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Woman Walks World Journey: Angela Maxwell treks 20,000 miles in 6½ years; returns to Bend changed

Angela Maxwell set out on an extraordinary six and a half year quest to walk around the globe, departing from Bend, Oregon. Equipped with a two-wheeled cart and camping essentials, she traversed diverse and challenging landscapes. Despite facing adversities like a harrowing assault in Mongolia, Maxwell persevered, fostering connections with…

The Times of India · Oct 1

SAIL flies in Mongolian coking coal as it seeks new supplies, sources say

Steel Authority of India has airlifted a 1-metric-ton sample of coking coal from Mongolia for testing. This trial was initiated as part of India's effort to reduce reliance on Australian coal imports. Transporting coal from Mongolia poses significant logistical challenges, especially due to India's strained relations with China.

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Delhi to Ulaanbaatar in just 5 hours: India-Mongolia launches first direct flight; timings & what passengers need to know

India and Mongolia have launched direct, non-stop flights between New Delhi and Ulaanbaatar, cutting travel time between the two capitals to around five hours. Operated by Mongolia’s Hunnu Air every Monday, the new service is expected to boost tourism, medical travel and business, while improving access to Buddhist heritage sites…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Who is Suchika Tariyal? From self-defence to assuring India an Asian Games medal in MMA

Suchika Tariyal secured an Asian Games medal in MMA on Sunday. She advanced to the semifinals after defeating Mongolia's Altanchimeg Baigalmaa. Her combat sports career began with Judo and evolved through Ju-Jitsu. Tariyal also achieved success in professional MMA after a seven-year break. She previously served in public service and…

The Economic Times · Sep 20

Chess Olympiad: Indian men score a resounding 3-1 victory over Spain

In a gripping match held in Samarkand, the Indian men's chess team triumphed over Spain with a score of 3-1. World champion D Gukesh delivered a remarkable win against Alexei Shirov, while Arjun Erigaisi showcased his skills with an impressive attacking game. Meanwhile, the Indian women's team shined against Mongolia,…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Banff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road; the result transformed fragmented wilderness into connected animal corridors

Banff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road. The crossing system includes six overpasses, 38 underpasses and fencing along 82 km of highway. Research found an 80 per cent reduction in wildlife collisions. More than 200,000 crossings by 11 mammal species have been recorded.…

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Asian Games: India lose to Indonesia in men's team quarterfinals of soft tennis

India's men's soft tennis team was defeated by Indonesia in the quarterfinals. The Indian team secured two group stage wins against Mongolia and Lao. They faced a 0-2 loss to Indonesia in their quarterfinal match. Jay Meena and Yogesh Choudhary opened the doubles match for India. Aryan Thakur then lost…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

India’s 2038 Asian Games bid faces five rivals, host decision not before 2028

India's 2038 Asian Games hosting bid decision will not be known before 2028. Five other countries have also expressed interest in hosting the 2038 edition. The Olympic Council of Asia will form a committee to evaluate all bidding nations next year. Doha will host the 2030 Asian Games and Riyadh…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Shipping Containers Become Bathrooms: UNICEF builds movable WASH Houses; 1,400 Mongolian students benefit

Mongolia's educational landscape is evolving with heated indoor toilets and warm water facilities now available in remote schools. UNICEF has ingeniously converted shipping containers into portable WASH Houses, offering essential sanitation services that replace frigid outdoor latrines. This initiative adapts to the needs of nomadic communities and kindergartens, significantly enhancing…

The Times of India · Sep 13

Why the world can’t agree how to tackle drought

Delegates from 196 nations plus EU officials have met in Mongolia to discuss how best to tackle drought and desertification.

The Conversation · Sep 3