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UPDATE: Chances of survival high as number of missing rises to 15 in Himlung Himal avalanche, says rescuers
27 September 2026The chances of survival for those missing in the Himlung Himal avalanche are substantially high as fresh snow swept through tents at the base camp, expedition officials said.
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ClimbingAnnapurna trekking routes closed or awaiting safety clearance
27 September 2026Major trekking routes in the Annapurna Conservation Area remain closed or are awaiting confirmation of safe access following recent adverse weather, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) of the National Trust for Nature Conservation.
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ClimbingNarendra Deo Bhatta elected PATA Nepal Chapter chairman
27 September 2026The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter has elected Heritage Tours & Travel Managing Director Narendra Deo Bhatta as its new chairman, as the tourism industry continues efforts to recover from the Bhotekoshi flood disaster.
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ClimbingUPDATE: Eight IFMGA/NNMGA climbers to conduct search & rescue for 10 people missing in Himlung Himal avalanche
27 September 2026An eight-member team of international mountain guides is all set to fly to the base camp of Himlung Himal to carry out a search-and-rescue operation for 10 people who went missing in an avalanche this morning.
