cobra capital of india

Agumbe, a village in Karnataka's Western Ghats, is known as the 'cobra capital of india' due to its high king cobra population and rich biodiversity. The Agumbe Rainforest Research Station studies and conserves these snakes, deeply rooted in local culture. The community's reverence for cobras aids conservation efforts, promoting peaceful coexistence and habitat protection.

Agumbe, Karnataka, also known as the "cobra capital of india," is a small village nestled in the Western Ghats. It is renowned for its high snake population, especially the iconic king cobra. The Agumbe Rainforest Research Station studies these snakes, highlighting their ecological importance in controlling other snake populations and maintaining biodiversity.

The fifth largest brewer in the world, Molson Coors is buying 51% stake in Cobra India, making it a lateentrant into one of the fastest growing beer markets in Asia.

India's diverse ecosystems, from the Western Ghats to the Himalayas, support a rich snake population, with states like Kerala, Karnataka, and Uttarakhand known for their snake diversity. Central and North-Eastern India also harbor significant snake populations, leading to frequent snakebite incidents, particularly in rural areas. Conservation efforts and safety measures are crucial for peaceful coexistence.

North American beer giant Molson Coors Brewing Company may step in to buy a majority stake in Cobra Beer India, as its founder Lord Karan Bilimoria attempts to rescue his floundering beer interests in the country.

The Indian-origin entrepreneur is considering the sale of his multi-million pound Cobra Beer empire. The company's sale is expected within the next three years.

Indian entrepreneur Lord Karan Bilimoria has put Cobra, the beer company he founded 18 years ago, up for sale for an estimated 200 million pounds.

In an indication of how there is increasing conflict between man and members of the reptilian kingdom possibly due to shrinking space in forests and other environmental factors, the forest department has rescued over 250 reptiles, including cobras and rat snakes, from several localities in the state capital in the past three months.

India boasts a rich snake diversity across its states. Regions like Kerala, Karnataka, and the North-Eastern states are snake hotspots. This abundance leads to significant snakebite risks, especially in rural areas. Understanding snake habitats and adopting safety measures are crucial for human-snake coexistence. Conservation efforts and community education play a vital role in managing these encounters.

Venomous snakes, including king cobras, have been discovered near Mount Everest, signaling a concerning ecological shift. Experts attribute this unusual migration to rising temperatures in Nepal's mountainous regions due to climate change. This poses threats to both wildlife and human communities, highlighting the urgent need for climate action and increased awareness of biodiversity changes.

A panel of top business honchos discussed the possible sectors which could boost the process of industrialization in order to enhance the all-round growth of Bihar.

India now has another achievement it should not be too proud of - it has the highest incidence of snake-bite deaths.

The Jharkhand government is planning launch an all-out-war against People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI), identified as the second-biggest internal security threat after CPI (Maoists) in the state, before Durga Puja.

India celebrates 17 national symbols representing its heritage, culture, and values. Key symbols include the Tiranga flag, the Ashoka Chakra emblem, the Jana Gana Mana anthem, and the Vande Mataram song. Natural symbols like the Lotus flower, Banyan tree, Bengal tiger, Peacock, and Mango add to India's rich identity. These symbols unify and instill patriotism.

As more and more youngsters are claiming to be snake rescuers across the state, the forest department on Monday announced it would streamline and validate these rescuers besides institutionalising the practice of snake rescue.

Four rebels allegedly belonging to the People's Liberation of Front of India (PLFI) were detained in a district police and CRPF's Combat Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA) joint operation on Monday.

The government has set up PM's global advisory council to tap the highly skilled and well-placed overseas Indian community.