Global Eco Watch: Reliance plans ‘largest zoo’ in Jamnagar

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Latest IPCC report clinches evidence of human-induced climate change

South Asia

Call of the phantom

Government fails to effectively execute Project Snow Leopard

Genome sequence reveals big cats evolved to kill, eat meat

Mapping of genomes to help wildlife conservation efforts and combat wildlife crime

New radar allows scientists to see through ice

New Zealand air force discovers ice bergs floating 300 km off coastline

Frozen lakes home for influenza virus

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Ladakh: No snow in the cold desert

The arid winter in the region this time is raising concerns among the local population, as it forebodes a potentially alarming situation

Ice storms, January downpours, heavy snow, no snow: Diagnosing ‘warming winter syndrome’

What we are experiencing in warming winter syndrome is a consistent and robust set of symptoms on a fevered planet; overall, people just about …

International Big Cat Alliance headquarters will be in India; Centre allocates Rs 150 crore

The grouping’s structure will consist of an Assembly of Members, Standing Committee and a Secretariat; its statute has been drafted …

India has 718 snow leopards; most of them live in unprotected areas: Centre

Government report emphasises need for a dedicated Snow Leopard Cell at Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun

World Snow Leopard Day 2023: Time for the enigmatic cat to be recognised as climate adaptation mascot in the Third Pole?

The snow leopard is a resident of High Asia. Its imagery can appeal not just to people there but to those dependent on the cryosphere that the …

No snow in paradise: See Kashmir’s dry winter in pictures

A dry winter spell is showcasing the impact of climate change in Kashmir. The once snow-capped locations lie bare this year, even during the …

"Snow leopard habitat may be lost due to climate change"

The snow leopard is facing a huge threat from climate change and a hostile human population in Pakistan. Muhammad Ali Nawaz, an authority on the …

Snow leopards, cultural codes can help prevent land degradation in Himalayas: Experts

The animal’s conservation will mean saving herbivores and the land they feed on, said panelists at an event at COP14

India gets protocol to assess Snow Leopard population

No date has been set yet for process reserved only for tigers, rhinos and elephants until now

Skiing in the Alps faces a bleak future thanks to climate change

Saving the winter economy in alpine resorts will prove very challenging. Skiing won’t disappear overnight but it will find itself operating …

Species dependant on snow layer at risk: Study

Some animal and plant species are dependant on the snow layer known as ‘subnivium’

The Andes flight disaster that gave birth to the Society of the Snow

October 13, 2023 will mark 51 years since the incident that raised questions about human survival such as how much pain and suffering can&…

Ganga, Brahmaputra, Indus water levels to rise by 2050: New IPCC report

In the Indus, runoff is expected to increase due to accelerated snowmelt; in the Ganga and Brahmaputra, it would be due to more precipitation, …

Tibetan snow lion is a symbol of political authority: Jamyang Norbu

Tibetan political activist and writer delves into history to talk about mythical creature’s origins

International Snow Leopard Day: Why we celebrate it

It is a reminder to us that it is our collective responsibility to conserve the species and its ecosystem

Avalanche forecasting, public awareness can save lives

Scientists from Chandigarh say accidents related to snow avalanches can be avoided if travellers know Standard Operating Procedure, for which …