Tag: Himalayas

Rising greenhouse gas emissions could boost extreme floods in the Central Himalayas by up to 84% by 2100, threatening communities and economies in Nepal and India.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a grave warning: Himalayan glaciers are collapsing under the strain of the climate crisis. Guterres...

Himalayan glaciers, vital for Asia's water resources, are melting rapidly. This article explores the causes, dangers of glacial lake outbursts (GLOFs), and how communities are adapting.

In the unforgiving terrain of the Himalayas, where nature reigns supreme, lies the enigmatic realm of the snow leopard. Led by skilled scientists and conservationists, India's first-ever rigorous examination of its snow leopard population yields a remarkable revelation: an estimated 718 of these iconic predators roam within the country's borders.

: New research reveals the intricate geology beneath Tibet, suggesting that the Himalayas may be tearing apart. As the Indian and Eurasian plates collide, the subterranean dynamics are more complex than previously thought. Dive into the nuanced findings that indicate the Indian plate's subduction with a twist, potentially peeling away beneath the world's highest mountain range.

Explore the profound impact of reduced air pollution on the Himalayan glaciers during the COVID-19 lockdown. Uncover the link between cleaner air, reduced snowmelt, and the potential salvation of vital water resources for billions in Asia.

Earth's glaciers could face a staggering loss of up to 40% of their mass with a 1.5 degrees Celsius temperature increase by the year 2100, according to a new study.

Winter rain and snow in Western Himalayas could vary by almost 50 per cent depending on the air pressure gradient over the...

Already a known fact that Himalayas are melting, a new study from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) shows that the glacier-capped...

The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) located at Hanle near Leh in Ladakh is becoming one of the promising observatory sites globally, according to a...