International Big Cat Alliance Summit postponed following rescheduling of India-Africa Forum Summit

May 22, 2026 10:56 AM

International Big Cat Alliance Summit postponed following rescheduling of India-Africa Forum Summit

The first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit, originally scheduled to be held in New Delhi on June 1, has been postponed following the rescheduling of the Fourth India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS IV), the government said on Thursday. The summit was planned alongside IAFS IV, considering the significant role of African nations in global big cat conservation efforts. Several African countries are home to major big cat species and are key partners in biodiversity protection, ecological sus...

India to host first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi in June

May 6, 2026 7:28 PM

India to host first International Big Cat Alliance Summit in New Delhi in June

India will host the inaugural summit of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) in New Delhi on June 1 and 2, bringing together global leaders, conservationists and policymakers to strengthen international efforts for the protection of the world’s seven big cat species. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday launched the official website and logo of the summit, describing the event as a major step towards enhancing global cooperation in wildlife conservation. ...