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Forest officials in Mancherial have advised villagers to correctly identify tiger and leopard pugmarks to avoid panic. With images often shared on social media, officials explained key differences in size, shape and depth, urging verification before posting.

A male leopard roaming Pune Airport since April was safely captured after a coordinated multi-agency operation. Using tunnels and low-footfall areas, it evaded traps for months before being tranquilised in an underground tunnel. The leopard has recovered and is under observation in Pune 

A leopard attacked seven people in Nagpur’s Shiv Nagar, causing injuries and panic. Forest officials tranquilised and rescued the big cat, while the injured were hospitalised. The incident follows a similar leopard rescue in the area on November 19

Leopard sightings are rising across Jaipur, with a new incident in Bajaj Nagar captured on CCTV. Forest teams using tracking tools and patrols are monitoring the animal as residents are urged to take precautions, given the area’s proximity to Jhalana Leopard Safari

BRS leader Dr RS Praveen Kumar accused Forest officials of trying to seize 50 acres of land cultivated by Dalit farmers in Dimda village, forcing them to sleep in their fields out of fear. He demanded government intervention and criticised the local MLA for inaction.

A four-month-old infant was taken by a wolf in Bahraich’s Kaiserganj area, prompting massive drone-assisted searches by forest teams and villagers. The attack is the latest in a series of wolf incidents that have killed multiple children and injured dozens since September

Quarrying in Telangana’s Vikarabad district was halted for a month to protect a rare rock eagle owl nesting with five eggs. Forest officials and wildlife photographers coordinated swift action, with the quarry owner agreeing to pause operations until the hatchlings fly

A young farmer in Vikarabad attempted to hang himself at the District Collector’s Office after repeated pleas to resolve a land dispute went unanswered. The Forest department claims his 24 guntas fall under forest land, while he asserts ownership with passbook proof

A rabid jackal in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich district attacked five villagers in two villages under Nanpara forest range before being beaten to death by locals. Injured victims are receiving anti-rabies treatment, and forest officials confirmed the animal had rabies.

Boath MLA Anil Jadhav urged citizens to embrace eco-conscious practices during festivals, distributing cow dung diyas made by the Boath Nature Conservation Society and Forest Department. The initiative promotes sustainable celebrations and receives strong community support.

Panic erupted at a Bachupally apartment when residents spotted a large python on the second floor. Police alerted the forest department, and volunteers safely captured the snake, which will later be released into a nearby forest.

A leopard that had terrorized Sitapur's Basauli village for a month was finally captured by the forest department after repeated attacks on cattle. Officials confirmed its presence via CCTV and footprints, and the animal is now under medical observation

The Telangana Forest Department is facing a growing threat from poachers, timber smugglers, and land encroachers who are stealing or vandalising camera traps used to monitor wildlife. Recent incidents in the Kawal and Amrabad Tiger Reserves highlight the scale of the problem.

A leopard that caused panic in Gandipet and nearby areas was finally trapped by forest officials at Forest Trek Park. The animal is being shifted to Nehru Zoological Park for observation before being released back into the wild.

A leopard sighting near Nirmal, between Star Function Hall and Bangalpet, sparked panic among residents on Tuesday. Locals reported spotting the animal on a nearby hillock and shared photos and videos.

The tiger population in Amrabad Tiger Reserve rose from 33 to 36, including a spike in breeding females. The findings follow Phase IV monitoring by the Forest Department and reflect the success of Project Tiger and ongoing conservation efforts

Two leopards were reportedly sighted on the premises of the Research Centre Imarat (RCI) in Balapur, Hyderabad, causing panic among residents. Forest officials and police are verifying CCTV footage, while the RCI school urged parents to keep children indoors.

Villagers have been advised to remain cautious, move in groups, and avoid sending cattle too deep into the forest. Forest staff urged residents to report any sightings or signs of the tiger and said awareness drives were underway to educate locals on safety measures.

A tiger spotted in the forests of Boath and Sarangapur mandals in Adilabad triggered panic among locals. Forest officials are tracking its movement and urging caution, while efforts are on to guide the animal back to dense forests

Villagers of Pogilla near Nagarjunasagar have rejected the Forest Department’s relocation plan despite tiger threats, citing ancestral ties. CPI(M) has also opposed GO 49 on the Kumram Bheem corridor, accusing the Congress of betraying tribal rights and aiding corporates