Ramsar Sites Chhari Dhand in Gujarat and Patna Bird Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh have been recognised as Ramsar sites. This was confirmed by the official handle of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India on 31 January 2026. January 31, 2026 Read More
Indonesian The painted outline of a human hand inside a cave on the Indonesian island of Muna represents what researchers are calling the oldest example of rock art in the world, created at least 67,800 years ago. January 23, 2026 Read More
Kerala The Kerala government has officially renamed the Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary the Aralam Butterfly Sanctuary, making it the first butterfly sanctuary in the State. The decision was taken under section 18(1) of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. January 11, 2026 Read More
Arunachal Pradesh Indian scientists have found two new slender-armed frogs from their secretive habitats in Arunachal Pradesh. One of the species has been named after Kerala journalist E Somanath, who passed away in 2022. January 11, 2026 Read More
