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Seventy-five runners just completed the world's highest frozen lake half marathon on a Himalayan lake at nearly 14,000 feet, setting a Guinness World Record. The event brought winter tourism and jobs to remote border villages while raising awareness about climate change.
While viral videos of snow leopards grab headlines, grassroots heroes across India's Himalayas are doing the daily work that saves these endangered "ghosts of the mountains." From rescue missions to community training, their efforts are bringing real results.
India is building two world-class telescopes in Ladakh's pristine night skies, putting the region on the map as Asia's premier astronomy hub. The massive instruments will unlock secrets of the universe and give Indian scientists access to cutting-edge research without competing for international telescope time.
For the first time in 247 years, Bactrian camels, Zanskar ponies, and raptors joined the Republic Day Parade, showcasing the vital role animals play in protecting India's borders. The historic moment was led by Captain Harshita Raghav, one of the first women officers in the Army's animal corps.