Pleased to chair the Directors' Meet, Looking Back to Lead Forward, at the Animal Taxonomy Summit 2026 in Kolkata. The session brought together institutions that trace their origins to the Zoological Survey of India and the Asiatic Society for a meaningful brainstorming on convergence in research, collaboration, and biodiversity conservation.
By breaking silos and working together, we can inspire the next generation and strengthen India's scientific and conservation ecosystem.
#AnimalTaxonomySummit #ATS2026 #Biodiversity
@PMOIndia@byadavbjp@moefcc@ZoologicalI@ansigoi@FisherySurveyOI@ICAR_CMFRI@IndianMuseumKol@bsi_moefcc@asiatic_society@wii_india@IIfmBhopal
Honoured to deliver the Valedictory Address of #AnimalTaxonomySummit2026 at Kolkata. Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, India has shown the world that economic growth and environmental protection can thrive together. #MissionLiFE
The Hackathon commenced with an auspicious Invocation Ceremony, with a traditional sloka, followed by the Felicitation of the esteemed guests. With innovation, collaboration, and creativity at the forefront, the journey begins.
Join us for the ZSI WED 2026 Celebration as we take a step towards a greener tomorrow.
📍 Venue: New Alipore
🗓️ Date: 5th June
⏰ Time: 7:30 AM
Be part of the Awareness Rally featuring exciting activities like placard competition, sapling distribution, and plantation drive. #ZSI
On the occasion of the 70th birthday of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji and the 45th anniversary of the Art of Living movement, visited Guruji’s Ashram in Bengaluru and had the privilege of seeking his divine blessings.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji has inspired millions across the world through his message of peace, mindfulness, compassion, and human values. The Art of Living movement has played a remarkable role in promoting spiritual well-being, stress-free living, and social harmony across communities and nations.
Praying for Guruji’s good health, long life, and continued guidance in spreading the message of peace and humanity.
Dr. Dhriti Banerjee, Director, #ZSI greeted the Hon’ble Chief Minister, West Bengal, Shri @SuvenduWB. The meeting precedes tonight's Interaction-cum-Dinner at Kolkata, a special initiative to foster collaboration and exchange views between the State Government and Cntrl Gov off.
On June 1 and 2, under the aegis of International Big Cat Allaince, an initiative spearheaded by PM Shri @narendramodi ji, over 400 global stakeholders will deliberate on ways to bring big cat conservation into the mainstream of national development agendas.
🔗https://t.co/W7IjCXwE8t
The Lotus blooms in West Bengal!
The 2026 West Bengal Assembly Elections will be remembered forever. People's power has prevailed and BJP's politics of good governance has triumphed. I bow to each and every person of West Bengal.
The people have given a spectacular mandate to BJP and I assure them that our Party will do everything possible to fulfil the dreams and aspirations of the people of West Bengal. We will provide a Government that ensures opportunity and dignity to all sections of society.
@BJP4Bengal
सिक्किम ने पूरे देश को दिशा दिखाई है। 10 साल पहले ही सिक्किम ने पूरे राज्य को ऑर्गेनिक स्टेट घोषित कर दिया था। यहां का Organic और प्राकृतिक खेती का मॉडल पूरे देश के लिए प्रेरणा है। 🌱 🇮🇳
~ माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी
#Sikkim#Gangtok#MissionLiFE@byadavbjp@moefcc
12,000-Year-Old Fossil Bed Found in Thoothukudi!
Following torrential rains in 2023, the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) conducted a field survey at the request of the Thoothukudi administration. The assessment has confirmed a newly discovered Holocene fossil bed dating back 8,000–12,000 years.This important find enriches India’s Quaternary fossil record and provides valuable insights into the country’s ancient wildlife, environment, and climate.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has commended ZSI for its swift and exemplary scientific response in safeguarding the nation’s natural heritage.
#FossilDiscovery #Thoothukudi #ZSI #Palaeontology
@moefcc@byadavbjp@ZoologicalI@MIB_India@PIB_India
At the request of the Thoothukudi administration in Tamil Nadu, @ZoologicalI conducted a field survey of fossil sites exposed by torrential rains in 2023.
The assessment confirms a newly discovered Fossil Bed dating back to the Holocene period (8,000–12,000 years), which significantly enriches the Quaternary fossil record of India. This discovery is important because it helps us better understand India’s ancient wildlife, environment, and climate.
@moefcc commends ZSI's swift and exemplary scientific response in safeguarding India's natural heritage.
जो कहा सो किया!
2013 में गुजरात के मुख्यमंत्री के रूप में श्री @narendramodi जी ने Great Indian Bustard (घोराड़) को बचाने का संकल्प लिया था।
2026 में गुजरात में ग्रेट इंडियन बस्टर्ड (GIB) का चूजा देखा गया है।
पशु हो या पक्षी, इस धरती पर मौजूद हर जीव को बचाने के लिए प्रधानमंत्री मोदी जी के अथक प्रयास अकल्पनीय और प्रेरणादायी हैं।
A milestone in Indian taxonomy!
In a remarkable development, Zoological Survey of India has announced the discovery of two new species of Lichen moths.
The discovery of Caulocera Hollowayi and Asura Buxa are vital contribution to the documentation of India’s moth biodiversity. Research into evolutionarily significant and lesser-known groups like Lepidoptera is essential for understanding ecosystem functioning and air pollution indicator species of Indian Himalaya. This success underscores the necessity of sustained taxonomic efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Himalayas.
I congratulate all the lepidopterists who have worked for the discovery.
@ZoologicalI
https://t.co/R5Lt2tJ3PJ
The Annual Flower Show at AJCBIBG Howrah was inaugurated by Dr. Dhriti Banerjee, Director, ZSI along with Prof. VMSR Murthy, Director IIEST and other dignitaries. This year's show based on #Sustainability via the #LiFE initiative.
Visit before Feb 5! #ZSI#BSI#FlowerShow
MoEFCC has directed States to impose a complete ban on granting any new mining leases across the entire Aravalli Range, stretching from Delhi to Gujarat.
#AravalliIsSafe
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 — 𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒚𝒖𝒔𝒉 𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝑰𝑫𝒀 𝑫𝒊𝒂𝒓𝒚📓
A powerful daily video update leading up to International Day of Yoga 2025!
𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩’𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙄𝘿𝙔 𝘿𝙞𝙖𝙧𝙮❓
🧘Inspiring messages from Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
✅Daily motivation from the Ayush Minister
🌍 A glimpse into yoga activities across the globe
🧘♀️Insightful tips to make yoga a way of life
👌And the best part? YOU can be a part of it too!
So tell us — What are YOU 🫵 planning for IDY 2025?
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: 𝗶𝗱𝘆𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻@𝗴𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺
Let’s walk this path of transformation together — with yoga at the heart of it all!
#IDY2025 #YogaForOneEarthOneHealth #InternationalDayofYoga2025 #InternationalDayofYoga @PMOIndia@narendramodi@mpprataprao@secymoayush@mdniy@ccrhindia@CCRAS_MoAyush@DirectorCcryn@mygovindia@PIB_India@MIB_India@PIBAYUSH@DDNewslive@DDNewsHindi@AIRNewsHindi@airnewsalerts@AIIA_NDelhi@ANI@PTI_News@MyGovHindi@uniindianews
Inaugurated Vantara, a unique wildlife conservation, rescue and rehabilitation initiative, which provides a safe haven for animals while promoting ecological sustainability and wildlife welfare. I commend Anant Ambani and his entire team for this very compassionate effort.
PM Shri @narendramodi ji chairs the 7th meeting of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) at Sasan Gir in Gujarat on #WorldWildlifeDay, underscoring the government's unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation.