Srimoyee Chowdhury

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.

From balcony railings to roadside wires, India’s cities are teeming with feathered life. Here are 7 easily recognisable birds you can spot without leaving your street.

In Delhi-NCR’s urban sprawl, Ramveer Tanwar — a former engineer — has been reviving dying ponds through community-led efforts. His initiative, Jal Chaupal, has helped restore over 80 wetlands across India, improving groundwater, biodiversity, and local pride.

West Bengal is quietly scripting a revolution in public service. With 84 women IAS officers—more than any other state in India—it is setting an inspiring example of gender-balanced governance. These women are not just filling quotas; they are leading departments, influencing policies, and bringing real change to the grassroots.