JIM CORBETT TIGER SAFARI
Ranthambore to Corbett: A journey through the tiger hotspots of India
Established in 1936, Corbett National Park holds the prestigious title of being the first national park in India dedicated solely to tiger conservation. This sprawling reserve encompasses dense forests, grasslands, and marshlands, providing a perfect habitat for hundreds if tigers. The park is also home to a lot of other wildlife species, including leopards, elephants, and over 500 species of birds.
Best tiger spotting sites in India, other than Kanha National Park
Known as the "Land of Tigers," Bandhavgarh National Park boasts a very high density of tigers. The park is home to a variety of other wildlife species as well, including leopards, deer, and wild boars.
SC orders creation of panel to go into ecological damage in Corbett Tiger Reserve
The Supreme Court has ordered the formation of a committee to address the damage caused by illegal construction and tree felling in the Corbett Tiger Reserve. This committee, under the Ministry of Forest, Environment and Climate Change, will assess the environmental harm and suggest restoration measures.
Tiger Safari banned in Jim Corbett? Here is what SC has said
Tiger Safari Jim Cobett Ban: SC, reprimanding Uttarakhand govt for deforestation in Jim Corbett National Park, today directed committee formation to mitigate damage and recover costs. The bench, headed by Justices BR Gavai, PK Mishra, and Sandeep Mehta, addressed a petition by activist Gaurav Bansal, highlighting illegal construction and deforestation. While allowing safari tours in buffer zones, the court emphasizes adherence to conservation guidelines.
NGT issues notice to Centre on plea seeking declaration of Corbett park as 'Eco-Sensitive Zone'
The National Environment Policy of 2006 defines an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) as areas or zones with identified environmental resources having incomparable values that require special attention for their conservation because of their landscape, wildlife, biodiversity, historical and natural values.
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Binsar Forest Sanctuary in Almora may soon offer jungle safari and bike riding
The Binsar forest sanctuary in Almora is planning to introduce jungle safari and bike riding options for tourists. Currently, visitors explore the sanctuary on foot, but the forest department expects the government to approve the initiative within three months. The sanctuary is home to various wildlife species, and the addition of these activities is expected to attract more tourists and enhance the overall tourism experience.
Felling of 6,000 trees in Jim Corbett Park: Why not CBI inquiry, asks Uttarakhand High Court
The High Court has asked the government why should not a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry be conducted into the matter.
After devouring her two cubs, injured Corbett tigress eats third cub too
The tigress had given birth to three cubs despite having a snare stuck to its abdomen in Jim Corbett National Park. She had given birth to the cubs on July 17 and 18, but within a few days, two of them were found lifeless, and the third cub could not be traced either. As per a ToI report, the tigress had devouring two of its cubs a few days ago.
Saving the wildlife is not just a conservation point
With Parliament reconvening, the amended Forest Bill is up for approval. To save wildlife, we also need to rethink our economic and conservation models.
‘Irked’ tiger charges towards tourists during safari ride. See what happened
During a safari ride, an angry tiger came charging onto tourists when they were watching and capturing his pictures. The incident seems to have happened at Jim Corbett National Park, the reports said.
SC restrains construction within core areas in tiger reserves, national parks, wildlife sanctuaries
A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Vikram Nath asked the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to file a response explaining the necessity of having safaris in national parks. The top court was dealing with a matter raising issues such as alleged illegal constructions in tiger reserves and the establishment of a tiger safari in the buffer area of Corbett Tiger Reserve in Uttarakhand.
SC panel asks Centre to amend, withdraw guidelines allowing tiger safaris, zoos in wildlife habitats
Reprimanding the NTCA, the panel said the emphasis of its guidelines on the establishment of tiger safaris is "more on the promotion of tourism and less on conservation of the endangered national animal and therefore calls for urgent review". It said the establishment of tiger safaris deep inside the forests in tiger reserves would require the tourists to travel long distances through the forests. Consequently, the large number of vehicles carrying such tourists are bound to cause huge disturbance to the forest and wildlife of that area.
Jim Corbett Park may be renamed 'Ramganga National Park'
During his visit, Union Minister of State for Forest and Environment Ashwini Kumar Choubey discussed and wrote the park's name as 'Ramganga National Park' in the visitors' book which was kept in the museum located in Dhangarhi.
Loopify.World co-founder fell in love with wildlife photography during a trip to Corbett, learnt to live sustainably from it
Hemal Gathani shares how wildlife inspired him and helped him to find inner peace.
Corbett Tiger Reserve reopens for tourists
Corbett Tiger Reserve was closed for tourists following the COVID-19 induced lockdown in March. However, the Dhikala zone has not been opened for tourists as it is scheduled to be closed for the monsoon from June 15.
Thalaiva ‘in the wild’: Bear Grylls shares first look of Rajinikanth’s TV debut, sets social media ablaze
Fans are waiting with bated breath to see Bear and Rajini together.
Modi’s Discovery ‘shoot was over 30 minutes before Pulwama'
The channel said the upcoming episode will be telecast across 180 countries in multiple languages on all Discovery networks.
Wildlife checklist: Take your dream safari to Gujarat's Gir National Park or Jim Corbett in Uttarakhand
Enjoy a jungle safari to raise awareness on wildlife conservation.
Wildlife Destinations Special: Create your own 'Jungle Book' moments
India’s regional diversity has helped in protecting its rich wildlife.
PM Modi cancelled rally, was angry about being told late about Pulwama attack
"It was on the way from Corbett to Rudrapur around 4 pm that news of the attack first trickled in. PM Modi was angry about being told late.
Bandipur park safari counter to be moved out
The new safari point will come up at Melukammanahalli, a few hundred metres from the reserve’s checkpost, on the Gundlupet-Ooty highway.
Since 2014 ministers of environment have become ministers of 'approval': Jairam Ramesh
Talking about the time when he was the minister of environment, he said that he always judged himself by the "number of questions asked, number of rejections, the number of impediments he put", and not by the approvals he gave.
Into the wild! Spot tigers at the Jim Corbett National park, or go bird-watching at Nameri in Assam
Go on a safari through the wilderness to watch the animals feed, bathe or even chase their prey.
Planning a trip to Corbett Tiger Reserve? Rest houses, safari to cost more now
The reserve, which boasts of over 200 tigers, is a huge draw for travellers looking for a budget-friendly holiday.
Seal hotels, industries, ashrams that are polluting Ganga: High Court
A bench of justices Rajiv Sharma and Alok Singh ordered that pollution in the Ganges will not be tolerated.
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