Asian Elephant

Himachal Pradesh sees unprecedented November temperatures, with Solan and Dharamshala hitting record highs. The state also faced a historic October rainfall deficit. IMD predicts continued dry weather till November 9.

Following the deaths of 10 elephants, MP suspended senior forest officials for negligence. CM Yadav announced a state-level task force to improve human-elephant coexistence, including solar fencing and agroforestry efforts.

Ten elephants died mysteriously at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, prompting an investigation. Authorities suspect toxic Kodo crops. The emotional impact is profound, as a lone survivor mourns. A Special Investigation Team is probing the incident.

According to the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), a staggering 1,160 elephants were killed in the country due to non-natural causes over the a decade, till December 31, 2020.

India’s 2022–23 Elephant Census shows a 20% population decline, with infrastructure projects and habitat loss driving severe regional drops, especially in Kerala.

Elephants are smart animals with strong feelings and they often work together. In India's Bengal area, scientists found that elephants buried five baby elephants