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Mines Ministry decides to annul auction of Nayakkarpatti Tungsten Mineral
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
According to an official release, the Ambalakarars informed the Union Minister that the Nayakkarpatti Tungsten mineral block includes the Arittapatti Biodiversity Heritage Site and several cultural heritage sites.
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Tungsten Mining Project: Madurai farmers opposes proposal, to meet Union M
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Central Government proposed establishing a tungsten mine in Nayakkarpatty, Madurai, but the plan has faced significant opposition due to the area's status as a biodiversity hotspot.
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Forest Man Revolutionizing a City's Air Quality
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Surat (Gujarat) [India], January 18: Viral Desai, the Green Man, has been instrumental in creating seven urban forests in and around Surat city over the past five years. His mission? To improve the biodiversity and air quality of Surat, a city of over a million people, while simultaneously r
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Where Wings Whisper Hope: Mumbai Unites for Butterfly Conservation
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 16: The delicate flutter of butterfly wings carries the profound message of hope and ecological harmony. Yet, these graceful pollinators face threats from urbanisation and environmental degradation. To spotlight their importance and inspire action, the M
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J&K: Vultures spotted in Udhampur as plains experience a severe cold w
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Mahesh Abrol, (Wildlife range officer from the wild department), said, " "This is a yearly phenomenon. When the temperature drops significantly in the plains, vultures tend to migrate to the hills. Their presence indicates a healthy ecosystem and is a positive sign for biodiversity."
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GEER foundation study shows wolves inhabit 2,217.66 square kilometres acro
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Gujarat is renowned for its rich biodiversity across the country. The state government has consistently prioritised wildlife and ecosystem conservation, making numerous efforts to preserve both. The forests of Gujarat are home to many rare and sensitive species, including the Indian wolf. Un
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Aaranyak's vulture conservation outreach commends community members' effor
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Region's premier biodiversity conservation organisation Aaranyak has launched an outreach initiative to highlight and commend sustained efforts by community members in conservation vultures so that their efforts could be emulated by others in the greater interest on conservation of vultures
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Aaranyak provides bee-boxes as livelihood support to human-elephant confli
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
In response to the significant losses experienced due to the escalating human-elephant conflict (HEC) that poses serious challenges for both elephants and local communities in various regions of Assam, Aaranyak--recognized as the premier biodiversity conservation organization in the area-
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The Habitats Trust Announces THT Grants 2024 Recipients
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 24: The Habitats Trust (THT), has announced the recipients of its THT Grants 2024. These grants, totalling Rs. 2 crores, support innovative and scalable conservation initiatives across India. The Habitats Trust, is focused on addressing some of the most pressing d
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Arunachal: Nyishi Elite Society initiates unique conservation efforts to s
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
A unique museum was inaugurated at Palin, the district headquarter town of Kra Daadi district in Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday where 116 air guns were displayed.
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Nature's Wonderland: A journey of curiosity strives to rediscover human-na
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Aaranyak, through its initiative "Nature's Wonderland--A Journey of Curiosity," aims to facilitate nature learning by emphasising the role of urban biodiversity. The series explores green landscapes, water bodies, flora, fauna, and nature-based traditions practised by indigenous communities
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Congress' Manickam Tagore moves adjournment motion in LS for cancellation
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Congress MP Tagore stated that the proposed mining project presents a serious risk to the region's ecosystem, which houses Tamil Nadu's first Biodiversity Heritage Site.
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