Indian tourists pull back: Call of Nepal peaks fade amid unrestPolitical unrest in Nepal, stemming from anti-corruption protests, is impacting the country's tourism sector. Tour operators report a decli...
13 Sep, 2025, 08.07 AM IST
Explained: How a cloudburst triggered deadly flash floods in UttarakhandA cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand triggered flash floods and destruction in Dharali village. A cloudburst is defined by the IMD as ra...
06 Aug, 2025, 12.53 PM IST
Civilian-military trek concludes successfully in Arunachal PradeshA joint civilian-military trekking expedition successfully concluded in Arunachal Pradesh's Zemithang. The 16-member team, including IMF mo...
14 Dec, 2024, 11.09 PM IST
Amarnath Yatra concludes, over 4 lakh pilgrims offer prayers at cave shrineThe 62-day annual Amarnath Yatra that recently concluded had over 4.4 lakh pilgrims offering prayers at the cave shrine in the south Kashmi...
31 Aug, 2023, 04.20 PM IST
Trekking with kids: 5 amazing places in India that are perfect for familiesLooking for an amazing trekking destination for your family? Trekking with kids can be a lot of fun and these destinations are sure to prov...
26 May, 2023, 03.48 PM IST
Triund, Ombattu Gudda & Harishchandragad: Top winter treks to try this season in IndiaEnjoy the nip in the air and make the most of this cool weather by opting for a group or solo trek.
15 Nov, 2018, 09.39 AM IST
This May and June, explore India's beautiful trails and let the mystery unfoldThe country promises a number of exhilarating treks, which are not just touristy, but also thrilling and offbeat.
17 May, 2018, 05.16 AM IST
When forest fire turned a pristine trekkers paradise in Theni into an infernoNestled atop the Western Ghats, Kurangani Hill ranges is a nature lover's paradise albeit not as popular as Kodaikanal or Udhagamandalam (O...
12 Mar, 2018, 10.38 PM IST
Government aims to complete Uttarakhand highways for Mansarovar by AprilGadkari said it is a difficult task to build highways in rugged terrain of Himalayas cutting through its rocks but the work is in full swin...
19 Jun, 2016, 01.12 PM IST
'Incredible Himalayas' to ensure tourist visits round the yearIndian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) is working with Union Tourism Ministry to promote 'Incredible Himalayas' to ensure round-the-ye...
05 Jan, 2016, 07.29 PM IST
Massive landslide disrupts Badrinath yatra, no casualties reportedNo casualties were reported although sources said that four machines, kept for road-clearing, were struck by heavy boulders and pushed into...
01 May, 2015, 11.04 AM IST
Nepal quake: IAF rescues 16 mountaineers from Pune stranded on Mount EverestThe trekking group from Pune who was on its maiden expedition from Lukla to Mount Everest base camp, a 12-day programme, was trapped mid-wa...
28 Apr, 2015, 11.02 PM IST
Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi to undertake Kedarnath yatra tomorrowThe 45-year-old Congress leader will start his yatra from Gauri Kund at around 11.30 AM along with a number of political leaders and others.
22 Apr, 2015, 10.48 PM IST
Head for the hills: A lot on offer this summerThis year - incidentally the 50th since the first Indian expedition summitted Mount Everest in 1965 - there seems to be a lot happening ato...
30 Mar, 2015, 10.49 AM IST
Himalayas offer limitless safe routes: Tips for a novice trekkerHow many of you wanted to climb the Himalayas but were too scared to? Or thought that one had to be a trained mountaineer? Trust me anyone ...
27 Apr, 2014, 04.00 AM IST
Why India lost out to Nepal, Pakistan, China in mountain adventureLack of 8,000-m-plus peaks and red tape are some of the reasons why mountaineers are giving India the go-by. But plans are afoot to make In...
22 Apr, 2012, 02.49 AM IST
- Adventure tourism to gain fillip in Kashmir
A five-member team of International Mountaineering Federation (IMF) in association with the tourism department of Kashmir promotes trekking...
10 May, 2008, 09.23 PM IST