A tense standoff unfolded at the Uttarakhand border after groups of Nihang Sikhs reportedly breached security barricades and proceeded toward the revered pilgrimage destination of Hemkund Sahib, triggering concerns among local authorities and law enforcement agencies. The incident occurred amid heightened security arrangements and ongoing efforts by state officials to regulate the movement of pilgrims...
In a significant push toward strengthening infrastructure and enhancing public amenities across Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved development projects worth approximately ₹105 crore. The sanctioned package includes investments in road construction, civic infrastructure improvements, and preparations for future religious and cultural events, particularly the upcoming Kumbh-related initiatives. The approval reflects the state...
A shocking case of alleged caste-based violence has emerged from Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district, where an 18-year-old Dalit youth lost his life after reportedly being assaulted over his friendship with a girl belonging to an upper-caste community. The incident has sparked outrage among local residents and renewed concerns over caste discrimination and violence linked to...
A wedding celebration in Uttarakhand took a devastating turn when a disagreement over dowry and the mehr amount allegedly escalated into a heated confrontation, resulting in the death of the bride’s father from a suspected heart attack. What was expected to be a joyous occasion for two families instead ended in grief, shock, and unanswered...
In a major push aimed at accelerating development across Uttarakhand, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved a comprehensive package of infrastructure, tourism, and welfare initiatives worth approximately ₹1,344 crore. The large-scale financial clearance is expected to strengthen public infrastructure, improve connectivity, promote tourism, and enhance civic amenities across several districts of the state. The...
A railway incident was reported late Monday night near Yog Nagari Railway Station in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, when three coaches of the Ujjaini Express derailed during routine railway operations. Officials confirmed that no casualties or injuries were reported, as the train was not carrying passengers at the time of the incident. According to railway authorities, the...
Veteran Indian politician and former Chief Minister Bhuvan Chandra Khanduri has passed away, marking the end of a long and respected public life defined by discipline, integrity, and decades of service in both state and national politics. Khanduri was widely regarded as one of the most honest and principled leaders in Indian public life. His...
Authorities intensified their investigation into self-styled godman Swami Chaitanyananda by executing multiple fresh searches across his properties, sparking revelations that could substantially deepen the criminal case against him. Officials say that on the day of the raids, investigative teams entered premises connected to Chaitanyananda, including his private institute and residences believed to have sheltered him...
Dehradun: Uttarakhand, renowned for its spiritual significance and natural beauty, has frequently faced devastating natural disasters, including floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. Amidst these challenges, the strong working relationship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami is being hailed as a new model of disaster management. PM Modi, who shares a deep...
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued notices to the Centre and the governments of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir over the recent flood devastation caused by heavy rains and landslides. Expressing grave concern, a bench led by Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran observed...