Source: DD News Context: A severe blizzard struck the eastern face of Mount Everest in Tibet, trapping nearly 1,000 trekkers in the remote Karma valley. About Blizzard: What it is? A blizzard is a severe mid-latitude snowstorm characterized by strong winds (≥56 km/h), low temperatures, and near-zero visibility caused by blowing snow. It occurs when …
Source: TOI Context: The 12th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit (SMDS-XII) began at Doon University, Dehradun. About Sustainable Mountain Development Summit (SMDS): What it is? A flagship annual summit that addresses ecological, economic, and social challenges of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). Acts as a multi-stakeholder platform for dialogue, knowledge sharing, and policy recommendations. Organised by: …
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