Wild Elephant Charges at Tea Estate Worker in Munnar; Narrow Escape Raises Fresh Safety Concerns ● Wildlife & Safety
A tea estate worker narrowly escaped after a wild elephant charged towards him at Kannimala Estate in Munnar, highlighting ongoing human-wildlife safety concerns in High Range plantation areas.
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Munnar's Hidden Wildlife Richness Comes Into Focus as Survey Documents 106 Amphibian and Reptile Species ● Environment & Wildlife
A recent four-day biodiversity survey in the Munnar Wildlife Division documented 106 species of amphibians and reptiles, highlighting the rich biological diversity of Kerala's high-altitude protected forests.
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Kerala Tourism Launches Major Domestic Marketing Drive Across Eight Cities ● Kerala Tourism
Kerala Tourism launches its 2026–27 Domestic Partnership Meets across eight key Indian cities, starting in Ahmedabad and Vadodara, to boost travel trade partnerships and showcase the state's diverse tourism offerings.
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‘Retire in Kerala’: Kerala Unveils New Tourism and Healthcare Vision for Global Visitors ● Tourism
Kerala is exploring a new tourism model integrating healthcare, Ayurveda and knowledge-based industries, with the proposed “Retire in Kerala” initiative aimed at attracting long-stay visitors, retirees and international healthcare seekers.
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India Gives Cruise Tourism a Fresh Push with New E-Group Visa Facility ● Tourism
India introduces a new e-group visa facility for cruise tourists, simplifying entry procedures and opening fresh growth opportunities for international cruise travel across Indian ports.
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Kerala Travel Mart 2026 Sets New Record with More Than 3,000 Buyers ● Tourism
Kerala Travel Mart 2026 crosses 3,000 buyer registrations, including 790 international and 2,210 domestic buyers, ahead of the major travel trade event in Kochi from September 24 to 27.
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Bhoothathankettu Watchtower Reopens After a Decade, Adding a New Attraction for Kerala Tourists ● Tourism
Renovated watchtower at Bhoothathankettu reopens after a decade, offering panoramic views of the reservoir and forests alongside a new selfie point and upcoming homestays.
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Amphibian and Reptile Survey to Begin Across Munnar Wildlife Division ● Local News
A four-day scientific survey of amphibians and reptiles will be conducted across five protected areas in the Munnar Wildlife Division from September 3 to 6, including Eravikulam, Anamudi Shola, Pambadum Shola, and Mathikettan Shola national parks alongside Kurinjimala Sanctuary, to document high-altitude biodiversity and support long-term conservation in the Western Ghats.
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Kerala Onam Tourism Week 2026 Concludes with Grand Cultural Celebration in Thiruvananthapuram ● Local News
Kerala’s week-long Onam Tourism Week 2026 concludes in Thiruvananthapuram with a grand cultural procession featuring 69 floats and 99 traditional art forms.
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Neelakurinji Bloom Draws Over 4,000 Visitors to Chokramudi Near Munnar ● Tourism
Over 4,000 tourists visit Chokramudi near Munnar within five days to witness the rare Neelakurinji bloom, with peak flowering expected in September.
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Somatheeram Ayurveda Group Opens Soma Seven Springs Plantation Resort in Munnar ● Local News
Somatheeram Ayurveda Group launches Soma Seven Springs Plantation Resort at Letchmi Estate in Munnar, offering luxury treehouses, plantation walks, and nature-focused stays.
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Muvattupuzha’s Helicopter Tourism Initiative Takes Off with Strong Visitor Response ● Tourism
Muvattupuzha launches helicopter tourism during Onam, offering visitors scenic aerial views of rivers and landscapes to boost local experiential travel in Kerala.
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