Study links living at higher altitudes to higher levels of child stunting

Aug 25, 2020

Washington [US], Aug 25 : Children living at high altitudes are found to be more stunted, on average, than peers residing at lower altitudes,...

Himveers of ITBP practice yoga at high altitudes in Himalayas

Jun 21, 2022

New Delhi [India], June 21 : On the occasion of the 8th International Day of Yoga, the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel practised yoga...

Living at high altitudes may lower chance of deadly stroke: Study

Sep 30, 2021

Washington [US], September 30 : A new study has found that people who live at higher altitudes have a lower risk of stroke and...

"Flying at high altitude in Ladakh is challenging for both aviators, technicians": Army official

Sep 21, 2024

The Indian Army's top aviation officer, Brigadier Gurdeep Singh, highlighted the difficulties faced by aviators and technicians while operating at high altitudes in Ladakh.

Despite having advanced weapons, Chinese forces can't fight at high altitudes: Report

Sep 15, 2021

Beijing [China], September 15 : China's rising arms, ammunition and advanced weapons indicate that the communist regime has enhanced its military capabilities and made...

Indian Army's Trishakti Corps begins AMAR combat training at high altitudes exceeding 14000 ft.

Nov 25, 2025

According to PRO Defence, this training was conducted in sub-zero temperatures, rarefied air, and rugged terrain. This training aims to prepare soldiers to respond...