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Himlung avalanche death toll rises to seven as search continues
30 September 2026The bodies of three more missing workers have been recovered from the Himlung Himal base camp, taking the death toll from the avalanche to seven, according to the expedition organiser and rescuers.
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ClimbingFour Russians to attempt first ascent of Gangapurna West peak
30 September 2026A four-member Russian mountaineering team has obtained a climbing permit to attempt Gangapurna West (Lachenal), a 7,140-metre peak in the Annapurna region that remains unclimbed despite previous expeditions.
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Travel & LeisureThorong Pass, Tilicho trekking routes closed in Manang
30 September 2026The Thorong Pass and Tilicho trekking routes in Manang have been closed until further notice, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).
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Climbing12 people from 8 districts still missing in Himlung Himal avalanche; search and recovery resume
30 September 2026A ground team is all set to resume search and recovery for missing mountain workers at the Himlung Himal base camp today, said the expedition organizer.
