Indian Gray Wolf: The Indian gray wolf has recently been sighted in the confines of National Chambal Sanctuary (NCS) in Uttar Pradesh. The last sightings were reported during ‘Operation Bhediya’ carried out between 1997 and 2000 to map the canines’ footprint in Chambal. Scientific Name: Canis lupus pallipes Conservation Status IUCN: Least Concern Wildlife (Protection) […]
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Sphaerotheca varshaabhu : Species Of Frog
Sphaerotheca varshaabhu : Species Of Frog Researchers from various national and international organisations have identified and documented a previously unknown species of frog which has been thriving amidst the urban landscape of Bengaluru. Sphaerotheca varshaabhu is a new frog species. Sphaerotheca Varshaabhu, meaning a genus of frog which welcomes rain, has been attributed to its […]
Electricity 2024 Report : IEA
Electricity 2024 Report : IEA According to the latest International Energy Agency (IEA) projections in Electricity 2024 Report, India’s electricity demand will outpace China’s and have the world’s fastest growth rate by 2026. India’s annual average electricity demand growth is pegged at 6.5% over 2024-2026. The robust expansion will make India’s additional electricity demand over […]
Snow Leopard : Survey
Snow Leopard : Survey The first scientific survey of the snow leopard in India shows the country is home to 718 of the elusive cats, the government said recently. Snow Leopard is a large, long-haired Asian cat, classified as either Panthera uncia or Uncia uncia in the family Felidae. Snow leopards live across a vast […]
New Kangaroo Lizard Species
New Kangaroo Lizard Species: Scientists have discovered a new kangaroo lizard species from the Western Ghats. Researchers named the new, scaly reptiles after the Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered of Existence (EDGE) program through the Zoological Society of London. The new species Agasthyagama edgeor the northern kangaroo lizard belongs to the Agamidae family. A group […]
Laughing Gull : Migratory Bird
Laughing Gull : Migratory Bird A Laughing Gull, a migratory bird native to North America, has been sighted for the first time in India. This discovery, verified by birding experts, increases India’s total bird species count. The bird is known for its unique laughter-like calls, resembling human laughter. The laughing gull’s presence in Kasaragod adds […]
Dhenkanal Magji : GI Tag
Dhenkanal Magji : GI Tag Dhenkanal Magji got the GI Tag. Dhenkanal Magji is a type of sweet made from cheese from buffalo milk, with distinct characteristics in terms of appearance, taste, flavour, shape, and size. It also has unique nutritional values that distinguish it from other cheese-based sweets. Thousands of people were said to […]
Kashmiri Saffron
Kashmiri Saffron: As per recent reports Kashmiri saffron, can be the new silver. Selling now at ₹3.25 lakh per kg, this sought-after condiment from Kashmir is costlier than precious metal. Saffron production has long been restricted to a limited geographical area in the Union territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Pampore region, in India, commonly known […]
Rare Golden Tiger In Kaziranga National Park : Image
Rare Golden Tiger In Kaziranga National Park : Image A wildlife photographer captured a rare golden tiger in Kaziranga National Park (KNP). Golden tigers (also known as a golden tabby tiger) are a colour form, not a separate subspecies, like white and black tigers. They are exceptionally rare in the wild and even rarer in […]
Sloth Bear
Sloth Bear: Karnataka has witnessed instances of human-sloth bear confrontations, raising concerns for both communities and wildlife enthusiasts. Sloth bear scientific Name: Melursus ursinus Sloth bears are one of the eight bear speciesfound across the world. They are myrmecophagous, meaning, they find bugs and termites to be their most sought-after meal. They live in a […]
