Fresh concerns have emerged over the safety and health of Asiatic lions in Gujarat after eight lions reportedly died within a span of just 10 days in the Gir landscape, triggering alarm among conservationists, wildlife experts, and forest officials. The deaths have intensified discussions surrounding wildlife management, disease surveillance, habitat pressures, and the long-term sustainability...
A massive forest fire that erupted in the forested hills of Kasauli in Himachal Pradesh triggered a large-scale emergency response, prompting the deployment of Indian Air Force helicopters to assist in controlling the rapidly spreading flames. Authorities intensified firefighting operations as strong winds, dry weather conditions, and difficult terrain complicated efforts to contain the blaze....
A major scare gripped the Maharani Laxmibai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, after a snake was discovered inside its operation theatre (OT), officials said on Thursday. According to reports, OT in-charge Kanak Srivastava spotted the reptile on Wednesday and immediately alerted the forest department. A rescue team quickly arrived, captured the snake, and released...
In a shocking incident in Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh, a man was arrested after a video surfaced on social media showing him throwing two live Indian cobras into a pile of burning hay, causing their brutal deaths. Authorities confirmed that the case has been registered under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. The snakes, suspected to...