Mangoes are a refreshing treat during the harsh summers. Indians love relishing a juicy mango and are always in high demand for their delectable flavour profile. However, you may be surprised to learn that mangoes also benefit the ecosystem. Furthermore, what if we planted hundreds
Concerns have been raised by the recent spate of cyclones that have repeatedly struck the Bengal coast. This exposes us to the damaging ways we have been treating nature, leaving it vulnerable to its own forces. The aftermath of cyclones, which not only destroy houses
“Trees are the best monuments that a man can erect to his own memory. They speak his praises without flattery, and they are blessings to children yet unborn.” Lord Orrery Shyamal Jana of Chhatradhara, Contai (Kanthi) in East Midnapore district, is on a mission to plant
World Environment Day, started by the UN on June 5, highlights the importance of nature and how it is imperative that we do our part to preserve it. On this day, the community takes part in a variety of awareness-based events to better the environment.
Animals are either deified in our culture or reduced to disdain. There is no in-between. Awareness about animal care is a recent development that should have existed from the beginning. Many diseases spread through animals, of which we are unaware, and they suffer just as
And here is a lush green hamlet tucked amidst the barren topography of red laterite. Who could have ever thought the sprouting of a huge forested land in the middle of nowhere? But that’s what has happened, thanks to a green drive taken up by
Gharial, also known as gavial or fish-eating crocodile Just imagine a green corridor being made for Gharials! We have heard of green corridors that are generally used to transport organs for transplantation or for accident patients in need of trauma care. But for animal transportation! Well,
Biker duo Madhuritu and Arunav The sight of an injured stray dog's pleading eyes or the cruelty of boys kicking barn-born puppies reveals the regular abuse animals endure. From urban poisoning to rural cockfights, humans continue to inflict harm, despite legal consequences. The challenge persists: when
Gangasagar Mela, Gangasagar, West Bengal The depth of the sunrise could not be fathomed across the vast horizon of the river mouth where only throngs of black and white heads can be seen along with a flush of occasional saffron robes, swaying in the chilling wind
Thanks to Alipore Zoological Park, you can now easily become a guardian for any animal or bird of your choice. Though the inception of this initiative dates long back, the process of passively adopting animals is becoming more popular with time. The zoo authority claims