Development acquires permanence only when it grows from the confidence of communities, and Sikkim offers compelling evidence of that truth. (Shutterstock)

opinion

Published on May 23, 2026 11:07 pm IST

‘Tiger state’ Madhya Pradesh expands wildlife strategy around cheetahs

Two female cheetahs were brought from Botswana at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh ahead of their release into the forest landscape during Chief Minister Mohan Yadav’s visit.

genesis

Published on May 11, 2026 12:05 pm IST

423 wild animals spotted during annual waterhole census

423 wild animals were spotted during the annual waterhole census conducted by Pune forest department across the district. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION))

pune news

Published on May 06, 2026 07:38 am IST

Chhattisgarh launches Bhoramdev sanctuary jungle safari to boost eco-tourism

Established in 2001, the sanctuary spans 352 square kilometres. (Facebook//Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary)

others

Published on May 02, 2026 05:10 pm IST

Forest department steps up measures to prevent Aravalli fires

The department is also working in coordination with the fire department. (HT)

gurugram news

Published on May 02, 2026 03:22 am IST

35% gap in new odonate study indicates mounting ecological stress in Western Ghats

pune news

Published on Apr 27, 2026 06:06 am IST

What do they know that we don’t?: How indigenous people fight invasive species

PREMIUM

In Ethiopia, there are poems about the dangers of the fast-spreading invasive Prosopis juliflora, brought to the country in the 1970s as part of a fodder and anti-land-erosion effort. (Wikimedia)

art culture

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Pretty little liars: The struggle to stop the lantana

PREMIUM

Lantana camara is now among the most widespread invasive alien species worldwide. (Wikimedia)

art culture

Updated on Apr 25, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Resident aliens: Check out the damage done by invasive plants, fish, insects

PREMIUM

Spot the red fox, tropical fire ants, lantana, tree of heaven, pleco fish, branched pipe coral and water hyacinth. (images: Shutterstock; HT Illustration via ChatGPT)

art culture

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 10:19 pm IST

40 years on from the disaster, why there are foxes, bears and bison again around Chernobyl

us news

Published on Apr 23, 2026 09:36 am IST

U'khand: Asia's longest elevated wildlife corridor ensures biodiversity, development

dehradun news

Published on Apr 14, 2026 06:07 pm IST

Visitors to witness Nandhaur wildlife sanctuary's rich biodiversity through unique gallery

dehradun news

Published on Apr 13, 2026 06:19 pm IST

A quiet emergency in a noisy world

Conservation efforts centred on tigers have unintentionally secured millions of hectares of forests that now serve as carbon sinks, water sources, and biodiversity reservoirs. (Shutterstock)

opinion

Published on Mar 31, 2026 08:47 pm IST

Bird census 2026: Punjab wetlands log rise in bird species, dip in count

The annual migratory bird census conducted across Punjab’s wetlands in January 2026 has revealed a contrasting trend — an increase in bird species alongside a slight decline in overall population. (HT Photo)

chandigarh news

Published on Mar 28, 2026 05:36 am IST

PMC scraps proposal to acquire Naik Bet island through credit bonds

The proposal was placed before the general body in a revised form on Monday, this time suggesting acquisition through credit bonds instead of direct compensation or TDR. (MAHENDRA KOLHE/ HT)

pune news

Published on Mar 24, 2026 03:42 am IST

Environmentalists hit out at plan for themed forests in Delhi’s Ridge

The proposal involves creating a series of “special vans” or themed plantations in select pockets of the Central Ridge and South Ridge, covering over two acres. (Representative photo)

delhi news

Updated on Mar 22, 2026 06:59 am IST

What makes Satpura National Park one of India's most unique and immersive safari

Satpura National Park in Madhya Pradesh

trips tours

Updated on Mar 18, 2026 12:39 pm IST

More than just coffee: Fall in love with the wild side of Coorg

Poomaale Estate offers a chance to be part of a community that's redefining the relationship between humans and the environment (Pic: Beforest.co/poomaale-2-0-collective)

travel

Updated on Mar 01, 2026 06:00 pm IST

Missing the forest for the trees

PREMIUM

The project comprises an international container transshipment terminal, an airport, a power plant and a township, and the jury is still out on whether the project is economically viable. However, the loss of biodiversity in this case extracts a cost that cannot be compensated. (Shutterstock)

editorials

Updated on Feb 17, 2026 09:23 pm IST