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Eurasian Otter: A Symbol of Hope for Kashmir’s Rivers

Eurasian Otter: Recently, the elusive Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra) has reappeared in Kashmir’s water bodies after nearly 30 years. Believed to have gone locally extinct due to habitat destruction and pollution, the presence of the otter was recently confirmed when villagers near the Lidder river in Srigufwara in south Kashmir spotted and recorded it. Initially […]

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Lesser Flamingo Migration in Gujarat: Breeding in Rann of Kutch | Flamingos in India

Every year, an amazing natural phenomenon takes place in the western Indian state of Gujarat – the migration of the Lesser Flamingo. Thousands of these beautiful pink birds have recently arrived at Chhaya Talab in Porbandar, beginning their journey to the Great Rann of Kutch, one of the most important flamingo breeding sites in Asia.

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Chenab Rail Bridge: India’s Engineering Marvel and the World’s Highest Railway Bridge

Prime Minister inaugurated the World’s highest railway arch bridge   (Chenab Rail Bridge) over the Chenab River and the Anji Bridge, India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge over the Anji River, a tributary of the Chenab. On June 6, 2025, India unveiled the Chenab Rail Bridge, a monumental feat of engineering that now holds the title of

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