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Successful trial run of train in KashmirAfter decades of wait, a train has finally started chugging on rail tracks in Kashmir. The Northern Railways today conducted trial run of an eight-coach Diesel-Electric Multiple Unit (DEMU) train between Ompora in Badgam district of central Kashmir and Kakapora in Pulwama district of south Kashmir. The trial run was conducted to check safety aspects on the Kakapora-Pampore-Nowgam-Badgam track in the Qazigund-Baramula section. The train covered distance of 22 km from Badgam to Kakapora in 18 minutes, attaining maximum speed of 110 km per hour. The train took almost same time in covering the return distance from Kakapora to Badgam. The train has air-conditioned coaches with heating system and push-back seats. This is for the first time in the history of Indian Railways that a train with all these facilities will cover short distances in a particular area/region. An inspection for opening of Railways for the carriage of passengers was also carried out on the occasion. With this successful trial run, a new chapter has been added in the history of Indian Railways. Talking about Medicines which help in AMS
Quote Medicines which help in AMS Medicines which help in AMShere is always a debate on use of medicines in AMS. I would suggest that attitude should me to avoid factors of AMS. 1. Work high and sleep low: This is one of the oldest formula but as climbing is becoming more and more expesnive- people are trying to play with human body. But if you work high and sleep at low altitude-you can always have safe and tension free time in mountains. 2. Drinking Water:Afterall it is water which plays important role when you start your jounrey and then walking from mountain base village. If you can concentrate on your water input and urine output-you can always avoid having AMS. In colder and high places- drink warm water as much as posible-this also helps in having less pressure on heart and kidneys. 3. Diazepam /Alprazolam: These are good muscle relaxant besides giving you good start of sleep. Should not be regularly used and should not be overdozed. 4. Disprin/Aspirin: are first medicine of choice when headaches are there. They also make blood THIN to pass through small cappilaries. This medicine is FIRST AID in heart attacks and chest pains also. But creates GESTITIS-so should not bemixed with any alcohoal beavarge-can cause severe vommitting. 5. Diclofenic Sodium: In India-popular brand is VOVRAN-S and VOVARAN-M Both are good muscle relaxant. 6. USE OF GARLIC: This is oldest but most effective than having any medicine. GARLIC chewing creates bad odor but helps in controlling blood pressure and thus AMS. WHAT TO DO IF AMS IS FOUND: Should always retreat from mountains. Never stay high-this could be fatal. COMBIFLAM: This is INDIAN TRADEMARK which is good and safe as it works both as analgesic as well as anti-inflammatory. GUM PAINT: This is most helpful and reduces use of sleeping pills as pain of gums is common in climbing [ Cold water from streams and glaciers can cause ]. Gum paint acts like local anesthesia and climber do not feel pain. Talking about Packing list for trekking in himalayas
Quote Packing list for trekking in himalayas Packing list for trekking in himalayasThis section deserves your attention. You will need to bring clothing and equipment that can be used in a wide spectrum of weather conditions. Within the same 24 hour period, it can be freezing cold in the morning, sunny and warm with blue skies during the day, raining or snowing by late afternoon and back to freezing cold at night. You must balance being properly clothed and equipped with your weight allowance and your budget. Along with the information on this page, we encourage you to contact your agency or with any questions as you get ready for your trip and / or before you consider making an expensive gear purchase. Remember: The layering of clothing is considered an outdoor art form. Men's Clothing & Equipment Pack List: Head. -Sun hat, scarf and/or bandanna -Light balaclava or warm fleece hat -Sunglasses with UV protection Torso. -T-shirts x 2 quick-drying synthetic -Light & expedition weight thermals -Fleece jacket or pullover -Waterproof shell jacket -Down vest and/or jacket Hands. -Lightweight gloves x 2 -Heavyweight gloves or mittens Lower body. -Underwear x 4 -Hiking shorts (2) -Lightweight hiking long pants -Light & expedition weight thermals -Fleece or wool pants -Waterproof shell pants Feet. -Thin, lightweight inner sock liners (2) -Thick, warm wool hiking socks (3) -Worn in hiking boots and spare laces -Camp shoes -Gaiters Accessories. -Sleeping bag rated to 0 degrees F -Headlamp w/ spare bulbs and batteries -Duffle bag and small lock -Basic First Aid Kit -Large plastic bags - to keep items dry -Daypack (approx. 2500 to 3000 c.i.) -Thermarest sleeping pad -One liter water bottles x 2 -Toiletries -Small wash towel -Trekking poles (optional) Women's Clothing & Equipment Pack List: Head. -Sun hat, scarf and/or bandanna -Light balaclava or warm fleece hat -Sunglasses with UV protection Torso. -T-shirts x 2 quick-drying synthetic -Light & expedition weight thermals -Fleece jacket or pullover -Waterproof shell jacket -Down vest and/or jacket Hands. -Lightweight gloves x 2 -Heavyweight gloves or mittens Lower body. -Underwear x 4 -Hiking shorts (2) -Lightweight hiking long pants -Light & expedition weight thermals -Fleece or wool pants -Waterproof shell pants Feet. -Thin, lightweight inner sock liners (2) -Thick, warm wool hiking socks (3) -Worn in hiking boots and spare laces -Camp shoes -Gaiters Accessories. -Sleeping bag rated to 0 degrees F -Headlamp w/ spare bulbs and batteries -Duffle bag and small lock -Basic First Aid Kit -Large plastic bags - to keep items dry -Daypack (approx. 2500 to 3000 c.i.) -Thermarest sleeping pad -One liter water bottles x 2 -Toiletries -Small wash towel -Trekking poles (optional) |
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