New Delhi: The Siachen Glacier in India, which is the world’s highest battlefield, has now been opened to tourists, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said in Ladakh on Monday. The Defence Minister was in Ladakh, along with Army chief Gen. Bipin Rawat, to inaugurate a strategically located bridge across the Shyok River which will provide easy […]
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Army mulling to re-open Siachen Glacier to tourists
New Delhi: The Army is considering a proposal to re-open Siachen Glacier, the world’s highest battlefield, in Ladakh for tourists, sources said on Tuesday. Mountaineering expeditions used to be allowed to Siachen till 1984 before the ice-clad high altitude region was militarized following machinations by Pakistan. The sources said the proposal is being considered with […]
Soldiers at Siachen break eggs with hammer, shows video
New Delhi: Life is tough at Siachen where temperature could range from minus 40 to minus 70 degrees Celsius, but a video showing soldiers posted there breaking eggs with hammer has won hearts. The video that has gone viral on social media offers a glimpse of everyday hardships of the soldiers at the world’s highest […]
Navy chief visits Siachen Glacier
Jammu : Navy chief, Admiral Sunil Lanba on Monday visited the Siachen Glacier and lauded the unwavering dedication and high morale of the troops deployed there, a defence statement said. “Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee & ChiefofNavalStaff visited Siachen. Extolled all ranks for their unwavering dedication & high morale,” said a statement […]