Kami Rita Sherpa Sets Global Record with 32nd Successful Everest Ascent
Known as the 'Everest Man', he began his mountaineering career in 1992 and achieved his first summit in 1994.
Simultaneously, Lhakpa Sherpa, known as the 'Mountain Queen', completed her 11th ascent, the highest for a female climber.
Mount Everest, standing at 8,849 meters, continues to be a focal point for global mountaineering achievements and Sherpa legacy.
Key Facts / Static GK
Location: Himalayas, border of Nepal and China (Tibet).
Practice Quiz — 18 May 2026
Q1. Under the new SEBI proposal regarding the Investor Protection Fund (IPF), what happens if a depository's administrative expenses exceed 5% of the annual income earned from IPF investments?
Q2. What is the primary function of the Unclaimed Deposit Reference Number (UDRN) generated on the RBI's UDGAM portal?
Q3. The newly launched 'Atlas' platform by FinBox aims to reduce the loan processing cycle from approximately 3 weeks to which of the following timeframes?
Q4. Regarding the updated Consumer Price Index (CPI) framework released in 2026, which of the following statements is true?
Q5. Which organization is establishing the ₹480 crore Naval Systems Manufacturing Facility at Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh?
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