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PM Modi's leadership roars behind Project Lion's triumph: Union Minister B
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, on Sunday, credited the success of Project Lion to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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Asiatic lion numbers surge 32 per cent in five years, touch 891: Report
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India's Asiatic lion population has recorded a significant jump, rising from 674 in 2020 to 891 in 2025 an increase of 32.2 percent, according to the 16th Lion Population Estimation report released on Sunday.
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World Lion Day 2025: Barda Sanctuary thrives with 17 lions, 25 leopards
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
As per the 2023 wildlife census, Barda is now home to 17 Asiatic lions, including cubs, and a healthy population of 25 leopards.
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Asiatic lion count in India sees sharp rise, reaches 891: Union environmen
Updated : 1 year ago IST
India's lion population has increased to 891 from 674 in 2020. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav praised the rise and credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's focus on Project Lion for the success. He thanked forest officials, wildlife lovers, and others for their efforts in protecting
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Gujarat: CM Patel announces 16th lion population estimation, Asiatic lion
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that Gujarat is now home to 891 Asiatic lions, as per the findings of the 16th Lion Population Estimation. The Chief Minister stated that the latest count includes 196 males, 330 females, along with a significant number of cubs and young lions
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PM Modi releases first-ever riverine dolphin estimation report in country,
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday visited Gir National Park in Gujarat, where he chaired the 7th meeting of the National Board for Wildlife and released the report of the first-ever riverine dolphin estimation conducted in the country, which estimated a total of 6,327 dolphins.
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Gujarat: PM Modi interacts with ground staff at Gir National Park on World
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
PM Modi also took a lion safari in Gir National Park in Gujarat.
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Gujarat: PM Modi goes on Lion Safari at Gir National Park on World Wildlif
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Prime Minister also extended wishes on World Wildlife Day and said, "Today, on World Wildlife Day, let's reiterate our commitment to protect and preserve the incredible biodiversity of our planet. Every species plays a vital role--let's safeguard their future for generations to come!
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Gujarat: Union Government approves project lion for over Rs 2,900 crore fo
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Project Lion stands as a transformative initiative dedicated to the conservation and expansion of the Asiatic lion population, ensuring their long-term survival through strategic habitat management and community participation.
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Conservation of Asiatic Lions in Gujarat and Project Lion @ 2047 - a visio
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
On 3rd March, World Wildlife Day 2025, themed 'Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet,' underscores the critical role of sustainable funding in global conservation efforts.
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Karnataka: Pilikula Biological Park welcomes new additions in Animal Excha
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Mangaluru's Pilikula Biological Park has received six new animals from Nandan Kanan Zoo in Orissa as part of an animal exchange program. The park's newest residents include an Asiatic lion, a wolf, two Gharial crocodiles, a silver pheasant, and two yellow-golden pheasants.
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This Dhanteras, Gujarat set to get new lion safari at Barda to ease burden
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Enhancing Gujarat's wildlife tourism offerings, the inauguration of the Barda Wildlife Sanctuary and Phase-1 of the Barda Jungle Safari will take place on Dhanteras, October 29, at Kapurdi Check Post in Devbhumi Dwarka aiming to ease the burden on Sasan.
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