The discovery of marine rocks and fossils on Mount Everest reveals that the world’s highest peak was once part of an ancient ocean floor millions of years ago.
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Spiti Valley Declared India’s First Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO
UNESCO has officially recognized Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh as India’s first Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve under its Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme. The declaration celebrates Spiti’s fragile yet fascinating ecosystem, where glaciers, rare wildlife, and centuries-old Himalayan culture coexist.
