ZANSKAR RIVER
India's first Petroglyph Conservation Park to be set up in Ladakh
Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena lays foundation stone for India’s first petroglyph conservation park in Leh on World Heritage Day. The park aims to protect Ladakh’s ancient rock carvings threatened by tourism and development. An MoU with ASI supports preservation, while efforts will relocate endangered artefacts and promote curated heritage circuits with community participation.
Uttarakhand: IAF 'swiftly' responds to forest fire in Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
The Indian Air Force swiftly deployed an Mi-17 V5 helicopter to combat a forest fire in Uttarakhand's Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. The Central Air Command highlighted the IAF's crucial dual role in national defense and disaster response, showcasing its operational readiness in assisting the state government.
BRO connects strategic Nimmu-Padam-Darcha Road in Ladakh, boosting connectivity and defense preparedness
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has established connectivity on the 298-km Nimmu-Padam-Darcha road in Ladakh, creating a third axis to the region alongside the Manali-Leh and Srinagar-Leh routes. Utilizing the frozen Zanskar river in January, the BRO efficiently moved equipment and personnel to expedite work. The construction of the Shinkun La tunnel will further enhance all-weather connectivity, boosting defense preparedness. This achievement, despite challenging terrain, marks years of hard work, benefiting both defense and economic development in the region.
'I ride, therefore I am.' Pepperfry CEO & co-founder Ambareesh Murty's last Instagram post from Leh was his love for 'Motorcycle Diaries'
The 51-year-old Ambareesh Murty - an avid bike enthusiast - was on a road trip from Mumbai to Leh. Hours after this post, he died of a cardiac arrest.
Melting of Ladakh glacier could form three glacial lakes: Study
Parkachik Glacier is one of the largest glacier in the Suru River valley, which is a part of the Southern Zanskar Ranges, western Himalaya. The Zanskar Range, part of the Himalayas, lies in the union territory of Ladakh.
Unseasonal snowfall, rains lash Ladakh; red alert issued
After the landslide at Lamayuru, the main Leh-Kargil highway was closed for traffic and an operation is underway to clear the debris to make the road traffic worthy, officials said. The weatherman has predicted the continuation of rain and snowfall till Sunday afternoon or evening besides issuing a "red colour warning" for the region for the next 24 hours.
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Flood warning in Leh due to blockage of Zanskar River
Disaster management authorities in Leh district said on Sunday, "Due to the blockage in Zanskar River an artificial lake has been created which may burst anytime.
PM's visit to Ladakh to boost morale of 'valorous soldiers': Amit Shah
Modi's visit to Ladakh came amidst the ongoing stand-off between the Indian Army and China's PLA (People's Liberation Army) in the forward areas of the high altitude region.
How Pepperfry boss, Ambareesh Murty, survived in -40 degrees for 8 days
Murty has walked over the frozen Zanskar River for over eight days at - 40 degrees.
Triund, Ombattu Gudda & Harishchandragad: Top winter treks to try this season in India
Enjoy the nip in the air and make the most of this cool weather by opting for a group or solo trek.
This May and June, explore India's beautiful trails and let the mystery unfold
The country promises a number of exhilarating treks, which are not just touristy, but also thrilling and offbeat.
Spot rare birds, camp by the lake: Family trips just got so much more fun
Soft adventure activities are a big hit with families who like to go on active vacations with their kids.
Head to Guwahati, Lonavla, Zanskar valley to make the most of the upcoming Christmas weekend
Here are top experiences to indulge in this holiday seaon.
Here's why women in Gurgaon just can't have enough of travelling
About 65% of women travellers come from the National Capital Region and a large section of them are from Gurgaon.
From Leh's Zanskar River to Rajaji Tiger Reserve, readers share their favourite holiday destinations
The most exclusive getaways in India.
Home Ministry specifies standard operating procedures to monitor landslide dams
The home ministry has specified new standard operating procedures or SOPs to monitor the dams, which are also created mainly due to earthquakes.
Lake burst triggers flash floods in Kargil; evacuation on
"The artificial lake on river Phuktal, in Zanskar area of the frontier district, burst suddenly at 8:10 AM causing flash floods," Deputy Commissioner Kargil said.
Lake raises fears of flash floods
As a precautionary measure the authorities suspended the famed Chadder Trek that was a source of income for the locals.
NDMA team to inspect Phutkal river blockade in Jammu and Kashmir
The committee will reach Leh on February 8 and then proceed to the blockage site of Zanskar in Kargil district, an official spokesperson said.
Delegation from Kargil meets Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra
A delegation from Kargil today called on Jammu and Kashmir Governor N N Vohra here to apprise him about various issues concerning the Ladakh district.
Leh administration and Indian Air Force construct bridge on Zanskar river
IAF airlifted nearly 14 tonnes of the material used for building the bridge as well as the engineers over a period of 14 days.
Check out destinations that promise unique opportunities to explore breathtaking nature trails
One of the hidden treasures of Jammu & Kashmir is Ladakh. We bet, you don’t really need higher lung capacity to reach here as Ladakh is now on a regular traveller’s platter.
Chadar Trek in Ladakh is one of the most amazing treks
The trek offers some beautiful insights along into the life of locals from Zanskar.
Zanskar under curfew after rioting over conversions
Authorities imposed curfew restrictions in remote Zansakar in Ladakh as Muslims and Buddhists clashed over conversion for the second time since September 24.
Zanskar under curfew after rioting over conversions
Authorities imposed curfew restrictions in remote Zansakar in Ladakh as Muslims and Buddhists clashed over conversion for the second time since September 24.
It’s a boy thing: Great destinations for solo travellers
Ladakh is an adventurer’s dream destination. The people of Ladakh are an amicable bunch and travelling here alone doesn’t mean experiencing the place by yourself.
Calamity: Cloudburst in Choglamsar, Ladakh
Widespread green fields, open water surface of Indus and rising temperature provided favourable conditions for cloud formation.
'Himalayan glaciers here to stay'
Studies conducted by glaciologists across the Himalayan region in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand have shown that global warming has little to do with their melting.
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