Western Ghats
River Runs Red
This book investigates the damage human beings have done to the Western Ghats.
A solo traveller’s dream destination
The aromatic gum from the pine has romanticised the whole setting, bringing back memories of various Kollywood and Mollywood movies.
Fascinated by beauty of flora
Nirupa Rao has collaborated with two eminent botanists for a book, where 75 of her illustrations have been used.
Save Western Ghats from demolition men
In 2011, the committee had advised a total ban on mining and quarrying in the ecologically sensitive zones of the Western Ghats.
Death by water: Anatomy of a disater
The contention of ecologists, including myself, is that damages to ecology will exacerbate the fallout from natural disasters.
Planning a road trip down South India? Here's what to explore
Pack your bags and hit the road.
5 things to know about the Neelakurinji in Kodai
The first settlers of Kodaikanal are believed to have used the Neelakurinji blooming cycle to calculate their age
Maharashtra among 5 states warned of ‘flash floods’ by Centre
IMD indicates that 'heavy to very heavy rainfall' is likely at a few places and at isolated places over Konkan, Goa from June 7-12
Quick getaway places in Maharashtra to beat the heat this summer
These hill stations are quick getaway destinations from hustle and bustle of city.
A needless tragedy
The government too must formalise trekking, and make it mandatory for groups to use seasoned foresters as guides before going on hilly terrain.