News for 'Project Tiger'

Tiger dies after being injured by poachers

Tiger dies after being injured by poachers

Rediff.com10 May 2008

A tiger which was seriously injured by poachers, died at Valmikinagar Tiger Reserve in Bihar's East Champaran district. A team of forest officials were informed by local villagers that a tiger was seriously injured in a trap laid by poachers. The tiger later died from its injuries. The tiger population is decreasing at an alarming rate in the Valmiki National Park, Bihar's only tiger project.

2024: Top 10 International Films

2024: Top 10 International Films

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite 2024 films that he watched at film festivals held in Berlin, Cannes, Toronto and India.

In 2 years, Maharashtra lost 120 tigers

In 2 years, Maharashtra lost 120 tigers

Rediff.com24 Mar 2010

The Economic Survey 2009-10, which was tabled in the state legislature on Tuesday, says that there are only 148 tigers in the state as compared to 268 in 2007.

PIX: Emraan Hashmi, Danis Tanovic take Tigers to Toronto

PIX: Emraan Hashmi, Danis Tanovic take Tigers to Toronto

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

Oscar-winning Bosnian filmmaker Danis Tanovic's Tigers' screening stood out in a sea of acclaimed films being screened at the Canadian Film Festival.

Tigers as pets: MP minister's bizarre idea for conservation

Tigers as pets: MP minister's bizarre idea for conservation

Rediff.com1 Mar 2015

A senior Madhya Pradesh minister has sought a law that allows people to domesticate or keep big cats like lions and tigers as pets, for their conservation.

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Sukanya Verma lists 10 of our best ruling the roost of Hindi cinema right now.

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.

Bandipur's tiger boom spells doom for those on the fringe

Bandipur's tiger boom spells doom for those on the fringe

Rediff.com2 Dec 2014

It was between 2010 and 2014 that wildlife biologists began to realise the heavy proliferation of tigers in the Bandipur National Park in Karnataka. The fiercely-territorial beasts are today locked in battle for dominance with man and his cattle.

Tiger cubs born at Sariska raise hopes

Tiger cubs born at Sariska raise hopes

Rediff.com30 May 2010

The birth of four cubs in Madhya Pradesh's Panna National Park under the government's tiger revival project has brought the Sariska sanctuary in Rajasthan in focus where "sibling factor" is said to have hit the breeding programme initiated two years ago.

'Good sign': Official on cheetahs straying out of park

'Good sign': Official on cheetahs straying out of park

Rediff.com7 Apr 2023

'It's a natural phenomenon and there is nothing to worry about. But I must tell you that every cheetah which has been released in Kuno is monitored round the clock'

Why India should be worried even though tiger numbers are up

Why India should be worried even though tiger numbers are up

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

'We are rushing to 'develop' without carefully valuing natural areas.' 'With careful land use planning and scientific zonation at least 5 to 10 per cent of the country's land can be secured for tigers and other such species, and another 5 to 15 per cent kept under low-impact uses to support biodiversity that can coexist with human uses.'

SPOTTED! Cricketers with their better halves at Tadoba National Park

SPOTTED! Cricketers with their better halves at Tadoba National Park

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Ajinkya Rahane and Cheteshwar Pujara were spotted at the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, one of the largest National Parks in Maharashtra.

'Life took a 360-degrees turn'

'Life took a 360-degrees turn'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

'Acting happened quite by accident. It chose me.' 'To be cast in the lead in Raaz 2 and Raaz 3 felt almost surreal.'

Jim Corbett Still Lives Here

Jim Corbett Still Lives Here

Rediff.com14 Oct 2021

With his name or without, Jim Corbett continues to live on in his home in Uttarakahand's Kaladunghi and in the jungles he loved.

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.

Scientists quarrel over India's tiger numbers

Scientists quarrel over India's tiger numbers

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

Have India's tigers increased by 30 per cent in the last four years?

Will Ganapath's Sequel Get Released?

Will Ganapath's Sequel Get Released?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

With Ganapath opening to shockingly low numbers at the box office, it is almost unlikely that the promised sequel will be released.

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

Like Ajay Devgn's Fiery Look In Singham Again?

Like Ajay Devgn's Fiery Look In Singham Again?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2023

Singham Again is set to hit theatres on Independence Day 2024.

Are you trying to steal ...?, Siddaramaiah asks Modi on Amul-KMF merger row

Are you trying to steal ...?, Siddaramaiah asks Modi on Amul-KMF merger row

Rediff.com9 Apr 2023

Amul's move is being seen by many, especially opposition parties, as a threat to KMF's famed dairy brand 'Nandini'.

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?

Alia To Star In Yash Raj's Spy Film

Alia To Star In Yash Raj's Spy Film

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Alia Bhatt is all set to become the first woman to headline a film in Yash Raj Film's spy universe.

'No one can do the things Tiger does'

'No one can do the things Tiger does'

Rediff.com9 May 2019

'The skill set this boy has, I don't think anyone in the country has.'

'Sher' bigger than 'Tiger': Vivek takes dig at Salman

'Sher' bigger than 'Tiger': Vivek takes dig at Salman

Rediff.com30 May 2012

The actor was referring to their respective movies.

Budget 2024: Real estate sector bats for revival of affordable housing

Budget 2024: Real estate sector bats for revival of affordable housing

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

The real estate sector wants "high-impact" measures, like special schemes and tax breaks for developers, to revive the fortunes of the affordable housing segment in the country, multiple executives told Business Standard. This segment has been struggling since the Covid-19 outbreak, in contrast to larger and costlier homes which have been selling like hot cakes. The demand comes at a time when the government is taking suggestions from industry players before tabling the General Budget in the Parliament next month.

Kargil@25: Lessons Learnt

Kargil@25: Lessons Learnt

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

India's tactical and operational response demonstrated its ability to prosecute tri-service operations, even without a formal tri-service doctrine or the higher command structure needed to coordinate it, points out Ajai Shukla.

India lost 2.33 mn hectares of tree cover since 2000, says report

India lost 2.33 mn hectares of tree cover since 2000, says report

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

Between 2001 and 2022, it said, forests in India emitted 51 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year and removed 141 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year. This represents a net carbon sink of 89.9 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent a year.

What Was Saif Doing In A Royal Carriage?

What Was Saif Doing In A Royal Carriage?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

'I am lucky. To be born in that Pataudi house.'

Like Salman's Ek Tha Tiger poster?

Like Salman's Ek Tha Tiger poster?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2011

The film will release in 2012.

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.

Ganapath: A Hero is Born Review: Recycled Junk

Ganapath: A Hero is Born Review: Recycled Junk

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

All the six packs in the world can't compensate for an unenthusiastic performance, sighs Sukanya Verma.

PM Modi inaugurates Asia's largest solar power project in MP

PM Modi inaugurates Asia's largest solar power project in MP

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

The mega solar power project is comprised of three solar generating units of 250 MW each located on a 500-hectare plot of land situated inside a solar park.

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.

Tamil Tigers fighting a defensive battle

Tamil Tigers fighting a defensive battle

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

For the Lankan army, there are two questions involved -- defeating the LTTE conventionally, and destroying its capability for continuing its struggle for Tamil Eelam through acts of terrorism. The achievement of both these objectives will depend upon a critical weakening of the morale and motivation of the LTTE officers and cadres, leading to increasing desertions and splits in the organisation

Land acquisition process for cheetah safari near Kuno underway, says official

Land acquisition process for cheetah safari near Kuno underway, says official

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Environment ministry is organising various programmes at Sesaipura related to Project Cheetah.

The Kriti Sanon Mark Sheet: See How Much She Scored!

The Kriti Sanon Mark Sheet: See How Much She Scored!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Sukanya Verma looks at how the 33 year old has fared in her decade-long career.

Emraan Hashmi's Tigers premieres in Toronto

Emraan Hashmi's Tigers premieres in Toronto

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Director Danis Tanovic, producer Anurag Kashyap and actor Emraan Hashmi have created an inspiring work of international collaboration with Tigers. Arthur J Pais reports from Toronto.

An uprising in Kaziranga sanctuary

An uprising in Kaziranga sanctuary

Rediff.com8 Feb 2011

A large number of tour operators, hoteliers and people living out of the tourism activities in an around the Kaziranga National Park, famous abode of one-horned rhinoceros in Assam, have launched an agitation opposing the plan to upgrade the wildlife sanctuary into a Project Tiger.

Can Ola Electric Cruise to 6,146 Cr IPO?

Can Ola Electric Cruise to 6,146 Cr IPO?

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

The Softbank-backed company has set a price band of Rs 72 to Rs 76 per share for the maiden share sale and is expected to test the appetite for new-age loss-making companies.