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Joint military exercise ‘Shakti’: Indian, French armies share drills, expertise in jungle survival techniques | India News

May 22, 2024 by Adam Smith

NEW DELHI: The ongoing 7th edition of Joint Exercise Shakti witnessed a significant collaboration between the Indian and French armies as they exchanged drills and expertise in jungle survival techniques. Held at the Joint Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya, the exercise emphasized survival skills essential for mountainous terrains and sub-conventional scenarios.Commencing on May 13, the … Read more

Shizuoka joins Yamanashi Prefecture to restrict night climbing on Mt. Fuji

February 14, 2024 by Scott Martin

Shizuoka – The prefectural government of Shizuoka has said it will restrict entrance to trails on Mount Fuji after 4 p.m. from this summer to ease overcrowding and enhance safety, following a similar announcement by neighboring Yamanashi Prefecture. The measures, announced Tuesday, will be implemented on a trial basis to prevent unsafe climbing practices such … Read more

Mount Everest Climbers Asked To Bring Their Poop To Base Camp. Here’s Why

February 8, 2024 by Adam Smith

Only a few bring their excrement back in biodegradable bags while climbing Mt Everest. Mount Everest climbers have been asked to clear their poop and bring it back to the base camp so that it can be disposed of, as per a report in the BBC. The decision has been taken by the Pasang Lhamu … Read more

A female photographer found a way to help hundreds of dogs get adopted

November 6, 2023 by Lisa Jhon

Rachael Rodgers is a photographer who documents her road trips on Instagram. But her travel companions aren’t family members or friends — they’re dogs without permanent homes. Rodgers, who lives in the small hamlet of Exshaw in Alberta, Canada, said she has traveled with hundreds of dogs across Canada, plus three U.S. states — Washington, … Read more