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'Best roads in the world': Foreign traveller drives 2,500 km through Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat & Rajasthan; here’s what surprised him

A foreign traveller has praised India's road network, saying the country now has “some of the best roads in the world” after completing a journey of more than 2,500 km from Tamil Nadu towards the Himalayas. The drive took him through several states, including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Rajasthan, as…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

China banned TBM exports, but India is building its own tunnel boring machines; Ashwini Vaishnaw shares progress & status of 125-km Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway line with 16 tunnels

Tunnel Boring Machine India: India is expanding its domestic tunnel boring machine (TBM) manufacturing capabilities as work progresses on the 125-km Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway line through the Himalayas. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said India now manufactures 8-metre and 15-metre TBMs and plans to produce machines exceeding 16 metres, amid fresh Chinese…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

Why Did Shiva Show Indra 4 Other Indras in a Cave?

What if the king of heaven discovered that four others had once occupied the same position as him? In a fascinating story from the Mahabharata, Devaraj Indra encounters a mysterious woman whose tears turn into golden lotuses. She leads him to the Himalayas, where Lord Shiva is playing dice with…

MyLifeXP · Oct 20

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India’s Zorawar tank for China border faces 2-year delay as Army’s new demand puts engineers to the test

India’s Zorawar light tank must overcome a difficult engineering trade-off before it can fulfil its role in the Himalayas. Stronger armour could help protect crews against heavier weapons, but additional weight may undermine the mobility that sets the vehicle apart. The decision could shape the tank’s engine requirements, testing schedule…

The Economic Times · Oct 17

Tom Hiddleston and Genden Phuntsok Faced Mount Everest and Saw Two Different Worlds - INTERVIEW

Tom Hiddleston and Genden Phuntsok came face to face with Mount Everest while filming 'Tenzing,' but their experiences revealed two very different ways of seeing the world's highest mountain.They revealed it all in this interview.

Latin Times · Oct 16

Which Hidden Himalayan Escape Matches Your Vibe?

it's about matching the destination with your internal frequency. Whether you are seeking quiet creative inspiration, an energetic trail adventure, or a serene sanctuary for mental clarity, this guide explores hidden Himalayan escapes tailored to your unique vibe. By moving past the standard tourist itineraries, you unlock tucked-away sanctuaries where…

MyLifeXP · Oct 16

The Night Frogs of Kerala: Species Found Nowhere Else on Earth

A Family Older Than the HimalayasThe family Nyctibatrachidae, Kerala's night frogs, diverged from all other frog lineages somewhere between 70 and 86 million years ago, when the Indian subcontinent was still a drifting landmass moving north across the Tethys Sea. The Himalayas did not exist yet. The frogs were already…

Times Life · Oct 15

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10 Must-Visit Devi Maa Temples in India During Navratri

What makes Navratri special is not just the nine nights of prayer, but the different ways India celebrates the power of Maa Durga. From a sacred cave in the Himalayas to ancient temples filled with the sound of aarti, every destination has its own traditions and stories. Some are known…

MyLifeXP · Oct 14

Almost 300,000 people now live in flood-prone areas in the Nepalese Himalayas – new research

On August 26, a rock and ice avalanche triggered a huge flood that swept through a steep valley in Nepal, leaving thousands dead and missing. It was an extreme example of a growing problem across the Himalayas. As glaciers melt, glacial lakes expand, and mountain permafrost thaws, the risks from…

The Conversation · Oct 8

7 Immortal Figures in Hinduism and Where They Live

What if some of the legendary figures described in ancient Hindu traditions were still alive somewhere in the world? Hindu scriptures and later traditions speak of seven Chiranjivis, extraordinary beings believed to have received exceptionally long lives. Their stories connect the Mahabharata, Ramayana and Puranic traditions with mysterious places such…

MyLifeXP · Oct 7

3 Miraculous Births Nobody Talks About in Hindu Mythology

What if three of Hindu tradition’s most revered divine women share a mysterious connection in the way their stories describe their arrival on Earth? Maa Parvati, Maa Sita and Radha Rani are associated with divine feminine power in different Hindu traditions, but their birth stories are far from ordinary. One…

MyLifeXP · Oct 1

10 Sacred Places in India Where Spiritual Energy Is Said to Be Felt Most Deeply

Varanasi, Uttar PradeshThe oldest continuously inhabited city on earth doesn't ease you in. The moment you step onto the ghats at dawn, the Ganga is already doing something, smoke rising from the Manikarnika cremation ground, priests chanting the Ganga Aarti, boatmen moving through mist without hurry. Varanasi is where Hindus…

Times Life · Sep 29

Royal Enfield Celebrated Its 125-Year History By Helping to Support Endangered Snow Leopard Conservation

Royal Enfield's 'One Ride' brought 150,000 motorcyclists out to not just celebrate the brand's 125th anniversary, but also to support snow leopard conservation, the iconic and endangered animal that also calls the high Himalayas its home.

RideApart · Sep 25

Nepal wants India and China to team up as a new warning melts out of the Himalayas

Following the severe impact of flash floods in the Himalayas, which led to tragic loss of life and significant destruction, Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah has introduced a Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism. This initiative emphasizes collaboration between Nepal, India, and China, promoting data exchange and joint disaster response strategies, acknowledging…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

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France 24 · Sep 25

Nepal’s catastrophic floods were ‘warning to the world', PM Shah tells UN

Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah said on Thursday that last month’s catastrophic floods were a “warning to the world” of growing climate risks in the Himalayas. He said warming was melting glaciers and permafrost and urged international support to help Nepal adapt to threats it could not face alone.

The Conversation · Sep 18

Nepal isn’t the only disaster-struck country waiting for money from the global climate Loss and Damage Fund

As it faces the enormous task of rebuilding from a deadly flood that tore through communities in the Himalayas, Nepal is seeking compensation from the international Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage – meaning from countries that are major contributors to climate change, which it blames for the disaster.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Himalayas approaching tipping point, millions of livelihoods at stake, report finds

Himalayan glaciers are melting at an accelerated rate, posing a significant threat to regional water security. This alarming trend indicates the region is approaching "peak water" by the middle of this century. Recent glacier collapses have caused devastating landslides and flash floods, resulting in numerous fatalities and missing persons.

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Himalayas running out of water, 20% of India's GDP at risk: 200 glacial lakes linked to rivers like Ganga, Yamuna found to be high risk

A new report by Systemiq and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, warns that the Himalayas are approaching a tipping point, with glaciers melting 65 percent faster than a decade ago. Nearly 200 glacial lakes have been rated high risk, and the region underpins over 20 percent…

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Newslaundry · Sep 14

Nature didn’t act alone in Nepal’s flash flood disaster

Nepal, like the rest of the world, has already experienced a disproportionate share of the fallout from rising global temperatures and related ecological disruption. The disaster that hit Nepal was merely the tip of the iceberg; if not today, the inevitability of it happening at some point in the future…

The Conversation · Sep 11

Nepal floods: how measuring snow in the Himalayas could help avoid future disasters

The massive and deadly floods on the Nepal-Tibet border are a stark reminder of why the world needs to constantly update its understanding of the fragile ecosystem in the Himalayas.

MyLifeXP · Sep 10

Why Uttarakhand Treats Nanda Devi Like Its Own Daughter

Imagine an entire region preparing to send its beloved daughter away. Not for a day. Not for a festival. But on a sacred journey through the mountains that traditionally takes place once every 12 years. In Uttarakhand, Nanda Devi is revered not only as a goddess but also as a…

MyLifeXP · Sep 8

Why Did Hanuman Throw His Own Ramayana Into The Sea?

Imagine writing something from your heart, pouring your devotion, emotion and memories into every word. Then imagine willingly giving it away because someone else’s work deserves recognition. According to a traditional devotional legend, this is what happened with Hanuman and his Ramayana. The story says that Hanuman wrote his own…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

The Himalayas look unchanged from below, but something is happening high in the mountains — Nepal’s disaster offers a frightening clue

A recent disaster in Nepal highlights growing instability in the warming Himalayas. Massive rock and ice collapses unleash destructive floods and debris downstream. Scientists warn of increasing glacial lake outburst floods and unstable mountain slopes. India faces potential consequences as Himalayan river systems connect across borders. Enhanced monitoring and early…

France 24 · Sep 4

Himalayan hydropower buildout: Expert says risk management is key

Following devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet, Access Asia takes a closer look at the fragile state of the Himalayan mountains. Dr Arun Bhakta Shrestha, an expert on the environment and risk management in the Himalayas, explains why it's so difficult to detect glacier movements in advance and says that…

The Conversation · Sep 4

Rebuilding in Nepal-Tibet will be challenging – communities in India are still recovering from 2023 glacial disaster

Debris flowing down a Himalayan valley. Towns and villages washed away. Thousands of people affected. Not the recent devastating catastrophe on the Nepal-Tibet border, but a similar disaster in the Indian eastern Himalayas in 2023.

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