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Leopard found living at Hyderabad airport, triggers alarm

A leopard spotted at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport triggered alarms and led to forest officials setting up a cage to catch the large cat. Efforts continue to relocate the leopard preying on wild boars and stray dogs.

Sweden to move ahead with sending troops to Latvia as part of NATO forces

Sweden is set to deploy troops to Latvia as part of NATO's mission in the Baltic countries, which border Russia and Belarus. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed the decision, stating that Sweden will contribute a reduced mechanized battalion with armoured vehicles and Leopard tanks. This move comes after Sweden's recent NATO membership, marking a shift from its traditional non-alignment stance. The deployment aims to deter and defend against potential threats, with the goal of having the force operational by early next year.

Who are the 'vote-eating' Corbett leopards? The reason behind Uttarakhand's election dilemma

In the upcoming Lok Sabha elections on April 19 in Garhwal (Pauri Garhwal) and Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar, one of the major issues is the conflict between humans and big cats. The BJP won both seats in 2019. As the polls approach again, voters are faced with a decision: to boycott or to vote? While some consider boycotting, others are considering the 'None Of The Above (NOTA)' option.

Watch video: Leopard enters home in Delhi's Roop Nagar, injures five

In Roop Nagar, Delhi, a leopard managed to infiltrate a residence, resulting in injuries to five individuals. The scene was secured and the injured individuals received medical care, additional measures were taken to address the broader implications of the incident.

Cabinet nod to set up International Big Cat Alliance

The Union Cabinet approved the creation of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) to conserve tigers and other big cats worldwide. This India-based alliance will bring together 96 big cat range countries to collaborate on conservation efforts. India, with five of the seven big cat species, will play a significant role.

Over 700 snow leopards live in India, 218 caught on cam: 5 things to know

The Wildlife Institute of India conducted its first-ever scientific study, and as many as 718 snow leopards were recorded living in India. During the National Board for Wildlife meeting in New Delhi, Union Minister of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav presented the report.

India's snow leopard census: 718 spotted in first-ever estimation, majority roaming Ladakh

India boasts 718 snow leopards, revealed in the groundbreaking Snow Leopard Population Assessment. Ladakh leads with 477, showcasing successful conservation efforts. Conducted by the Wildlife Institute of India, this first-ever scientific exercise covers 70% of potential habitats. The report prompts a call for a dedicated Snow Leopard Cell for long-term monitoring and recommends periodic population assessments to ensure these majestic cats' survival. A pivotal moment for snow leopard conservation in India.

When a leopard entered a Jaipur hotel in broad daylight...

A leopard was found in a room of Castle Kanota hotel in Jaipur. Tourists were evacuated and the animal was locked in a room before rescue officials were called. Several instances of leopards entering big cities like Delhi and Bengaluru have been reported. Uttarakhand has also seen leopards attacking humans, leading the state government to issue safety guidelines.

Captain Fatima Wasim becomes first woman medical officer to be deployed to operational post on Siachen Glacier

"She (Captain Fatima Wasim) was inducted to a post at an altitude of 15,200 feet after undergoing rigorous training at Siachen Battle School, which speaks of her indomitable spirit and high motivation," Fire and Fury Corps posted on X.

Teams formed to cage leopard spotted in Delhi's Sainik Farm, residents asked to stay indoors

After the leopard was spotted in the Sainik Farm area on December 2, two trap cages were set up to capture the big cat.According to Subodh Kumar, a beat officer from the forest department (Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary), two teams have been deployed to cage the animal.

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Leopard that terrorised Bengaluru locality finally caught

After three days of intense search operations, Forest department officials caught the feline on November 1. The elusive animal was finally trapped in the Bommanahalli Industrial area.

Soon, Gurgaon may have a 15-km Leopard park with jungle safari facility

A plan to protect a 15km stretch of the Aravalis from Bandhwari landfill to Damdama lake in Gurgaon has been unveiled. The project aims to create a 15km jungle trail and establish a leopard park in Behrampur village. The initiative is a collaboration between the forest department, district administration, GMDA, and MCG.

Bengaluru: Leopard spotted roaming in Whitefield area

The spotted leopard was roaming in Bengaluru's Whitefield area, as per a news report. A post sharing this unusual sighting was circulated on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) by a page called Whitefield Rising. The post expressed concerns and hopes for the safe capture of the wild feline, stating, "Leopard back in Whitefield. Hope the leopard is safely captured."

Himachal home to 75 snow leopards, says five-year scientific estimation

A recent estimation conducted in Himachal Pradesh, India, as part of the Snow Leopard Population Assessment, has revealed the presence of 44 individual snow leopards in the state. The study used camera traps to survey a vast area of the snow leopard's habitat and also assessed the population of their prey species. The highest densities of snow leopards were found in the trans-Himalayan regions of Spiti and Pin valley. The report emphasizes the importance of involving local communities in conservation efforts. Snow leopards are considered indicators of the health of Himalayan ecosystems.

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Leopard dies hours after being rescued in UP's Balrampur

"A leopard that had strayed into farms was rescued by our team on Friday. The animal was unwell and died during treatment."

Panic breaks out on Marathi TV show 'Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kay Asta' sets after leopard & cub waltz in

A leopard and her cub caused chaos on the set of the Marathi TV show 'Sukh Mhanje Nakki Kay Asta' at the Goregaon Film City in Mumbai. The incident, caught on camera, occurred at 4 pm and caused fear among the crew members.

Leopard drops in on Mumbai television set, pounces on dog

Film City personnel and Forest Department scoured the area surrounding the sets finding the carcass of the dog the leopard made away with. A video of the leopard sauntering on the film sets also became viral on the social media though officials have not commented on it yet.

Germany plans 'substantial' new Ukraine arms package

Germany will make a significant new pledge of military equipment for Ukraine during this week's NATO summit to bolster Kyiv's counteroffensive against Russia, a senior government official said on Monday. When asked about whether Berlin would make a new commitment to supply arms to Kyiv at the summit, the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said "yes... substantial. Very substantial".

Tigers safe, research focus must shift to other species, say experts

Recent findings from various research projects have shed light on the need to broaden the scope of wildlife research. The analysis of tissue samples from a tiger in southern West Bengal's Lalgarh, conducted at Bengaluru's National Centre for Biological Sciences, revealed that the animal had likely migrated from the Central Indian landscape.

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