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Wild bear dies at Bannerghatta Biological Park

Wild bear dies at Bannerghatta Biological Park

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The carcass of a wild bear that died in Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT A wild bear aged about two years which was rescued from a snare in Tumkur Forest Range and brought to Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) for treatment has died. Officials said that the bear was brought to BBP for treatment on February 28. “We regret to inform that the bear passed away last night (March 8) without responding to treatment. Postmortem examination revealed myocardial infarction of heart and liver septicemia,” BBP said. Tigeress with her newborn cubs in Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT BBP also announced the birth of six tiger cubs. “A tigress named Hima aged six years gave birth to her second litter with four cubs on February 14. She gave birth to her first litter in June 2024. Both mother and cubs are healthy and are doing well,” BBP said. It added that another tigress named Arunya aged eight years gave birth to two cubs on February 16 . …

Two college students drown in temple pond near Bannerghatta | Latest News India

Two college students drown in temple pond near Bannerghatta | Latest News India

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Two college students allegedly drowned while swimming in a pond near Bannerghatta on Saturday evening, police officers aware of the matter said on Sunday. Police have registered a case of unnatural death and launched an investigation. (Representational image) The victims, identified as Deepu (21) and Yogeshwar (20), were students at SFS First Grade Degree College in Hebbagodi police station limits. Police said that the incident took place when a group of five friends, on their way back from a visit to Bannerghatta National Park, stopped at a temple pond for a swim. “While returning from Bannerghatta, the five-member group entered the temple pond,” said Bannerghatta police inspector M Krishna Kumar. “Deepu was the first to get into the water and attempted to swim, but he started struggling. Yogeshwar jumped in to the pond to save him, but both drowned in the process.” The incident took place around 5pm. With efforts made by local villagers and rescue personnel, the bodies were recovered only around 8pm. “The victims were residents of Garebavipalya and had gone on a …

Watch: Video of Leopard Leaping At Safari Bus At Bannerghatta National Park Goes Viral

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Last Updated: October 07, 2024, 23:33 IST According to officials, the incident occurred on Sunday during a safari when the driver pulled up to get a closer view of the wildlife. (Photo: X/anil_lulla) A video of the thrilling moment which has now gone viral on social media platforms showed the animal not only trying to climb up, but also peeking at the terrified passengers through the window of the vehicle A leopard safari at Bannerghatta National Park near Bengaluru turned quite adventurous for a group of tourists after a big cat suddenly leaped at the window of their bus, leaving them stunned. A video of the thrilling moment which has now gone viral on social media platforms showed the animal not only trying to climb up, but also peeking at the terrified passengers through the window of the vehicle. Later, the feline tried to jump on top of the bus. However, the driver started moving the vehicle slowly forward and the creature returned to its habitat. According to officials, the incident occurred on Sunday during …

Gadkari has assured alignment of Bengaluru Ring Road will be altered near Bannerghatta Forest: CM Bommai

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After a meeting with Nitin Gadkari, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai told the media persons that the Union Minister has assured that the alignment of the Satellite Township Ring Road (STRR) — Bengaluru Ring Road — will be changed near Bannerghatta. Earlier, there was a proposal to build the road in the forest area by building an elevated corridor of 7 km and the State government had raised strong reservations about the project as it impacts the wildlife of the National Park. CM said, ”The State Wildlife Board had taken a stand that the proposed road should not go via the forest area. The minister has agreed to alter alignment resulting in increased project cost. The road goes via the periphery of the forest area.” The CM said 4-lane construction of Shiradi Ghat will commence from March and design is getting ready for building a tunnel network in the long run. The issue of prohibiting entry of heavy vehicles on Peenya Flyover came for discussion, Mr. Gadkari instructed the officials to take up the rectification works …