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Himalayan blunders that are ravaging the Himalayas

In a time of the unpredictable impact of climate change events, conservation of the Himalayan region is vital

The Hindu

Rising temperatures are leading to torrential rains in the Himalayas

Torrential rains that have battered India’s Himalayas in recent years are becoming more intense due to a clash of weather systems triggered by global warming

The Hindu

It is my habit to bow down to Sanyasis and Yogis, says actor Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth returns from spiritual trip to Himalayas, clarifies bowing to UP Chief Minister Yogi Aditynath was out of courtesy. Refuses to talk politics, says it's his habit to fall at feet of 'sanyasins and yogis' even if younger. He thanked Tamil people for making 'Jailer' a huge success.

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India an ‘environmental basket-case’, says Ramachandra Guha

Historian Ramachandra Guha says India would be an "environmental basket-case" even without climate change. He compares effects of colonialism in Nilgiris & Garhwal Himalayas, noting proximity to China & religious tourism in latter threaten sustainability.

The Hindu

Threat from climate change to some of India's sacred pilgrimage sites is reshaping religious beliefs

The famous pilgrimage site of Kedarnath, located in the central Himalayas of India, is believed to be a sacred land. It has been referred to as “deva bhumi,” or the “land of the gods,” for centuries.

The Conversation

Himalayas are much older than we thought

New research upends traditional thought about the world's most massive mountain range

Salon

A single massive tectonic collision? That's not how the Himalayas came to be, scientists say

The world's highest mountain system may have reached 60% of its current elevation before the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates crashed into each other, giving the peaks an extra push.

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World’s oldest moss could go extinct as a result of climate crisis

Scientists say Takakia, a 390m-year-old moss found in Himalayas, is at risk despite its ability to adapt to extreme weather

The Guardian - UK

Ahead of 'Jailer' release, Rajinikanth leaves for Himalayas

Ahead of the release of the film 'Jailer', legendary actor Rajinikanth went for a spiritual trip to the Himalayas. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Science This Week | IISc scientists discover 600-million-year-old ocean water from Himalayas, frozen microbes are coming back to life and more

Check out The Hindu’s science wrap featuring top stories on new discoveries, findings, and studies in the scientific world from this week.

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IISc and Japanese scientists discover 600-million-year-old ocean water from Himalayas which may provide clues to Earth’s past

IISc scientists discover 600-mil-yr-old ocean water droplets in Himalayas, providing clues to Earth's past climate and evolution of life. Team found deposits in western Kumaon Himalayas, confirming they were from ancient ocean water, not other sources. Study provides insight into Earth's past oceans, climate modelling.

The Hindu

Another batch of over 3,000 pilgrims leaves for Amarnath yatra

While 1,160 pilgrims left in a convoy of 38 vehicles for the Baltal base camp, another convoy of 81 vehicles carrying 1,865 Amarnath pilgrims left for Pahalgam. Read more on The Hindu

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Amarnath yatra: 22nd batch of over 3,800 pilgrims leaves Jammu for cave shrine

Amid tight security, the 22nd batch of 3,898 pilgrims left the base camp for the Amarnath Yatra on July 24 for the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas

The Hindu

Amarnath yatra: Another batch of over 6,500 pilgrims leaves for the shrine

Amid tight security, a fresh batch of over 6,500 pilgrims left the base camp here on July 20 for the Amarnath shrine in south Kashmir Himalayas.

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Another batch of pilgrims leaves for Amarnath

A fresh batch of 6,225 pilgrims left the base camp in Jammu on July 18 for the Amarnath shrine in south Kashmir Himalayas.

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Amarnath Yatra | First batch of pilgrims begins journey towards cave shrine from Baltal base camp

The annual Amarnath Yatra began on Saturday with the first batch of pilgrims setting out from the base camp here for the cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas.

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Educationist Chitran Namboodirippad passes away

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Mayank Mansingh Kaul’s list of small but memorable museums to visit

House in havelis and overlooking the Himalayas, these under-the-radar museums offer visitors an intimate experience

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A new start after 60: backpacking in the Himalayas, I found the courage to change my life

After two decades of work, work and more work, Ann Halloran decided it was time to leave her comfort zone. And it all began with a broken walking stick

The Week

Ananda in the Himalayas review: a truly rejuvenating retreat in India

A holistic attitude to wellbeing is inherent in ancient Indian philosophies – and this is the benchmark for the principles being served up at Ananda in the Himalayas. At this destination spa resort you can discover what your mind and body really need and you’ll leave as an enhanced version of yourself.

Bangkok Post

Himalayas key to climate battle

In our collective imagination, the Himalayas -- the roof of the world -- are an archetype: glistening white, distant, even otherworldly. Climbing them is proof of humanity's daring, courage and drive. And yet, despite rising 6,993 metres above sea level, the summit of Mount Machapuchare in central Nepal resembled a…

The Hindu

2,500 mobile toilets to be set up for Amarnath Yatra in J&K

2,500 mobile toilets to be set up for Amarnath Yatra in J&K with most of them placed on the two routes that reach the cave shrine located in the Himalayas

The Hindu

Into the heart of the Himalayas

mystics and sceptics: in search of himalayan masters

The Conversation

Landslides are a global injustice – they're rarely caused by the people worst affected

In northern India, a tragedy is playing out in slow-motion. Located at about 2,000 metres elevation in Chamoli District in the Himalayas, Joshimath is an ancient, sacred town of about 17,000 people. Popular with pilgrims and visitors wanting to ski or climb the nearby mountains, the town is a beautiful…

The Hindu

Governor flags off Himalayan trekking expedition

Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot flagged off a batch of nurses embarking on a trekking expedition to the Himalayas, at a function in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

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