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India Today NEAssam strengthens wildlife corridors and forest protection ahead of new tourism season
The government of Assam has increased measures to protect forest areas and improve wildlife corridors in the state. These actions are being taken ahead of the upcoming tourism season. The steps were reported on 12 October 2026.
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The Better IndiaIndia’s Tiger Reserves Will Now Be Assessed on Solid Waste Management
On 12 October 2026, Indian authorities announced that the performance of tiger reserves will be evaluated based on solid‑waste‑management criteria. The new assessment will be applied to all tiger reserves across the country.
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NDTVThis Gujarat Sanctuary Lost Lions 144 Years Ago. Now It’s Home To 17 Asiatic Lions
A sanctuary in Gujarat, India, that had no lions for 144 years now has a population of 17 Asiatic lions. The current count was reported in October 2026.
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LatestLYIndia News | Six Arrested, Three Leopard Skins Seized in Odisha’s Gajapati
On October 11, 2026, law enforcement in the Gajapati district of Odisha arrested six individuals. Authorities also confiscated three leopard pelts during the operation.
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Lokmat TimesOdisha: NWCSO celebrates 72nd Wildlife Week at Nandankanan
The Network for Wildlife Conservation and Social Welfare observed the seventy-second Wildlife Week at the Nandankanan Zoological Park in Odisha. The event took place in October 2026 to promote animal conservation.
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Asianet NewsableBarda Wildlife Sanctuary emerges as a crucial second home for lions
On October 11, 2026, the Barda Wildlife Sanctuary developed into an essential alternative habitat for lions. This location now functions as a vital secondary home supporting the regional lion population.
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Learn from India before Malayan tiger falls silent
On October 11, 2026, a publication urged Malaysia to study India’s conservation methods to prevent the extinction of the Malayan tiger. The report highlights the urgent need for effective wildlife protection measures before the species disappears completely.
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The Times of IndiaForest staff trained in wildlife forensics
On October 11, 2026, forest personnel participated in an educational program. The sessions focused on the application of forensic science to wildlife matters.
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The New Indian ExpressBlack panther trapped by forest dept in Keralam’s Pathanamthitta, shifted to Puthur zoo
On 11 October 2026, the forest department in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, captured a black panther. The animal was subsequently moved to the Puthur zoo.
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ETV BharatHealth Monitoring Of Country’s Eldest Tigress Intensified
On October 10, 2026, authorities increased medical supervision for the oldest tigress in India. The intensified health monitoring aims to keep a closer check on the big cat’s physical condition.
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Captive Elephants Arrive In Trucks For Health Check-Up In Kerala’s Thrissur
On October 10, 2026, captive elephants were transported in trucks to Thrissur, Kerala. The animals were brought to the location for routine health evaluations.
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Bhubaneswar: Wildlife Week 2026 focuses on habitat connectivity
During Wildlife Week 2026 in Bhubaneswar, authorities and conservationists concentrated their efforts on habitat connectivity. The event took place in October 2026 to highlight the importance of linked natural environments for animals.
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Sloth Bear Named By Julia Roberts is Flourishing After Rescue From Dancing Trade in India
A sloth bear originally named by actor Julia Roberts was rescued from the dancing bear trade in India. The animal is now thriving in its new environment.
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