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Supriya Sahu IAS is fascinated by this rare Nilgris plant: Even in harsh summer, its unique leaves can trap and store water to survive

IAS officer Supriya Sahu has brought attention to Hedyotis verticillaris, a rare plant found in the high-altitude grasslands of the Nilgiris. The plant forms leaf rosettes that naturally collect and store water, providing a source of hydration for gaurs and other wildlife.

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A new film turns the spotlight on the elusive purple frog of the Anaimalais in Tamil Nadu

An education series film turns the spotlight on the elusive purple frog of the Anaimalais in Tamil Nadu

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Pellets of Nilgiri tahrs collected during survey to be sent for molecular analysis, DNA repository

The first synchronised estimation of the Nilgiri tahrs in Tamil Nadu and parts of Kerala, which concluded on May 1, will generate DNA repository of the mountain ungulate, besides shedding latest data on its population

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IUCN representative to be an observer in Nilgiri Tahr survey

Tamil Nadu government conducts synchronized survey to remove Nilgiri Tahr from endangered status, focusing on population estimation and conservation efforts.

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T.N. looking to tap into carbon market to fund climate projects: Supriya Sahu

Chennai, Tamil Nadu aims to utilize carbon market to fund climate projects like Wetland Mission and mangrove cover.

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Tamil Nadu, Kerala to count Nilgiri tahrs in a first synchronised survey from April 29

Five months after the launch of the Project Nilgiri Tahr, Tamil Nadu is all set to estimate the population of its State animal.

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Archana Kalyani, IFS, passes away

Remembering the late IFS officer Archana Kalyani, known for her fighting spirit and dedication to environmental conservation.

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Tamil Nadu Forest Department sets up weather monitoring Olive Ridley hatcheries

Chennai Forest Department establishes climate-resilient hatcheries for Olive Ridley sea turtles to enhance survival of hatchlings.

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Ariyalur’s Ramsar wetland Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary attracts nature’s ‘transit passengers’ from all over the world

Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, a Ramsar site, is a haven for diverse flora and fauna.

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Elephant calf rescued from canal, reunited with mother, by T.N. Forest team in Pollachi

Forest Department staff in Coimbatore rescue elephant calf from canal, reunite with mother in risky operation, praised by officials.

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A special fund to save Purple Frog, a ‘living fossil’, in the Western Ghats

Tamil Nadu Endangered Species Conservation Fund established to protect unique Purple Frog and other lesser-known endangered species.

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Tamil Nadu launches AI-based early warning system for preventing elephant deaths on railway tracks

Tamil Nadu launched an artificial intelligence (AI) based early warning system that is designed to save wild elephants from getting hit by moving trains

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Land identified to construct houses for mahouts and cavadis of Kozhikamuthi elephant camp

The Forest Department finalizes place for construction of houses for mahouts and cavadis in Coimbatore district.

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T.N. gets two more Ramsar sites; tops the country with 16 sites

Tamil Nadu now has the highest number of Ramsar sites in India, with two more places designated as such.

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Forest Department prevents visitors from taking over 2 tonnes of single-use plastic materials to Anamalai Tiger Reserve in a year

Proactive steps taken by the Forest Department have prevented visitors from possibly dumping more than two tonnes of single-use plastic materials in places falling under the Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) and popular tourism destination Valparai in the past one year.

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Odisha government seeks urgent deployment of kumki elephants from Tamil Nadu

Odisha seeks Tamil Nadu's assistance in addressing human-elephant conflict by providing trained kumki elephants and mahouts.

The Hindu

Ennore Creek emergency oil spill recovery work completed

Oil recovery & mitigation work in Ennore Creek area completed; 900 people, including local fishermen, involved in cleaning oil ingress in mangroves.

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Two more agencies join oil cleaning efforts at Ennore

Two additional sea cleaning agencies join forces to recover oil from Ennore Creek, deploying machinery & personnel to clean up villages.

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Rains Pound Southern India Ahead Of Cyclone

Rains lashed southern India's city of Chennai on Monday ahead of the landfall of a powerful cyclone, with a crocodile spotted swimming the streets and cars floating away.

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T.N. notifies complete ban on manjha threads

TN govt enforces ban on sale, storage, purchase, import & use of manjha threads due to severe injuries & death of people & animals. Notification issued by Supriya Sahu, Additional Chief Secretary, states contravention of ban will be penalised. 2017 NGT imposed total ban on manjha threads based on PETA…

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Tamil Nadu plans to set up primary animal rescue centres in all districts

TN govt to set up primary animal care centres in each district using MP/MLA funds. Rapid urbanisation driving demand for rescue centres. New centres to be funded by MPLAD/MLALAD. Sea turtle conservation centre in Chennai to be set up at ₹6.30 crore.

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Tamil Nadu, Kerala may join hands to count endangered Nilgiri tahr

TN Forest Dept. proposes protocol to count endangered Nilgiri Tahr population, may use drones. 1st comprehensive census for State animal, to be conducted in Nov & biennial synchronised count with Kerala. Project Nilgiri Tahr aims to study causes of lumpy skin disease & suggest remedy. #TN #Kerala #NilgiriTahr #Conservation

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Tamil Nadu government stops felling of trees for road expansion in Maduranthakam

TN govt stalls tree felling for road expansion in Maduranthakam. 421 trees were to be cut, incl. mature trees over 50 yrs old. Addl. CS to Dept. of Environment wrote to Chengalpattu Collector to stop felling & make alternate proposal. Nizhal's Shobha Menon says urban tree preservation law needed. TN…

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T.N. Chief Minister Stalin launches Green Fellowship programme

CM launches Green Fellowship Programme to provide platform to passionate youth to shape policy on environmental conservation, renewable energy, biodiversity protection & sustainable living. Fellows to receive PG Diploma in Climate Change & Sustainability & ₹60K/month stipend.

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Bellie, of ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ fame, appointed first woman elephant caretaker of Theppakadu camp

Tamil Nadu govt appoints Bellie, of The Elephant Whisperers fame, as first permanent woman elephant caretaker. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin handed over appointment order. Bellie recognized for dedicated service to successful rehabilitation of orphaned elephant calves. Iconic Bellie & husband Bomman inspiring.

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