The Latest Breaking News from Munnar

11 cluster homes of estate workers gutted in fire at Munnar

Eleven Layams gutted in fire at Idukki tea estate, residents escape narrowly, new houses provided by company.

The Hindu · Apr 1, 2024

Waste dumping poses threat to wild elephants in Devikulam

On January 11, two wild elephants were found eating plastic waste from the Munnar panchayat-owned dumping yard at Kallar in the district and the incident garnered widespread attention, and the government and High Court had to intervene.

The Hindu · Mar 26, 2024

Kerala HC unhappy with govt.’s inaction on evicting encroachers in Munnar

Kerala High Court expresses displeasure over failure to identify encroachments in Munnar, directs official to appear online.

The Hindu · Mar 26, 2024

As Save Padayappa’ campaign gathers momentum, Forest dept. launches steps to prevent provocation to jumbo

Forest department in Idukki launches campaign to protect wild tusker Padayappa in Munnar, emphasising minimal human intervention.

The Hindu · Mar 21, 2024

Forest department continues efforts to chase tusker Padayappa back to forest

Forest department uses drone cameras to monitor and chase wild tusker Padayappa back to forest in Munnar.

The Hindu · Mar 19, 2024

Forest department files case against men for provoking wild tusker in Munnar

Forest department files case against two for provoking wild elephant in Idukki, captured on video, facing legal consequences.

The Hindu · Mar 16, 2024

Mathikettan Shola ensures water security to Santhanpara panchayat in Munnar

Mathikettan Shola National Park, a lush rainforest located in Idukki, serves as the primary water source of numerous wards, including tribal settlements, in the Santhanpara panchayat near Munnar.

The Hindu · Mar 15, 2024

Gudarvila Estate team wins 75th Tata Finlay Shield Football Tournament

Gudarvila Estate wins Munnar's Tata Finlay Shield Football Tournament for the second consecutive year.

The Hindu · Mar 9, 2024

Narrow escape for tourists as elephant attacks car in Munnar

IDUKKIA wild elephant damages tourist vehicle on Munnar-Udumalpet highway, prompting warning for travelers to be cautious.

The Hindu · Mar 8, 2024

Jeep safaris at night banned in Marayur

Idukki district bans night jeep safaris near Munnar to prevent wild animal attacks, strict action against violators.

The Hindu · Mar 7, 2024