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Mount Everest now covered under mobile phone network

Indian — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 07:52:46 +0000

Mobile phone networks are being installed virtually everywhere to enable travellers to keep in touch with their family, friends and work. Until recently hostile terrains amidst the icy Himalayan peaks were inaccessible by mobile phones...

O'Neil Europe announces to launch a high performance Navjacket

Seema — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:11:36 +0000

O’Neill Europe has announced the launch of a high performance unique jacket for mountains. The Navjacket will guide you in the mountains with the help of the integrated display on the sleeves and the audio instructions given through the...

Mount Vinson: Antarctica's highest peak conquered

Kanchan — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 02:27:40 +0000

Trekking from sea level a four-man Australian team reached the 16076 feet (4,900m) high mountain in Antarctica. They braved temperatures of minus 35c at the summit. Roped together for safety they carried all their own supplies, pulling 60kg...