Supreme Court Halts Aravalli Zoo Safari Proposal
Why in the News? The Supreme Court of India refused to entertain Haryana’s request linked to the proposed Aravalli Zoo Safari project, asserting it would not allow any activity affecting […]
Turtle Trails Proposal Raises Conservation Fears in Odisha
Why in the News? The Union Budget 2026–27 proposal to develop ‘turtle trails’ along key nesting beaches in Odisha, Karnataka and Kerala has sparked concern among conservationists, who warn that […]
Second Nationwide Dolphin Survey Launched Under Project Dolphin
Why in the News? The Union government has launched the second range-wide dolphin population survey under Project Dolphin to reassess the status of riverine and estuarine dolphins across major Indian […]
Hangul Population Shows Revival in Kashmir Valley
Why in the News? The 2025 Hangul census reveals a rise in the population of the critically endangered royal stag from 289 in 2023 to 323, highlighting the impact of […]
KURMA MELA: THE SCIENCE OF THE MASS NESTING OF OLIVE RIDLEY TURTLES
Why in the News? ● The olive ridley turtle (Lepidochelys olivacea), also known as the olive red turtle or olive ridley tortoise, is a vulnerable sea turtle species that has […]