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Actress Rakul Preet Singh sparked a massive controversy as she was allegedly seen walking casually inside the restricted area of the gir national park, raising questions about the forest rules.

India is set to establish its third satellite launch centre in Gujarat, with a site identified near Gir Somnath district. This move, following consultations with IN-SPACe, aims to bolster the nation's growing space sector. Gujarat is also developing a space park and a private satellite manufacturing plant, positioning the state as a key hub.

gir national park's survival hinges on its seven perennial rivers, with the Hiran River being its primary lifeline. These water sources sustain the park's rich biodiversity, from the Asiatic lion to over 2,300 species. Dams on four rivers ensure water availability, crucial for the delicate ecosystem despite facing natural and human-induced threats.

From April 1, 2012 to January 15, 2013, the gir national park recorded an income of Rs 3.86 crore in entry fees. The annual income from April 1, 2011 to March 31, 2012 was Rs 3.9 crore.

A viral video from gir national park captured a dramatic face-off between a lioness and a male lion. The lioness bravely challenged the male's dominance, showcasing her strength and determination. This rare encounter highlights the complex social dynamics and mating rituals of Asiatic lions.

gir national park, the only home to Asiatic lions, will remain closed for tourists during the monsoon season owing to the breeding of wild cats and conservation efforts being undertaken at the sanctuary, forest officials said.

gir national park is one of those places that offers distinct winter safari experiences in India. Home to Asiatic lions, one can opt for morning safaris for a quiet, misty atmosphere, which is also ideal for birdwatching, or evening safaris that is all about dramatic lighting and increased animal activity. One can pick any, and if facing any confusion, read on to find out which will be the best option for you.

gir national park in Gujarat will be closed for four months for the visitors from June 16 on account of monsoon and protected area management initiative by the forest department.

gir national park, the only home to Asiatic lions, will remain closed for tourists in monsoons on account of the breeding season of the wild cats.

gir national park, the only home to Asiatic lions, which closed for tourist from Saturday saw a overall tourist growth of 41 per cent.

Gujarat high court on Monday directed the state government and forest authorities concerned to place a report before it on whether the desilting of Singhoda dam has affected the forest and wildlife in the gir national park.

After PM Narendra Modi launched Project Lion on Independence day to conserve lions and their habitat, the Union forest ministry is set to mandate that Gujarat expand the gir national park area by at least 1,000 sq km from the existing 258.71 sq km.

The forest department has constructed 150 artificial water points for lions outside the Gir sanctuary in an effort to provide them relief from the scorching heat.

A recent study has found crucial differences in the activity levels and patterns of Gir's lions compared with those at Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. One reason for this is the close proximity in which the Indian big cats live with humans

The villagers staying on the periphery of gir national park and Mitiyala are worried these days as a poisonous scorpions.

A seven-year-old lioness has died due to a snake-bite at the Sayna Vasiya village in the Una range of the gir national park.

As per the last population estimation of Asiatic Lions, the density of lions in gir national park and Sanctuary is 13.38 individuals per 100 sq km, while the density of wild prey base there is 11,023 individuals per 100 sqkm.

Gujarat government may soon get central assistance for the conservation of lions in Gir.

The forest department, taking the death of a lioness in Una range seriously, has plans to propose a ban on the use of barbed wire fencing in and around the gir national park.

The king of the jungle has conquered new territories. About one-third of the Saurashtra region has been marked as Asiatic lion-inhabited areas by the state forest department.

The lion kingdom is expanding — the count of Asiatic lions is 523 according to the census concluded last week — but no steps are in place to conserve the precious big cats.

Asiatic lions in Gujarat's gir national park exhibit higher activity levels compared to their African relatives. They remain active for about 37% of their day, hunting, feeding, and patrolling. Human proximity has influenced these behavioural adaptations, with lions adjusting their routines to avoid human conflicts and incorporating livestock into their diet.

The Gir Sanctuary and National Park - the only abode of the Asiatic lions - has lost 240 lions over the past two years. These deaths account for nearly 36% of Gir's lion population, necessitating stepping up of the state's wildlife conservation efforts.

Two days after the environment ministry gave its final approval to Ambardi lion safari at the gir national park in Dhari, a PIL on Thursday challenged the project before Gujarat high court.