NEW DELHI – A 18-year-old Nepali mountaineer, Nima Rinji Sherpa, set a new world record on October 6, becoming the youngest person to conquer all 14 of the world’s 8,000-meter peaks.

It's often called the “world’s highest garbage dump.” Some estimate 50 metric tons of trash remain on Mount Everest due to ...

Chhewang Nima Sherpa was one of Himalayan veterans, with 19 ascents of Everest to his name. He leaves behind two daughters. Baruntse 7129m is located in front of the South Face of Lhotse (8516m) and ...