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South Africa's Drakensberg grasslands still look the same, but farmers say droughts, heatwaves, and disease are quietly changing what the land can supportDrought and heatwaves are decimating sheep flocks in South Africa's Drakensberg mountains, threatening the livelihoods and cultural identit...- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- Operation False Target: How Russia plotted to mix a deadly new weapon among decoy drones in UkraineRussia is producing hundreds of decoy drones and deadly thermobaric drones at a secretive factory to overwhelm Ukrainian defenses. The deco...
- Solastalgia & doomism: Brace yourself for the new climate lingo that's here to boggle the mind'Firenados', for example, occur when searing heat and turbulent winds rise above out-of-control forest fires.
- Himachal to prepare baseline data of high altitude eco-system under SECURE
- On a running high: The most-challenging marathons around the worldClub your vacation with a run along some of the iconic backdrops of the world.
- Go trekking with the kids! Dodital in Uttarakhand promises to be an enchanting getawayLet a child’s imagination soar by trekking with them to these exotic locales.
- Three close-to-home quick getaways for the extended weekendsTake your kids to Vansda National Park in Surat. The deciduous forest area is nestled in the Western Ghats of Sahyadri range.
- Spend the weekend amidst nature, plan a quick trip to Auli, Uttarakhand or Valparai in Tamil NaduET-Travel suggests you take a casual day off at work to make the most of an extended weekend in coming months. Here's where you can head to.
- Uttarakhand Chief Minster Harish Rawat for separate ropeway corporationWith a view to consolidate infrastructure along Chardham yatra route, Rawat has said a separate ropeway corporation will be set up.
- India's support helped remove the Turkish jetliner: Nepal"It is a very good demonstration of how we can come to each other's assistance in times of need," Rae said today.
- India's support helped remove the Turkish jetliner: Nepal"It is a very good demonstration of how we can come to each other's assistance in times of need," Rae said today.
- Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport reopens after runway clearedFlights today resumed from Nepal's only international airport here as it reopened four days after a Turkish jet skidded off its runway.
- A trek at Coorg's highest peak or sight-seeing at Pithoragarh: What's your pick for a quick getaway?Tourists often compare Pithoragarh to Kashmir. This captivating town located in Uttarakhand has fascinating forests around it.
- 20 gm bird braves human invasion, climate changeIt’s the mass of humanity against a frail bird, weighing all of 20gm. The bird’s home in high-altitude grasslands has been made fragile by ...
- Enjoy India’s cooler locales this summerSip tender coconut water and snack on seafood. Whatever your choice of vacation, this is the apt time to pack up and get going.
- Snows of Kilimanjaro fascinate everyoneThe Europeans first discovered Kilimanjaro in 1848 and the notion of having snow on the equator was hard to believe.
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