Uttarakhand

Centre releases over Rs 562 crore to bolster rural local bodies in Punjab, Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh

Feb 18, 2025

Accommodation challenge persists, road closure issue resolved for swimmers at Uttarakhand National Games

Swimmers, who are reaching Uttarakhand to compete in the 38th National Games on Monday, could face significant issues concerning accommodation arrangements. Athletes will reportedly be provided accommodation at Jim Corbett Park, which is 1.5 to 2 hours away from the swimming venue in Haldwani. At the same time, the officials will be put up in Nainital, about 1.5 hours away in the opposite direction creating a logistical challenge for the swimmers at the Games.

Jan 27, 2025

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami

Uttarakhand to implement Uniform Civil Code today

Uttarakhand is set to create history on Monday as it becomes the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

Jan 27, 2025

Dhami cabinet approves UCC manual, dates to be announced soon

U'khand Cabinet approves UCC manual; implementation dates to be announced soon

The Pushkar Singh Dhami-led Cabinet approved the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) manual during a meeting at the state secretariat on Monday, with the dates for its implementation to be announced soon.

Jan 20, 2025

Uniform Civil Code will be implemented in Uttarakhand from Jan 2025: CM Dhami

Uttarakhand is all set to become the first state in the country to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC).

Dec 18, 2024

U'khand: CM Dhami distributes appointment letters to 45 candidates

Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Tuesday distributed appointment letters to 45 newly selected candidates at his official residence. These appointments include 11 Lab Assistants under the Home Department and 34 Regional Youth Welfare Officers under the Provincial Defence Corps Department.

Dec 17, 2024

Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugurates winter char dham yatra, opening doors for year-round pilgrimage

U'khand CM inaugurates Winter Char Dham Yatra, opens doors for year-round pilgrimage

In a historic move aimed at enhancing religious tourism and economic growth, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday inaugurated the Winter Char Dham Yatra at Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, the winter seat of Lord Kedarnath.

Dec 8, 2024

Urvil Patel smashes fastest T20 ton by an Indian batter, breaks Pant's record

SMAT Trophy: Gujarat opener Urvil Patel becomes first batter to score two T20 centuries in 40 balls

Gujarat opener Urvil Patel on Tuesday smashed his second T20 century in just six days, in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Uttarakhand at the Emerald High School Ground. Patel blazed to a 36-ball hundred, leading Gujarat to a commanding eight-wicket victory in just 13.1 overs.

Dec 3, 2024

IPS Deepam Seth appointed as 13th DGP of Uttarakhand

IPS officer Deepam Seth has been appointed as the 13th Director General of Police (DGP) of Uttarakhand. A notification to this effect was issued by the state administration on Monday.

Nov 25, 2024

Six students killed, one injured in ghastly Dehradun road accident

In a tragic road accident in Uttarakhand's capital, six students lost their lives in a collision between a truck and an Innova car.

Nov 12, 2024

20 killed after bus plunges into gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora

Twenty killed after bus plunges into gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora

In a major tragedy, at least 20 passengers lost their lives when the bus they were travelling in, careened off the road and fell into a 200-metre-deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora district on Monday. Among the victims were several children, heightening the tragedy of the incident.

Nov 4, 2024

Diwali Milan with Soldiers: CM Dhami announces increased financial assistance of Rs 50 lakh for families of martyrs

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday announced an increase in financial assistance for the families of martyred soldiers from the state, raising the amount to Rs 50 lakh.

Oct 31, 2024

Uttarakhand: Chamoli experiences season's first snowfall after rains hit hill state

The high peaks of Badrinath Dham and Hemkund Sahib in Chamoli witnessed the season's first snowfall on Thursday following heavy rainfall that lashed Uttarakhand for the past 24 hours.

Sep 12, 2024

Uttarakhand: Pagnau village in Joshimath swept away as heavy rain lashes hill area

Pagnau, a remote village in Joshimath in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, was completely destroyed

Aug 24, 2024

Three devotees killed in landslide in Kedarnath

Three killed in landslide on Kedarnath Yatra route

At least three devotees were killed and six others injured in Uttarakhand's Kedarnath in a landslide triggered by rain on Sunday, officials said.

Jul 21, 2024

Nine trekkers from K'taka die due to adverse weather conditions in Uttarakhand

As many as nine trekkers from Karnataka died near the Sahastra Tal in Uttarakhand due to adverse weather conditions.

Jun 6, 2024

Delhi man disguised as 'saint' for 27 years to dodge police in murder case

A 77-year-old man absconding for 27 years in a murder case, was arrested from Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, a Delhi Police official said on Tuesday, adding that he was taking shelter at various religious places as a 'saint' to conceal his identity.

Apr 30, 2024

Uttarakhand on high alert after mosque demolition: 4 dead, over 200 injured, curfew imposed, shoot at sight orders [details]

Last January, in Haldwani district, over 4000 families took to streets to save their homes after being served eviction notice alleging they were illegally living on land owned by railways.

Feb 10, 2024

Uttarakhand Cabinet approves draft UCC Bill [Details]

The Uttarakhand Cabinet led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday approved the draft of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill.

Feb 6, 2024

Modi, Kharge, Rahul Gandhi hail rescue of 41 workers from Uttarakhand tunnel

After 41 trapped workers were rescued from Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and party leader Rahul Gandhi said that "it is a matter of great relief and joy while congratulating the team involved in the rescue operation".

Nov 29, 2023

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