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Until 2010, outfits like Adventure Consultants and Himex (New Zealand), Alpine Ascents International and International Mountain Guides (US), and Jagged Globe (UK) dominated Everest, while Nepalis worked merely as employees for these firms.

A Hyderabad tech professional, Arun Kumar Tiwari, tragically passed away near Everest's Hillary Step. His family has opted to leave his body on the mountain due to faith, love for the Himalayas, and the immense cost and risk of recovery from the 'death zone'. The recovery operation was quoted at nearly a crore rupees.

Kami Rita sherpa has set a new world record by summiting Mount Everest for the 32nd time, while Lhakpa sherpa achieved her 11th ascent, extending her record for most climbs by a woman. These achievements highlight Nepal's rich mountaineering history amidst a busy climbing season.

Nivesh Karki, executive director and co-founder of Pioneer Adventure, the expedition agency handling the dead climbers, said, “They fell ill while descending at high altitude. We are working out how to retrieve the bodies.”

A Hyderabad tech professional's family has chosen to leave his body on Mount Everest, citing faith and the extreme difficulty of recovery from the 'death zone'. The recovery cost was quoted at nearly Rs 90 lakh, twice the summiting fee. He died descending near Hillary Step after reaching the peak.

Two Indian climbers, Arun Kumar Tiwari and Sandeep Are, tragically died while descending Mount Everest after successfully reaching the summit. Tiwari succumbed to exhaustion near the Hillary Step, while Are developed snow blindness and High Altitude Cerebral Edema. Both had trained with Hyderabad-based Boots and Crampons.

Indian mountaineer Shradha Gupta is currently on her Mount Everest expedition, marking another major milestone in her rapidly rising climbing journey after successfully summiting Mount Manaslu (8,163 metres) -- the world's eighth-highest mountain.

Tribeny Rai's debut feature, "Shape of Momo," is set for a theatrical release in India and Nepal on May 29, 2026, backed by Spirit Media and executive produced by Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti, and Payal Kapadia. The film, set in a Himalayan village, explores generational female relationships and the complex connection to home. It has garnered international acclaim and awards.

Ibn Battuta's timeless quote, 'Traveling gives you home in a thousand strange places, then leaves you a stranger in your own land,' resonates deeply with modern travellers. Journeys foster connections, making unfamiliar locales feel like home through shared experiences and human kindness. Upon return, a profound internal shift occurs, altering perspectives and making one feel detached from their familiar surroundings.

A devastating bus accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed at least 21 lives and left several injured as the vehicle plunged into a gorge. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities confirming heavy casualties are anticipated. Efforts are being made to provide medical aid and airlift critically wounded passengers.

Kolkata commuters face significant disruptions as buses and app cabs vanish from city roads ahead of the Assembly elections. Transporters report vehicles are requisitioned for election duties, impacting public transport availability and causing fare hikes. Many app cabs have also been garaged due to fear of requisition, leading to longer waits and increased costs for passengers.