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-30 Degrees, Low Oxygen Levels: How Army Survives In Himalayas During Winter
The weather in the remote snow-capped Himalayas has deteriorated significantly these days. Temperatures in Ladakh, Kargil, Galwan, North Sikkim, the Shamshabari Range, and the Greater Himalayan region have plummeted to several degrees below zero.
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Which Desert In India Is Known As The Cold Desert? What To Know Before You Go
Understanding Ladakh means letting go of familiar definitions and paying attention to how climate, geography and human life intersect in one of the most extreme landscapes in the country.
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7 Places In India Travellers Avoid In Winter (Safer Destinations To Explore Instead)
Understanding which places fall under this category helps you plan better and choose safer winter-friendly alternatives without compromising on scenic beauty.
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Ladakh Records Season's First Snowfall, Authorities Warn Of Heavy Rains
The high altitude areas of Ladakh, witnessed the season's first snowfall as moderate rain lashed the plains in the Union Territory, officials said on Tuesday.
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Monsoon Rains 7% Above Normal But Uneven Across Regions: Weather Office Data
India has recorded seven per cent more rainfall than normal since the onset of the monsoon on June 1, but the seasonal showers have been unevenly distributed across states, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data.
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Indian Scientists Unravel the Mystery Behind Rare Aurora Over Ladakh
A team of Indian astronomers has successfully explained the rare aurora seen over Ladakh, caused by intense solar activity and CME collisions. The event, captured in May 2024, was traced using global data and advanced solar models, offering new insights into space weather forecasting and solar storm impacts on Earth.
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Hoof Patrol? How 2-Humped Camels Are Being Trained As 'Soldiers' In Ladakh
High altitudes, unpredictable weather and the lack of proven mechanical options have made the armed forces look at a natural alternative in the challenging terrain of Ladakh, and the two-humped camel is leading the pack.
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"Ladakh Capital Of Courage": Rajnath Singh Celebrates Holi With Soldiers In Leh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated Holi with Army jawans in Leh and lauded them for protecting the country from enemies while braving extreme weather conditions.
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Kargil Rejoices As Timely Snowfall Breaks Winter Dry Spell For Farmers
The weather advisory has forecast overcast conditions with snowfall in Kargil, Zanskar, and various areas of Leh.
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Terrain, Weather Challenges Push Zojila Tunnel Deadline To 2030
Difficult terrain and weather challenges have pushed the deadline for completion of the Zojila tunnel, which will provide all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir valley and the Ladakh region, to December 2030, according to officials.
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All-Weather Tunnel At Ladakh's Zoji La By December 2030. See Details
Zoji La Tunnel, which is said to establish all-weather connectivity between the Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to be completed by December 2030, an army official said on Thursday.
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Srinagar-Leh Highway Closed For Vehicles Till Further Orders Due To Snowfall, Extreme Weather
Srinagar-Leh highway passing through the Zoji-La pass was on Thursday closed for civilian vehicular movement till further orders, due to continuous spell of snowfall and extreme weather, informed Ladakh Administration.
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Snowfall, Rainfall Likely In J&K, Ladakh During Jan 4-7: Weather Office
Director General of India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that under the influence of an active western disturbance approaching north-west India, there could be rainfall or snowfall at most places over the western Himalayan region.
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Cloudburst A Local Event, Difficult To Predict: Experts
With Himachal Pradesh and Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh being hit by cloudbursts, experts on Wednesday said predicting this disaster is difficult as it is mostly a localised event and occurs in the hilly areas.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: President's Drass Visit Cancelled Due To Bad Weather
Bad weather on Monday forced the cancellation of President Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Drass in Ladakh to pay homage to martyrs on the 22nd anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas, officials said in Srinagar.
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-30 Degrees, Low Oxygen Levels: How Army Survives In Himalayas During Winter
The weather in the remote snow-capped Himalayas has deteriorated significantly these days. Temperatures in Ladakh, Kargil, Galwan, North Sikkim, the Shamshabari Range, and the Greater Himalayan region have plummeted to several degrees below zero.
-
Which Desert In India Is Known As The Cold Desert? What To Know Before You Go
Understanding Ladakh means letting go of familiar definitions and paying attention to how climate, geography and human life intersect in one of the most extreme landscapes in the country.
-
7 Places In India Travellers Avoid In Winter (Safer Destinations To Explore Instead)
Understanding which places fall under this category helps you plan better and choose safer winter-friendly alternatives without compromising on scenic beauty.
-
Ladakh Records Season's First Snowfall, Authorities Warn Of Heavy Rains
The high altitude areas of Ladakh, witnessed the season's first snowfall as moderate rain lashed the plains in the Union Territory, officials said on Tuesday.
-
Monsoon Rains 7% Above Normal But Uneven Across Regions: Weather Office Data
India has recorded seven per cent more rainfall than normal since the onset of the monsoon on June 1, but the seasonal showers have been unevenly distributed across states, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data.
-
Indian Scientists Unravel the Mystery Behind Rare Aurora Over Ladakh
A team of Indian astronomers has successfully explained the rare aurora seen over Ladakh, caused by intense solar activity and CME collisions. The event, captured in May 2024, was traced using global data and advanced solar models, offering new insights into space weather forecasting and solar storm impacts on Earth.
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Hoof Patrol? How 2-Humped Camels Are Being Trained As 'Soldiers' In Ladakh
High altitudes, unpredictable weather and the lack of proven mechanical options have made the armed forces look at a natural alternative in the challenging terrain of Ladakh, and the two-humped camel is leading the pack.
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"Ladakh Capital Of Courage": Rajnath Singh Celebrates Holi With Soldiers In Leh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday celebrated Holi with Army jawans in Leh and lauded them for protecting the country from enemies while braving extreme weather conditions.
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Kargil Rejoices As Timely Snowfall Breaks Winter Dry Spell For Farmers
The weather advisory has forecast overcast conditions with snowfall in Kargil, Zanskar, and various areas of Leh.
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Terrain, Weather Challenges Push Zojila Tunnel Deadline To 2030
Difficult terrain and weather challenges have pushed the deadline for completion of the Zojila tunnel, which will provide all-weather connectivity between the Kashmir valley and the Ladakh region, to December 2030, according to officials.
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All-Weather Tunnel At Ladakh's Zoji La By December 2030. See Details
Zoji La Tunnel, which is said to establish all-weather connectivity between the Union Territories of Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir, is expected to be completed by December 2030, an army official said on Thursday.
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Srinagar-Leh Highway Closed For Vehicles Till Further Orders Due To Snowfall, Extreme Weather
Srinagar-Leh highway passing through the Zoji-La pass was on Thursday closed for civilian vehicular movement till further orders, due to continuous spell of snowfall and extreme weather, informed Ladakh Administration.
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Snowfall, Rainfall Likely In J&K, Ladakh During Jan 4-7: Weather Office
Director General of India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday said that under the influence of an active western disturbance approaching north-west India, there could be rainfall or snowfall at most places over the western Himalayan region.
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Cloudburst A Local Event, Difficult To Predict: Experts
With Himachal Pradesh and Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh being hit by cloudbursts, experts on Wednesday said predicting this disaster is difficult as it is mostly a localised event and occurs in the hilly areas.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas: President's Drass Visit Cancelled Due To Bad Weather
Bad weather on Monday forced the cancellation of President Ram Nath Kovind's visit to Drass in Ladakh to pay homage to martyrs on the 22nd anniversary of the Kargil Vijay Diwas, officials said in Srinagar.
