ZOOLOGICAL SURVEY
Who is Dr M. V. Ramana Murthy? An IIT Madras alumnus honoured after a new electric ray species discovered deep in the Arabian Sea has been named after him
New electric ray species found: Dr M. V. Ramana Murthy, Mission Director of India's Deep Ocean Mission, has been honoured by the naming of a newly discovered electric ray after him. An IIT Madras-trained ocean engineer, he has worked in coastal research, desalination, marine technology and hazard management, including as director of the National Centre for Coastal Research.
'We carry Africa in our hearts and will build partnership for generations to come': Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is visiting Ghana to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss strategic cooperation. He held talks with his Ghanaian counterpart regarding trade, investment, and multilateral cooperation. India plans to support Africa through technology, energy, and capacity building initiatives while enhancing their strategic autonomy. Jaishankar highlighted the importance of supply chain resilience and empowering the continent's youth.
India, Ghana discuss multilateral cooperation during EAM Jaishankar's visit
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently met with Ghanaian counterpart Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa to enhance bilateral relations. They discussed comprehensive partnerships in various sectors including trade, technology, and agriculture. Jaishankar also held discussions with President John Dramani Mahama, emphasizing India's commitment to Ghana's development. Memoranda of Understanding were exchanged between academic institutions to promote collaboration and capacity building.
In 1880, teacher Wells Cooke began writing down when migrating birds arrived; 90 years later, the project had left millions of records scientists still use today
Wells W. Cooke began recording bird migration dates in 1880 using index cards and a network of volunteers. This initiative expanded into a national program that operated until 1970, collecting millions of data points. Recent research has utilized this historical data to understand how climate change has impacted bird migration patterns. Studies indicate birds are migrating earlier in spring due to warming trends.
A British zoologist was denied an entomology job because she was a woman; in 1945, at just 24, she went alone to a landlocked African nation and helped transform the study of tropical tilapia, one of the world’s most consumed fish
Rosemary Lowe-McConnell's journey into ichthyology began when she was rejected for an entomology job, leading her to study Malawi's freshwater fish. Her pivotal research on tilapia not only supported the development of aquaculture around the world but also showcased her resilience against societal obstacles. Her efforts earned her esteemed accolades and ensured her legacy in the science of fish studies.
Great Nicobar Project: NGT upholds clearance amidst environmental concerns
The National Green Tribunal has approved the Great Nicobar project. This decision faces criticism for relying on studies from government bodies that granted clearance. Vague conditions for environmental protection were accepted. The tribunal also did not make a High-Powered Committee report public citing confidentiality. Strategic development is important, but environmental laws must be followed.
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India prepares first comprehensive list of fauna
India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is at the forefront of global biodiversity conservation efforts, as showcased by the unveiling of the Fauna of India Checklist Portal encompassing over 1,00,000 species. The country's commitment is evident through initiatives like 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' and projects like the cheetah relocation program.
60% bird species in India have declined over 30 years: Report
The report classifies 178 species, including Northern Shoveler, Northern Pintail, Common Teal, Tufted Duck, Greater Flamingo, Sarus Crane, Indian Courser and Andaman Serpent Eagle, as "high conservation priority". Fourteen species, including Indian Roller, Common Teal, Northern Shoveler and Common Sandpiper, have dropped by 30 per cent or more and have been recommended for IUCN Red List reassessment, the report says.
78 species of birds are found only in India: Report
Twenty-eight bird species are restricted to the Western Ghats, 25 to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, four to the Eastern Himalayas and one each to the Southern Deccan plateau and Central Indian Forest, Zoological Survey of India scientist Amitava Majumder said.
New frog species found in Meghalaya cave
The team named the new species as Amolops siju after the cave from where this discovery was made and the description of the new species was published in the latest issue of the international research journal, Journal of Animal Diversity published from Iran-based Lorestan University.
Between development and deep blue sea: What does Great Nicobar plan mean for the island and India?
Even as concerns related to ecology, biodiversity and lives of indigenous communities remain, there is no denying the importance of the project due to its strategic location.
Dhriti Banerjee becomes 1st woman director in 100 years of Zoological Survey of India history
The 51-year-old has had an illustrious career as a scientist, conducting research in taxonomy, zoogeography, morphology and molecular systematics. She has been co-ordinator of ZSI’s Digital Sequence Information Project since 2012.
China to conduct large-scale survey of Tibetan plateau
The government of Tibet Autonomous Region and Chinese Academy of Sciences have agreed to launch a large-scale survey of the plateau.
347 new plant species and 424 new animal species discovered
Javadekar today informed the Rajya Sabha that 347 new plant species and 424 new animal species have been discovered during the year 2013-2014.
Zoological Survey of India unravels 778 new fauna species: K Venkataraman
Indian rainforests and deserts are teeming with life and are a treasure house of biological diversity.
New lizard species discovered
The finding by a team of scientists led by B H Channakeshava Murthy of the Western Ghats Regional Centre, Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Kozhikode, was published in international scientific journal Zootaxa last week.
50% mammals face habitat loss: Government
"The habitat loss of mammals is also attributed to the biotic pressure that the habitats of the mammalian fauna experience," Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said.
Dugongs on brink of extinction, poaching continues in India
The Union government's Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) on Wednesday declared that dugongs among the five species to be the focus of conservation, but the marine mammals, ironically called the 'angel of the sea', continue to be poached for their meat.
ZSI monitoring climate change impact on Sundarban animals
To measure the effect of climate change on the flora and fauna of Sundarbans, the Zoological Survey of India has set up monitoring bases inside the mangrove forests.
Zoological Survey of India monitoring climate change impact on Sundarban animals
The monitoring process is an ongoing one and experts are sent to the spot to collect data about their population and species.
New catfish species found
A team of ichthyologists from Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) here have discovered a new species of catfish in West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.
Measures to preserve two endangered species at Manas national park
The quest to know the status of two highly endangered and also elusive species of wildlife at Manas national park, in western Assam, has begun for their long-term conservation.
Zoological Survey of India to study animals found in Western Ghats
The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) will conduct a detailed study of animals found outside the protected areas of Western Ghats in the state.
Bihar's Valmiki Tiger Reserve finds four more species in its premises
He says the reasons for the appearance of these four mammal species could be linked to changes in habitat. It is also possible that these were simply never spotted before.
British conservationists say the Malabar Civet may have become extinct
Western Ghats' rarest and most threatened mammal – the Malabar Civet may have become extinct.
Two dolphins found in Kishanganj
The Zoological Survey of India , Bihar in charge, Gopal Sharma, now camping in Kishanganj, is working on the strategy to rehabilitate and shift the two dolphins which were found a couple of days back in river Donk near Baldiyaghat under Paharkatta police station in Kishanganj district.
Woman convicted for possessing black buck hides
Judicial Magistrate First Class A L Deshmukh sentenced Jyotiba alias Jai Nivrutti Parkhe (25) a resident of Akkalkot in Solapur district to six months rigorous imprisonment and slapped a fine of Rs 2,500 for possessing hides of male and female black bucks.
Carelessness happens at times: TERI fellow
Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has goofed up so badly on its Himalayan glacier melting forecast that it's close to losing credibility among the people.
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