tiger monitoring

A tiger's deadly rampage near Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve left one woman dead and two injured. The animal, later found deceased, entered a village and attacked sleeping residents. The incident ignited anger, leading to clashes between villagers and forest officials. Authorities are investigating the tiger's death and have announced compensation for victims.

10% Big Cats In Affected Zone To Be Tranquilised For Sampling

An AI-powered surveillance system, PAWS, at Pench Tiger Reserve successfully alerted forest officials to an illegal fishing incident in a prohibited core zone. Authorities apprehended one villager, with efforts ongoing to locate another. This technology significantly speeds up response times, bolstering wildlife protection and deterring unauthorized entry into sensitive areas.

A tigress has appeared in Udanti-Sitanadi reserve in Chhattisgarh. Forest officials photographed her in January. Her stripe patterns do not match any recorded tigers in India. Scat samples confirmed she is female. Her origins remain unknown. This arrival is significant as the reserve had been losing its tiger population. Conservationists are excited by this potential natural reintroduction.

India's Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav highlighted the nation's "coexistence-based management" approach to tackle human-wildlife conflict amidst growing economies. He emphasized that conservation efforts extend beyond mere numbers, focusing on habitat expansion, connectivity, and multi-species protection, including tigers, lions, leopards, snow leopards, and cheetahs, with the International Big Cat Alliance poised to foster cross-border cooperation.

Tarik Skubal’s future with the Detroit Tigers is becoming uncertain as MLB trade rumors continue growing ahead of the deadline. Insiders Ken Rosenthal and Jon Heyman believe Detroit could eventually consider moving the ace if the team keeps struggling. The Chicago Cubs are being linked as a possible destination, while Skubal’s injury and upcoming free agency continue adding more pressure to Detroit’s decision.

MP’s Big Cat Toll Rises To 34 This Yr

Once labeled a dangerous menace, the wild elephant known as E-5 was found wandering aimlessly, exhibiting signs of severe stress after losing its herd. Animal experts who had previously deemed E-5 a threat were surprised when a compassionate connection developed with Rama, a trained camp elephant.

The state has lost 32 tigers in the first five months of 2026. Poaching is under control, but electrified fencing outside core areas has emerged as a major threat to the big cat. Adding to worries is the canine distemper virus that killed a tigress and 4 cubs in Kanha

The educational landscape in Bihar is poised for a transformative shift as 211 new degree colleges are slated to open under the ambitious 'Saat Nishchay-3' initiative, targeting the 2026-27 academic year. Minister Sanjay Singh Tiger is prioritizing the swift appointment of principals and teachers, as well as a streamlined process for student admissions and infrastructure development.

At Rajgir, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary kicked off the much-anticipated Malmas Mela, a vibrant month-long celebration that draws pilgrims from all over India and beyond for its historic royal bathing rituals. While there, he took the opportunity to explore the zoo safari and assess the readiness of facilities for visitors, highlighting the importance of safety and comfort throughout the festivities.