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Sacred Hills Hit 89% Forest Cover in India Conservation Win
Planet Wins•May 18

Sacred Hills Hit 89% Forest Cover in India Conservation Win

A historic temple trust in India has restored nearly 90% of its sacred forestland through decades of conservation work. The achievement protects wildlife habitat while honoring ancient traditions that view nature as divine.

The Hindu•2 min read
Mumbai Couple Saves 80 Hectares of Flamingo Wetlands
Videos•May 15

Mumbai Couple Saves 80 Hectares of Flamingo Wetlands

When developers threatened to destroy nearly 80 hectares of wetlands in Navi Mumbai, two ordinary citizens fought back and won. Their battle led to a landmark court ruling that saved an entire ecosystem.

The Better India•2 min read
Lost Gaur Safely Returns Home After 13km Journey
Acts of Kindness•May 11

Lost Gaur Safely Returns Home After 13km Journey

A wild gaur that wandered nearly 13.5 kilometers from its forest home into busy neighborhoods is now back where it belongs, thanks to a carefully coordinated rescue mission. The animal was safely captured and relocated to Tholpetty Wildlife Sanctuary, where it's thriving in its natural habitat.

The Hindu•2 min read
35 Baby Rhinos Born in India Park After Extinction
Planet Wins•May 8

35 Baby Rhinos Born in India Park After Extinction

A decade after being wiped out by poaching, rhinos are breeding again in India's Manas National Park. Thirty-five calves have been born, proving the comeback is real.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery•2 min read
India's Dolphin Ambulance Saves 8th River Dolphin
Community Heroes•May 8

India's Dolphin Ambulance Saves 8th River Dolphin

A male Ganges River Dolphin trapped in a shrinking canal in Gonda survived a 13-hour rescue using India's first Dolphin Ambulance. The specialized mobile unit has now saved eight dolphins since launching in January 2026.

The Better India•3 min read
How David Attenborough Changed India's View of Nature
Planet Wins•May 7

How David Attenborough Changed India's View of Nature

The legendary naturalist's storytelling transformed how millions of Indians see wildlife, inspiring writers and filmmakers to champion conservation. From introducing exotic species to showing India's own ecological wonders, his century of work planted seeds of hope.

The Hindu•3 min read
Lawyer Spent 10 Years Saving the Taj Mahal With Own Money
Videos•May 5

Lawyer Spent 10 Years Saving the Taj Mahal With Own Money

Environmental lawyer M C Mehta fought for a decade to protect India's iconic Taj Mahal from pollution, funding the battle himself. His work sparked over 40 landmark judgments that transformed how India protects its environment. #

The Better India•2 min read
Indian District Records 428 Bird Species in 3 Days
Planet Wins•Apr 24

Indian District Records 428 Bird Species in 3 Days

A quiet coastal district in Maharashtra went from two birdwatchers to 40, recording up to 428 bird species during a single weekend count. Sindhudurg's citizen scientists just proved that everyday passion can turn an overlooked region into a conservation powerhouse.

The Better India•3 min read
India's Butterfly Clubs Grow 600 Members Strong
Planet Wins•Apr 23

India's Butterfly Clubs Grow 600 Members Strong

A butterfly enthusiast in Bangalore has turned his passion into a 600-member conservation movement. What started as simple nature walks in 2012 now includes butterfly-focused travel experiences across India.

The Hindu•2 min read
India Art Contest Celebrates Trees Through Student Creativity
Acts of Kindness•Apr 16

India Art Contest Celebrates Trees Through Student Creativity

Students across India will paint their region's trees to celebrate biodiversity. The free competition encourages young people to observe and honor the natural world around them.

The Hindu•2 min read
Gujarat Wildlife Center Saves 250 Elephants in Year One
Community Heroes•Apr 10

Gujarat Wildlife Center Saves 250 Elephants in Year One

A new wildlife facility in India has treated thousands of rescued animals and returned dozens to the wild in its first year. The center now cares for over 250 elephants saved from circuses and logging operations.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery•2 min read
Vets Save Six-Foot Python With Life-Saving Surgery in India
Community Heroes•Apr 9

Vets Save Six-Foot Python With Life-Saving Surgery in India

A six-foot python in southern India got a second chance at life when veterinary surgeons performed a complex operation to save the reptile. The successful surgery at Veterinary College in Tirunelveli shows how wildlife rescue efforts are advancing in the region.

The Hindu•2 min read
India Releases 4 Rhinos Into the Wild After 40 Years
Planet Wins•Apr 9

India Releases 4 Rhinos Into the Wild After 40 Years

Four greater one-horned rhinos stepped into freedom at India's Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in March, bringing the total number of free-roaming rhinos to eight in a landscape where they vanished decades ago. It's a carefully managed return that could reshape an entire ecosystem.

The Better India•3 min read
India's Vantara Sanctuary Rescues 150,000 Animals
Community Heroes•Mar 25

India's Vantara Sanctuary Rescues 150,000 Animals

A 3,000-acre wildlife rescue center in Gujarat now shelters over 150,000 rescued animals from 2,000 species, offering advanced medical care and natural habitats. Led by conservationist Anant Ambani, Vantara is becoming one of the world's largest dedicated wildlife rehabilitation facilities. #

Google News - Wildlife Recovery•2 min read
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Planet Wins•Mar 22

India's Pilikula Zoo Welcomes 7 Wolf Pups in Historic First

A conservation center in India just achieved something that's never happened before: the successful captive breeding of Indian wolves, resulting in seven healthy pups. This breakthrough offers real hope for one of the country's most endangered predators.

Google News - Conservation Success•2 min read
India's Cheetah Population Hits 53 After Five New Cubs Born
Planet Wins•Mar 9

India's Cheetah Population Hits 53 After Five New Cubs Born

A Namibian cheetah named Jwala just gave birth to five healthy cubs at India's Kuno National Park, bringing the nation's total cheetah population to 53. The milestone marks a major win for Project Cheetah, India's ambitious effort to bring the big cats back after they went extinct locally 70 years ago.

Google News - Conservation Success•2 min read
Namibian Cheetah Jwala Births 5 Cubs at India's Kuno Park
Planet Wins•Mar 9

Namibian Cheetah Jwala Births 5 Cubs at India's Kuno Park

A Namibian cheetah named Jwala has given birth to five cubs at India's Kuno National Park, bringing the country's total cheetah population to 53. This marks the 10th successful cheetah litter born on Indian soil since the species returned after 70 years of extinction.

The Hindu•2 min read
Scientists Find New 'Cobra Lily' Plant in India
Planet Wins•Feb 26

Scientists Find New 'Cobra Lily' Plant in India

Researchers discovered a striking new plant species in Mizoram's misty mountains that looks like a cobra but blooms like a flower. The whip-tailed lily, found near Tlangpui Peak, showcases India's incredible biodiversity and the importance of local conservation efforts.

Google News - Scientists Discover•2 min read
Indian Wildlife Center Saved 40,000 Animals Since 1999
Acts of Kindness•Feb 13

Indian Wildlife Center Saved 40,000 Animals Since 1999

A tiny leopard cub named Jaggu was found alone and dying in the forest, suffering from anemia, pneumonia, and starvation. Now he's thriving at India's largest wildlife rescue center, which has saved over 40,000 animals in 25 years.

The Better India•2 min read
India Wildlife Center Saves 40,000 Animals in 25 Years
Acts of Kindness•Feb 12

India Wildlife Center Saves 40,000 Animals in 25 Years

A leopard cub named Jaggu arrived at India's largest wildlife rescue center near death, suffering from anemia and pneumonia. Today he's thriving, one of 40,000 animals saved since 1999.

Google News - Wildlife Recovery•2 min read

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