Earth Day 2026: Events to attend in New York City this weekendNew York City is buzzing with Earth Day activities throughout April. This weekend, residents can participate in tree planting at Idlewild P...
22 Apr, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Centre proposes ESZ for villages on fringes of Bhitarkanika National ParkBhitarkanika is known as the second largest mangrove forest in India after Sundarbans and Gahirmatha is known as the world's largest rooker...
17 Jun, 2024, 04.08 PM IST
Assam CM holds flood preparedness meeting at Kaziranga, 3 new commando battalions deployedAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma convened a meeting at Kaziranga to ensure the safety of animals, especially during the flood seaso...
16 Jun, 2024, 09.23 AM IST
Three new commando battalions deployed in Kaziranga National Park to protect animalsThe Chief Minister took stock of the loss of land of the Kaziranga National Park primarily due to swift flow of river water. He said that a...
16 Jun, 2024, 09.12 AM IST
Wildlife Board okays Andamans’ Rutland Island for DRDO’s missile testing projectDRDO has been struggling to get its long range missile test facility since 2012 when the proposal was moved across the government.
14 Jul, 2018, 09.06 PM IST
2 lakh baby Olive Ridley turtles emerge in Odisha beachEmergence of baby Olive Ridley marine turtles along Gahirmatha beach on Odisha's coast has provided relief to conservationists. Nearly two ...
12 Apr, 2017, 08.50 PM IST
Gujarat readies to handle possible oil spill in seaAccording to officials, a high-level committee would be formed to study the risk potential of oil spill.
14 Dec, 2015, 12.23 PM IST
Eco-sensitive zone notification for areas around Bhitarkanika raises concerns among localsThe notified areas would now be guided by stringent provisions of environment protection law, according to national park officials.
29 Jul, 2015, 02.17 PM IST
Alert thrill seekers! Try safari quad biking and scuba diving in MauritiusApart from beautiful white sand beaches, the island is rich with historic sights, cultural diversity, geographic variation and lots of limi...
23 Apr, 2015, 05.11 AM IST
Soak in the mystic biosphere in the Gulf of MannarThe Gulf of Mannar is a bay forming part of the Laccadive Sea in the Indian Ocean. This quaint bay lies between the southeastern tip of Ind...
15 Jan, 2015, 08.22 AM IST
Catch Royal Bengal tiger by the trail this winterThe Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), is conducting nature trails to local spots as well are those outside Mumbai to celebrate the chi...
06 Jan, 2015, 06.54 AM IST
- Fishing ban from Nov 1 at Gahirmatha marine sanctuary
The annual fishing ban comes into effect at Gahirmatha marine sanctuary and Rushikulya beach from Friday.
30 Oct, 2013, 03.26 AM IST
Marine park installing CCTVs, strengthening security on coastConcerned over frequent detection of carcasses of various marine species, illegal fishing methods and discharge of effluents, the Gulf of M...
15 Oct, 2013, 10.19 AM IST
- Cairn India plans mangrove plantation project in seven districts
Oil and gas exploration and production major Cairn India in collaboration with Forest department and Marine National Park, Jamnagar will de...
14 Sep, 2013, 07.02 PM IST
- Marine National Park to host national workshop on turtles
The two-day fifth annual Turtle Action Group Workshop will be hosted by Marine National Park (MNP) from January 12 in Jamnagar.
12 Jan, 2013, 04.14 AM IST
- Dolphins, sea turtles killed in dynamite explosion
Three dolphins and two sea turtles, both listed as endangered species under Wildlife Protection Act, were killed when a contractor used dyn...
12 Feb, 2009, 06.11 PM IST
- Blue whale found dead on Narara island
The carcass of a 50-feet long blue whale was found lying on the shore of Narara island near Jamnagar, forest officials said.
14 Mar, 2008, 02.08 PM IST