#Himalayas

ZSI Survey Maps Wild Bee Populations in Tawang High Altitudes

Zoological Survey of India researchers documented diverse wild bee species in Tawang, highlighting the urgent need to protect alpine floral habitats.

Rinchen K • 8 Oct 2026

Sikkim MP Urges Defence Minister to Overhaul Fragile Border Highways

Sikkim MP Dr. Indra Hang Subba wants climate-resilient roads in North Sikkim to combat frequent landslides and ensure reliable connectivity.

Riya Lepcha • 7 Sep 2026

Sikkim Wraps Up Major Field Study on Glacial Flood Risks

Sikkim scientists finished a three-year study of nine high-risk glacial lakes to better predict and prevent deadly outburst floods in the Himalayas.

Aiden Bhutia • 3 Sep 2026

Sikkim Officials Demand Climate Justice Following Nepal Floods

Sikkim officials are calling for global accountability after Nepal floods mirror the 2023 South Lhonak glacial disaster, blaming rising climate risks.

Aiden Bhutia • 2 Sep 2026

Sikkim ramps up glacial lake safety after Nepal disaster

Sikkim is accelerating high-altitude lake monitoring and mitigation efforts to prevent floods following a massive, fatal disaster in neighboring Nepal.

Aiden Bhutia • 1 Sep 2026

Rare Pink Flowers Transform High-Altitude Sikkim Valleys

Rare Himalayan flowers are painting the Kupup and Gnathang valleys pink, drawing a surge of tourists to the high-altitude region before winter snows hit.

Riya Lepcha • 31 Aug 2026