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Farmers, experts urge T.N. government to divert water from Pandiyar to Moyar river, to solve Erode’s water woes

TN farmers urge govt to conduct study to divert water from Pandiyar river in Nilgiris to Moyar river, to ensure continuous availability of water for irrigation & drinking. 14 TMC of water wasted annually as it enters Kerala & Arabian Sea. Pandiyar-Moyar scheme can solve water problems permanently.

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Man arrested for murder in Udhagamandalam

The Nilgiris district police have arrested R. Jeyaseelan, a resident of Sivasakthi Nagar in Bikkatty, for the murder of a 23-year-old woman at Pathakandy near Yedakkadu in Manjoor police station limits.

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Harmful NSAIDs continue to be sold in pharmacies around vulture habitats in Nilgiris, study finds

Study finds 50% of pharmacies in Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve selling NSAIDs harmful to vultures. Meloxicam, a drug not harmful to vultures, found in abundance in all 6 districts. Vulture population has crashed to less than 1% of 1980s due to use of harmful NSAIDs. Vultures help keep environment clean, but…

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Six-year-old boy killed in accident

: Six-yr-old Ahmed Ali died after car he & family were in plunged 50ft off Udhagamandalam-Hullathy Rd. Ahmed, parents, brother & relatives from Hyderabad were returning after touring Nilgiris. Driver lost control of car on steep bend. Five injured & admitted to hospital.

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Appoint full-time managing director for Nilgiris tea federation Indcoserve, CM urged

NDC urges TN CM to appoint full-time MD for Indcoserve to save small tea-growers in Nilgiris. Small tea-growers have announced a relay fast to draw attention to their plight. Indcoserve, is the only hope for small tea-growers. Debt burden and management issues office buildings have crippled it. DMK govt. had…

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Conservationists call for study after rare spotting of lion-tailed macaques in Nadugani

Conservationists spot endangered Lion-tailed macaque in Nilgiris district, TN for first time. Azad Kamil, founder of Ongil Nature Trust, shocked to see single animal in 2021. British explorers described it as "shy" in 1880's manual. B. Ramakrishnan, Head of Wildlife Biology Dept, Govt Arts College, Udhagamandalam, believes sightings are of…

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Training programme held for anti-poaching watchers

54 ADS & APWs from 12 forest ranges in Nilgiris attended an "ecology & field techniques" training conducted by Keystone Foundation. Topics included basics of evolution, ecology, biodiversity, surveys, bird & snake identification, field equipment & ethics. Practical session to apply knowledge & identify animal tracks & bird signs. DFO…

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Sloth bear trapped in the Nilgiris, relocated

On Tuesday, the Forest Dept. captured and relocated a sloth bear that had been straying into human settlements in the Nilgiris. A cage was placed and the Rapid Response Team monitored the animal. The bear was released in good health in the Mudumalai Tiger Reserve after being checked for injuries.

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T.N. Forest Department to chop down invasive trees in Nilgiris and supply firewood to government tea factories

TN Forest Dept. to supply firewood from invasive species to govt. tea factories, aiding removal of species & helping factories. 15K metric tonnes of wood from wattle trees to be supplied at govt. price. Demand created by supply could expedite removal of trees & help factories become more profitable. Move…

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India an ‘environmental basket-case’, says Ramachandra Guha

Historian Ramachandra Guha says India would be an "environmental basket-case" even without climate change. He compares effects of colonialism in Nilgiris & Garhwal Himalayas, noting proximity to China & religious tourism in latter threaten sustainability.

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Second phase of T.N. BJP leader Annamalai’s yatra to commence from Sept. 3

TN BJP President K. Annamalai's yatra 'En Mann En Makkal' to start from Sept 3 in Alangulam, Tenkasi. 1st phase ends on Aug 28, covering 41 constituencies. 2nd phase to cover Tenkasi, Virudhunagar, Madurai, Theni, Dindigul, Nilgiris & Coimbatore, ending on Sept 27 in Singanallur.

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Lacking waste disposal mechanism, carrot-cleaning units in the Nilgiris attract wild animals into human settlements

Conservationists urge the Nilgiris district administration to manage vegetable waste near human settlements in Nilgiris, as animal deaths attributed to consuming carrot and vegetable waste mount. Improper waste disposal also attracts wildlife into human settlements, increasing risk of human-animal conflict, argue activists and residents.

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Conservationists call for better planning of power infrastructure after death of fourth giant flying squirrel from electrocution in the Nilgiris

Flying squirrels electrocuted in Udhagamandalam, TN; 4 deaths in recent months. Power lines near forests pose risk to wildlife. Conservationists urge govt to move power lines underground in ecologically-sensitive areas to reduce impacts on wildlife. #FlyingSquirrels #Electrocution #Udhagamandalam #TN #PowerLines #Wildlife #Conservationists #Underground #EcologicallySensitive #GreatIndianBustard #BiodiversityHotspot #Government #ReduceImpacts

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At joint meeting, OPS, TTV urge Tamil Nadu government to arrest murder accused in Kodanad case immediately

The political foes-turned-friends, former AIADMK coordinator O. Panneerselvam and AMMK general secretary T.T.V. Dhinakaran, jointly urge the DMK government to fulfil its electoral promise of conducting a through probe into the 2017 murder and heist at former Chief Minister Jayalalithaa’s Kodanad estate in the Nilgiris

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‘Climate change may lead to faster deterioration of rock art sites in the Nilgiris’

Rock art sites in Nilgiris vulnerable to climate change, necessitating long-term monitoring for protection. Iduhatty rock art site has 30 abstract signs/figures. Research from UNC suggests warm/humid weather accelerates weathering. Monitoring programme initiated at Iduhatty, but more support needed. Documenting sites through photos recommended to preserve art.

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National Moth Week observed in the Nilgiris

A total of 26 species of moths were observed across the Nilgiris by students from the Department of Wildlife Biology at the Government Arts College (GAC) in Udhagamandalam throughout the National Moth Week between July 22 and July 28.

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Longwood Shola forest in Nilgiris gets Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy accreditation

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Declare prickly pear at Sigur plateau in the Nilgiris as ‘minor forest produce’: Conservationist

Conservationist suggests harvesting Opuntia, an invasive species, as "minor forest produce" to benefit indigenous communities. Ecologists warn of potential threat to native biodiversity. Processed pads can be used as cattle fodder and fruits consumed. Invasive species require management strategies to prevent limiting foraging areas for ungulates.

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Sometimes it’s alright to let the universe plan your day for you

Monkey in tea, Nilgiris' lush green, no throngs of tourists, no agenda, tea factory, Dolphin's Nose, Lamb's Rock, All Saints Church, Ramachandra Hotel, Sim's Park, gaur in town Coonoor - writer learns to let universe plan day, savour moments. #MonkeyTea #Nilgiris #NoAgenda #Gaur #UniversePlans #SavourMoments

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Oratorical contest to mark World Day for International Justice held

To mark World Day for International Justice, 15 students from Udhagamandalam, Coonoor and Gudalur participated in an oratorical competition at the Combined District Court Complex. District Judge A. Abdul Kadhar inaugurated the event, with President of the Nilgiris District Bar Association, R. Mahadevan, B. Sivakumar (Secretary) and advocates, K. Vijayan…

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Tamil Nadu can use its funds to relocate Thengumarahada inhabitants, says counsel for national CAMPA

The National Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority has informed the Madras High Court of having ₹8,154.84 crore with it as on March 31, 2023, but has expressed reservations over allocating around ₹74 crore for relocating the inhabitants of 500 acres of forest land in Thengumarahada village in Kothagiri…

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Conservationists flay plans to open up Nilgiris’s eco-sensitive Pakkasuran Malai to tourism

: Conservationists shocked by TTDC plan to open eco-sensitive Bakkasuran Malai near Coonoor to tourism. Local biologists fear it will impact rare, endemic species. Conservationists call for responsible tourism, with no roads or buildings in the area. DFO says no formal proposal yet, but staff accompanied tourism minister for inspection.

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To ensure transparency, monitor illegal entries, Nilgiris forest division goes digital with FASTag

As a first step towards going completely digital and ensuring transparency and accountability, the Forest Department recently enabled the FASTag system at the forest checkpost in Doddabetta Peak, for vehicles heading to the popular tourist spot.

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Kotagiri History Group launched in the Nilgiris

kotagiri group launched in the nilgiris

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SPARSH outreach programme held in the Nilgiris

The Headquarters Dakshin Bharat Area organised the SPARSH Outreach Programme for identifying and redressing grievances of pensioners from the Tri-Services (Army, Navy and Air Force, including defence civilian pensioners) of the Nilgiris district.

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