Srimoyee Chowdhury

Once hunted for meat, the Asian Giant Tortoise is making a quiet comeback in Nagaland—thanks to the relentless efforts of tribal youth turning protectors.

What if your terrace could become a peaceful forest haven? With just 10 simple steps, you can grow a lush, living ecosystem right at home. From smart water use to native species, this guide walks you through building your very own green escape in the heart of the city.

Train journeys in India are full of stories — and some are best told through food. This list brings together 10 stations where iconic local dishes steal the spotlight.

Years of careful planning, habitat improvement and breeding efforts at Delhi Zoo finally bore fruit as six Royal Bengal tiger cubs were born — the largest litter in 20 years.

Imagine a life surrounded by water—where floods, festivals, and farming all flow together. On these five river islands in India, communities live in tune with nature.

When Coimbatore-based chartered accountant Vikash Kumar went looking for a chemical-free swimming pool for his young son, he realised that most city pools were loaded with chlorine — harsh on the skin, hair, and even the lungs. Drawing inspiration from the natural village ponds of his childhood, Vikash decided to build a swimming pool using nothing but natural materials — no cement, no chemicals.

After years of heartbreak and near setbacks, Sikkim’s Himalayan Zoological Park is celebrating the birth of two red panda cubs. With just 10,000 red pandas left in the wild, this is a milestone in India's wildlife conservation efforts.

Swap gadgets for binoculars and malls for muddy trails. From Bengaluru to Jaipur, explore these wildlife-themed parks across India where your kids can learn, explore, and connect with nature, all while having fun.

What was once a garbage dump and hub for illegal activity is now a blooming school campus in Bihar. With no government help, headmaster Baijnath Kumar led a green revolution — one sapling at a time.

In a discovery that blends biodiversity with Indigenous culture, researchers have identified two new frog species — Raorchestes jadoh and Raorchestes jakoid — from the forests of Meghalaya. What makes this finding remarkable isn’t just the science, but the symbolism. Both frogs have been named to honour the Khasi community.