There have so far been no reports of Cypriots being present in the area of the Himalayas affected by a landslide, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. Foreign ministry spokesman Theodoros Gotsis told the Cyprus News Agency that the ministry was monitoring developments. Asked whether any Cypriots were known to be in the affected area, […]

Nepal celebrates the Tihar festival, also known as the Festival of Lights, where temples, royal cities, and the majestic Himalayas are illuminated.

The bodies of five mountaineers, including a German national, were found in Nepal's Yalung Ri region, nine months after they went missing and were buried under snow.

A new report highlights the increasing dangers faced by climbers in the Himalayan region, attributing the heightened risks to factors such as more frequent avalanches and the broader impacts of climate change.

Researchers have successfully extracted the genome from 1,800-year-old human remains found in the Spider Grandmother Cave, leading to the discovery of a previously unknown ancient village in the world's highest mountains.

The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Himachal Pradesh, while Uttarakhand is on high alert for flash floods and landslides.

Television chef Johann Lafer recently made his cancer diagnosis public and revealed his dream of visiting the Mount Everest base camp in the Himalayas.

An Indian seafarer from the Himalayas, Vineet Sharma, who supports his family, shared his fears when his tanker was ordered to pass through the dangerous Strait of Hormuz, fearing his luck might run out.

The Zojila tunnel project has achieved a significant breakthrough, highlighting the immense engineering challenges involved in constructing infrastructure through the formidable Himalayan mountains. The article explores the complexities of digging through such a difficult terrain.

Bhutan, a small kingdom in the Himalayas, will offer financial incentives to families to encourage them to have more children. This initiative aims to address demographic challenges in the country.

Two architect brothers relocated to a Himalayan town and constructed a mud villa by hand, which has since become a popular Airbnb rental.

A technology review details the features of the Watch GT Runner 2, highlighting its lightweight and powerful design. The smartwatch was tested in challenging conditions, including a trip to the Himalayas.

A new species of spider, featuring a distinctive "smiling face" pattern on its back, has been discovered in the Himalayas, making it one of the world's most recognizable spiders.

A renowned temple in the Himalayas is now requiring visitors to consume sacred cow excretions, including dung and urine, a practice that highlights the rise of Hindu nationalism in India.

A 21-year-old Nepalese guide has died on Mount Everest after falling into a glacier crevasse, making him the fifth person to die in the Himalayas this month, even as climbing remains popular.

Artificial intelligence is being used to monitor the alarming rate of glacier shrinkage in the Himalayan ranges of Indian-administered Kashmir, which have historically sustained local ecosystems and human life.

A new list highlights the top 10 best restaurants globally for 2026, showcasing establishments from London to the Himalayas that are transforming gastronomy and inspiring travel.

An exhibition has opened in Delhi, featuring 77 historic images of the Himalayas captured by the German Schlagintweit brothers during their 19th-century survey work, offering India its first public glimpse of their collection.

A new study indicates that 'hanging glaciers' in the Himalayas, particularly in India's Uttarakhand region, are increasing the risk of glacier-related disasters for local populations and infrastructure.

Wolfgang Weinreich, an 88-year-old pilot who started with Lufthansa in 1959, shares stories from his 70 years in the cockpit, including flights over the Himalayas and engine failures.

Rising global temperatures are causing glaciers in the Himalayas to melt, leading to high-altitude 'tsunamis' that are destroying entire villages in the region.

A new report by ICIMOD reveals that the rate of glacier melting across the Hindu Kush Himalayas has doubled since 2000, highlighting the accelerating impact of climate change on the region.

Over the past 21 years, Village Ways has been leading low-impact tours of remote communities in the foothills of the Himalayas, supporting traditional ways of life and offering a rare glimpse of…

From the peaks of the Himalayas to the 'hidden' trails of Agrafa and from the traditional 'sun and sea' model to the holistic experience of nature. Outdoor tourism in Greece is no longer a...

The holy shrine of Kedarnath in the Himalayas is grappling with a severe waste crisis, with a 22% surge in garbage and 60% of it being dumped untreated, threatening the spiritual site.

A review of the film 'Valley of Shadows' highlights its compelling performances and spectacular photography, taking viewers on a moving journey through a culture clash in the Himalayas.

Vismaya Mohanlal recounted an experience of getting lost in the Himalayas with her brother Pranav, where they ran out of water.

The case of Russian climber Smirnov, who lost several fingers after being abandoned at 7,900 meters on Makalu, has reignited the debate over sherpas' legal responsibility in the Himalayas and may force Nepal to define the limits of client-sherpa relationships.

The Kenzo flower, also known as Padamchal, is a rare alpine bloom found in the Himalayas that takes seven years to produce a single flower and is valued for its medicinal properties.

A Eurasian Lynx has been captured on camera for the first time in Sikkim, marking only the second documented record of the species in the eastern Himalayas.

Villages in the Indian Himalayas are constructing artificial ice pyramids, also known as 'ice stupas,' to create a reliable water source for their crops during the spring season.

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) reports that the monsoon's advance has stalled, likely delaying its arrival in Mumbai by another week. Meanwhile, the Hindu Kush Himalaya region is experiencing short bursts of intense rain and extreme heat.

The Zojila Tunnel in the Himalayas is nearing completion after the final section was opened, marking a significant infrastructure project expected to transform transportation in Asia.

Polish politicians have criticized former Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak's Korean loan, with one calling it the "Himalayas of hypocrisy" given that the current critics themselves previously took loans in the same currency.

Particulate matter pollution has increased by over 20% across the Indo-Gangetic Plain in the last decade, significantly impacting the Himalayan region.

A vast insurance fraud network operating for years in the Himalayas has been exposed, involving fake tourist rescues and defrauding thousands of people.

Scientists surveying ants in high-altitude regions accidentally discovered a new species of spider, which has been named after the mighty Himalayas.

An article details the experience of trekking the challenging Manaslu Circuit through the wild Himalayas.

Amrisha Agarwal, a single mother, moved with her daughter to Rishikesh in the Himalayas in 2019, seeking to escape city life and open a cafe.

A recent visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan in the Himalayas prompted a deep reflection on the country, the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, and their implications for the future of Greece.

Dhankar, a remote village located at 3,900 meters in the harsh reaches of the Himalayas, stands as a rare testament to the coexistence of nature, history, and human survival, having been 'held' on a rock for 1,000 years.

Croatian Chef Matija Bogdan, who climbed Ama Dablam in January 2024, has officially begun his new journey to the Himalayas, flying to Kathmandu on April 8th, as he prepares for an Everest ascent.

Initial reports of Nepalese guides allegedly poisoning tourists and staging helicopter rescues for insurance fraud in the Himalayas have been debunked as false.

Despite its name, pink Himalayan salt is primarily sourced from the Khewra salt mine in Pakistan, not the Himalayan mountains. This mine is the world's largest deposit and fuels a global market valued at $500 million.

A previously lesser-known mountain range has been declared the most beautiful in the world for 2026 by British Time Out, surpassing iconic ranges like the Alps and Himalayas.

Millennial ex-rapper has brought a ‘pugnacious’ energy to Nepal’s geriatric political establishment

Miquel Sánchez, a member of the historic Catalan expedition to Everest, crossed Nepal on foot.

Seven women riders from Northeast India, supported by Royal Enfield Social Mission, are championing sustainable waste practices in mountain communities to promote a cleaner Himalayas.

Kathmandu’s popular ex-mayor, not known to deliver long speeches like old-school leaders, has travelled widely and drawn huge crowds across the country.

A review of Akhilesh Upadhyay’s book 'In the Margins of Empires' discusses the life in the eastern Himalayas, situated between great power rivalries.

This review examines over twelve years of catastrophic events in the Himalayan region, detailing how repeated earthquakes, landslides, and floods have caused significant loss of life and infrastructure damage. The compilation highlights the persistent vulnerability of communities living along the mountain range to severe natural hazards.

Five bodies have been discovered in the eastern part of the Himalayan mountain range. The circumstances surrounding their deaths are currently under investigation.

A 67-year-old farmer on the outskirts of Kathmandu recounted a close encounter with a leopard in February, highlighting the challenges and realities of coexisting with wildlife in the Himalayan region. The incident involved a leopard toppling a parked motorcycle.

A high-altitude border crossing in the eastern Himalayas, Nathu La Pass, which connects India's Sikkim state with China, is reopening for trade after being closed for six years.

India's Centre is monitoring 2,485 Himalayan glacial lakes, with 56 identified as "very high risk" due to potential flood threats.

China and India have resumed cross-border trade through the Lipulekh Pass in the Himalayas, marking a cautious rapprochement between the two countries. The pass, near the contested India-China-Nepal border, reopened after six years.

A travel feature highlights Nepal's Tihar festival, describing the vibrant celebrations of lights in temple cities and royal towns against the backdrop of the majestic Himalayas.

Scientists have noted an increase in vegetation in the Himalayas, a change attributed to global warming that, despite appearing benign, could lead to severe environmental consequences.

Billi Bierling continues the work of the 'Sherlock Holmes' of the Himalayas, meticulously documenting climbers' ascents in the 60-year-old Himalayan Database, a revered register of mountaineering success.

A new species of spider, previously thought to be exclusive to Hawaii, has been discovered in the Himalayas, notable for a distinctive 'smiley face' pattern on its abdomen.

Latvian TV personality Danuta Juste embarked on an adventure to Nepal, the land of the Himalayas, to test her limits in the world's highest mountain range.

Inspired by a mountaineering accident and high gear costs, two Singaporeans founded Goliath, an outdoor brand that has successfully raised S$80,000 to produce affordable, Himalayas-tested hiking equipment.

A teenager from Minnesota has embarked on a unique spiritual journey, trading his previous life for that of a Buddhist lama and monk. He is now studying in the Himalayan foothills, embracing a new path.

Czech mountaineer David Roubínek tragically died in the Himalayas during his descent from Camp C3 on Makalu II. He is believed to have succumbed to pulmonary edema.

Rustam Nabiev is preparing for an unprecedented attempt to ascend Mount Everest without prosthetic legs. He aims to make history in the Himalayas with a unique method that redefines high-altitude progression.

On Earth Day, an article traces the history of the term 'tree-hugger' from its origins in the 1970s Himalayas to its co-option in 1990s American politics, now being reclaimed by environmentalists.

Alpinist Lukas Wörle risked his life to rescue an exhausted high-altitude porter he found near the summit of Broad Peak in Pakistan, saving him from the death zone.

Ulf André Andersen, former editor-in-chief of Se og Hør, shared his personal journey, including an 80-kilo weight loss, a near-death experience in the Himalayas, and a six-year wait for a kidney transplant, as he steps down from his role.

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan presided over the Rhododendron Festival, aiming to promote tourism in the region amidst the blooming rhododendrons of the Himalayas.

A new report reveals that the rate of glacier melting across the Hindu Kush Himalayas has doubled since 2000, with accelerating retreat threatening over 2 billion people who depend on meltwater, highlighting a critical impact of climate change.

Japan, facing a decline in its traditional mitsumata shrub, has found a new source for its yen currency production in a low-value crop from the foothills of the Himalayas.

The International Space Station (ISS) has shared a stunning nighttime view of Earth, capturing the Arabian Sea and the Himalayas.

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has stated that climate change poses serious challenges to the state, emphasizing that disturbances to the Himalayas would have severe consequences for the entire nation.