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Modi takes elephant, jeep safari in Kaziranga

Modi takes elephant, jeep safari in Kaziranga

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Modi, on his maiden visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, first took the elephant safari in Mihimukh area of the Central Kohora Range of the park followed by the jeep safari inside the same range.

Rasha: New Star Kid On The Block

Rasha: New Star Kid On The Block

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Rasha Thadani will be seen in Abhishek Kapoor's movie which co-stars Ajay Devgn's nephew Aaman Devgan.

African lions make longest swim in search of female

African lions make longest swim in search of female

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Possibly in search of lionesses, two lion brothers swam 1.3 kilometres across an African river known to be infested with hippos and crocodiles, making it the longest documented swim for African lions with visual evidence.

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's your travel guide to exploring some of India's most beautiful villages.

Landour Longings

Landour Longings

Rediff.com1 Jan 2025

When in Landour, discovers Supriya Newar, one of the most important things to do and that too in large measures, is to do nothing at all.

Govt sets up high-level 11-member panel to oversee cheetah project

Govt sets up high-level 11-member panel to oversee cheetah project

Rediff.com26 May 2023

The Centre has set up an 11-member high-level steering committee to review and monitor the progress of the cheetah reintroduction programme and provide suggestions on the opening of the cheetah habitat for eco-tourism.

Leopard that terrorised Bengaluru for 5 days shot dead

Leopard that terrorised Bengaluru for 5 days shot dead

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

After three days of intense search operations, forest department officials tracked the wild cat in the city's outskirts at Kudlu Gate near Electronic City in Bengaluru South.

Assam probes fund misuse during Kovind's visit to Kaziranga

Assam probes fund misuse during Kovind's visit to Kaziranga

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

Speaking to PTI, Environment and Forest Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary said the additional chief secretary of the forest and environment department Ravi Shankar Prasad has been directed to look after the allegation following a reply to a social activist under the Right to Information Act.

UP court grants bail to YouTuber Elvish Yadav in snake venom case

UP court grants bail to YouTuber Elvish Yadav in snake venom case

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

Yadav was arrested by the Noida police on Sunday in connection with its probe into suspected use of snake venoms as recreational drugs in parties he hosted.

The 9-Year-Old Girl Who Impressed Sachin, Mithali

The 9-Year-Old Girl Who Impressed Sachin, Mithali

Rediff.com18 Apr 2024

Nine-year-old Hurmat Irshad from Sopore has stunned the internet with her extraordinary batting skills.

These Beasts Are Coming To India Soon!

These Beasts Are Coming To India Soon!

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Glimpses from Lujan Zoo in Lujan, on the outskirts of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The tigers and lions at Lujan Zoo will be transferred to a wildlife sanctuary in India

Indian student dies in jet ski accident in Florida

Indian student dies in jet ski accident in Florida

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Venkataramana Pittala from Telangana was driving a rented Yamaha personal watercraft (PWC) that collided with another PWC operated by a 14-year-old boy from the South Florida mainland on Saturday, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Will Pinarayi Vijayan Survive Ally Anvar's Attack?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

At a time when none in Kerala's Left politics questioned the chief minister's authority, MLA P V Anvar hurled a series of accusations against Pinarayi Vijayan's government, notes Shyam G Menon.

ED files case against YouTuber Elvish Yadav over snake venom use

ED files case against YouTuber Elvish Yadav over snake venom use

Rediff.com4 May 2024

The central agency has pressed charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act after taking cognisance of a FIR and charge sheet filed by the Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida) district police in Uttar Pradesh last month against him and other linked to him.

Identified potential sites for cheetahs in MP, Rajasthan, govt tells SC

Identified potential sites for cheetahs in MP, Rajasthan, govt tells SC

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

These include Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary and Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh and Shahgarh Bulge, Bhainsrorgarh Wildlife Sanctuary and enclosure of Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan.

Malaika's Message For YOU...

Malaika's Message For YOU...

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

On June 5, World Environment Day, movie celebs took to social media to post messages of conserving and celebrating the environment we live in.

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

100 Indian Elephants March To New York

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Why is the Big Apple welcoming our pachyderms? And how is India teaching the world about living with wildlife?

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months. They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Photographs That Speak A Million Words

Rediff.com7 May 2024

Check out the winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2024. Now in its 17th year, the World Photography Organisation's awards ceremony is a major annual moment recognising the best photography in the world, celebrating the images and stories that have resonated with global audiences over the past year.

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went on a 'safari' at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka on Sunday, as part of programmes to mark 50 years of 'Project Tiger'.

India won't fence cheetah habitats: Govt panel chief

India won't fence cheetah habitats: Govt panel chief

Rediff.com1 Jun 2023

Experts from South Africa and Namibia, who are helping reintroduce cheetahs in India, have recommended fencing their habitats to prevent poaching, habitat fragmentation and minimise human-animal conflict.

India's tiger population stands at 3,167, reveals latest census

India's tiger population stands at 3,167, reveals latest census

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

According to the data, the tiger population was 1,411 in 2006, 1,706 in 2010, 2,226 in 2014, 2,967 in 2018 and 3,167 in 2022.

This 'Super Sniffer' squad to protect India's cheetahs

This 'Super Sniffer' squad to protect India's cheetahs

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

During the training, the dogs will be trained to detect tiger and leopard skins, bones, elephant tusks and other body parts, bear bile, Red Sanders, and several other illegal wildlife products.

Don't Miss! 10 stunning images of India's wildlife

Don't Miss! 10 stunning images of India's wildlife

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

Mumbai-based Naveen Sreepada aims his camera to capture the vagrant wildlife in motion.

Tendulkar's 'Wild' Outing At Masai Mara

Tendulkar's 'Wild' Outing At Masai Mara

Rediff.com25 Jun 2023

Sachin clicked some stunning pictures of the animals during the wildlife safari.

Nuh SP, deputy commissioner shunted out following violence

Nuh SP, deputy commissioner shunted out following violence

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Nuh Superintendent of Police Varun Singla, who was on leave when the communal clashes broke out in the district, has been transferred, an official order said on Friday.

Will go on 28-day fast from August 15 if...: Sonam Wangchuk

Will go on 28-day fast from August 15 if...: Sonam Wangchuk

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

Climate activist Soman Wangchuk announced on Sunday that he will launch a 28-day fast on Independence Day if the government does not invite Ladakh authorities for talks on demands for statehood and constitutional protection for the union territory.

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

9 Super Summer Holiday Options For Families

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Looking for fun things to do as family during this sunny season?

Namibian cheetah Sasha dies of kidney ailment in Kuno park

Namibian cheetah Sasha dies of kidney ailment in Kuno park

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

The death of the more than four-and-a-half years old female feline is being seen as a setback to Project Cheetah, aimed at reviving the population of the world's fastest land animal in India, seven decades after they became extinct.

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Govt defends Great Nicobar project amid criticism, cites national interest

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The central government's Great Nicobar development project, proposed around an unprecedented transhipment port, will be executed to keep environmental impact minimal, and is essential as it is of national importance, the government has said amid calls to abort the controversial project due to ecological concerns, the Centre said in an official statement.

Purr-fect news from Kuno, Namibian cheetah delivers 3 cubs

Purr-fect news from Kuno, Namibian cheetah delivers 3 cubs

Rediff.com3 Jan 2024

A Namibian cheetah has given birth to three cubs at the Kuno National Park (KNP) in Madhya Pradesh's Sheopur district, a Union minister said on Wednesday.

Ram temple: NDA plans grand celebration in Rahul's constituency

Ram temple: NDA plans grand celebration in Rahul's constituency

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance is planning to celebrate the Ram Temple consecration ceremony, being organised in Ayodhya, in a grand manner in Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, represented by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Space Adventures Rule OTT This Week!

Space Adventures Rule OTT This Week!

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Science fiction buffs buckle up, catch all the space-themed action on OTT this week.

'Independence Without Safety Means Nothing'

'Independence Without Safety Means Nothing'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

'I humbly request the government to create safe spaces for ALL women, the strictest of punishment and the swiftest justice.'

Kuno has enough prey, no plan to shift cheetahs: Centre

Kuno has enough prey, no plan to shift cheetahs: Centre

Rediff.com22 Jun 2023

He said the cheetahs are adapting to the weather and the habitat and establishing their territories and "we should give them time to do that".

Father said it's a male-dominated job but ...: Padma awardee female mahout

Father said it's a male-dominated job but ...: Padma awardee female mahout

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

Trawling back into the past, she said her family had an elephant mahal, where the jumbos were kept in large numbers after being tamed and domesticated.

Want To Have A Good Laugh? See This!

Want To Have A Good Laugh? See This!

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Meet the winners of The Comedy Wildlife Awards 2023.

Rahul to face same outcome as in Amethi: BJP's Wayanad candidate

Rahul to face same outcome as in Amethi: BJP's Wayanad candidate

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

'Rahul Gandhi has done nothing for the constituency'

Another cheetah brought to Kuno Park dies, 2nd this month

Another cheetah brought to Kuno Park dies, 2nd this month

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

The incident is seen as a major setback for the ambitious 'Project Cheetah' under which 20 felines were translocated to KNP in Sheopur district from Namibia and South Africa in separate batches in September 2022 and February this year.

Heavy rain lashes parts of country, cripples Mumbai

Heavy rain lashes parts of country, cripples Mumbai

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The monsoon spelt mayhem in several parts of the country on Monday, particularly Mumbai where local train services and flight operations were hit and everyday life disrupted as well as Assam that was grappling with floods yet again.