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Manas National Park: Assam Biodiversity, Rhinos & Pygmy Hogs

Manas National Park: Assam Biodiversity, Rhinos & Pygmy Hogs

Why in news? Manas National Park in Assam continues to draw attention for its success in conserving endangered species like the greater one‑horned r...

Amangarh Tiger Reserve: Uttar Pradesh Eco-Tourism & Wildlife

Amangarh Tiger Reserve: Uttar Pradesh Eco-Tourism & Wildlife

Why in news? The Uttar Pradesh Forest Department extended the eco‑tourism season at Amangarh Tiger Reserve until 30 June 2026. The extension follows...

Powai Lake Redevelopment Plan: BMC Initiatives & Mumbai Ecology

Powai Lake Redevelopment Plan: BMC Initiatives & Mumbai Ecology

Why in news? The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) decided to appoint consultancy firm AECOM Asia to prepare a detailed redevelopment plan for ...

Hamataliwa Mawlyngot: New Lynx Spider Species in Meghalaya

Hamataliwa Mawlyngot: New Lynx Spider Species in Meghalaya

Why in news? Scientists recently described a new species of lynx spider named Hamataliwa mawlyngot. The species was discovered on a shrub near Mawlyng...

Indocolea Devendrae: New Liverwort Genus Discovered in Kerala

Indocolea Devendrae: New Liverwort Genus Discovered in Kerala

Why in news? Botanists recently identified a new genus and species of liverwort, named Indocolea devendrae, from the forests of northern Kerala. This ...

World Crocodile Day 2026: Theme & Habitat Conservation

World Crocodile Day 2026: Theme & Habitat Conservation

Why in news? World Crocodile Day is observed every year on 17 June to raise awareness about crocodiles and their habitats. The 2026 theme, “Legacy i...

Greater Hog Badger: Kaziranga Survey & Wildlife Conservation

Greater Hog Badger: Kaziranga Survey & Wildlife Conservation

Why in news? Kaziranga National Park authorities in Assam released their first scientific assessment of the greater hog badger. Using camera traps, re...

Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi: Subterranean Networks & Climate Role

Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi: Subterranean Networks & Climate Role

Why in news? An international research team has mapped the global distribution of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. The study estimates the scale and carb...

Indrayani River Pollution: Alandi Outcry & Ecological Impact

Indrayani River Pollution: Alandi Outcry & Ecological Impact

Why in news? Residents of Alandi near Pune have reported thick foam and dead fish in the Indrayani River. Images of the pollution have gone viral, pro...

Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve: Rajasthan Wildlife & Ecosystem

Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve: Rajasthan Wildlife & Ecosystem

Why in news? A new documentary titled Enchanting Mukundra showcases the landscapes and wildlife of Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. The fil...

Thamirabarani River: Origin, Biodiversity & Otter Conservation

Thamirabarani River: Origin, Biodiversity & Otter Conservation

Why in news? Conservation groups in Tamil Nadu organised a fish count and awareness drive for otters in the Thamirabarani River. The surveys revealed ...

Tapanuli Orangutan: Batang Toru Habitat, Cyclone Senyar & Conservation

Tapanuli Orangutan: Batang Toru Habitat, Cyclone Senyar & Conservation

Why in news? In November 2025 Tropical Cyclone Senyar struck North Sumatra. Intense rainfall triggered landslides in the Batang Toru ecosystem, home t...

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