Uttarakhand: News
Polls in UP, 4 other states likely in February-March
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is likely to hold assembly elections in five poll-bound states, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Goa and Manipur, in February-March next year.
Surprise hit 'Hanuman Ansh' declared tax-free in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that the hit film Hanuman Ansh will be made tax-free in the state.
Who was Neem Karoli Baba, inspiration behind 'Hanuman Ansh'
The unexpected success of Hanuman Ansh has shone a spotlight on Neem Karoli Baba, a 20th-century Indian spiritual teacher and devotee of Lord Hanuman.
BJP performs 'buddhi shuddhi yagna' for Rahul Gandhi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) performed a "buddhi shuddhi yagna" in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on Tuesday, targeting Congress MP Rahul Gandhi.
Drone captures moment glacier breaks off, triggering deadly Nepal floods
Drone footage has inadvertently recorded the glacier collapse that triggered devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet last week.
Mallikarjun Kharge 'purification' row: FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi
An FIR has been filed against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over his remarks on a "purification" ritual at a rally venue in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, where Congress president and Dalit leader Mallikarjun Kharge had addressed a crowd.
Heavy rainfall forecast in parts of India on Monday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in isolated areas of eight states on Monday.
IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR on Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall in the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday.
Heavy rain hits Delhi-NCR; IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning
Heavy rainfall hit parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday morning, resulting in traffic snarls and fears of waterlogging.
Modi government clears LPG pipeline expansion project worth ₹7,000cr
India's oil regulator has approved the construction of nearly 1,800km of new Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) pipelines.
Uttarakhand: Landslide in tunnel at THDC site; 7 dead
A tragic incident occurred at an under-construction tunnel of Tehri Hydro Development Corporation Limited (THDC) in Pipalkoti, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand.
Haridwar left to deal with 63,50,293kg trash after Kanwar Yatra
The holy city of Haridwar is grappling with the aftermath of the two-week-long "Kanwar Yatra," which saw a record 48 million pilgrims.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in several parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several parts of India in the coming week.
This flying car could transform travel in Uttarakhand
A viral video from Almora, Uttarakhand, shows a man taking off in a compact flying machine.
Tired of crowded hill stations? Try these 5 places
India's hill stations are famous for their cool weather and scenic beauty, but some of them are becoming too crowded and commercialized.
Nainital's Mall Road now officially no-honking zone
Nainital's Mall Road has been officially designated as a no-honking zone from Saturday, August 1.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in parts of India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of the country.
IMD issues alert for heavy rainfall in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for several states in India. The forecast includes heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days.
Heavy rainfall lashes India; 22 killed in J&K, Uttarakhand, Nagaland
At least 22 people have lost their lives in Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Nagaland due to landslides, flash floods, road accidents, and lightning triggered by heavy rainfall on Monday.
Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra suspended due to heavy rainfall
The Uttarakhand government has temporarily suspended the Char Dham Yatra in light of heavy rainfall and landslides.
IMD warns of heavy rainfall in several states on Monday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall across several Indian states on Monday.
Key accused in ₹700cr medical procurement fraud case flees India
Rajiv Rangila, a key accused in the ₹700 crore medical procurement fraud case, has allegedly fled India, The Indian Express reported.
Rahul Gandhi now targets Uttarakhand government over UKSSSC exam irregularities
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of failing to prevent exam paper leaks in Uttarakhand, ahead of his "Chhatron Ki Goonj" campaign event in Dehradun on July 17.
IMD warns of extreme weather conditions across India next week
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted a week of extreme weather across the Indian subcontinent.
US 'ex-Navy' caught near Nepal border without passport
A United States national, who claims to be a former US Navy and Special Forces serviceman, was arrested near the Indo-Nepal border in Uttar Pradesh.
'All our ancestors were Sanatani Hindu Arya-Vedics': Ramdev draws criticism
Yoga guru Ramdev has sparked a controversy with his comments on the idea of a "Hindu Rashtra."
Badrinath donation theft case: Suspended employee arrested
Pramod Nautiyal, a suspended employee of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), was arrested by Uttarakhand Police in connection with an alleged donation theft case at the Badrinath Dham.
Uttarakhand government directs action on financial irregularities in Kedarnath temple
The Uttarakhand government has directed the chief executive officer of the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) to take action against officials involved in financial irregularities.
Rain-related deaths rise to 5; roads blocked in Uttarakhand
Heavy rainfall across India has caused widespread destruction, with landslides in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh blocking major highways.
Aamir Khan, Kabir Khan join hands for 'Silkyara 41'
In a groundbreaking Indo-Australian collaboration, Aamir Khan Productions, Kabir Khan Films, and Mind Blowing Films have announced their joint venture titled Silkyara 41.
Badrinath temple donation irregularities controversy deepens amid CCTV camera replacement
The Shri Badrinath Dham in Uttarakhand has been embroiled in a controversy after CCTV cameras at the temple were replaced on July 1, according to India Today. This was just days before allegations of donation irregularities surfaced.
Why Modi government canceled auction of 9 strategic mineral blocks
The Indian government has canceled the auction of nine critical and strategic mineral blocks. The move comes due to a lack of investor interest and qualified bidders.
Red alert issued in Mumbai, adjoining areas; heavy rain expected
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of active monsoon conditions across large parts of India on July 5 and 6.
After Ram Mandir, Badrinath temple committee probes alleged donation theft
The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has launched an investigation into allegations of misappropriation of donations at the Badrinath Temple in Uttarakhand.
IMD issues orange alert for Uttarakhand; Mumbai logs 150mm rain
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Uttarakhand on Friday. The alert specifically applies to Nainital and Bageshwar districts.
Nihangs reach Himachal, demand release of arrested members
Over 150 members of the Nihang sect are currently camping at the Paonta Sahib Gurdwara in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh.
Nihang Sikhs' standoff with Uttarakhand administration ends
The standoff between the Uttarakhand administration and a group of Nihang Sikhs at the Uttarakhand-Himachal Pradesh border has ended after hours of negotiations.
Rudraprayag: Nihangs take Sikh devotee hostage at gurdwara
A group of Nihangs, armed with swords and spears, has taken a Sikh devotee hostage at the Gurudwara Langar Damdama Sahib in Nagrasu, Rudraprayag district.
UK detains Indian captain of sanctioned Russian oil tanker
The United Kingdom has detained Ajay Pant, a 38-year-old Indian captain of the sanctioned Russian shadow-fleet oil tanker MV Smyrtos.
Class-12 topper, preparing for NEET, dies by suicide in Dehradun
A 23-year-old woman, Riya Kumari Thapa, allegedly died by suicide at her home in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.