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Two Indian climbers have died on Mount Everest, bringing this season's death toll to at least five. Record-holding mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa warns of overcrowding and urges Nepal to tighten regulations. A record number of climbers reached the summit Thursday, with photos showing long lines in the high-altitude zone.
Kami Rita Sherpa has summited Everest for a record 32nd time, breaking the men's record he set last year. Lhakpa Sherpa also achieved her 11th ascent of Everest, surpassing her own women's record.
Rescuers have recovered the body of the last tourist killed in an avalanche on Mount Munkh-Sardyk in the Okinsky District of the Republic of Buryatia, officially concluding the search-and-rescue operation. The entire tourist group perished in the disaster. Authorities are investigating the cause and have urged caution in high-risk areas.
