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Mountain range in Asia, separating Indo-Gangetic plain from Tibetan Plateau

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Himalayas: Mountain range in Asia, separating Indo-Gangetic plain from Tibetan Plateau
The Himalayas, or Himalaya, is a mountain range in Asia, separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau. The range has some of the Earth's highest peaks, including the highest, Mount Everest; more than 100 peaks exceeding elevations of 7,200 m (23,600 ft) above sea level lie in the Himalayas.

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Weather update: IMD predicts rainfall in 11 states, snowfall in Himalayas this week; Check full forecast

The weather department predicted light to moderate rainfall and snowfall followed by thunderstorms and lightning over Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand on March 13 and March..
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Why England have so much to prove in foothills of Himalayas

England - as a team, and as individuals - have lots of questions to answer when they face India in the final Test of the series, writes Stephan Shemilt.
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Foreign Secretary Kwatra meets new Bhutanese Prime Minister; discusses ways to boost bilateral ties

Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Monday called on Bhutan's new Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay and discussed areas of mutual interest and multifaceted cooperation to further boost India's..
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Dry winter in hills, fog cover over NW plains due to lack of strong western disturbances: IMD

The western Himalayan region faces an 80% precipitation deficit in December, impacting freshwater availability and agriculture. Lack of active western disturbances and El-Nino conditions contribute to..
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You manifest Bharat's Himalayan courage protecting our sovereignty: Amit Shah on 76th Army Day

Union home Minister Amit Shah greeted Indian Army personnel and their families on the occasion of the 76th Army Day, praising their courage in protecting the nation's sovereignty. The Army Day parade,..
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Logging and climate change threatening Himalayan birds: IISc

A study from IISc reveals that logging and climate change pose a threat to bird communities in the eastern Himalayas. The researchers analyzed data on understory insect-eating birds in the Eaglenest..
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IIT-D study: Climate change strongly affects future fire weather danger in Indian forests

A study by IIT-Delhi warns that climate change will increase the danger of fire in Indian forests. The research shows that forests in Central and South India and the Himalayan region will see..
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Kerala's Shaikh Hassan Khan now scales Mount Vinson in Antarctica

Shaikh Hassan Khan, a 36-year-old government employee from Kerala, has successfully ascended Mount Vinson, the highest peak in Antarctica, marking his conquest of the fifth-highest peak. Despite..
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Parliament winter session: CPI MP moves notices seeking discussion on 'fragile ecology of Himalayas'

Communist Party of India (CPI) MP Binoy Viswam on Monday submitted a notice under Rule 267 demanding suspension of business in the upper house to discuss the ecology of the Himalayas. In his notice,..
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After ordeal, government to review SOP on tunnels

The road ministry will review SOPs for tunnel construction and maintenance in light of the Silkyara tunnel collapse. Measures will be taken to prevent similar mishaps. The new SOP will include safety..
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PMO led rescue Operations, getting various agencies together

Successful rescue of 41 workers trapped in Silkyara tunnel prompts PMO intervention to collaborate with agencies. PMO officials including Bhaskar Khulbe and a Uttarakhand representative join crisis..
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Uttarkashi tunnel collapse: Every possible method being tried for speedy evacuation, says Nitin Gadkari

The minister for road transport and highways, who was accompanied by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, said the rescue operation is challenging as the soil strata in the Himalayan region..
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At least 39 dead after bus veers off mountain road

At least 39 people have died and 17 others injured after a bus slid off a Himalayan mountain road in India.
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Rescuers race to save 40 workers trapped in collapsed tunnel

A huge operation is under way to rescue 40 construction workers trapped inside a collapsed Himalayan road tunnel.
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Tunneling in fragile Himalayas fraught with risks, say experts

The collapse of a tunnel in Uttarakhand has raised concerns about the impact of extensive construction in a state prone to landslides. An expert panel appointed by the Supreme Court warned about these..
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40 trapped in Char Dham tunnel crash; rescue ops on war footing

A portion of an under-construction tunnel of the Char Dham all-weather highway project collapsed in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. Around 40 laborers are feared trapped inside. Rescue teams are..
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Bhutan King's India visit: Jawaharlal Nehru's trip to Himalayan nation laid foundation for excellent ties, says Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted the historical significance of Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's visit to Bhutan, which laid the foundation for the strong bilateral relationship..
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With US planes lost in World War II, Arunachal Pradesh travels back in time

A new museum called "The Hump WWII Museum" is being prepared to open in Arunachal Pradesh, India. The museum will house the recovered remnants of US aircraft that were lost in the eastern Himalayas..
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Not given a role in MP elections, Uma Bharti leaves for the Himalayas

Former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Uma Bharti, has been left off the BJP's star campaigners' list for the upcoming assembly elections. In response, Bharti announced that she is leaving for the..
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Climate change, pollution, construction: Scientists warn of more Sikkim-like disasters in Himalayas

As Sikkim picks up the pieces following flash floods that saw thousands displaced, major infrastructure projects destroyed and scores killed, experts warn other Himalayan states like Himachal Pradesh,..
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Engineers develop new tunnelling method for Kashmir rail link project

Engineers of the Indian Railways have developed a new tunnelling method to overcome the difficult terrain in the Himalayas and complete the construction of Tunnel-1 on the Katra-Banihal section of the..
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At least 40 people dead after glacial lake flooding in India's Himalayan region

At least 40 people have been killed in flooding in India's Himalayan region, officials have said.
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In fragile Himalayas, Uttarakhand plans ski resorts, ropeways

In what the government of Uttarakhand feels could lead to a major boost in the state's infrastructure - especially those involving the tourism sector - CM Pushkar Singh Dhami during a visit to London..
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Ecotourism and Mad Honey: Balancing Exploration with Conservation

In the steep slopes of the Himalayan foothills, the age-old practice of harvesting mad honey serves as a vibrant testament to the harmony between nature and culture. With a growing interest in..
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Why these videshi creators are speaking shuddh desi lingo

For 28-year old Japanese YouTuber Mayo, a love for the Hindi language was passed on by her father. While she had never visited India herself, her father - who went climbing in the Himalayas - often..
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A warning shot: One city in the Himalayas shows why climate change is a top priority at the G20

In the foothills of the Himalayas is Shimla - once the summer capital of the British Raj, known as the Queen of the Hills.
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Disasters in Himalayan state are completely man-made, says HC

The Uttarakhand HC, while addressing a PIL over the lack of compliance with the Doon Valley notification for formulation of a tourism development plan within the valley, pulled up the state government..
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Monsoon 2nd half likely to be normal despite weak rains in August: IMD

IMD said rainfall in August-September was likely to be normal - 94% to 106% of long period average (LPA) - but in the lower end of the range. In August, he said countrywide rainfall is expected to be..
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Indian, Japanese scientists discover 600-million-year-old ocean water in Himalayas; findings to give clues on Earth's past


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IMD forecast: Rainfall expected in Delhi NCR, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, UP in next two days

For the next 4-5 days, a western disturbance in Iran may bring light rain to the western Himalayan region, and for the following two days, very light rain may fall in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar..
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Will take ties to Himalayan heights: PM Modi to Nepal counterpart Prachanda

Efforts to enhance energy and connectivity ties dominated the agenda of PM Narendra Modi’s meeting Thursday with his visiting Nepal counterpart PK Dahal Prachanda that saw the two countries sign..
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'Dirtiest camp I have ever seen': Himalayas full of rubbish left by climbers

Mounds of rubbish are being left on the Himalayas by climbers, with one local mountaineer revealing the "dirtiest camp" he has ever seen.
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Four killed in Uttarakhand, 4 injured in Rajasthan in rain-related incidents; dip in temperature

Under the influence of a western disturbance active over the western Himalayan region, thunderstorms and intermittent rains are predicted in northwest India, including the capital and its surrounding..
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'Himalayan glacial melt underestimated by 6.5%'


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PM Modi holds talks with Bhutan King; focus on bilateral ties

The King began his two-day visit to India on Monday amid some concerns in New Delhi over China's attempts to expand influence over Thimphu.Certain remarks by Bhutan Prime Minister Lotay Tshering on the..
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'All Himalayan glaciers...': Centre makes scary climate prediction in parliament

The shifting glaciers can lead to the shifting of tree lines, the Centre said in parliament.
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‘Is it the big one?’ Strong tremors spark late-­night panic in Delhi­-NCR

Strong tremors jolted parts of north India sending shock waves across Delhi-NCR at 10.17pm on Tuesday as an earthquake of magnitude 6.6 struck the Hindu Kush region in Afghanistan. The tremors lasting..
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India says situation with China fragile, dangerous in the Himalayan front

At least 24 soldiers were killed when the two sides clashed in the region in mid-2020, but the situation has been calmed through rounds of diplomatic and military talks.
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All about India's 5 highest mountain railway stations, from Nilgiri Mountain Railway to Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

Ahju station is located at an elevation of 1,210 meters (3,970 ft). The line lies between the Dhauladhar ranges of the Himalayas and the sub-Himalayan region and runs from Pathankot to Jogindernagar.
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IMD weather update: Strong winds in Delhi, rain alert issued for THESE 4 states

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), due to a fresh western disturbance, rain or snowfall can be witnessed in the western Himalayan region between February 8 and 10.
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Silent on construction details, government says Himalayas unstable

In the backdrop of the recent land subsidence episodes of Joshimath area in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, the government has told Parliament that many parts of the Himalayas have “unstable and..
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India expects more clashes with Chinese troops in Himalayas: Report


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Time to look out for other Joshimaths

Impact of unregulated construction and over-ambitious infrastructure projects visible across the Himalayan region.
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DRDO develops unmanned aerial vehicle for operations in Himalayan frontier


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'Keeda Jadi': Why China wants rare 'Himalayan Gold' herb from India? Know its medicinal value, shocking cost

Kida Jadi behind Tawang clash? Know all about the rare herb with shocking cost that Chinese soldiers come looking for into India illegally.
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Indian and Chinese forces clash on disputed Himalayan border

indian and chinese forces clash on disputed himalayan border
Indian and Chinese forces have clashed along their disputed border - the first such incident between the two nuclear powers since deadly confrontations in 2020.
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