The wild elephants typically retreat deep into the forest once the monsoon intensifies. However, this year, the herds have stayed near human habitations due to a scarcity of food and water deeper in the woods
A research team has discovered the Agasthyamalai Bushfrog in the high-elevation shola forests of Devikulam, near Munnar, extending the species’ known distribution by more than 120 km northwards. Until now, the species was thought to be confined to the Agasthyamalai Hills south of the Shencottah Gap
DFO Saju Varghese says proceedings under Section 61A of Forest Conservation Act will be completed within one week; owner of vehicle says Forest department did not provide any assurance during meeting regarding its return
Thirty-two teams will participate in the penalty shootout tournament — 16 from Idukki district and the rest from other districts