wildlife corridors
Supreme Court's 100-Metre Elevation Rule Threatens 90% of Aravalli Hills Protection: Environmental and Ecological Implications
Dec 03, 2025 07:37 pm CST
The Supreme Court's approval of a new definition requiring 100-metre elevation for Aravalli Hills classification could exclude 90% of traditionally protected areas. Environmental experts warn this decision threatens groundwater recharge zones, wildlife corridors, and climate regulation functions of this ancient mountain range, while the Court has simultaneously ordered comprehensive mapping and halted new mining leases pending a sustainable development plan.
Living with Lions: The Delicate Balance of Human-Wildlife Coexistence in Nairobi
Oct 08, 2025 05:06 pm CST
In Kenya's capital, residents live alongside approximately 2,000 remaining lions, creating both wondrous encounters and tragic conflicts. This firsthand account explores the conservation challenges facing the Kenya Wildlife Service as urban development shrinks wildlife habitats around Nairobi National Park, highlighting the urgent need for better education about predator behavior and sustainable solutions to preserve this unique wilderness while ensuring human safety.