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Gaami was shot at the frozen River Zanskar in the Himalayas

The northern Indian regions of Lahaul-Spiti and Gulmarg, traditionally abundant with winter snow, are facing alarming snowfall deficits, posing threats to water security and agriculture. The Save Lahaul Spiti Society is deeply concerned about the ecological impact and climate change consequences. Meteorologist Sonam Lotus highlights the absence of a crucial meteorological phenomenon, the western disturbance (WD), responsible for replenishing glaciers. Recent studies reveal a declining trend in W...

A team of Indian Navy's officers will trek the frozen Zanskar River in Ladakh.Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) flagged off the Indian Navy Chadar Trek (Frozen Zanskar River, Ladakh) expedition at INS Shivaji on Tuesday.The ...

There has been a decline in the frequency of the western disturbance tropical storm, which brings rain and snow to northern India, say scientists.

The body of a missing teenage girl was on Wednesday recovered in frozen form in Ladakh's Zanaskar area of Kargil district, police said.

Winter transforms the Indian landscape into a beautiful snowy scene, creating a magical world. As winter arrives,...

The Chadar Trek in Ladakh, a renowned winter adventure, spans 75 km over 6-7 days on the frozen Zanskar River. Beginning at Chilling village, it navigates through Tilat Sumdo, Shingra Koma, Tibb, and culminates in Nerak village. January-February offers optimal conditions with -35°C nights. The trek, of moderate to difficult difficulty, demands physical fitness, mental strength, and high-altitude experience. Highlights include a frozen waterfall at Tibb, the transformative Chadar, and interactio...

BHPian aviator1101 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.Ladakh Bike Trip : September 2023Part 1IntroductionThis bike trip with my daughter was long pending, in fact since 2017.

Globe-trotter Hyderabadis kept the national flag flying high and even those winning on a treacherous trek in the country proudly wear the colours of Ind