Western Ghats News
Escape into the serene beauty of Kerala's Western Ghats with these 8 breathtaking hill stations, perfect for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and peaceful retreats. From tea-covered hills to misty forests, each destination offers a unique charm and refreshing experience.
These hidden gems takes you through serenes, lesser-known destinations nestled in one of India's richest biodiversity hotspots.
Western Ghats is home to some of the most beautiful hill stations of India which offers lush greenery forests and picturesque views across the ghats along with waterfalls, and is a one of the best places for the Adventure seekers and nature lovers. Here are 7 most popular Hill Stations of Western Ghats:-
‘It is the responsibility of all of us to protect the forest wealth,’ said Rishab Shetty as he spread awareness about forest conseration!
Discover the best of Lonavala, from the serene waters of Pawna Lake to the breathtaking cliff views at Tiger's Leap. Explore prehistoric history at Karla Caves and go on a daring hike at Lohagad Fort. Lonavala provides wonderful experiences, such as the tranquil atmosphere of Bhushi Dam and the magnificent sunsets at Lion's Point.
Explore Karnataka's magnificent waterfalls, including the imposing Jog Falls and the tranquil Abbey Falls. Discover undiscovered beauties like Sathodi Falls and revered waterfalls like Iruppu Falls. Whether it's the smoky beauty of Hogenakkal or the Niagara-like Gokak Falls, these natural beauties provide every traveler with breathtaking vistas and life-changing experiences.
Scientists from the Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) in Pune have recently found two new species of pipeworts in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
The two new species of a plant group known for their varied medicinal properties have been discovered in the Western Ghats which reportedly is one of the thirty-five hot-spots of biological diversity in the world.
The plant group is known as pipeworts (Eriocaulon), which completes their life cycle within a small period during monsoon, exhibits great diversity in the Western Ghats, having around 111 species in India.
Most of these are reported from the Western Ghats and Eastern Himalayas, and around 70% of them are endemic to the country.
The scientists found the new species while exploring the biodiversity of the Western Ghats. They wanted to trace the evolutionary history of the genus Eriocaulon and made extensive efforts to collect as many species as possible from India, especially from the Western Ghats.
Rains continued to wreak havoc in many parts of Kerala with northern hill district of Wayanad experiencing widespread landslides and flooding overnight, forcing thousands of people to take shelter at relief camps, officials said today.
"The city received 319 mm rainfall from May 1 to 28, surpassing the previous record of 287.1 mm set in May 1957 and 178 mm in May 2015.
According to a report published on Tuesday, the newly discovered species that are small enough to sit on a fingernail were there in abundance but had likely been overlooked because of their size.
The new species of wasp is harmless and makes mud nests.
The CPI(M)-led LDF government in Kerala today ordered a magisterial probe into the recent encounter of two Maoists at Nilambur forests in Malappuram district.
Earlier this week, Sindhudurg suddenly shot into the national limelight after it was declared as "cleanest" district in the plains in the country.
Kaas Pathar is spread over a thousand hectares and is situated at an altitude of 1200 meters above sea level.
A flood alert has been issued in many villages of two border districts of Karnataka.
The rare reproductive behavior of frogs was discovered by professor SD Biju and his team from Delhi University.
But sadly the internationally recognized Western Ghats are now facing serious threats from harmful human activities like aggressive logging and mining.
But sadly the internationally recognized Western Ghats are now facing serious threats from harmful human activities like aggressive logging and mining.
The forest fires that started from January this year have raised suspicions of illegal activities in certain areas, Holla said.
These tadpoles, which they claim have ribs, live in absolute darkness, maybe till the time they develop into young frogs.
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