The night sky over Hanle Dark Sky Reserve in remote high-altitude deserts of eastern Ladakh has become a talking point on social media. On the nights of January 19 and 20, auroral activity was ...

Astronomy is the oldest of the sciences. The sky is a free resource, and those who live away from city lights are fortunate to enjoy it for their passion, imagination, and even livelihoods. That’s the ...

On most nights in India, the sky fades quietly behind city lights, haze, and noise. But high up in the trans-Himalayas, there is a village where darkness still belongs to the stars. Hanle, a remote ...

Hanle-Chumar Road opens, unlocking Ladakh’s hidden gems, scenic lakes, and world-class stargazing experiences for travelers. (Representative Image: Canva) The Hanle-Chumar road in Ladakh is now open ...

A tourism initiative in India’s first dark sky reserve has brought new hope to a community as employment means they can stay close to their roots and culture The snow-flecked peaks surrounding the ...

Nestled within the high-altitude deserts of Ladakh, Hanle is often cited as one of the best spots in India for stargazing at the Milky Way. Located at approximately 4,500 meters above sea level, this ...