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Stakeholders miffed as plea for better connectivity to Somanathpur is ignored

Mysuru's iconic 13th century Keshava temple is India's official nomination for UNESCO World Heritage tag, yet connectivity to it remains poor. Local guides have repeatedly called for improved transport links and cross-promotion of the temple, to no avail. Poor road quality and lack of direct bus service from Mysuru, plus…

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Vietnam’s wild elephants get unique ‘ID cards’ in novel conservation plan

Conservationists use visual data from camera traps to create individual ‘ID cards’ for Vietnam’s elusive elephants.

Al Jazeera

Refuge sought for Nagas fleeing Myanmar conflict

The Naga Hoho, the apex body of all Naga tribes, has asked the Nagaland government to ensure shelter, safety, humanitarian support, and medical facilities for Nagas coming from conflict-hit Myanmar.

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Greater Visakha Citizens’ Forum appeals to VMRDA to not sell 13.5 acres of land near RK beach in Visakhapatnam

GVCF appeals to authorities to protect 13.8 acres of land near RK Beach in Visakhapatnam. Forum stands at a crucial crossroads in city's development, but unites to protect public land, it said

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Human-reptile conflict in Odisha: when crocodiles attack

In Odisha's Kendrapara district, six people have been killed by estuarine crocodiles in two and a half months. The reptile is protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, and the population in Bhitarkanika National Park is stable. But overcrowding has caused increased human-crocodile conflict, with people losing their connection to…

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Vellinezhi to host 3-day national folk festival from Sunday

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Meet the makers of Chennai’s iconic foods

Chennai's iconic foods include Burmese dishes at Vyasarpadi, beach sundal, vada curry, and bajjis from Mylapore

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‘Major disruptor’: El Niño threatens the world’s rice supplies

After India imposed an export ban on rice following destructive rains, prices have soared – now rising temperatures put crops across south-east Asia at risk

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New washrooms for pilgrims on Girivalam path to be built on reserve forest land

Pilgrims to Tiruvannamalai will soon have additional free washroom complexes on RF land along the 14-km Girivalam path. PWD will build the facilities, with separate soak pits, and 24 units each for men and women, plus two for persons with disabilities. The new amenities are needed due to the rising…

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Onam festivities and sale continue in Coimbatore

Here’s a look at what’s in store in the city for upcoming festivals

The Hindu

Five killed as elevator at Bali resort plunges down ravine

Accident at Ubud’s Ayuterra Resort believed to have occurred when cable in inclined lift carrying hotel staff snapped

The Guardian - AU

‘Russian-only’ businesses in Thailand’s Phuket spark backlash

Locals on tourist resort island claim Russians fleeing fallout of the war in Ukraine are stealing Thai jobs.

Al Jazeera

Questions raised about Thaksin's condition

A legal scholar is asking the Department of Corrections if former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra really is so seriously ill that he requires treatment in a premium ward at the Police General Hospital as claimed.

Bangkok Post

BUDA approves GIS-based master plan for Belagavi

BUDA expands Belagavi city boundaries, approves GIS-based master plan. Ministers, legislators, and officials meet to discuss infrastructure and amenities for residential layouts. Minister asks for strict implementation of rules, feedback on plot auctions, and land for a new sports stadium. ₹87 crore set aside for Kanabargi residential layout, ₹9 crore…

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Explained | How the amended Forest (Conservation) Act imperils the Northeast

The Mizoram Assembly has passed a resolution opposing the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023. Aside from special Constitutional protections in Mizoram and Nagaland, the Act is applicable in the rest of India’s Northeast. In 1996, the Supreme Court expanded the term ‘forest land’, such that the Forest Rights Act also…

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Government proposes in SC tech panel to evaluate carrying capacity of 13 Himalayan States

Union government proposes 13-member tech committee to evaluate carrying capacity of 13 Himalayan States. Committee to be headed by Director of GB Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment. Experts from multiple disciplines to collect info on load-carrying capacity of hill stations, cities and eco-sensitive zones. SC had suggested expert committee…

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Transportation plays a major role in transformation of nation, says Ports Minister Sonowal

Union Minister Sonowal inaugurated four projects at Visakhapatnam Port Authority, including the Visakhapatnam International Cruise Terminal (VICT). This is part of the Union Government's Maritime India Vision (MIV)-2030 and Amrit Kaal 2047, with a target of nine lakh port-bound tourist arrivals by 2030.

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A street for food-lovers at Chennai’s T. Nagar

A street for food-lovers at T. Nagar

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Bardhanara, a village in Assam where only one family lives and has no roads!

Hardly a kilometre away from the Medical College in Assam’s Nalbari town, the journey to Bardhanara village is a long and arduous voyage as there are no roads connecting the village to the city. Yes, home to only one family, Bardhana is one of India’s most remote villages.

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2,400 runners participate in ‘Made of Chennai Run’

2,400 runners participated in the 'Made of Chennai Run' as part of 'The Hindu Festival of Chennai'. Nandhini Ramanadhan, C. Muralidharan, Ashitosh Singh, Lakshmi Devi, Vaishnavi Srinivasan, P. Bhaskar & Subash Cheran won the 10K & 5K runs.

The Hindu

In Frames | Tigers in the town

The town square in Thrissur, Kerala turns into a collage of stripes and spots as more than 250 “human tigers and leopards” prance about the streets in a rollicking show to lend a carnivalesque finish to the Onam celebrations.

The Times of India

Mumbai: Aagman yatras to reveal first glimpse of grand Ganesh idols

MUMBAI: Maharashtra's biggest festival of Ganeshotsav will take place after a fortnight from September 19-28. However, in an informal unveiling, devotees will get a first glimpse of the grand, beautiful idols, online and offline, before the actual installation.

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Amid rain scare, Onam pageantry attracts thousands as week-long celebrations conclude

Around 3,000 artistes participated in the pageantry, featuring 60 floats. As many as 10 art forms from other States and around 80 artistes from States outside joined the procession

The Hindu

Himachal Pradesh to tap tourism potential with 16 heliports soon: CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu announces 16 heliports to be constructed across districts to facilitate tourist access to unexplored destinations. 9 heliports in 1st phase, 7 in 2nd. Kangra Airport to be expanded. Aim to increase tourist footfall & achieve 5 crore arrivals/yr. Boost local tourism & economy.

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‘Everyone has the same dream’: Mount Fuji grapples with rise in tourism

Millions visit Japan’s highest peak each year, creating pollution and putting pressure on medical centre

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