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17 Dangerous Glacial Lakes: The Hidden Threat In Bhutan's Himalayas
For Bhutan, the challenge is particularly serious because settlements, roads, agricultural land and hydropower infrastructure are often located along river valleys.
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Glacial Lake Outburst In Bhutan Sends Flash Floods Warning To Bengal, Assam
Shintaphu Lake,located at the source of the Mo Chhu River, is considered one of Bhutan's 17 potentially dangerous glacial lakes.
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US Woman Finds 103-Year-Old Shipwreck While Playing With Her 9-Year-Old Son Near Lake Superior
The former camper remembered that the wreck once stood above the water. However, it became more fully submerged a few years later.
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Video: These Surreal Marble Caves In Chile Were Shaped By Water, Not Artists
Chile's marble caves, with natural swirling grey, blue, and white patterns, are located on the shores of General Carrera Lake.
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This Canadian Lake Looks Like A Giant Polka-Dot Painting
Spotted Lake in British Columbia features colorful mineral-rich pools visible in summer as water evaporates, creating unique blue green and yellow spots.
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Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake Is Now A Ramsar Site, Joining The World's Most Important Wetlands
From boating and lakeside walks to winter birdwatching, here's what to know about Chandigarh's newly recognised Ramsar site.
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Post-Stampede Caution: Big-Ticket Durga Puja Pandals Halt Entry In Kolkata And Salt Lake
Kolkata authorities instructed major Durga Puja organizers to halt entry if overcrowding occurs. Calling it a temporary safety measure, officials will review the situation before deciding on Sunday restrictions.
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Court Bans Motorboats, Jet Skis In Dal Lake Over Environmental Concerns
The court's order comes on the back of a petition that submitted that the motorboats and jet skis in Dal Lake are likely to damage its ecosystem and, therefore, a regulated and protective approach toward the issue needs to be adopted in a uniform manner.
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Mother Pushes Girl, 6, Into Hyderabad Lake. 3 Men Jump In To Rescue Her
Auto-rickshaw driver Fakhruddin, private employee K Balakrishna and businessman Mohammed Afsar were honoured at the Police Commissionerate in Basheerbagh with shawls and cash rewards for saving the child.
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India vs Uruguay: 90% Ticket Cut, Free Passes But Salt Lake Stadium Still Mostly Empty
Around 15,000 spectators were present at kick-off despite cheaper tickets and complimentary passes being offered.
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The World's Only Floating National Park Is Located In India And Rests On A Lake
Known for its floating landscape and rare wildlife, this Manipur national park is unlike any other on Earth.
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Plague Was Killing Hunter-Gatherers 5,500 Years Ago: Study
The plague caused deadly outbreaks among Siberian hunter gatherers 5500 years ago, predating known farming community cases.
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Tight Security At High-Stakes India vs Brazil Match In Kolkata
Authorities have put in place an extensive, multi-tier security framework at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) ahead of the highly anticipated international football fixture between India and Brazil on Saturday.
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This Indian Destination Has A Lake Palace That You Can Reach Only By Boat
One of Udaipur's most photographed landmarks sits away from the city's roads and busy streets. Here's why a boat is the only way to reach the stunning Lake Palace.
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Uttarakhand Installs Early Warning Systems For Glacial Lake Floods
Vasundhara Tal is among the 13 glacial lakes identified as high-risk by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and technical institutions.
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17 Dangerous Glacial Lakes: The Hidden Threat In Bhutan's Himalayas
For Bhutan, the challenge is particularly serious because settlements, roads, agricultural land and hydropower infrastructure are often located along river valleys.
-
Glacial Lake Outburst In Bhutan Sends Flash Floods Warning To Bengal, Assam
Shintaphu Lake,located at the source of the Mo Chhu River, is considered one of Bhutan's 17 potentially dangerous glacial lakes.
-
US Woman Finds 103-Year-Old Shipwreck While Playing With Her 9-Year-Old Son Near Lake Superior
The former camper remembered that the wreck once stood above the water. However, it became more fully submerged a few years later.
-
Video: These Surreal Marble Caves In Chile Were Shaped By Water, Not Artists
Chile's marble caves, with natural swirling grey, blue, and white patterns, are located on the shores of General Carrera Lake.
-
This Canadian Lake Looks Like A Giant Polka-Dot Painting
Spotted Lake in British Columbia features colorful mineral-rich pools visible in summer as water evaporates, creating unique blue green and yellow spots.
-
Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake Is Now A Ramsar Site, Joining The World's Most Important Wetlands
From boating and lakeside walks to winter birdwatching, here's what to know about Chandigarh's newly recognised Ramsar site.
-
Post-Stampede Caution: Big-Ticket Durga Puja Pandals Halt Entry In Kolkata And Salt Lake
Kolkata authorities instructed major Durga Puja organizers to halt entry if overcrowding occurs. Calling it a temporary safety measure, officials will review the situation before deciding on Sunday restrictions.
-
Court Bans Motorboats, Jet Skis In Dal Lake Over Environmental Concerns
The court's order comes on the back of a petition that submitted that the motorboats and jet skis in Dal Lake are likely to damage its ecosystem and, therefore, a regulated and protective approach toward the issue needs to be adopted in a uniform manner.
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Mother Pushes Girl, 6, Into Hyderabad Lake. 3 Men Jump In To Rescue Her
Auto-rickshaw driver Fakhruddin, private employee K Balakrishna and businessman Mohammed Afsar were honoured at the Police Commissionerate in Basheerbagh with shawls and cash rewards for saving the child.
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India vs Uruguay: 90% Ticket Cut, Free Passes But Salt Lake Stadium Still Mostly Empty
Around 15,000 spectators were present at kick-off despite cheaper tickets and complimentary passes being offered.
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The World's Only Floating National Park Is Located In India And Rests On A Lake
Known for its floating landscape and rare wildlife, this Manipur national park is unlike any other on Earth.
-
Plague Was Killing Hunter-Gatherers 5,500 Years Ago: Study
The plague caused deadly outbreaks among Siberian hunter gatherers 5500 years ago, predating known farming community cases.
-
Tight Security At High-Stakes India vs Brazil Match In Kolkata
Authorities have put in place an extensive, multi-tier security framework at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium) ahead of the highly anticipated international football fixture between India and Brazil on Saturday.
-
This Indian Destination Has A Lake Palace That You Can Reach Only By Boat
One of Udaipur's most photographed landmarks sits away from the city's roads and busy streets. Here's why a boat is the only way to reach the stunning Lake Palace.
-
Uttarakhand Installs Early Warning Systems For Glacial Lake Floods
Vasundhara Tal is among the 13 glacial lakes identified as high-risk by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and technical institutions.
