moon land of leh

Lamayuru, known as 'The moon land of leh,' mesmerizes visitors with its unique moon-like landscapes formed over millions of years. The village boasts the ancient Lamayuru Monastery and rich cultural traditions, making it a must-visit destination in Ladakh for nature lovers, spiritual seekers, and adventurers.

India's first analog space mission begins in Leh, Ladakh with ISRO simulating life in interplanetary habitats. This month-long mission involves a self-sustaining habitat, crucial for India's future lunar and Mars missions. The challenging high-altitude environment provides valuable data for testing life support systems, aiming to advance India's space exploration capabilities.

Mountain bike expedition across the Himalayas has always been an adventure among the youth.

The Hab-1 analog mission in Leh will confine participants to ‘extraterrestrial’ conditions for 30 days, and will help them prepare for the long periods of isolation that are part of an astronaut’s life. Leh's terrain, with hot springs and permafrost, and conditions like low oxygen levels and extreme temperature variations make it ideal for simulation research

Sā Ladakh comes to a close with Ladakhi sounds and spectacular projections.

Ladakh's Mars-like terrain, with its thin air, extreme temperatures, and unique geological features, is attracting space researchers. India is partnering with organizations like Aaka Space Studio and IIT Bombay for its first analogue space mission in Leh, simulating conditions on Mars and the moon.

Explorers have uncovered over 110 megalithic structures near Malampuzha dam in Kerala and stunning Buddhist artifacts in Ratnagiri, Odisha. These discoveries include burial sites dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age, alongside an array of Buddhist art and architecture.

LUCKNOW: Ever seen stars during the day? It will soon be a reality for the students of City Montessori School, which is all set to become the first school in the country to be a member of the ‘Telescopes in Education’ scheme of NASA (National Aeronautics & Space Administration), USA. As a first step towards it, a state-of-the-art online telescopic system will be installed at the Chowk branch of the CMS chain of schools next month. CMS will also host the 2003 annual conference of the Astronomical Society of India

A spontaneous trip to Leh led to an unexpected detour to Lamayuru, a place that defied Instagram expectations with its stark, lunar landscape and profound silence. The author found an unexpected peace, realizing the value of simply existing and doing nothing in a place that encouraged introspection and a quiet gratitude for insignificance.

Embark on a thrilling motorcycle journey through Ladakh with expert tips. Choose a reliable bike, acclimatize in Leh, pack wisely, and carry extra fuel. Navigate challenging roads with caution and respect locals. Embrace unexpected surprises, from sudden snowfalls to unplanned chai breaks, ensuring a memorable experience in the Himalayas.

India offers a diverse range of adventures beyond the usual trekking and rafting. From diving with vibrant marine life in the Andaman Islands to braving the frozen Zanskar River, there are thrills for every adrenaline seeker.

There are many ways to entertain yourself during a short break before the year-end vacation kicks in.

Nine people were killed and many reported missing following flash floods in Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti and Chamba districts of Himachal on Tuesday night and early on Wednesday.

Seven people died and many are feared missing in Honzar village of J&K's Kishtwar district as a cloudburst swept away houses, a ration depot, a bridge and other properties early Wednesday. In Himachal, nine people died while several were reported missing following flash floods in Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti and Chamba districts on Tuesday night and early Wednesday.

The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 15 started with host Amitabh Bachchan welcoming the audience and later expressing his happiness over Chandrayaan 3 touching the moon surface on August 23. He went on to recite beautiful lines appreciating the efforts of the Indian scientists and shared how it is a huge moment for all of us a country.

A plutonium-packed generator disappeared on one of the world’s highest mountains in a hush-hush mission the US still won’t talk about