The three-day synchronised elephant census began in Coimbatore forest division with 100 volunteers participating. The census covers forest divisions across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh, using block counting, transect method, and water hole count to assess elephant population.
Water level in Pillur dam reaches 94.5ft, forcing authorities to release water after heavy showers. People warned of flooding in low-lying areas. Coimbatore records heavy rainfall.
Heavy rain lashes Coimbatore district thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Bharathiar University security guard dies while being chased by lone tusker on campus; two injured thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Elephants entering villages expected to reduce in Coimbatore Forest Division as rains recharge natural water bodies thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.