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Amarnath Yatra 2023: First batch of pilgrims begins journey towards cave s
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
The pilgrims will undertake a 12-km journey from the base camp to the holy Amarnath cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas located at an altitude of about 13,000 feet.
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UN environment ambassador Dia Mirza takes part in drive to remove plastic
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The team 'Healing Himalaya' in collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh Environment, Science and Technology Department, Forest department, Himachal Pradesh Police and civic body of Shimla has started the 'Swarnim Himalaya' campaign to remove plastic waste from the Himalayan region.
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Closing ceremony of 'Soul of Steel, India - A Beacon for Human Unity throu
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
The first-of-its-kind, the "Soul of Steel Himalayan Challenge" was conducted in forward areas of the Garhwal Himalayan region with the aim to achieve the BJP-led central governments initiative of 'Vibrant Village' to arrest migration from border areas by unlocking the tourism potential of Hi
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Bhutan Echoes is all set to welcome you to the Kingdom of Bhutan
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 14: Bhutan Echoes, the premier literary festival in Bhutan is thrilled to announce the return of Drukyul's Literature Festival (DLF) for its 12th edition. From August 4th to 6th, 2023, festival-goers can expect an exceptional lineup of over 35+ in-person sessions and
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"We have to resolve this forward deployment issue," Jaishankar on border i
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that India does not get swayed by coercion, inducements and false narratives, however, he added that India and China must find a way to step back from potential confrontation in the western Himalayas.
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Gangtok: The coolest destination for your summer vacation
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], May 31: Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim state in north-eastern India, is a hidden gem and the coolest destination for a summer vacation. Nestled in the lap of the mighty Himalayas, this enchanting city offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and tranq
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DGCA issues stringent guidelines for chopper pilots operating in Himalayas
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
A senior official informed that under the safety measures, pilots operating in the Himalayan region will get specialised training under the new set of rules introduced by DGCA.
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Plastic garbage becoming "threat" in Himalayan regions: Environment Scient
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
"The littering of plastic is becoming a serious threat. We are receiving 200 tons of plastic in the forest of the Himalayas. If the Himalayan region is not preserved the entire downstream area will get affected. More than 700 million people will get affected. Dumping plastic in soil decrease
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Pemayangtse Monastery: An ancient crown jewel in Sikkim
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
This revered place of tranquilly and spirituality is not only a breathtaking view of the Himalayas but also a revered symbol of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism.
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Uttarakhand: Panchmukhi Utsav Doli of Baba Kedarnath departs from Ukhimath
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The Doli will reach Kedarnath on April 24.
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"India's defence capabilities expanded immensely to cover all frontiers":
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
The President, who is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces, flew for approximately 30 minutes covering Brahmaputra and Tezpur valley with a view of the Himalayas before returning to the Air Force Station, a statement from the Rastrapati Bhavan said.
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Uttarakhand: Heavy snowfall continues in Kedarnath, construction work affe
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
"Due to continuous snowfall, there is a problem in the preparations for the Kedarnath Yatra starting on April 25," officials said.
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