Supriya Sahu IAS is fascinated by this rare Nilgris plant: Even in harsh summer, its unique leaves can trap and store water to surviveIAS officer Supriya Sahu has brought attention to Hedyotis verticillaris, a rare plant found in the high-altitude grasslands of the Nilgiri...
01 Jun, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
Meet one of nature’s rarest ‘joyful’ creatures spotted in the Western Ghats. Internet calls it a 'beauty'A rare Nilgiri Marten, described as one of nature's happiest creatures, was recently spotted in the Western Ghats. This endemic species, kn...
13 May, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
Why do tigers rest for 16–20 hours a day? IITian-IFS officer shares fascinating explanation.Tigers need long rest periods for survival. IFS officer Himanshu Tyagi explains this is due to energy conservation. Tigers understand calor...
09 May, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Nilgiris wildfire scorches 5,000 acres as crews battle blaze on foot amid high windsA major wildfire has engulfed thousands of acres in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district for over ten days. Over 500 personnel are battling the f...
28 Apr, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Looks like a real painting but they are India's rare forest that capture clouds. You can even trek to magical landscapesDiscover the enchanting Shola 'sky islands' in India's Nilgiris, a breathtaking landscape of evergreen forests nestled in the Western Ghats...
31 Mar, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
10-hour drive from Bengaluru, national park is reopening this week where you can spot the endangered Nilgiri TahrEravikulam National Park reopens on April 1 after a two-month closure for Nilgiri tahr breeding. Visitors can explore the park's landscapes...
30 Mar, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
Anand Mahindra's next watchlist pick is a movie that reminds him of his Ooty school daysAnand Mahindra is captivated by 'Nilgiris: A Shared Wilderness,' a documentary that showcases the beauty and conservation needs of the Nilg...
12 Aug, 2025, 05.54 PM IST
PM Modi goes on jungle safari at Bandipur Tiger Reserve in Karnataka"PM @narendramodi is on the way to the Bandipur and Mudumalai Tiger Reserves," Office of the Prime Minister tweeted, with the picture of hi...
09 Apr, 2023, 01.08 PM IST
For rich & young, charity begins in the wildFor wildlife conservators who believe that conservation without money is plain conversation, here’s some good news. Rich, young Indians hav...
25 Aug, 2021, 06.29 AM IST
Meet the wildlife photographer from Bengaluru who doubles as city tour guideKartiki Gonsalves is constantly shuttling between the quiet solitude of the jungle and city chaos.
11 Apr, 2018, 10.03 AM IST
Ailing leopard brought to Chennai's Vandalur zoo for treatmentA leopard that was rescued from the Nilgiris south forest division on Sunday was brought to Vandalur zoo in Chennai on Wednesday morning fo...
08 Jul, 2015, 11.27 AM IST
- Electric fences kill more tuskers in Tamil Nadu than poachers
Electric fences are wreaking havoc in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, killing four tuskers in the last six months.
24 Mar, 2015, 01.33 PM IST
- Survey finds 198 bird species in Megamalai Wildlife Sanctuary
The first ever bird survey carried out in Megamalai Wildlife Sanctuary has recorded 198 bird species, including 26 migratory bird species.
21 Jan, 2015, 01.44 PM IST
With 26 direct sightings, recent tiger census brings cheer to wildlife activistsWith 26 tigers having been directly sighted in the Nilgiri hills, including the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve (MTR), the All India Tiger Census 2...
23 Dec, 2013, 12.28 PM IST
- India set to count its tigers beginning Monday
The third synchronized all India tiger census that is held once in every four years will begin on Monday.
16 Dec, 2013, 07.58 AM IST
50 illegal resorts in elephant habitatAt least 50 illegal holiday resorts are located close to reserve forests that serve as elephant habitats in the Nilgiris, activists said on...
19 Nov, 2009, 04.21 AM IST
- Munnar to see record tourist turnout on ’kurinji’ bloom
Munnar, which is jostling with Kumarakom for the premier sub-brand position within the Kerala tourism brand.
15 Sep, 2006, 03.52 AM IST