Our Profile
founded in 1991, is a conservation NGO based in Kolkata, India.
Our primary focus is to conserve wildlife, ecology, natural resources and sustainable
livelihoods for an improved environment. NEWS is a name of conviction in the conservation
circle through its work, passion and dedication. We work for a better future where
scientific research, knowledge dissemination, community engagement and policy advocacy are
put together to achieve sustainable development. In this fast changing world, conservation
is a continuous process where new challenges emerge every day. There is no such milestone in
conservation which can be achieved once and for all. However, the process must adjust to
social, economic, environmental and scientific advancements. We believe that without
community’s empowerment and participation no amount of effort can sustain any threatened or
vulnerable ecosystem, livelihood or natural resources. NEWS is managed by a Governing Body
comprised with a pool of dynamic people from allied professions. The Governing Body is
supported technically by Advisory Board and Ethical Committee. NEWS is registered under
Registration of Societies West Bengal Act XXVI of 1961 (Registration No. S/68835 of
1991-92). NEWS is also registered with Foreign Contribution Regulation Act 1976
(Registration No. 147120614) under Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India to receive
foreign funds from international donors. The society holds 80G of Income Tax Act, 1961 where
any donation is liable for tax deduction as per rule. Details of our yearly audit are stated
in the Annual Reports which is available in Report section under Publication.
