Once an abandoned waterway, the Tuni River in Majuli is now transforming into a vibrant hub of river tourism. After several decades of neglect, the river has been successfully cleaned and rejuvenated, paving the way for a new era of cultural and economic revival in the region.
The Black-headed Ibis, characterised by its elegant white plumage, black head, and long curved beak, is listed as a "Near Threatened" species in Asia. It is predominantly found in wetlands, riverbanks and salt pans, where it feeds on fish, insects and other small aquatic creatures.
Every year, at the onset of winter, an extraordinary spectacle eagerly awaited by bird watchers takes place along the coastal regions of Thoothukudi district -- the arrival of flamingos.
From thousands of kilometres away, Siberian birds are reaching Prayagraj in increasing numbers. The birds are enhancing the beauty of the Sangam and have now become a major centre of attraction. Tourists and residents have started visiting the Sangam to witness this natural spectacle. Man
The event aimed to promote bird monitoring, raise conservation awareness, and encourage participation among local communities, with a special focus on engaging women forest staff and the younger generation.
he Painted Stork (Mycteria leucocephala), a large wading bird belonging to the stork family Ciconiidae, returned to Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve after a gap of 4 years, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Saturday.
The National Zoological Park (NZP) in Delhi on Tuesday said no fresh bird deaths had been reported in the water bird aviary or the migratory birds pond, even as samples of painted storks from the zoo recently tested positive for avian influenza.
Greater flamingos have once again migrated to Thoothukudi from various parts of Africa, southern Asia, the Middle East, and southern Europe. This monsoon season, painted storks have arrived in large numbers at White Lotus Pond, located in Srivaikuntam Kasba, Thoothukudi District, Tamil Nadu.
Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Sunday visited the Mokarsagar wetland area near Porbandar, which is being developed by the state government into a prominent tourist destination at an estimated cost of Rs 200 crore, said a statement from Gujarat CMO on Sunday.
During the awareness program, the importance of wetlands and their protection for a sustainable future was emphasized, aiming to instil a sense of responsibility among young students.
Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 28: 11th January 2025, when the first boat began its journey not many were sure if they'll see the pink wonders that descent on the salt sea water bodies of Navi Mumbai, keeping in mind high pollution & AQI concerns in and around Navi Mumbai
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday visited the Pong Dam in Kangra district for bird watching and toured the ancient temples at the famous tourist site, Bathu-Ki-Lari. He said this area has immense potential for tourism and the State Government was making signifi