Poisoned Peacocks: Fungicide Blamed in Tragic Karnataka Wildlife Deaths
A grim discovery has shaken wildlife conservationists in Karnataka as forensic tests confirmed that a lethal fungicide was responsible for the recent mass deaths of peacocks in a village. The revelation points to a concerning trend of wildlife poisoning incidents in the state, prompting urgent calls for stricter environmental oversight and protection measures. [18]
Lions Roam Freely: Gujarat’s Success in Wildlife Conservation
Gujarat marked World Lion Day with significant announcements, celebrating the natural re-habitation of Asiatic lions in the Barda Wildlife Sanctuary after 143 years. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted the state’s commitment to wildlife conservation and the development of new safari parks and tourist facilities, cementing Gujarat’s role as a global…
Elephant-Human Conflict Escalates: 97 Fatalities in Karnataka
Environment and Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has revealed a grim statistic in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly: wild elephants have been responsible for the deaths of 97 people across the state over the past three years. The minister further stated that the government has disbursed ₹13.65 crore in compensation to the victims’ families, underscoring the severe…
Lesser Florican Faces Extinction: Rajasthan Witnesses Drastic Population Decline
A grave environmental concern has emerged from Rajasthan as the state’s iconic Lesser Florican, a critically endangered bird species, faces an alarming decline in its population. Recent surveys indicate a catastrophic 97% reduction, with only a single male spotted in its traditional breeding grounds in Ajmer, Kekri, and Shahpura. This drastic decrease from previous years…
