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Kerala's rare mootipazham fruit, resembling jaboticaba, is experiencing a revival. A farmer has successfully cultivated this Vitamin C-rich fruit, which is now attracting visitors.
A massive traffic jam on Thamarassery Ghat Road, caused by stranded heavy vehicles and ongoing repairs, severely disrupted travel for over 10 hours, impacting emergency services and commuters.
Five new balsam species were discovered in the Western Ghats, including 'Impatiens berchmansiensis' named after St. Berchman's College, and 'Impatiens ninanii'.
Kerala will press the Centre to exclude homes and farms from Western Ghats' Ecologically Sensitive Areas, proposing local study recommendations and inviting expert committee members for discussions.
Frequent traffic disruptions on Wayanad Ghat are caused by earth slips, widening works, accidents, and stuck heavy vehicles, advising travellers to carry supplies and track conditions.
Travellers staged a protest on Wednesday when the authorities tied an iron rope across the road and lifted the earthmover without making any advance announcement about the work.
A rare Western Ghats orchid, Dendrochilum longifolium, bloomed at Eonia Orchid Research Garden, potentially a new Indian record.
An array of waterfalls awaits exploration in the Mankayam and Brymore ranges, recognised for their rich biodiversity and included in the UNESCO heritage list.
A tanker truck broke down on the Thamarassery ghat road, causing significant traffic delays. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with authorities advising travellers to prepare for long waits.
Peringamala tourism hub potential remains unfulfilled, despite its rich biodiversity and UN Heritage status.
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