashtra govt to compensate farmer for crop damageThe Bombay High Court has ordered the Maharashtra government to compensate a farmer for parrot damage to his pomegranate trees, classifying...
26 Apr, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Sri Lanka seeks investors for loss-making Mattala airport built with Chinese loansSri Lanka is seeking investors for Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport. The airport has been a financial drain since opening in 2013. A...
26 Apr, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
India equals China as Bihar's Nagi and Nakti bird sanctuaries added to Ramsar listTwo wetlands in Bihar, Nagi and Nakti Bird Sanctuaries, have been added to the global list of wetlands of international importance under th...
07 Jun, 2024, 11.54 AM IST
- Security to be beefed up at Okhla Bird Sanctuary
Security measures are being beefed up at the Okhla Bird Sanctuary to prevent loitering by casual visitors. Surveillance camera, frisking an...
24 Sep, 2015, 05.14 PM IST
Panel appointed by Environment Ministry suggest 1.2 km eco-sensitive zone for Okhla Bird SanctuaryThe three-member committee report recommends a 1.2 km area between the northern boundary of the bird sanctuary and the DND flyover as the e...
09 Jul, 2014, 05.16 AM IST
- UP to boost eco-tourism with bird sanctuary overhaul
The UP tourism department has come up with a Rs 5 crore plan to boost eco-tourism in the state by overhauling Sur Sarovar bird sanctuary, w...
29 May, 2014, 06.15 AM IST
- Fewer migratory birds spotted at Nandur Madhyameshwar bird sanctuary this year
The number and species of migratory birds at Nandur Madhyameshwar bird sanctuary around 40 km from Nashik city, has shown a decline as comp...
06 Dec, 2013, 12.33 AM IST
Okhla Bird Sanctuary turns dry, UP govt can’t answer whyThe Okhla Bird Sanctuary now looks like a desert with a cracked water bed and few birds of prey flying around.
27 Oct, 2013, 05.23 AM IST
- Fruit bowl beckons birds to Ranganathittu
There’s some good news flying in for avian guests at Ranganathittu bird sanctuary, near Mysore. Authorities have developed a 7.2-acre garde...
08 Aug, 2013, 05.36 AM IST
Chhattisgarh to have its first bird sanctuary soonJust 60 km away from Raipur, the Gidhwa pond and the Gidhwa dam near Nandghat, have been recently identified by the State Forest Research a...
21 Jan, 2013, 01.50 PM IST
Now, borewell water lake to attract cranesConcerned at the diminishing number of Siberian cranes in Sultanpur, the wildlife department is now planning to develop another water body ...
25 Sep, 2012, 04.47 AM IST
- Fresh lease of life for Karnala Bird Sanctuary
Bird watchers and conservationists can heave a sigh of relief as the Centre has shot down a road-widening proposal that would have caused d...
03 Jan, 2010, 12.49 PM IST