In a remarkable achievement on the world’s highest mountain, Russian climber Nikol Kovalchuk has become the first Russian woman to successfully summit Mount Everest without using supplemental oxygen. The historic ascent was even more impressive because it was Nikol Kovalchuk’s first-ever attempt on Everest. Climbing to an altitude of 8,848.86 meters without bottled oxygen is considered one of the most…
Every year on June 3, Nepal celebrates Annapurna Climbing Day, a special occasion that commemorates one of the most important achievements in mountaineering history. The date marks the successful first ascent of Annapurna I on June 3, 1950, by French climbers Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal. This achievement changed the course of Himalayan exploration forever. At 8,091 meters, Annapurna I…
On 8 June 1924, two British climbers disappeared high on the slopes of Mount Everest while attempting what would have been the first ascent of the world’s highest mountain. More than a century later, the fate of George Mallory and Andrew Irvine remains one of the greatest mysteries in mountaineering history. The question is simple yet profound: Did Mallory and…
A groundbreaking adventure attempt could soon make history in the Himalayas. Chinese extreme sports athlete Han Xiao has received official authorization from Nepal to launch a paraglider directly from the summit of Mount Everest, potentially becoming the first person in history to legally complete an Everest Summit Paragliding flight from the world’s highest peak. The permit, approved by Nepal’s tourism…
Nepal’s digital transportation platform Pathao has officially entered the helicopter tourism sector with the launch of Pathao Heli, a new service that allows users to book helicopter flights directly through the Pathao app. The service has been launched in partnership with Simrik Airlines and is expected to make helicopter travel in Nepal more accessible, digital, and convenient for both domestic…
Traveling to Sri Lanka has now become easier and more affordable for Nepali travelers after a major new announcement from the Sri Lankan Embassy in Kathmandu. Nepalese citizens can now apply for a Free Sri Lanka Tourist Visa through the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system for tourism purposes. The new policy officially came into effect on May 25, 2026, and…
Nepali MMA fighter Rabindra Dhant is set to represent Nepal today in a highly anticipated Road to UFC Season 5 showdown against Filipino fighter Kimbert Alintozon. Carrying an impressive 9-1 professional MMA record, Rabindra enters the bout with momentum, discipline, and the hopes of thousands of Nepali fight fans behind him. This fight is part of the prestigious Road to…
As darkness covered the slopes of Mount Everest, an American ultra-runner quietly began one of the most dangerous endurance attempts in modern Himalayan history. Tyler Andrews, 35, left Everest Base Camp aiming to summit the world’s highest mountain and return back down in one continuous push without using supplemental oxygen. If successful, Andrews could break one of Everest’s longest-standing speed…
Mount Everest continues to attract climbers from around the world despite its extreme altitude, unpredictable weather, and dangerous terrain. During the 2026 spring climbing season, Everest once again witnessed both remarkable achievements and heartbreaking tragedies. As of First June 2026, there have been 5 confirmed fatalities on Mount Everest, making the topic of Total Death on Everest in 2026 one…
The Spring 2026 expedition season on Mount Everest has become one of the most historic climbing seasons ever recorded after more than 270 climbers successfully reached the summit in a single day. The achievement has drawn global attention to Nepal’s mountaineering industry, with expedition operators calling it one of the biggest milestones in Everest climbing history. The phrase 270 climbers…