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Economic Times
5 days ago
- Economic Times
Watch: Wild elephant nearly tramples tourist trying to click its photo in Karnataka's Bandipur National Park
Synopsis A tourist from Kerala narrowly escaped a charging tusker in Bandipur National Park after exiting his vehicle to photograph it eating tomatoes. The elephant reacted aggressively, attempting to trample him. Forest authorities are searching for the injured man to gather more information about the incident, which has sparked online criticism regarding irresponsible behavior in protected wildlife areas. According to officials, the man—reportedly from Kerala—had stepped out of his vehicle to photograph an elephant eating tomatoes. A tourist in Bandipur National Park had a close brush with death after a wild tusker charged at him on Sunday along the national highway passing through the forest in Gundlupet taluk, Chamarajanagar district. According to officials, the man—reportedly from Kerala—had stepped out of his vehicle to photograph an elephant eating tomatoes. The act provoked the animal, which lunged at him, attempting to trample him. The tourist managed to escape with injuries. Forest authorities are now trying to trace him to confirm his identity and gather more details. A video of the incident, shared by The Times of India , drew sharp criticism online. — TOIBengaluru (@TOIBengaluru) "Why is anyone outside their vehicle on this stretch? There are hundreds of signboards saying no parking, no feeding, no photos. Yet people act like it's a zoo," one user wrote. Another remarked, "We've already encroached on their land and disturbed their peace. The elephant was still kind, especially during the Ganesh festival season." Others called the man's actions reckless, with one user saying, "In a reserve forest, you have no right to be out in the open. He got what he deserved."Meanwhile, the Karanataka Forest Department has secured approval to capture and relocate yet another wild elephant that has been terrorizing residents of Narasimharajapura taluk for months. Nine trained elephants from the Bandipur and Nagarahole tiger reserves will be deployed for the rescue operation, which is expected to begin on Monday. The tusker, estimated to be around 25 years old, has been wandering through villages including Dwaramakki, Kote Bailu, Guddadmane, Malali, Neralekoppa, Halandooru, Gandhigram, Banagi, and Madboor, damaging crops such as arecanut, coconut, and banana, and uprooting irrigation pipelines. According to locals, the animal has even ventured into villages during the day, sparking fear among schoolchildren, the elderly, and farm workers. Villagers from Badagabailu, Nerekoppa, and Alanduru petitioned the department to move the elephant to a distant forest. A report by the Deputy Conservator of Forests, Koppa, confirmed that the lone tusker prefers roaming in private lands rather than staying in the forest, posing a constant threat to public safety and livelihoods.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Watch: Wild elephant nearly tramples tourist trying to click its photo in Karnataka's Bandipur National Park
— TOIBengaluru (@TOIBengaluru) Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A tourist in Bandipur National Park had a close brush with death after a wild tusker charged at him on Sunday along the national highway passing through the forest in Gundlupet taluk, Chamarajanagar to officials, the man—reportedly from Kerala—had stepped out of his vehicle to photograph an elephant eating tomatoes. The act provoked the animal, which lunged at him, attempting to trample him. The tourist managed to escape with authorities are now trying to trace him to confirm his identity and gather more details.A video of the incident, shared by The Times of India, drew sharp criticism online."Why is anyone outside their vehicle on this stretch? There are hundreds of signboards saying no parking, no feeding, no photos. Yet people act like it's a zoo," one user remarked, "We've already encroached on their land and disturbed their peace. The elephant was still kind, especially during the Ganesh festival season."Others called the man's actions reckless, with one user saying, "In a reserve forest, you have no right to be out in the open. He got what he deserved."Meanwhile, the Karanataka Forest Department has secured approval to capture and relocate yet another wild elephant that has been terrorizing residents of Narasimharajapura taluk for months. Nine trained elephants from the Bandipur and Nagarahole tiger reserves will be deployed for the rescue operation, which is expected to begin on tusker, estimated to be around 25 years old, has been wandering through villages including Dwaramakki, Kote Bailu, Guddadmane, Malali, Neralekoppa, Halandooru, Gandhigram, Banagi, and Madboor, damaging crops such as arecanut, coconut, and banana, and uprooting irrigation pipelines. According to locals, the animal has even ventured into villages during the day, sparking fear among schoolchildren, the elderly, and farm from Badagabailu, Nerekoppa, and Alanduru petitioned the department to move the elephant to a distant forest. A report by the Deputy Conservator of Forests, Koppa, confirmed that the lone tusker prefers roaming in private lands rather than staying in the forest, posing a constant threat to public safety and livelihoods.
Time of India
03-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Elephant causing panic in NR Pura taluk to be relocated
Chikkamagaluru: The forest department obtained permission to rescue and relocate another wild elephant creating panic among the residents of Narasimharajapura taluk. Nine captive elephants from elephant camps in Bandipur and Nagarahole tiger reserves will be pressed into action. The authorities are likely to launch the operation on Monday. The department granted permission to capture and relocate the tusker that is causing damage to farmers' properties and endangering public safety in the villages of Dwaramakki, Kote Bailu, Guddadmane, Malali, Neralekoppa, Halandooru, Gandhigram, Banagi, and Madboor in Narasimharajapura. The elephant has been wandering in the villages, causing increased trouble, for the last five months. It has destroyed crops like arecanut, coconut, and banana in the farmers' fields and damaged the pipelines installed for agriculture by uprooting or trampling them. According to the villagers, recently, the elephant entered the village even during the day, creating an atmosphere of fear for schoolchildren, villagers, the elderly, and agricultural workers, making them afraid to venture out. The trouble caused by this lone elephant has increased, said villagers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like TV providers are furious: this gadget gives you access to all channels Techno Mag Learn More Undo The villagers and farmers of Badagabailu, Nerekoppa, and Alanduru villages in Narasimharajapura taluk requested the department to capture the elephant and release it into a distant forest, according to the report submitted by the deputy conservator of forests, Koppa. According to the forest officials, the tusker is believed to be about 25-years-old and is roaming alone in the private lands during the day rather than staying in the forest. Besides damaging the farmers' crops, the elephant's presence near villagers' homes has caused public fear. In addition, efforts will be made to drive the elephant out of the areas of Melpal, Kanuru, and attinamane using captive elephants. If it returns, a request will be submitted to capture it, said an officer. A few days back, the department captured a sub-adult elephant near Balehonnur. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Global Stock Exchanges Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality in Landmark Series Leading into Pride Month
For approved photos from Amsterdam, London and Toronto: click here WASHINGTON, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the lead-up to Pride Month in June, nearly 15 stock exchanges around the world made history in May by participating in a first-of-its-kind international series of 'Ringing the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality' events. Held between May 13 and May 23 in advance of Pride Month celebrations around the world, these ceremonies were aligned with the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), and served as a bold and unified call for renewed focus on LGBTIQ+ economic inclusion and empowerment. The bell ringings, organized by the Sustainable Stock Exchanges Initiative in partnership with United Nations agencies, Koppa: The LGBTI+ Economic Power Lab (Koppa), and a growing coalition of LGBTIQ+ advocates and corporate partners, took place in major financial centers worldwide. Events were hosted by stock exchanges in Toronto, London, Australia, and Mexico — with nine Euronext exchanges also joining from Amsterdam to Paris. Exchange bell ringings will continue to occur through the month of Pride, including in Brazil. 'This was more than symbolic,' said Fabrice Houdart, co-founder of Koppa. 'These global bell ringings marked a collective stand for dignity, equality, and the fundamental economic rights of LGBTIQ+ people. As Pride Month begins, these events are a powerful reminder that the private sector has both a responsibility and an opportunity to lead.' A Global Signal for Inclusive Economies Amid a growing wave of federal government efforts to roll back corporate support for diversity and inclusion, the bell ringings highlighted the business community's resilience — and its determination to stand firm in its values, in the face of continued pressure to abandon long-held business practices of inclusion The events drew attention to alarming statistics: same-sex relationships are still criminalized in 66 countries, and more than half the world's economies lack workplace protections for LGBTIQ+ people. Discrimination continues to limit access to jobs, capital, and leadership, with the World Bank noting that sexual and gender minorities are significantly overrepresented among the world's poorest populations. For more background, read the remarks UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk delivered on May 16, 2025 to observe the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Elevating Visibility, Accountability, and Action The bell-ringing events also amplified the relevance of the UN Standards of Conduct for Business, which more than 400 companies have signed since 2017 to guide inclusive practices. Advocates emphasized the need to move from pledges to practice. 'True leadership is showing up — consistently, globally, and unapologetically,' said Houdart. 'We're calling on companies to bring LGBTIQ+ inclusion into every layer of their operations — not just during Pride Month, but year-round.' The initiative also underscored the persistent lack of LGBTIQ+ representation in corporate leadership. Fewer than 1% of board seats globally are held by openly LGBTIQ+ individuals, and only three openly LGBTIQ+ CEOs currently lead Fortune 500 companies. Yet studies show diverse leadership delivers stronger business outcomes and more inclusive workplace culture. By ringing the bell, exchanges, investors, and business leaders across continents sent a resounding message: visibility must lead to structural change — and the time to act is now. About KOPPA Koppa's mission is to unleash global LGBTI+ economic power through knowledge, financing, and connection, changing systems to create a more equitable future. We focus on innovation and bring the power of our broad networks, our understanding of the ecosystem, and hands-on experience in expanding economic opportunities for LGBTI+ people. For more information visit, For more information on the 2025 Ring the Bell for LGBTIQ+ Equality events, visit the Sustainable Stock Exchanges (SSE) Initiative site: Contact:Ben Finzel, ben@ Zeke Stokes, zeke@
