Poaching

One of Asia’s most secretive big cats is fighting for survival as deforestation, hunting and habitat loss push it closer to danger.

International Red Panda Day 2025: Date, history and significance

Red pandas are threatened by dwindling forests, poaching and the illegal pet trade. Their population declined significantly, with less than 10,000 still in the wild.

Meet the World’s Rarest Gorilla: So rare, you may spot it only in these remote forests

Hidden deep within remote forests, one of nature’s rarest creatures quietly survives. Few have seen it, and even fewer understand its secret life. What makes this gorilla so elusive?

Meet Clouded Leopard: One of the most elusive big cats on Earth

The clouded leopard, a mysterious and tree-loving big cat of Southeast Asia, is known for its cloud-like spots, powerful build, and secretive lifestyle deep within lush tropical forests.

Global Tiger Day 2025: Date, theme, history and significance

Global Tiger Day, also known as International Tiger Day, began in 2010. It was created during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit in Russia.

From brink of extinction to revival: Amur leopards making a comeback in Far East Asia after years

Amur Leapords live in the forests of Russia and China. Just a few decades ago, only 25 remained in the wild.

Top 10 most trafficked animals in the World

Wildlife trafficking is a global crisis. From forests to oceans, countless animals are hunted and traded illegally. These animals face extinction as demand for their body parts rises. Let’s explore the world’s most trafficked animals.

India’s Ladakh records World’s highest snow leopard population, study finds

A new peer-reviewed research in PLOS ONE has found Ladakh is home to the world's highest recorded density of snow leopards.

Tragic wildlife loss: Over 280 lions and 456 leopards died in Gujarat in two years, government reveals

The loss of Gujarat’s majestic lions is alarming. The state government confirmed 286 lion deaths in two years.

International Zebra Day 2025: Date, history and significance

Zebras are among nature’s most striking animals. Their bold black-and-white stripes make them stand out in the wild.

Sri Lanka arrests 6 Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in its waters

The fishermen were arrested, and their two trawlers were seized on Monday north of the Delft Island, Jaffna, the Sri Lanka Navy said in a press release.

Sri Lanka arrests 12 Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in its waters

Sri Lankan Navy detains 12 Indian fishermen and seizes their trawlers on allegations of poaching in the island nation's waters, according to an official statement on Sunday.

Infosys alleges unfair employee poaching by Cognizant, sends missive to the firm

The standoff with Cognizant comes at a time when both Infosys and Wipro are battling a tough business environment coupled with senior management attrition.

Unacademy snaps up Aakash veteran Anurag Tiwari to head offline classes division

Tiwari, an educator with over 18 years of experience, was with Byju's-owned Aakash for more than 13 years, serving as its National Academic Director

India lost 329 tigers in 3 years, including 29 due to poaching: Govt

According to data presented by Union Minister of State for Environment Ashwini Kumar Choubey in Lok Sabha on Monday, 96 tigers died in 2019, 106 in 2020 and 127 in 2021.

Poachers kill 2 rare white giraffes in Kenya's sanctuary

While the Kenyan Wildlife Service is investigating the case, the incident brings to fore the larger challenge wildlife conservationists face from poachers

Won't destabilise each other's biz: Cyril Shroff on split

In an exclusive interview to CNBV-TV18, Cyril Shroff said his new firm Cyril Amarchand Shroff will be the largest firm in India on the day it launches, with over 580 employees.

Apple, Google reach new deal to end US suit over poaching

Plaintiffs accused Apple, Google, Intel Corp and Adobe Systems Inc in their 2011 lawsuit of limiting job mobility and, as a result, keeping a lid on salaries. The case has been closely watched because of the possibility of big damages being awarded

Private banking hamstrung by people poaching

Within Asia, the top approach to recruitment by far is poaching from rivals, according to data from a PwC survey of private bankers. The current talent shortage is considered the biggest barrier to achieving growth plans for the next two years.