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Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra Postponed to 2027

Uttarakhand's sacred Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra has been postponed to 2027 due to unpredictable September weather and incomplete infrastructure, with a new pilgrimage announced.

Mana Village: Now India's First, Not Last

Discover why Mana, a Himalayan village in Uttarakhand, has been symbolically rebranded from 'India's Last Village' to 'India's First Village'. Explore its culture, treks, and sacred sites.

7-Km Tunnel to Reshape Kedarnath Pilgrimage Travel

A new 7-km twin-tube tunnel connecting Chaumasi to Sonprayag will cut travel time and ease congestion for Kedarnath pilgrims, also serving as an emergency escape route. Read how this project will transform the Himalayan journey.

India's Coldest Places: 6 Spots Dipping to -20°C

Winter tightens its grip on India's high-altitude regions. Discover six inhabited places, including Dras and Spiti Valley, where temperatures are plunging close to -20°C. Explore the severe conditions impacting life.

Himalayan Snow Drought: 100% Deficit in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand recorded a 100% rainfall deficit in Dec 2025, the highest in a decade. Experts warn of a multi-year 'snow drought' trend driven by climate change in the western Himalayas. Read more.

Is Surya Namaskar Safe in Poor Air Quality?

Discover how the ancient yoga practice of Surya Namaskar can protect respiratory health in polluted urban environments like Delhi. Expert insights and scientific studies reveal its benefits.

Anuradha Roy on Himalayan ecological crisis in new book

Author Anuradha Roy discusses her new non-fiction collection 'Called by the Hills', detailing the alarming signs of climate change in the Kumaon Himalayas and critiquing the greed driving environmental destruction.

LU gets Rs 90 lakh grant for Himalayan geology research

Lucknow University's geology department receives a major ANRF grant to study the formation of the north western Himalayas. The research aims to trace rock journeys over millions of years, aiding earthquake risk assessment. Read more.

JATH Festival: Art & Culture Safeguard Himalayas

Royal Enfield's Journeying Across The Himalayas festival concluded, celebrating cultural heritage with installations like Ri Gyancha. UNESCO highlights urgent need for safeguarding traditions.

3 Must-Experience Scenic Train Journeys in India

Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.

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