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New research suggests the Indian Plate may be splitting apart beneath the Himalayas, challenging long-held geological theories and offering insights into mountain formation.
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Himalayas, South Asia, southern Tibet, western Tibet
Who
scientists, Douwe van Hinsbergen, Anne Meltzer
What
New research suggests the Indian Plate may be splitting apart beneath the Himalayas, challenging long-held geological theories and offering insights into mountain formation.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 06:13:11 GMT · 5h 30m ago
Where
Himalayas, South Asia, southern Tibet, western Tibet ·
Why
The Indian Plate, previously believed to be a solid slab, is now understood to be fragmenting through delamination and deep underground tears.
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This discovery reshapes scientific understanding of how mountain ranges evolve and the potential for future earthquake risks across South Asia, as stress responsible for earthquakes may originate deeper than previously thought. The findings also provide insight into continental collisions worldwide.
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