himalayan region

April 03, New Delhi — India signed an agreement with Nepal on Thursday to undertake seven high-impact development projects in the Himalayan nation, under a grant assistance of NPR 4.73 million.The Indian Embassy and Nepal's Ministry of General Administration signed a Memorandum of...

Kathmandu, April 2 India signed an agreement with Nepal on Thursday to undertake seven high-impact development projects in the Himalayan nation under a grant assistance of NPR 4.73 million.The Indian Embassy here and Nepal's Ministry of General Administration signed the Memorandum of...

Kohima, April 1 – Researchers from Nagaland University and a university in Nainital have used advanced Geographic Information System (GIS) modeling and remote sensing techniques to examine environmental changes in the Kohima district of Nagaland. Their study provides critical scientific insights...

Kathmandu, April 1 The US has lowered its travel advisory for Nepal, stating that the security situation in the Himalayan nation is now "stable," while still advising citizens to exercise caution.With the formation of the Balendra Shah-led government in Nepal, the advisory level was lowered...

New Delhi, March 27 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Balendra Shah 'Balen' on being sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Nepal, saying that he looks forward to working closely with him to deepen India-Nepal ties for the mutual benefit of both nations...

Pithoragarh, March 26 Nainital MP Ajay Bhatt has written a letter to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, stating that the Defence Institute of Bio-Energy Research (DIBER) in Haldwani should not be shut down, as it would adversely affect farmers, local youth and traders, and scientists employed in...

Dehradun, March 16 The doors of Sri Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand – the gurdwara located at the highest altitude in the world – will be opened for devotees on May 23, the shrine administration said on Monday.Narendrajit Singh Bindra, President of the Sri Hemkund Sahib Management Trust, shared...

Bilaspur (HP), March 14 A sheep herder was allegedly killed by his helper in the Guga Malhot area of the Bilaspur district, police said on Saturday.The accused killed the victim by repeatedly striking his neck with an axe on Friday night, they said, adding that he fled the spot afterwards and...

Itanagar, March 11 – Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Wednesday urged tour operators to play a proactive role in promoting sustainable and responsible tourism in the state, with a greater focus on community participation and adventure tourism.Speaking with...

Kolkata, March 11 Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered two new species of lichen moths in the eastern Himalayan region.The newly identified species – Caulocera hollowayi by S Singh, N Singh & Bhattacharya, 2026, and Asura buxa by Bhattacharya, S Singh & N Singh...

Gangtok, March 8 Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur and Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Sunday greeted women on the occasion of International Women's Day, and highlighted their dedication and contributions to society.Mathur said that women in the Himalayan state are playing a leading role...

Shimla, March 7 The Himachal Pradesh government is making sustained efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness, improve early warning systems, and develop resilient infrastructure to cope with the increasing risks posed by climate change, said Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi on Saturday.He...

New Delhi, February 26 Describing glacial lake outburst events in the Himalayan region as "very serious," international environmental expert Pema Gyamtsho said that urgent action is needed to monitor risks and strengthen disaster preparedness.Speaking on the impacts of climate change in the...

New Delhi, February 25 Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Wednesday that India's commitment to climate ambition is rooted in equity, resilience, and sustainable growth.The minister made the remarks while inaugurating the 2026 edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit...

Rajouri, February 23: A one-day seminar on the potential of medicinal and aromatic plants for conservation, cultivation, and entrepreneurship in the Himalayan region was held at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University.The event was organized by the Centre for Biodiversity Studies in collaboration...

New Delhi, February 22 Efforts led by local communities and organizations, through farmer-producer organizations, have led to a systemic change in climate policy in India's Himalayan region, resulting in improved farmer incomes, increased crop yields, and more resilient farming systems...

February 18, New Delhi – Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral discussion with Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit. PM Modi met with Bhutanese Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay, reaffirming the close and unique partnership between...

Mumbai, February 15 – Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu unveiled the teaser of the upcoming mythological action film ‘Nagabandham’ on Sunday.The film is set in the mystical Himalayan region, and the teaser gives a glimpse into a world where a secret older than time itself lies hidden. When one...