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Supreme Court Raises Concerns Over Rail Expansion Project In Goa
The Supreme Court’s Central Empowerment Committee on April 23 raised concerns over a rail expansion from Karnataka to Goa, citing environmental risks to the biodiversity of the Western Ghats. Crucial changes have been suggested by the committee for two approved projects including increasing road height to reduce animal killings in the wildlife belt. Moreover, the CEC recommended the modified usage of the 220 KV line for the Goa-Tanmar… read-more
Tags: Supreme Court, Goa, Wildlife , Western Ghats, CEC, Animal Cruelty Act
Courtesy: Indian Express
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New Endemic Plant Species Found In Western Ghats In Maharashtra
A novel plant species of the Sahyadri globe thistle, 'Echinops Sahyadricus', has been discovered in the northern Western Ghats. Researchers - Sushant More, a resident of Mumbai and Fabio Conti, an Italian citizen - discovered the species in Maharashtra's Pune district. Reportedly, the plant species grow in monsoon season and yields fruits around December. Besides, the plant species discovered is also endemic to western Maharashtra.
Tags: New Species, Mumbai, Western Ghats, Maharashtra
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
