In 1929, archaeologist Pei Wenzhong uncovered a skullcap in a cave near Beijing: Peking Man forced the world to take Asia’s deep human past seriouslyIn 1929, the unearthing of Peking Man in China dramatically altered the landscape of human evolutionary studies. This pivotal Homo erectus ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
Delhi world's second-richest capital for avian diversity, hosts 471 bird speciesDelhi is the world's second-richest capital for bird diversity. A new Delhi Bird Atlas reveals 471 species. This comprehensive study, a cit...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
Before you plan a wildlife nature vacation, check the list of 6 national parks closing from JulyPlanning a jungle safari this season requires careful attention to park closures. Many of India's popular wildlife destinations, including ...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
Hawaiians spotted sea turtles with mysterious 'graffiti' on their backs, and it sparked a 600-person mission to save the speciesHawaiian sea turtles, known as honu, were found with white markings on their shells. Initially causing confusion, federal scientists turned...
30 May, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
A wind farm in Poland became so loud that local birds started singing louder to compete with the noiseWind farms are impacting bird populations. Birds are altering their songs to be heard over turbine noise, a costly adaptation. Some species...
30 May, 2026, 02.02 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
Faking death, tentacle traps, spider tails: Inside the minds of the world's most cunning snakesSnakes are not just scary, they are strategic. Some species use mind games and fake moves to survive. The King Cobra varies hunting tactics...
21 May, 2026, 08.12 PM IST
This surreal floating lake in India is visible from space but beneath its drifting islands lives one of the world’s most feared snakesManipur’s Loktak Lake is unlike any other lake in India. Known for its floating circular islands called phumdis, the lake is also home to t...
19 May, 2026, 05.06 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
Antarctica's tourism boom raises concerns about contamination and diseaseSoaring tourism to Antarctica, driven by climate change fears, raises concerns about contamination and damage to the fragile ecosystem. A r...
07 May, 2026, 10.11 AM IST
India highlights commitment to secure migratory species at COP15: Environment ministryIndia has reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding migratory species at the ongoing COP15 of the Convention on Migratory Species in Brazil...
24 Mar, 2026, 07.36 PM IST
Nearly half of the world's migratory species are in decline, UN report saysA United Nations report reveals that almost half of the world's migratory species, including songbirds, sea turtles, whales, and sharks, ar...
12 Feb, 2024, 02.41 PM IST
Punjab: 40,000 to 50,000 migratory birds arrive at Harike wetland07 Jan, 2024, 09.35 AM IST
India to host key meet on conservation of migratory species of wild animalsThe thirteenth meeting of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP13) being hosted by India is the ...
17 Feb, 2020, 11.32 AM IST
3 species from India among 10 to be on global endangered listTen endangered species of migratory animals/birds from across the globe, including three from India (Great Indian Bustard, Asian Elephant a...
10 Feb, 2020, 08.29 AM IST
Mercury dip stretches migratory seasonPlummeting mercury as a result of the unseasonal rains over the past two days could stretch the season for migratory birds at Okhla Bird Sa...
03 Mar, 2015, 04.56 AM IST
Flamingo population increases in Rajasthan: ReportThe main highlight of the survey is sighting of winter migratory species northern shoveler, pied avocet, Common Redshank and black-winged s...
20 Jan, 2014, 02.05 AM IST