Established in 1994, the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is the sole legally binding international agreement linking environment and development to sustainable land management. The Convention addresses specifically the arid, semi-arid and dry sub-humid areas, known as the drylands, where some of the most vulnerable ecosystems and people can be found.
Wildlife
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United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification COP-14
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Report on Animal Discoveries by Zoological Survey of India
Get report on animal discoveries by Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Ministry of Environment and Forest. Information about faunal diversity in India and new record from India is given. Details related to new species of animals discovered in India such as species of Cnidaria, species of Arachnida, species of Pisces, species of Amphibia, etc. are available.
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Website of Zoological Survey of India
The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) is the premier taxonomic research organization in India. It was established on 1 July 1916 to promote surveys, exploration and research leading to advancement of our knowledge of various aspects of the exceptionally rich animal life of India.
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Website of PARIVESH
PARIVESH (Pro Active and Responsive facilitation by Interactive and Virtuous Environmental Single window Hub) is a web based, role based workflow application which has been developed for online submission and monitoring of the proposals submitted by the proponents for seeking Environment, Forest, Wildlife and CRZ Clearances from Central, State and district level authorities. It automates the...
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Wildlife sanctuaries and National Parks in Bihar
Details related to wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in Bihar are given by Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC). Information about Valmiki National Park, Bhimbandh Sanctuary, Rajgir Sanctuary, Udayapur Sanctuary, Kaimur Sanctuary, etc. is given. Users can get details on the sanctuaries, their flora and fauna, place to visit, etc.
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Information on national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Mizoram
Information on national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Mizoram is provided by Tourism Department of the state. Users can get information about national parks and wildlife sanctuaries like Ngengpui wildlife sanctuary, Khawnglung wildlife sanctuary, Dampa tiger reserve, etc. Detailed information about the Murlen national park, Tawi wildlife sanctuary, Thorangtlang wildlife sanctuary, etc. is...
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Website of Centre for Ecological Sciences
Get information about the Centre for Ecological Sciences (CES) under the Ministry of Environment and Forests. Users can get information about related to admissions, research activities, courses, projects, information services and ecosystem etc.
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Information on Zoological Survey of India
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) is responsible to promote survey, exploration and research leading to the advancement in our knowledge of the various aspects of the exceptionally rich animal life. Information about ecosytems, protected areas, species status survey, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), remote sensing system, DNA barcoding, Central Entomological Laboratory (C. E. L), Indian...
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Website of National Zoologic Park
The main objective of the National Zoologic Park is to complement the national effort in conservation of wild life. You can get detailed information about the National Zoologic Park. Users can get information related to zoos in the country, plans, achievements etc. Details of grants and assistance given to the zoos in the country are also available.
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Information on Sunderbans Tiger Reserve
Get information on Sunderbans Tiger Reserve in West Bengal. Details related to conservation are provided. Information on census is available. Details related to archaeology and forest management are provided. Information on special projects and constraints are available. Details related to Conservation History are provided. Information on Forest Types is available. Details related to main...
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Action Plan for Project Tiger by National Tiger Conservative Authority
Access to details about action plan for conservation of tigers by National Tiger Conservative Authority (Project Tiger) is given. Users can get information about recommendations for conversation of tigers, institutional mechanisms, protection, international trade in wildlife products, etc. Downloadable action plan is also available.
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Information on Tiger Reserves in India
You can find detailed information related to the Tiger Reserves in India. This information is provided with the help of an interactive map of the National Tiger Reservation Authority. Users can click the name of tiger reserves to get detailed information about the flora and fauna.
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Website of State Forest Research Institute Madhya Pradesh
The State Forest Research Institute in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh aims to focus its efforts on adaptive and applied research programmes for the conservation and development of forests and forestry sector in the state. You can get detailed information about the Institute's campus facilities, research activities, research branches, museum etc.
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Website of Forest Department of Rajasthan
The Forest Department is responsible for the management of forests and wildlife in the state of Rajasthan. Information on various activities undertaken by the department such as forest protection, forest development, wildlife management, soil and moisture conservation, Eco-tourism, research, training, etc. is given. Users can get details related to forest resource, wildlife, Forest...
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Website of Andhra Pradesh Forest Department
Detailed information is provided on the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department. Users can get details related to Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA), Andhra Pradesh Community Forest Management Project (APCFM) Forest, Conservation Act (FCA), social forestry activities, etc. Information about wildlife, production, research, working plans, publications, etc. is...