World Wetland Day -Tamil Nadu Team 02.02. 2026 celebration
02.02. 2026
World Wetlands Day 2026 was commemorated through a one-day workshop on “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future” organized by the Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), Karaikal, at the Department of Zoology & Wildlife Biology, A.V.C. College (Autonomous), Mayiladuthurai.
Mangrove Exposure Visit | 8–9 February
8th & 9th February
Community members from Sahapur Village, actively engaged with NEWS in wetland restoration and biodiversity conservation, participated in a two-day mangrove exposure visit to the Sundarban on 8th and 9th February,2026. A total of 25 participants, including members of the Poribesh Bondhu community group of Sahapur, local women and school students, took part in this enriching initiative organised by NEWS in partnership with Axis Bank Limited.
INVITATION TO CSOs & NGOs Join the “Investing in Nature” Forum — Driving Sustainability Through Partnerships
11-June-2025
INVITATION TO CSOs & NGOs Join the “Investing in Nature” Forum — Driving Sustainability Through Partnerships Date: 11th June 2025 Venue: Taj Taal Kutir, Kolkata Time: 9:00 AM onwards
Workshop on Reducing Waste Generation: Innovative Solutions for Managing Plastic Waste in Tourism
27th January 2025
Join the Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) on January 27, 2025, at The Ornate Hotel, Guwahati, for a workshop focused on reducing waste through prevention, recycling, and reuse, with a special focus on plastic waste from tourism. Part of the IKI-BMUV supported Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project (LLBCP), the event will showcase innovative waste management strategies and inspire action towards a sustainable, cleaner future.
Success and Challenges of Community-led Ecotourism, Youth Leadership, and Climate Literacy
23rd Dec - 2024
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), partnering with Terre Des Hommes (TDH) is organizing a Learning, Sharing and Dissemination Workshop on Climate Resilient Coastal Communities: "Success and Challenges of Community-led Ecotourism, Youth Leadership, and Climate Literacy" on the 23rd December 2024 at Udayachal Tourism Property, DG Block, Sector II, Salt Lake, Kolkata
Greetings from Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS)
13th - 16th Nov - 2024
We take this opportunity inform that NEWS is going to participate in the 11th Edition of India and Sustainability Standards (ISS), an International Dialogue and Conference, scheduled on the November 13-15, 2024, at the India Habitat Centre
South Asia Youth Summit on Climate & Sustainable Development
11th - 14th Nov - 2024
Youths across the world play a pivotal role in the climate action movement, with their energy, creativity, and passion fueling transformative change and strengthening resilience against growing environmental threats. The upcoming South Asia Youth Summit on Climate and Sustainable Development seeks to harness this potential by gathering young leaders from diverse regions, including Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
MEAL framework,24
15th to 20th-Jul-2024
To develop a comprehensive 5-year strategy supported by a robust #MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) framework, Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) has assigned “EcoNiche” - a consulting organization, to facilitate the entire process. Following EcoNiche's thorough situation analysis and SWOC (Strengths, Weaknesses,
NEWS observes #NationalFishFarmersDay with the Community!
10-Jul-2024
On 10th July 2024, Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized an event at Sumatinagar Fish Feed Mill Centre, in Sagar Islands of Sundarban. With 38 enthusiastic participants from Matsyakanya Farmers Interest Group (FIG) and Kalpataru Farmers Interest Group (FIG), the event featured discussions on selection of ideal fish species for fish culture,
We are at Organic Haat, New Town
7th to 8th- Jun-2024
Day one of Safe Food Festival - Banglar Joibo Kotha started. Mission Clear - Promote Responsible Production and Responsible Consumption Day 2 of "Safe Food Festival - Banglar Joibo Kotha" has already started. Interactive sessions on indigenous seeds, experts discussing on safe food and safe health,
World Environment Day
05-Jun-2024
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), under #IKI- #livinglakesbiodiversityandclimateproject (#LLBCP), observed #WorldEnvironmentDay on the 5th of June 2024 at Deshbhakta Tarun Ram Phukan ME School, near #DeeporBeel, Guwahati. The students, school staff, members of local community and members from women groups engaged in different livelihood activities under the project, actively took part in a plantation programme.
“Protecting Our Shelled Guardians: Youth Pledge for Sundarban Turtles”
23-May-2024
To mark the occasion of “#WorldTurtleDay" Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized an online event on the 23rd May 2024 to educate and raise awareness among the youth members of the eco-club of #Sundarban about the essential role played by turtles to maintain the ecosystem, the threats they face globally, and the need to protect and conserve their population.
A three-day training programme on “Post-Harvest Management (Preservation & Processing) in Brackishwater Aquaculture” was jointly organized by ICAR – Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE),
29th-April-2024 to 1st-May-2024
A three-day training programme on “Post-Harvest Management (Preservation & Processing) in Brackishwater Aquaculture” was jointly organized by ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Kolkata Centre and Nature Environment & Wildlife Society
The German Delegates’ visit the International Climate Initiative (IKI)-Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project (LLBCP) at Deepor Beel, Assam
27th-April-2024 to 4th-May-2024
As a part of their trip from 27th April 2024 to 4th May 2024 to visit the various #InternationalClimateInitiative (IKI) projects being implemented in North East India, a distinguished team of five German delegates - Taina Dyckhoff, Head of Division for Climate and Environment, German Embassy, New Delhi;
Professor K. Kathiresan visited the mangrove restoration project sites of NEWS in Karaikal
24-Apr-2024
Professor K. Kathiresan, a eminent scientist in the field of mangrove ecology, visited the mangrove restoration project sites of NEWS in Karaikal, Puducherry Union Territory, and Mayiladuthurai, Tamil Nadu, on April 22nd and 23rd, 2024. The project team, led by Ms.
On April 22nd, 2024, Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) celebrated #EarthDay at Sharda Sahayak Pariyojna Inter College in Girjapuri
22-Apr-2024
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), the implementing partner of the #internationalclimateinitiative (IKI) – BMUV supported #livinglakesbiodiversityandclimateproject, observed Earth Day at Deshbhakta Tarun Ram Phukan M. E. School, Chakardo, Guwahati on 22nd April 2024.
“Empowering Women Through Handloom Weaving: Skill Development for Sustainable Livelihoods”
3rd to 5th-April-2024
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society, under the #internationalclimateinitiative (IKI) - #livinglakesbiodiversityandclimateproject (LLBCP), organized a three-day capacity building programme on “Cultural Handloom Weaving” from 3rd to 5th April 2024 at the Community Hall in Keotpara Azara, Guwahati, Assam.
Inheritance” unfolds at the Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata
04-Apr-2024
"Inheritance” - a photography exhibition on Nature and Wildlife, organized by Nature Environment & Wildlife Society, taking place at Central Gallery of the #academyoffineartskolkata, was grandly inaugurated on the 4th of April 2024 at 05.00 pm. The inauguration was graced by the presence of distinguished guests. Dr. Dhriti Banerjee, Director of the #zoologicalsurveyofindia, adorned the event as the chief guest.
World Water Day
22-March-2024
Every year, #WorldWaterDay is observed globally on 22nd March to raise awareness about the importance of conserving water resources and advocate for its sustainable management. Focusing on the theme for this year’s edition “'Leveraging Water for Peace”, Nature Environment
Trash to Treasure- Global recycling day
18-March-2024
The #GlobalRecyclingDay, observed annually on the March of 18th, aims to raise awareness and encourage people to take action to reduce waste. Throughout the world, this day brings together individuals, organizations, and governments to promote sustainable practices. The theme for this year’s edition
4th IKI-India networking workshop in Delhi
06th to 7th-Mar-2024
On the 6th and 7th of March 2024, the IKI-India Interface project organized the 4th IKI-India networking workshop in Delhi. The event was jointly coordinated by “giz” and “The Energy and Resource Institute (TERI)”. Delegates from German Ministry and representatives from 24 IKI-India projects participated in the workshop.
5-day capacity-building programme on “Food Processing and Preservation”
04th to 8th-Mar-2024
In an effort to strengthen the #resilience and build #selfreliance of the local community of Sundarban, particularly women, Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized a 5-day capacity-building programme on "Food Processing and Preservation."
Women’s Day- recreational field tour
27th-29th Feb-2024
To mark the occasion of “#InternationalWomensDay2024”, Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized a program cum recreational field tour for all the NEWS team members from the 27th of February 2024 to the 29th of February 2024 at Lataguri,
Three Months Certificate Course” for the students on “FOREST AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
14 - Aug - 2024 to 15 - Nov - 2024
The Centre for Environmental Studies (CES), Vidyasagar University, in association with Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), Kolkata, under the Centre for Continuing and Adult Education (CCAE),
NEWS is organizing a series of strategic workshops from 15th to 20th July 2024 for developing a comprehensive 5 – year strategy supported by a robust MEAL framework
15-July-2024
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) has assigned “EcoNiche” - a consulting organization, to facilitate the entire process of developing a comprehensive 5-year strategy supported by a robust MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) framework.
Participated in workshop organised by the Forest Department & WWF India
16-Oct-2023
On the occasion of World Wildlife Week 2023, Mr. Abhishek, Project Manager at Nature Environment & Wildlife Society, delivered a pivotal talk at the workshops organised by the Forest Department & WWF India in Valmiki Tiger Reserve (Divisions 1 and 2)
Workshop on “Understanding the dynamics of mangrove restoration in the eastern coast of South India” at Seagulls, Karaikal Beach Resort
09-Oct-2023
On September 29, 2023, Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized a workshop on “Understanding the dynamics of mangrove restoration in the eastern coast
Stakeholder’s consultation workshop on “Synergies for Sustainable Cities: Identifying Collaborative Actions to Mitigate Waste Management Issues” in Guwahati
27-Sept-2023
Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) under the ‘Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project’ (LLBCP) has organised a stakeholder’s consultation workshop on
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), in technical collaboration with the Department of Forests, Govt. of West Bengal organized a two-day National Symposium on “Building synergies for healthy mangroves and robust value chain around the mangrove ecosystem in Sundarban’’.
09-Aug-2023
On 26th & 27th July 2023, Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS), in technical collaboration with the Department of Forests, Govt. of West Bengal organized a two-day National Symposium on “Building synergies for healthy mangroves and robust value chain around the mangrove ecosystem in Sundarban’’.
NEWS organized a day-long stakeholder consultation workshop in Guwahati, Assam, on ‘Low-cost Bio-mechanical remediation to improve the water quality in the Pamohi River
22-Jul-2023
Deepor Beel, the only Ramsar site of Assam and a Wildlife sanctuary, faces several serious threats. The city sewerage that flows through the Pamohi River into Deepor Beel is one of these threats. Bioremediation has been widely recommended as an effective treatment method for contaminated water bodies
A training session was conducted on 11th June 2023
07-Jul-2023
A training session was conducted on 11th June 2023 for field personnel who are working on Human-Elephant Conflict along with the Forest Department in the North Bengal landscape in the project entitled "Securing a Sustainable Future for Elephants in Some Protected Areas of North Bengal" at Dolly Inn, Siliguri. Mr. Andreas Mark, President
Community members of Karaikal, monitoring the mangrove saplings planted over 6 hectares.
04-Jul-2023
Community members of Karaikal, Puducherry are enthusiastically nurturing and monitoring the mangrove saplings planted over 6 hectares. They check the growth and survival of the saplings. Quadrants have been marked in the site which helps gather data on the growth and survival of mangrove saplings.
From the 16th to the 17th of May, NEWS organized a capacity-building session
03-Jun-2023
From the 16th to the 17th of May, NEWS organized a capacity-building session on Backyard Poultry Farming the under the Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project at the Government Poultry Farm, Birubari. Dr Nayanjit Deka, Manager, Govt. Poultry Farm, and Dr Irshad Ali, Pathologist, Govt. Poultry Farm, conducted the training sessions. A total of 49 participants, from the Deepor Beel area, were trained on the various aspects of poultry farming such as farm management, disease prevention and control through proper vaccination, artificial incubation etc. Alternatives livelihoods like BYPF help reduce the dependency on the natural resources of Deepor Beel while also introducing a supplementary mode of income for local communities.
🦦 World Otter Day 🌏🦦
31-May-2023
World Otter Day brings awareness to the 13 otter species around the world. Otters are the perfect environmental indicators. As they are at the top of the food chain and live in a variety of habitats, their presence means that the ecosystem is healthy and thriving. Otters in Southeast Asia are facing multiple threats, including poaching for the pet trade and habitat destruction. NEWS has been working in the Indian Sundarbans towards Otter Conservation. Supporting wetland conservation and restoration efforts is one way you can help save otters and their precious ecosystems.
NEWS working as a Supporting Organisation (SO), conducted a training program with the Srinarayanpur Water User’s Association (WUA) In the WBADMI project,
31-May-2023
In India, more than 70% of the population depends on agriculture for their livelihood. India’s grain production has steadily increased due to advances in technology. However, postharvest loss is at a 10% constant. Losses during storage account for around 6% of the
‘Policy Planning Transboundary Dialogue for Bluer, Greener & Inclusive Growth in the Sundarban through an Ecosystem-Based Approach’
29-May-2023
On the 24th of May, Ajanta Dey, Joint Secretary and Programme director of NEWS, was a panelist for the workshop on 'Policy Planning Transboundary Dialogue for Bluer, Greener & Inclusive Growth in the Sundarban through an Ecosystem-Based Approach' jointly organised by World Bank, Vivekananda International Foundation, and Bangladesh Institute of International and Strategic Studies in Delhi. Shri Bhupender Yadav, the Hon'ble Union Cabinet Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Labour and Employment made the inaugural speech. Ms Dey was part of a panel which discussed 'Ecosystem-based approaches and adaptive spatial planning to meet climate change challenges' in the context of the Sundarban.
Training program on ‘Child Protection and Gender Sensitivity’
29-May-2023
Child protection and Gender sensitivity are two important and sensitive topics for any organization working in today’s world. A two-day training program was conducted by Nature Environment and Wildlife Society on 'Child Protection and Gender Sensitivity' for the employees of the organisation on 19th April and 20th April, 2023. 22 participants were present in the training program. The resource person for the training program was Ms. Jagati Bagchi. Ms Bagchi discussed the acts of India regarding child protection and gender sensitivity and generated awareness in the employees on the same through discussions, interactive sessions and group activities. She discussed the POCSO act and e
NEWS team in Guwahati participated in a cleanliness drive around Deepor Beel
28-May-2023
On 13th of May 2023, the NEWS team in Guwahati participated in a cleanliness drive around Deepor Beel to create awareness about waste management and disposal. The drive was organized by the Guwahati Wildlife Division under “Mission Life” in collaboration with the National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM), Chennai, an autonomous Centre under MoEF&CC, held at Deepor Beel. Pachariya Kushal Konwar High School of Kamrup District and Midway Journey, an NGO, also participated in the event. Around thirty-five kilograms of waste was collected in an hour. The students and participants were briefed about the pollution problems in Deepor Beel and its remedial measures through adopting a change in lifestyle and a proper waste disposal plan. Altogether 50 participants attend the event.
NEWS team in Karaikal organised a seminar on the importance of Mangroves and Turtles.
27-May-2023
Awareness is the first step in any conservation effort. Over the course of three weeks, in March, the NEWS team in Karaikal organised a seminar on the importance of Mangroves and Turtles. 270 students from Anna Arts and Science College, Avvair College of Women
The community members of Chandirapadi Village visit the mangrove plantation site
27-May-2023
The community members of Chandirapadi Village, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu visit the mangrove plantation site of 10.5 hectares. 5 quadrants have been marked in different locations within the plantation site. Every Saturday, community members visit the site to observe the growth of the mangroves and their survival rate.
On the International Day for Biodiversity,was commemorated by the Eco-clubs of Hingalganj,
26-May-2023
The International Day for Biodiversity, on the 22nd of May, was commemorated by the Eco-clubs of Hingalganj, Sagar Island and Kumirmari through a survey of the biodiversity that can be found near their villages. This was followed by an activity where the children mapped the food web and food chain based on their observations. Eco club members were introduced to eco mantras which promote environment-friendly habits. They pledged to adopt one habit in their daily life and spread the message to generate awareness in their local community and protect local biodiversity.
On International Day of Biodiversity and World Turtle Day, the NEWS team held awareness programs
23-May-2023
o commemorate International Day of Biodiversity and World Turtle Day, the NEWS team in Guwahati held awareness programs with the students of two schools: 33 No. Primary School Chakardo and Chakardo Desh Bhakta Tarunram Phukan Middle English School. A total of 72 students were present for these celebrations. The NEWS team delivered 2 sessions- one focusing on the role of Biodiversity and its importance to the students and the second focusing on the Diversity, conservation and ecological role of Turtles. The students enjoyed the presentations and the discussions which took place. At the end of the session, students took a pledge to work towards the conservation of Deepor Beel.
A tree plantation program on International Day of Biodiversity,
22-May-2023
To commemorate International Day of Biodiversity, the NEWS team organized a tree plantation in Karaikal. Representatives from the Aapda Mitra team (Disaster Management and Rescue team) and representatives from the Fisheries Department of Karaikal along with the NEWS team planted 50 trees along the main road to the fisheries harbour to restore the natural green landscape of the area.
🐢🐢Turtles are known to be a fisherman’s friend
15-May-2023
Turtles are known to be a fisherman’s friend as they symbolize a thriving fishing population. The Fishery Department of Karaikal along with the NEWS team in Karaikal is rekindling this relationship between the local fishermen and the sea turtles who frequent these beaches to promote turtle conservation. 40 fishermen from 10 different fishing villages of Karaikal attended this awareness programme on turtle conservation on the 19th of April, 2023. The Program was organized in the training centre of the Fisheries Department at Kalikupam, Karaikal. The fishermen were briefed about the importance and threats to the turtles on the Karaikal coast along with mitigation measures which may be taken to control the mortality of turtles. The fishermen also responded positively. This Training and Awareness campaign was published in various local and national newspapers.
World Migratory Bird Day!
13-May-2023
Today is World Migratory Bird Day! Water is essential to all life on our Planet. The theme this year focuses on preserving our wetlands and aquatic systems which is fundamental for all Migratory birds. Virtually all migratory birds rely on water at some point during their life cycles. But water and aquatic ecosystems are threatened by Habitat loss and fragmentation, Pollution and Climate change. Water management is key to sustainable development and vital for bird conservation.
Educational Tour in the Andaman Islands by Eco-club members
11-May-2023
A 4-day exposure visit to Andaman was held from 27th April to 30th April under the supervision of Nature Environment and Wildlife Society and in collaboration with Terre des Hommes. A total of 12 members of the West Bengal Youth Network participated in this educational visit arranged by ANET - Andaman Nicobar Environment Team and Dakshin Endeavours . Through this experiential
Fish feed training sessions organized by Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS)
25-Apr-2023
Nature Environment & Wildlife Society (NEWS) organized training sessions on the production of fish feed on the 11th and 12th of April at Kakdwip Research Centre, CIBA. Three farmers from Matsyakanya Badaban Farmer’s Interest Group (BFIG) participated in this training program. The main topics were fish feed production, fish culture and fish feed.
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