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Time of India
30-06-2025
- Time of India
Anand Mahindra's latest travel crush is a hidden 'out of this world' destination in India
While most travellers chase sunsets in Santorini or the northern lights in Norway, Anand Mahindra is busy shining the spotlight on a hidden Himalayan gem that looks straight out of a fantasy novel. Over the weekend, the business tycoon and Mahindra Group chairman shared a photo of Arunachal Pradesh's Dibang Valley with a short, powerful caption: 'Out of this world beauty… But right here in India.' And just like that, one of the most isolated regions in the country suddenly found itself basking in well-deserved attention. — anandmahindra (@anandmahindra) Located in the far reaches of India's Northeast, Dibang Valley is a land of jaw-dropping beauty and raw, untouched nature. Snow-capped peaks, thick pine and bamboo forests, roaring rivers born in the Himalayas, high-altitude lakes, and gushing waterfalls — the landscape feels like something a CGI artist might dream up. Yet, it's all real. This remote district in Arunachal Pradesh is one of the least explored regions in the country, offering an experience that's more about serenity and soul than selfies and schedules. You can also trek to the Seven Lakes that leads you to one of the Himalayas' best-kept secrets — seven stunning high-altitude lakes nestled in the unnamed hills of India's remote frontier state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 12 "Ridiculous" Benefits The VA Never Mentioned Veteran Deals Today Install Now Undo Mipi Trek (Pic credit- Dibang Valley website) At the heart of Dibang Valley is Anini, the district headquarters, nestled amid majestic ranges and often blanketed in snow. Other lesser-known treasures like Dambuen in the Dri Valley, Mipi Circle in Mathu Valley, Maliney in Talon Valley, and Anelih in Ahi Valley are waiting to be explored by those willing to trade comfort for curiosity. The best time to visit is between November and March, when the air is crisp and the landscapes at their most dramatic. The region becomes largely inaccessible during the summer monsoon months, only adding to its allure as a seasonal escape. Dibang Valley (Pic credit- Dibang Valley website) But Dibang Valley isn't just about scenery. It is home to the Idu-Mishmi tribe — the valley's lone native inhabitants — known for their unique customs, hairstyles, and vibrant clothing marked with detailed artistic patterns. Belonging to the Mongoloid race and speaking a Tibeto-Burman dialect, the Idu-Mishmis have preserved their cultural identity with pride. Their way of life, deeply connected with nature and tradition, adds another layer of richness to the already captivating terrain.
CBS News
04-04-2025
- General
- CBS News
Minnesota sisters from Myanmar raise money for earthquake relief in homeland
The death toll of the Southeast Asia earthquake has climbed to more than 3,100 people. In Myanmar, rescue teams are searching the rubble for any signs of the more than 200 people still missing. As recovery efforts continue, a group here in the Twin Cities is doing all it can to help those overseas. The moment a 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar was when these St. Paul sisters had enough. "I couldn't even believe it, what was going on. The more I look at it, the more overwhelming it is," said Mirian Seng Bu, who lives in St. Paul. Mirian and her sisters Ruth, Margaret and Mary are all 'Kachin,' a Tibeto-Burman group in northern Myanmar, also known as Burma. The family chose Minnesota as home after the coup d'état. So, while consuming headlines showing a death toll of 3,000-plus in and around their homeland... "Me and my sisters here just said, 'We cannot sit still like this,' and we just started coming up with the fundraising idea" said Mirian. An idea now showing over $6,000 raised on GoFundMe and a chunk raised outside of the platform. "What we are really making sure is that all of the donations will go straight to the victims out there," Mirian told WCCO. They're partnering with an Anglican archbishop whom the family is close with and a leader of a youth philanthropist organization who's already helped in situations just like the following: "They just rescued a girl who was trapped over 120 hours in a hotel in Mandalay," Mirian added. And since the sisters can't be there to rescue... "Let's just speak up on behalf of my country," Mirian said. "We people never give up easily, I believe in my people. They'll do their best to rebuild our future again." The sisters have all studied at St. Paul College and hope their fundraising efforts will go a long way.
