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Uttarakhand: Mussoorie tourists to get traffic relief; alternative Kimadi route is being widened, road to be four-lane

Uttarakhand: Mussoorie tourists to get traffic relief; alternative Kimadi route is being widened, road to be four-lane

Dehradun: Tourists from across India and abroad flock to Mussoorie, the queen of the mountains. However, traffic jams on the main Mussoorie road often...

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Pen, paper, and digital touch: Uttarakhand opens first Gen-Z post office in Pauri with Wi-Fi facilities

Pen, paper, and digital touch: Uttarakhand opens first Gen-Z post office in Pauri with Wi-Fi facilities

Pauri: In a unique step to connect the younger generation with traditional postal culture, Uttarakhand’s first Gen-Z Post Office has been...

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Astro-tourism: Astroweek season 3 begins in Uttarakhand’s first 'Astro Village' to explore constellation

Astro-tourism: Astroweek season 3 begins in Uttarakhand’s first 'Astro Village' to explore constellation

Chamoli: The much-awaited AstroWeek Season 3 has begun at Astro Village Benital, Uttarakhand’s first Astrovillage. This four-day astronomical...

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Saints bless CM Dhami, call him ‘Devbhoomi’s Religious Protector’ amid Uttarakhand’s silver jubilee celebrations

Dehradun: The Chief Minister’s residence in Dehradun turned into a centre of spiritual energy and cultural pride as saints from across the country...

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Kartik Purnima 2025: How devotees benefit from bathing at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar; it brings relief from life’s three sufferings

Haridwar: Kartik Purnima, one of the most sacred full moon days in the Hindu calendar, is being celebrated this year on Wednesday, November 5. On this...

06.11.2025 10

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Uttarakhand: Artificial lake in Dhauli Ganga raises alarm, experts warn of danger, Administration on high alert

Chamoli: After Yamunotri and Harsil, Chamoli district in Uttarakhand is in the spotlight after an artificial lake formed on the Dhauli Ganga River...

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Uttarakhand to impose 'Green Cess' on outside vehicles; aims to fight pollution and boost eco projects

Dehradun: As Uttarakhand celebrates 25 years of its formation, the state government has taken a big step toward protecting the environment. A new...

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Despite rain and weather challenges, devotees throng Kedarnath shrine in Sawan month; season’s footfall crosses 14 lakh mark

Rudraprayag: Despite persistent rain and treacherous weather conditions, the spirit of the Shiva devotees is not dampened a bit. Resultantly,...

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Uttarakhand weather update: Orange alert for heavy rain in 6 districts, schools shut in Dehradun amid safety precautions

Dehradun: Uttarakhand is bracing for intense monsoon activity as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to...

22.07.2025 10

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Uttarakhand weather update: Yellow alert in Pithoragarh, Bageshwar for heavy downpour; 61 roads blocked by debris

Dehradun: Uttarakhand remains under weather distress as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for heavy to very heavy...

19.07.2025 20

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Uttarakhand weather update: Orange alert for heavy rain in two districts; massive landslide in Devprayag injures two, cuts off villages

Dehradun: Uttarakhand is bracing for intense rainfall as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy...

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Uttarakhand weather update: IMD predicts heavy rain till July 14; yellow alert issued, schools shut in Dehradun

Dehradun: The monsoon has intensified across Uttarakhand, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow alert for heavy...

11.07.2025 20

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Uttarakhand weather update: Orange alert for heavy rain, thunderstorms in Dehradun, Nainital; waterlogging, storms disrupt daily life

Dehradun: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Dehradun, and Nainital districts,...

24.06.2025 20

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Uttarakhand police launches operation 'Lagaam' to curb rising crime involving outsiders, 587 challans issued in one week 

Dehradun: A series of violent crimes involving individuals from outside Uttarakhand has triggered widespread protests and demands for stricter...

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Helicopter crash in Uttarkashi: Kedarnath helicopter service temporarily halted, Safety measures under review amid investigation

Dehradun: Tragedy struck Uttarkashi district this morning as a helicopter carrying seven passengers crashed near Ganganani on the Gangotri National...

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Amid Pahalgam tension, Uttarakhand Police beefed up Kashmiri Muslims students security, removes 25 inciting posts

Dehradun: In a concerning development, a video surfaced on social media in which Lalit Sharma, a leader of the Hindu Raksha Dal, issued a threatening...

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Avalanche in Uttarakhand’s Mana delays Indo-China border road widening, BRO seeks safe worker accommodation

Chamoli: The recent avalanche incident in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli’s Mana has hugely impacted the ongoing road widening work on the Indo-China...

11.03.2025 10

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BJP announces new district presidents in Uttarakhand, state president Mahendra Bhatt congratulates new leaders

Dehradun: The BJP has announced the names of its 18 district presidents in Uttarakhand, covering all 19 organizational districts. This announcement,...

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Women empowerment on wheels: Over 54 women become cab drivers in Dehradun, empower lives with speed and excitement

Dehradun: In a remarkable step towards women empowerment, more than 54 women have become cab drivers in Dehradun, bringing excitement and speed to...

11.03.2025 20

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FRI Dehradun concludes 19th annual sports event with enthusiastic participation in athletics, volleyball, and tug of war

Dehradun: The Nineteenth Annual Sports of the Dehradun-based Forest Research Institute Deemed to be university concluded on Friday with great...

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Demand soars for Lohaghat's iron utensils: Women entrepreneurs shine as Uttarakhand's Iron City gains global popularity

Lohaghat: The iron utensils crafted by women entrepreneurs from Lohaghat, Uttarakhand, are gaining immense popularity. Celebrated for their...

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Chamoli avalanche survivors show determination to return: 'It's a privilege to work on Badrinath's land'

Chamoli: The Chamoli avalanche has left a profound impact on the workers, with some determined to return to work and others reluctant to face the...

06.03.2025 10

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Uttarakhand avalanche: Magisterial inquiry ordered; SDM Jyotirmath appointed as investigating officer

Chamoli: A magisterial inquiry has been ordered to investigate the avalanche that struck Mana village in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district on February...

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Uttarakhand: PM Modi to visit Uttarkashi on March 6, lay foundation for world's second-highest trek

Uttarkashi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Uttarkashi, which was postponed due to bad weather, is now scheduled for March 6. During his...

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Liquor shops near religious places will be closed; new excise policy implemented in Uttarakhand

Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has introduced the new Excise Policy for 2025, which includes several significant changes aimed at regulating the...

04.03.2025 10

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Breaking: Glacier Breaks close to Badrinath; 57 workers trapped, 10 workers rescued

Chamoli: A glacier broke near the workers’ camp in Chamoli’s Badrinath Dham after heavy snowfall. BRO (Border Roads Organisation) and district...

01.03.2025 10

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Uttarakhand: Fresh western disturbance brings heavy snowfall in hilly parts, rain in plains

Dehradun: Amidst activation of fresh western disturbance, Uttarakhand is experiencing heavy snowfall in higher regions and rainfall in plain parts....

28.02.2025 10

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Uttarakhand: Harshil's apple & Rajma, Bagori's wool, red rice; PM Modi's visit to boost local products branding

Dehradun: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proposed visit to the Mukhba temple, the winter seat of Maa Ganga, and Harshil, is expected to give special...

25.02.2025 10

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National Games 2025: Uttarakhand develops ‘Sports Forest’ on 2.77 hectares to spread ‘Green Games’ message

Dehradun: In a groundbreaking move towards environmental conservation, Uttarakhand is set to launch a “Sports Forest” on 2.77 hectares of land...

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Uttarakhand: Congress MLA Mamta Rakesh seen crying bitterly over rigging, video goes viral

Bhagwanpur: The civic elections in Uttarakhand took a dramatic turn when a ruckus broke out at a polling booth in Bhagwanpur. Congress MLA Mamta...

25.01.2025 20

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No other country's model; Uttarakhand to develop its own Disaster Management Framework

Dehradun: Uttarakhand chief secretary Radha Raturi directed the disaster management to develop an Uttarakhand framework to cope with disaster and...

23.01.2025 10

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Uttarakhand: Wildfire traps 3 trekkers in Chopta-Deoriatal route; SDRF & forest team ensures rescue

Rudraprayag: In a prompt rescue operation, three trekkers who were trapped in a forest fire during their trek from Deoriatal to Chopta on Monday were...

22.01.2025 10

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Uttarakhand school to add Landslides, Forest Fires & Religious Spots to curriculum

Dehradun: Topics like forest fire and landslide are likely to be included in the school curriculum of Uttarakhand. The hill state faces a major...

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World class spiritual Yoga & Wellness Centre to come up in Rishikesh soon; aimed at holistic development

Dehradun: Under the Rishikesh master plan, a world class Integrated Spiritual Yoga and Wellness Centre is likely to be set up in the holy city...

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Uttarakhand to prepare clean air action plan for Dehradun, Rishikesh & Kashipur under NCAP

Dehradun: Uttarakhand government directed the officials concerned to prepare a clean air action plan to put a check on pollution in Dehradun,...

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BJP & Congress intensify efforts to persuade rebels in Uttarakhand local bodies polls

Dehradun: After making an announcement of their candidates for the urban local bodies’ elections, both the ruling BJP and the opposition Congress...

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Over 3k tourists arrived at Uttarkashi’s Kedarkantha, Dayara, and Harshil on 31 Dec

Uttarkashi: A large number of tourists have arrived to celebrate the New Year at the tourist spots in Uttarkashi district, enjoying the clear...

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Uttarakhand govt sets guidelines for smooth winter Char Dham yatra & New Year celebrations

Dehradun: As Uttarakhand gears up for the New Year-2025 and the winter Char Dham yatra, the state government has issued detailed guidelines to...

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Uttarakhand’s Haldwani was Manmohan Singh's first home post-partition, family lives in Doon

Dehradun: Uttarakhand’s Haldwani was the first address of former PM Manmohan Singh after his family migrated in 1948 after partition. He had taken...

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Uttarakhand govt promotes rural employment, clean energy with 'Gobar Dhan' scheme

Dehradun: Aiming to promote rural employment and farmers’ income in the hill state and encourage clean energy, Uttarakhand government has fixed the...

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Snowfall in Uttarakhand's higher hills: 2024 may bid farewell amidst cold and snow

Dehradun: After a dry spell for several days, Uttarakhand experienced a change in weather on Monday with fresh snowfall in the high-altitude areas...

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To check liquor smuggling, Uttarakhand police prefer women for 'Gram Prahari' posts

Dehradun: In Uttarakhand, women will be given preference to become ‘Gram Prahari” (village guards). The police believe that women are more...

24.12.2024 6

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Uttarakhand: Increase carrying capacity of Char Dham shrines for infra development; instructs CM

Dehradun: Uttarakhand government will intensify its efforts to increase the carrying capacity of the four shrines- Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri...

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Uniform Civil Code to be implemented in Uttarakhand from Jan 2025, CM Dhami announces

Dehradun: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that Uttarakhand is set to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) from January 2025. He...

19.12.2024 10

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Chilly winters in Uttarakhand: cloudy weather in plains; fog & cold wave forecasted

Dehradun: In Uttarakhand, the weather department forecasts dense fog over the next two days, followed by a troubling cold wave. Starting December...

18.12.2024 10

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Uttarakhand hosts first solar fair ‘Saur Kauthig’ to promote renewable energy awareness

Dehradun: The two-day solar fair, ‘Saur Kauthig,’ is being held on December 16-17 in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Inaugurated by Chief Minister Pushkar...

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Uttarakhand STF busts cyber gang cheating youths with fake job offers from IBM, HCL & Amazon

Dehradun: The Uttarakhand STF has busted a gang of cyber criminals who were duping job seekers across the country by offering fake employment...

14.12.2024 7

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Priest community, tour & travel operators come ahead for successful winter Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand

Uttarkashi: With the onset of winter Char Dham yatra in Uttarakhand, excitement is visible in the Uttarkashi district. Yamunotri and Gangotri...

14.12.2024 3

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Dehradun's haphazard speed breakers under scrutiny; PWD seeks engineer clarification

Dehradun: Following public resentment and media attention to the speed breakers on Dehradun roads, the Public Works Department has acknowledged the...

13.12.2024 5

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Harrawala railway station to modernize with 24-coach terminal, less load on Dehradun

Dehradun: With the modernization works of the Harrawala railway station gaining momentum, the plan to develop this railway station as a 24-coach...

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