China steps up protection of tigers

Last Updated: Tuesday, July 30, 2013, 20:43

China has finalised two separate agreements with India and Russia to step up protection of tigers and other endangered species, the state-media reported Tuesday.

Illegal wildlife trade linked to terror groups: Natarajan

Last Updated: Friday, July 5, 2013, 19:20

Environment Minister Jayanthi Natarajan said there is evidence that some wildlife crime syndicates are linked to terror groups.

Delhi meet to focus on curbing wildlife crime in South Asia

Last Updated: Wednesday, June 26, 2013, 19:39

Besides driving many endangered species towards extinction, illegal wildlife trade strengthens criminal networks.

India, US join hands to tackle illegal wildlife trade

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 29, 2013, 20:47

India and the US have decided to join hands to tackle illegal wildlife trade, which involves billions of dollars annually.

India joins hands with S Asian neighbours to protect wildlife

Last Updated: Sunday, July 1, 2012, 14:23

Wild animals are killed for the flourishing illegal international trade of their skins, bones, flesh, fur, used for decoration, clothing, medicine and unconventional exotic food.