LDF MLAs protest against Western Ghats report

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 7, 2014, 14:49

Thirteen MLAs belonging to CPI-M led LDF Opposition in Kerala today staged a sit-in in front of the Assembly complex demanding rejection of the anti-farmer recommendations of the Kasturirangan report on Western Ghat conservation.

India, Nepal to jointly work for tiger conservation

Last Updated: Monday, January 6, 2014, 19:04

Encouraged by the remarkable growth of its tiger population over the past few years, Nepal is working with India for joint conservation efforts for the endangered big cats.

Ramesh, Modi govt in spat over water conservation programme

Last Updated: Thursday, January 2, 2014, 16:26

In a fresh attack on Narendra Modi, Jairam Ramesh on Thursday said the Gujarat Chief Minister had been "badly misinformed" about his government`s spending of central funds for water conservation programme in drought-hit areas of the state.

Ramesh attacks Modi govt on water conservation programme

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 31, 2013, 18:24

Modi`s government came under attack from Jairam Ramesh for not spending funds provided by the Centre for implementing an ambitious programme to conserve water in drought-hit areas of Gujarat.

Western Ghats conservation: Common man will be spared of hardships

Last Updated: Monday, December 30, 2013, 13:47

Sharing concern of farmers, Defence Minister AK Antony on Monday said common man would not be made to suffer while implementing the Western Ghats conservation measures recommended by the K Kasturirangan committee.

Two snow leopards sighted at Gangotri National Park?

Last Updated: Monday, December 30, 2013, 12:35

Two snow leopards, an endangered species, have been spotted at the Gangotri National Park in Uttarakhand`s Uttarkashi district.

`Big Five` animals help plan conservation better

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 25, 2013, 16:58

Forget pandas, tigers or even gorillas when it comes to conservation planning. Rather, it’s time to divert research on the ‘Big Five’ club of animals who thrive only in large and rich biodiverse areas and are loved by tourists.

Tiger estimation begins in Kerala forests

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 17, 2013, 18:26

The first phase of tiger estimation in Kerala forests, stretching into five landscapes at Wayanad, Nilambur, Periyar and Agasthyamala has begun.

Kenya sounds alarm over extinction of Grevy`s zebra

Last Updated: Thursday, December 12, 2013, 09:09

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) says Grevy`s zebra, a rare species, is in danger of becoming extinct if urgent measures are not taken to reverse the trend.

MoEF to submit report by Jan 9 on ways to protect Kaziranga

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 18:58

The National Green Tribunal today gave time till January 9 to the Environment Ministry to submit its report on ways to protect the environment inside Kaziranga sanctuary as also the wild life there which is being affected by traffic movement on National Highway 37 passing through it.

Rs six crore for modernising state zoo

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 18:55

Assam government today announced that an amount of Rs six crore would be spend for modernising of the State Zoo cum Botanical Garden during the current financial year.

Environmentalists hail China`s banquet ban on shark fin

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 10, 2013, 09:52

Environmentalists hailed Monday a Chinese government ban on serving shark`s fin, bird`s nest soup and other wild animal products at official functions, saying it will set a precedent that will help protect endangered species.