The Government of Nagaland on March 14, 2024, notified the Nagaland Tourism Policy, 2024. In order to implement programmes of the infrastructural development, strengthening promotion and marketing efforts and generating tourism awareness to the general public, and promote Nagaland as sustainable, community-centered tourism, preservation of diverse culture and its natural …
A massive wildfire that has charred the northwest edge of Yosemite National Park in California has sent smoke into a scenic and previously unaffected area, obscuring views of popular landmarks on Saturday for tourists who visited the area. The smoke from the fire, which broke out two weeks ago, spread …
With successful implementation of phase-I of Integrated Coastal Zone Management Project (ICZMP), Odisha has been selected for phase-II of the project by the Union ministry of forest and environment (MoEF), according to state officials here. Chief secretary Mr Jugal Kishore Mohapatra chaired a meeting here today to discuss the preparations …
Tiger conservationist Belinda Wright has slammed the idea of large-scale tourism in the Sunderbans, saying "it would be a complete disaster". The Sunderbans, the world's largest mangrove forests, houses the endangered Royal Bengal tigers. The West Bengal government has evinced keen interest in developing eco-tourism parks in the Sunderbans. "Large …
Tiger conservationist Belinda Wright has slammed the idea of large-scale tourism in the Sunderbans, saying "it would be a complete disaster". The Sunderbans, the world's largest mangrove forests, houses the endangered Royal Bengal tigers. The West Bengal government has evinced keen interest in developing eco-tourism parks in the Sunderbans. "Large …
Taking cognizance of air and noise pollution at Rohtang Pass, the National Green Tribunal has said an expert committee should be set up to submit its report after a spot visit. The committee shall consist of secretary (forests), director (tourism), chief conservator of forests, Mandi divisional commissioner and an ecology …
Three tigers die in a week under mysterious circumstances; total 32 deaths in two-and-a-half years; all in the forests of Corbett, a showpiece of tiger conservation. Who is targeting the tiger?
Eco-tourism policy was aimed at informing and sensitising the general public and related government departments towards ecotourism. The Punjab government has planned a major eco-tourism initiative and it will cultivate the land to be brought under the eco-tourism plan by working out modalities with the forest and wildlife department. Stating …
The annual plan for 2013-14 for Jammu and Kashmir has been fixed at Rs 7,300 crore. This was finalised today at a meeting between Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission Montek Singh Ahluwalia and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. Apart from the plan outlay, Rs 600 crore would be considered for …
One of Asia's biggest wetlands, Keshopur Chamb, is set to get a fresh lease of life with the Punjab Government sanctioning Rs 8.10 crore for its revival. The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has already finalised technical bids following which the process of financial bidding has started. The wetland, …
State is not averse to allowing 'green resorts' Karnataka would soon bring out a new eco-tourism policy aimed at decongesting tourism hot spots and attract private investments. Vinay Luthra, CEO, Karnataka Eco-tourism Development Board (KEDB), said the proposed policy is being finalised as per the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) …
Karnataka wants to avoid over-dependence on tiger reserves and is planning to develop its reserve forests to promote sustainable eco-tourism. Speaking at a conference on formulating guidelines for eco-tourism policy, Vinay Luthra, CEO, Karnataka Ecotourism Development Board, said “Karnataka which is a leader in eco-tourism in the country through Jungle …
Jaipur: To promote Jhalana Forests as an eco-tourism park, the forest department has proposed a 30km safari route. “There is a proposal for eco-tourism at Jhalana that would encompass trekking, overnight camping, bird watching and nature camps for tourists as well as students. It is estimated to cost Rs158 lakh. …
Beginning Wednesday the South Division of the Nilgiris Forest Department will operate special package tours to promote eco tourism in some of the scenic spots under its control. This follows the growing reputation of the areas as ‘must visit’ places. Speaking to The Hindu here on Tuesday, the District Forest …
NEW DELHI: More than half of common plants and one third of the animals could see a dramatic decline this century due to climate change, according to research published today in the journal Nature Climate Change. Researchers from the University of East Anglia looked at 50,000 globally widespread and common …
Project launching ceremony of eco-tourism promotion, wetland conservation, drainage enhancement in Addu City and Fuahmulah has been held yesterday Traders Hotel. This Project is funded by the Climate Change Trust Fund (CCTF) implemented by the World Bank and Government of Maldives with the grant aid from European Union (EU) and …
On paper, it is an open-and-shut case. Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Ltd (KIOCL), a public sector undertaking (PSU), mined the rainforests of Kudremukh in Karnataka till 2005 when a ban on mining operations imposed by the Supreme Court came into effect. The company was ordered to remove its infrastructure and …
Apreliminary analysis of the Kasturirangan-chaired report of the high level working group (HLWG) shows that the recommendations, if implemented, would release thousands of acres of eco-fragile land along the Western Ghats for ‘development’ which was previously demarcated as eco sensitive zones (ESZ) by the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (WGEEP). …
Excerpts From The Supreme Court’s Judgment Ordering The Translocation Of Lions From Gujarat To Madhya Pradesh APPLICATION FOR INTERVENTION IS ALLOWED We have been called upon to decide the necessity of a second home for Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica), an endangered species, for its long term survival and to …
The State has four major tiger reserves, six national parks and 36 wildlife sanctuaries, which adds up to 15,732 sq km. MUMBAI, APRIL 11: For the long-term sustenance of forests across Maharashtra, the State government has decided to adopt the eco-tourism model that has been implemented in the Tadoba-Andhari tiger …
Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Ltd (KIOCL) proposing to enter the eco-tourism sector using its existing infrastructure at Kudremukh is suspicious and should not be allowed, said Wild Cat - C and Bhadra Conservation Trust office-bearers. Opposing KIOCL's proposal, Environmentalists Shridevi Hulikere, D V Girish and State Wildlife Board Member S …
