tiger monitoring

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.

During a recent expedition at Valmiki Tiger Reserve, tourists were thrilled by an unexpected sighting of a majestic rhino, a vivid testament to the triumphs of ongoing conservation strategies. These remarkable creatures, having journeyed from Nepal, symbolize the thriving health of the surrounding ecosystem.

Rajasthan’s conservation story has shifted from loss to recovery. A state once seen as a desert with shrinking habitats is now a national testbed for wildlife turnarounds — from Sariska’s 2008 tiger reintroduction after local extinction, to a tiger landscape that has expanded far beyond Ranthambore. Tourism has turned reserves into local economic engines, while leopard hotspots from Jaipur’s Jhalana to Jawai’s rocky commons draw global attention — and scrutiny. In the Thar, Great Indian Bustard breeding offers cautious hope, even as Sambhar’s 2019 bird deaths warn how fragile wetlands remain

WCCB flags threats to big cats nationally, orders heightened vigil

Forest officials have successfully reduced human-tiger conflicts near Mysuru by implementing effective water management at Arabhithittu Wildlife Sanctuary. The creation and daily recharge of 26 ponds, supported by a solar-powered borewell, ensure tigers remain within the protected area during dry spells. AI cameras are also aiding in monitoring wildlife movements.

Panic spread in Ganjam district's Jakara village after a leopard was reportedly spotted on the Chikiti-Digapahandi road. Forest officials are monitoring the situation, intensifying patrols and installing camera traps, following a viral video and an alleged goat attack. Villagers near Ratanei forest have been alerted to remain cautious.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has called upon industry leaders to bolster global big cat conservation through corporate funding and partnerships ahead of the first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) summit. The summit, set for June 1-2 in Delhi, will adopt the 'Delhi Declaration' to strengthen international cooperation for protecting species like tigers, lions, and leopards.

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Officials said the cub was under medical observation and receiving care from veterinarians.

Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary is implementing iron mesh fencing to deter poaching and reduce human-wildlife conflict along its 120-km border. This initiative aims to protect agricultural fields and livestock, paving the way for tiger translocation. Villagers have consented to the wire mesh fencing, with monitored access for firewood collection.

Madhya Pradesh has recorded 23 tiger deaths this year, with a cub found dead in Kanha Tiger Reserve and an adult tiger in Balaghat. Officials suspect starvation for the cub, whose sibling also died recently. The state, home to the country's largest tiger population, faces concerns over these fatalities and calls for improved monitoring.