Himalayas
Coverage of Himalayas in the Nexus archive.
- Toxic gas slows efforts to rescue 13 workers trapped in India hydropower tunnel
Toxic gas and water buildup are hindering rescue efforts for 13 workers trapped in a collapsed hydropower tunnel in India's Sikkim state, following a methane gas explosion that killed 12 workers. The incident occurred at the Teesta Hydroelectric Project in a seismically active region prone to tunneling risks due to fragile rock formations and trapped gases.
- Scientists develop health tracker for high-altitude yaks
Scientists have developed an Internet of Things-based health tracker designed to address yak management challenges in remote regions and monitor yak movement near international borders in the Himalayas.
- What is Zojila Tunnel? All you need to know about the all weather tunnel in Ladakh
The 13.14 km Zojila Tunnel spans the Himalayas at 11,578 feet altitude, linking the Kashmir Valley to Kargil in Ladakh. It is an all-weather tunnel designed to improve connectivity in the region.
- Strategic, all-weather Zojila Tunnel between Kashmir and Kargil to see final breakthrough
The Zojila Tunnel, a 13.14 km strategic all-weather tunnel connecting Kashmir Valley with Ladakh's Kargil, is set for final breakthrough on June 9, overseen by Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari. The tunnel cuts through the Himalayas at 11,578 feet.
- Venomous Himalayan pit viper was actually 5 different species all along
Scientists discovered that the Himalayan pit viper, long considered a single species for over 160 years, is actually five distinct species, three of which are newly identified. The finding highlights the biodiversity of the Himalayas and underscores the importance of ongoing scientific research in taxonomy.
- India’s legendary hill towns are sinking
India's Himalayan hill towns are experiencing overdevelopment, threatening their stability. Many of these towns are sinking due to excessive construction and lack of proper planning. The situation is alarming and requires immediate attention.
- Successful American businesswoman's sad final post before she was killed by avalanche while mountain climbing in Nepal
An American businesswoman posted a final message before she was killed by an avalanche while mountain climbing in Nepal. The incident occurred during a mountain climbing expedition. The woman's identity has not been disclosed.