Multiple factors, including slab geometry and upper-plate stress state, determine the variation in slip behaviour along most megathrusts, according to a synthesis of observations of the Alaska ...

This week, alpinist Anatoli Boukreev would have turned 67. One of the best alpinists of the 20th century, Boukreev made hundreds of bold ascents.

Arjun Vajpai has often spoken about how important it is to respect mountains. Here's how he seeks the blessings of the mighty Kangchenjunga at its feet before beginning his ascent to the top of the ...

Ever felt that irresistible urge to transcend the ordinary? To stand tall, literally, amidst the clouds? The beckoning call of Mount Everest, the tallest mountain in the world, isn't just about height ...