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Scientists Discover Hidden Mantle Layer Beneath the Himalayas Challenging Century-Old Theory
For decades, geologists believed the Himalayas were built on a double layer of continental crust. New research overturns that view, revealing that a dense slab of mantle rock actually wedges between India’s and Asia’s crusts beneath the range. This “mantle sandwich” better explains seismic data and how the mountains remain so stable while r...
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Earthquake In Afghanistan Was 6.0 But Death Count Is Over 800. Here's Why
The death count following the recent earthquake in Afghanistan continues to rise. Taliban-led health authorities now say at least 800 people have been killed and 2,000 injured.
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New Climate Model Uncovers Detailed Regional Effects of Global Warming
A high-resolution climate model reveals that a 1°C global temperature rise could drive Arctic warming up to 5°C and intensify rainfall extremes in regions like the Himalayas and Andes. The simulation offers vital regional insights for climate adaptation, disaster risk management, and infrastructure planning in vulnerable zones, including small is...
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Watch: Flight Passengers Treated To Stunning Views Of Ladakh, Thanks To Delay In Landing
A Delhi-Leh flight had to postpone its landing for around an hour. A viral video gave a glimpse of the amazing mountain views that passengers could enjoy in the meantime.
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A Village In Himalayas Ran Out Of Water. Then, It Moved And Started Over
The Himalayan village of Samjung was perched in a wind-carved valley in Nepal's Upper Mustang, more than 13,000 feet above sea level.
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Craving Himalayan Comfort? These Dishes Bring The Mountains To Your Plate
From the snow-capped peaks of Ladakh to the lush valleys of Sikkim, Himalayan cuisine offers soul-soothing comfort in every bite. Featuring dishes like thukpa, sel roti, and tingmo with shapta, these flavours bring the warmth of the mountains straight to your plate.
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Dehradun Travel Guide: The Ultimate Chill Destination In The Foothills Of The Himalayas
Whether you're in the mood for misty mountain mornings or gorgeous sunset skies against the Himalayas, Dehradun rolls out the perfect plan.
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Indian Climber Dies On Nepal's Mount Lhotse, World's 4th Tallest Peak
Rakesh Kumar, 39, from India, died on Sunday while descending from the 8,516 m (27,940 ft) mountain's summit.
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The World's 10 Most Majestic Mountain Ranges
From snow-dusted giants to jagged, untamed ridgelines, these are the most breathtaking mountain ranges across the globe worth adding to your bucket list.
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Top 5 Places To Visit In April In India: Ideal Getaways For A Refreshing Escape
April in India: perfect for pre-summer escapes. Discover mountains, hills, and peaceful retreats. Enjoy unique cultural and scenicgetaways.
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Watch: Kangana Ranaut To Open Cafe In Manali, Calls It A "Childhood Dream"
Kangana Ranaut shared a first look at her cafe, 'The Mountain Story', set to open on February 14.
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Himalayas Mountain Range Formation Could Have Destroyed 30 Percent of Continental Crust, Says Study
A study published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has found that up to 30% of Earth's continental crust may have been lost to the mantle during the formation of the Himalayas. Researchers from Monash University used a model to calculate crustal loss, revealing similar patterns in the European Alps and Zagros Mountains. The research highlight...
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Nepal Teen Becomes Youngest To Climb All 14 Of World's 8,000 m Mountains
Nima Rinji Sherpa, who already holds multiple records from his ascents of dozens of peaks, started high-altitude climbing at the age of 16, by climbing Mount Manaslu in August 2022.
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Why Mount Everest Is Still Growing
Mount Everest is Earth's tallest mountain - towering 5.5 miles (8.85 km) above sea level - and is still growing.
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15-Member Team Makes History, Scales Unclimbed 20,900-Ft Peak In Arunachal
A team from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports has scaled an unnamed and unclimbed 20,942-foot high peak in the Gorichen range of the Eastern Himalayas in the Tawang-West Kameng region in Arunachal Pradesh.
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Scientists Discover Hidden Mantle Layer Beneath the Himalayas Challenging Century-Old Theory
For decades, geologists believed the Himalayas were built on a double layer of continental crust. New research overturns that view, revealing that a dense slab of mantle rock actually wedges between India’s and Asia’s crusts beneath the range. This “mantle sandwich” better explains seismic data and how the mountains remain so stable while r...
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Earthquake In Afghanistan Was 6.0 But Death Count Is Over 800. Here's Why
The death count following the recent earthquake in Afghanistan continues to rise. Taliban-led health authorities now say at least 800 people have been killed and 2,000 injured.
-
New Climate Model Uncovers Detailed Regional Effects of Global Warming
A high-resolution climate model reveals that a 1°C global temperature rise could drive Arctic warming up to 5°C and intensify rainfall extremes in regions like the Himalayas and Andes. The simulation offers vital regional insights for climate adaptation, disaster risk management, and infrastructure planning in vulnerable zones, including small is...
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Watch: Flight Passengers Treated To Stunning Views Of Ladakh, Thanks To Delay In Landing
A Delhi-Leh flight had to postpone its landing for around an hour. A viral video gave a glimpse of the amazing mountain views that passengers could enjoy in the meantime.
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A Village In Himalayas Ran Out Of Water. Then, It Moved And Started Over
The Himalayan village of Samjung was perched in a wind-carved valley in Nepal's Upper Mustang, more than 13,000 feet above sea level.
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Craving Himalayan Comfort? These Dishes Bring The Mountains To Your Plate
From the snow-capped peaks of Ladakh to the lush valleys of Sikkim, Himalayan cuisine offers soul-soothing comfort in every bite. Featuring dishes like thukpa, sel roti, and tingmo with shapta, these flavours bring the warmth of the mountains straight to your plate.
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Dehradun Travel Guide: The Ultimate Chill Destination In The Foothills Of The Himalayas
Whether you're in the mood for misty mountain mornings or gorgeous sunset skies against the Himalayas, Dehradun rolls out the perfect plan.
-
Indian Climber Dies On Nepal's Mount Lhotse, World's 4th Tallest Peak
Rakesh Kumar, 39, from India, died on Sunday while descending from the 8,516 m (27,940 ft) mountain's summit.
-
The World's 10 Most Majestic Mountain Ranges
From snow-dusted giants to jagged, untamed ridgelines, these are the most breathtaking mountain ranges across the globe worth adding to your bucket list.
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Top 5 Places To Visit In April In India: Ideal Getaways For A Refreshing Escape
April in India: perfect for pre-summer escapes. Discover mountains, hills, and peaceful retreats. Enjoy unique cultural and scenicgetaways.
-
Watch: Kangana Ranaut To Open Cafe In Manali, Calls It A "Childhood Dream"
Kangana Ranaut shared a first look at her cafe, 'The Mountain Story', set to open on February 14.
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Himalayas Mountain Range Formation Could Have Destroyed 30 Percent of Continental Crust, Says Study
A study published in Earth and Planetary Science Letters has found that up to 30% of Earth's continental crust may have been lost to the mantle during the formation of the Himalayas. Researchers from Monash University used a model to calculate crustal loss, revealing similar patterns in the European Alps and Zagros Mountains. The research highlight...
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Nepal Teen Becomes Youngest To Climb All 14 Of World's 8,000 m Mountains
Nima Rinji Sherpa, who already holds multiple records from his ascents of dozens of peaks, started high-altitude climbing at the age of 16, by climbing Mount Manaslu in August 2022.
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Why Mount Everest Is Still Growing
Mount Everest is Earth's tallest mountain - towering 5.5 miles (8.85 km) above sea level - and is still growing.
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15-Member Team Makes History, Scales Unclimbed 20,900-Ft Peak In Arunachal
A team from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adventure Sports has scaled an unnamed and unclimbed 20,942-foot high peak in the Gorichen range of the Eastern Himalayas in the Tawang-West Kameng region in Arunachal Pradesh.
