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GIR FOREST NEWS
Gir lion cubs’ deaths: No Babesia parasite trace found, says forest minister
June 05, 2026 8:04 pm
Modhwadia says 12 out of 17 lions in quarantine have been released, and the remaining are recovering
Lion cub deaths in Gir: Gujarat forest minister says situation under control, no new casualties in 3 days
May 31, 2026 5:10 pm
After eight lion cub deaths linked to suspected Babesia infection in Gir, Gujarat Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia visited the Jamwala Rescue Centre and Jasadhar Animal Care Centre in Gir Somnath district
Lions, leopards, and now a ‘groom’ tiger: Inside Gujarat’s plan to become the only home to 4 big cats
May 15, 2026 3:27 am
Gujarat is positioning itself as a major big cat conservation hub with an expanding Asiatic lion population, reported tiger movement after 33 years, and preparations underway for a future cheetah habitat in Kutch’s Banni grasslands.
Gir lioness launches a live hunt in front of a tourist jeep, video goes viral
May 13, 2026 10:53 am
The lioness attacks the cow by its neck, overpowering it, while the tourists are stunned by the incident.
Reading paw prints, saving villages for Rs 15k a month: How forest trackers in Gir keep their eyes, ears open for lions
January 17, 2026 1:01 pm
The 200-odd forest trackers under the Gujarat Forest Department form a critical link in the lion conservation story in Gir as they feed almost real-time information on the animals’ movements, and even prevent them from being run over by trains.
Sudden appearance of red-faced monkeys near Gir: Officials begin capture, but origin of animals yet unclear
December 19, 2025 7:03 pm
Former State Board for Wildlife (SBWL) member and wildlife photographer Bhushan Pandya had flagged the issue to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel
2025 Lion census shows 32% population rise: Why Asiatic lion’s future can’t be secured by numbers alone
May 23, 2025 9:34 am
From under 200 in the 1960s, the population of Asiatic lions has grown to nearly 900 in 2025. To continue this success story, the big cats now need more quality forest habitats away from human settlements.
How Gujarat counted its Asiatic lions: 35,000 square km, 11 districts, 3,000 people
May 21, 2025 1:29 pm
Population of Asiatic Lions rises to 891 in Gujarat; CM Patel releases data of 16th Lion Census
Asiatic lion census to be carried out in Gujarat from May 10 to 13
April 22, 2025 7:37 am
The first phase will include observation for 24 hours. Then there will be a 24-hour gap. And again there is observation for 24 hours
Why a proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone around Gir forest is facing protests
October 10, 2024 6:44 pm
Leaders of both the ruling BJP and opposition parties like the AAP have protested against the proposed ESZ around Gir. What led to the protests and why are ESZs declared? We explain
GIR FOREST PHOTOS
From river rafting to scuba diving: You must try these adventure activities this summer
May 18, 2019 11:40 am
Planning to enjoy some adventure activities this summer? Then you have reached the right place. These places across the country are sure to make your vacation full of fun!
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