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A Image From Himalaya - Kinnaur
Quote A Image From Himalaya - Kinnaur A Image From Himalaya - Kinnaur Glimpses from Kinnaur- A tribal Himachal Pradesh region which is till embedded somewhere between modern and traditional India. Talking about Talking about Siachen trek despite Pakistan protest
Quote Talking about Siachen trek despite Pakistan protest 7 cops suspended for taking liquor on duty Seven police personnel, including an
ASI and three havildars, were suspended today on a charge of consuming
liquor while on duty at a function held on Sunday.
The personnel against whom action was taken had allegedly taken liquor while on duty at Dara Studio in Phase VI where Punjab minister Manpreet Singh Badal had come for the function. The policemen suspended were ASI Amarjit Singh, havildar Jaspal Singh, havildar Karamjit Singh, havildar Matu Ram, Surmukh Singh, constable Som Nath and constable Bahadur Singh. Talking about Siachen trek despite Pakistan protest
Quote Siachen trek despite Pakistan protest Siachen trek despite Pakistan protest Notwithstanding Pakistan’s vociferous
protests, the Indian Army will organise a civilian mountaineering and
trekking expedition to the Siachen Glacier for the second year in a row
in October-November this year. Even before the planned Siachen trekking kicks off, the Indian Army will take out its own expedition to the glacial heights of Khatling on the Indo-Tibetan border in Uttarakhand later this month. “The Siachen trekking expedition this year is in its planning stage and we are determined to take civilian mountaineers to the glacier this year. Khatling expedition by the Army’s 15 Mechanised Infantry Regiment will take place from June 25 to July 7,” a source in the Army headquarters said. Both the expeditions are meant to show to the international audience that Indian troops hold both the Siachen and Khatling glacial heights and that neither Pakistan nor China were anywhere near the two glaciers. Amidst reports of frequent intrusions by China’s Peoples Liberation Army (PLA) into the Indian territory along the Indo-Tibetan border, the Khatling expedition would leave imprints of the Army team’s visit to the glacier. “The imprints could be anything from an Indian-made shoe or a copy of an Indian newspaper adequately sealed in a plastic folder to ensure it does not get wet or damaged in the snowy terrain. This would enable India to assert Khatling Glacier is its territory and counter any future threat of a Chinese claim,” a source said. The civilian Siachen expedition last September had run into a controversy after Pakistan lodged a strong protest, calling it “incongruous” to ongoing peace efforts between the two countries. Though
the Army halted the trip immediately after the protest, it went ahead
with the trekking expedition after a go-ahead was given by the UPA
government. COASTAL TREKKING INDIACoastal trekking is not as popular in India as it should be. Not very takers for walking along with the huge coastal line India offers. No one has explored much in this erena except trekking in Goa which is reduced to walking from one beach to another but a serious route has yet to be established. I suggest to hardcore trekkers to explore this scenic land starting from North Goa to South Goa. North Goa does not have plam trees and most of the time you will be walking under Sun- so start early if you do not like a Sun tanned skin.
Same situation is in Kerala - not much takers for coastal trekking which could have been a boon for looking deep into village lives of people living at coast. Kedarnath- Badrinath, new route by Tapin Pandit,58 kms onlyTapan Pandit, a teacher from kolkatta has discovered a new route of only 58kms by trek between KEDARNATH and BADRINATH. Old route was 186 kms and was not easy where new route is short and goes through moraine, bushes but can be enjoyed by trekkers. Caution is required from wild animals, reptiles and mountain hazards. A myth that in old times, a single pandit used to perform rituals in both temples gave him clue to find possibility of a route which he finds ultimately. Tapan Pandit - a experienced trekker spend lot of time in reseach on google earth. Thanks to google earth which provides him a topographical view of this route and rest required was dedication and belief in himsel. His students helps him in this crusade. A humble soul- trekked al this length with his students and wife USHA PANDIT. Couple along with a student managed this tough trek without much difficulty through NEELKANTH region. ROUTE: Kedarnath - Chopta- Mana-Badrinath 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) RESCUE COMPLETED- RUSSIAN EXPEDITION LIFTEDRescue work has been completed as RUSSIN expedition has been air-lifted by Indian Air Force helisopter from ARWA TAL and expeditions had been called -off and safely return to base camps like HARSIL and PITHORGARH due on extreme weather conditions in UTTARAKHAND -resulting in heavy snow-fall and blizzards.
Inquiries from all over the world had been coming for well-being of over 100 trekkers and thier support staff being stranded in high reaches of himalayas of UTTARAKHAND. Although being considered best season to climb and trek in UTTARAKHAND- changing weather forces many to see life-and-death drama in high clouds. From Badrinath to Gangotri there is a high altitude trekking route. There has been a lot of snowing along that route in the past few days. And since it (the snowfall) has occurred before time, a lot of trekkers were stranded. "No permission is being given to trekkers at present either for Uttarkashi or Chamoli," Kumar said, adding that "No other group is stranded as of now." A team of German and Indian trekkers that was scheduled to take the same route as the Russian group has returned from the base camp after the snowfall. Earlier rescue efforts were hampered as helicopters were snowed in and ground rescue teams could not reach the region, which lies at an altitude of between 18,000 and 21,000 feet (5,486 and 6,401 metres). With more and more inquiries regarding well-being of trekkers and rescue work in himalayas coming to our office-please use 91 9915160121 phone for further information. Talking about Places to see in Punjab
Quote Places to see in Punjab Talking about Four Climbers of Indian Army Missing on Mountains
Quote Four Climbers of Indian Army Missing on Mountains Four Climbers of Indian Army Missing on MountainsFour mountaineers of Indian army on a expedition to Mt. Nanda Devi are
reported missing. Rescue had been stopped due to bad weather. Uttarakhand is going through weather disturbance which caused heavy rains in this region since a week. SOURCE: http://www.himadventures.net/outdoor_forums/index.php/topic,26.msg496/topicseen.html#msg496 Talking about Five dead trekkers bodies in Uttarakhand Himalayas
Quote Five dead trekkers bodies in Uttarakhand Himalayas Five dead trekkers bodies in Uttarakhand HimalayasSearch and rescue operation had been called-off due to bad weather after more than 50 member team of search and rescue from ITBP and police faced bad weather at altitude of 15,000 ft in Uttarakhand.
An army expidition reported 5 dead bodies of trekkers which are supposed to be Europeans. No identity had been fixed yet as it was possible to bring only ONE DEAD BODY down.
Body of a women which had been brought by ITBP and Uttarakhand police was frozen and forensic tests will be performed on it.
THIS IS TO NOTE THAT MANY TREKKERS AND CLIMBERS GOES MISSING IN HIMALAYAS AND IT IS ONLY AFTER MONTHS AND YEARS THAT PEOPLE COMES TO KNOW ABOUT THEIR FATE. A EYEWITNESS HAD CLAIMED THAT THESE BODIES COULD BE ANYWHERE FROM 5-8 YEARS OLD.
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