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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flags off joint expedition to Argentina's M
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off a joint expedition to Mount Aconcagua in Argentina from South Block, New Delhi on February 05, 2026. The mountain at 6,961 metres is the highest peak in South America and the highest mountain outside Asia. The joint expedition is being undertaken
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Uttarakhand government opens 83 major Himalayan peaks for mountaineering e
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
Uttarakhand has taken a historic step in the field of adventure tourism, giving mountaineering a new height.
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Muanpuii Saiawi appointed as new High Commissioner to New Zealand
Updated : 2 months ago IST
India and New Zealand share warm and friendly ties. Diplomatic relations were established in 1952.
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President Murmu honours Seven Summits Achiever Vishwanath Karthikey with P
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
President Droupadi Murmu presented the national honour on the occasion of Veer Baal Diwas, which commemorates the martyrdom of the sons of Guru Gobind Singh.
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Uttarakhand's Kavita Chand scales Antarctica's highest peak, brings pride
Updated : 3 months, 1 week ago IST
Kavita Chand from Uttarakhand successfully summited Mount Vinson in Antarctica, marking a major step in her Seven Summits quest. The Mumbai-based climber carried the Indian tricolour to the peak, inspiring professionals to balance ambition, fitness and career success.
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Army creates history with 1st-ever successful ascent of Mount Kangto, Arun
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"Braving extremely rarefied air, harsh sub-zero conditions, treacherous icy ridgelines, deep crevasses, and near-vertical ice walls, the climbers showcased the hallmark attributes of the Indian Army--unmatched grit, discipline, teamwork and an indomitable spirit," it said.
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97% of Special Clothing, Mountaineering Equipment indigenised: Indian Army
Updated : 4 months ago IST
In a major milestone towards self-reliance, the Indian Army has indigenised 55 out of the total 57 Special Clothing and Mountaineering Equipment (SCME) for troops in Super High Altitude Areas, Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADG PI), IHQ of MoD (Army) said.
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Nepal recovers body of Korean climber from Mera Peak after Everest Region
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
A 46-year-old South Korean climber died on Mera Peak after a severe snowstorm in Nepal's Everest region, while his Nepali guide, Temba Sherpa, was rescued alive. The body was recovered by IFMGA-certified rescuers amid widespread storms that disrupted flights and closed mountain routes across
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Indian Army's Spear Corps scales Mount Gorichen, showcasing valour, commit
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to their discipline, endurance, and unyielding spirit in one of the most challenging terrains of the Eastern Himalayas.
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Indian Army's Spear Corps advances in Mount Gorichen Expedition
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The expedition was formally flagged off on August 20, 2025, with the aim of promoting adventure, resilience, and team spirit, while highlighting the Indian soldier's unwavering determination in extreme conditions.
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Nepal's new regulation to end solo expeditions of 8000er's and hike in roy
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Nepal's new regulation to end solo expeditions and hikes in the royalty of the 8000ers has formally come into effect from Monday, September 1. Earlier in February, the Himalayan nation amended the mountaineering regulations by publishing them in the Nepal Gazette, the government's officia
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Ranchi Becomes The Hub Of Courage, Environment, And Inspiration
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 9: Ranchi came alive on August 3 and 4, 2025, as the city hosted one of the most significant gatherings in the mountaineering world -- The Himalayan Conclave 2025 (Everest Summit 3.0). Organised by the Ideate Inspire Ignite (i3) Foundation, the conclave
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