Uttarakhand: News
Massive avalanche hits J&K's Sonamarg; Uttarakhand also issues warnings
A massive avalanche struck the tourist resort of Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday night.
Western disturbance triggers avalanche alert in Uttarakhand
The mountainous regions of northern India are bracing for another bout of severe weather as a strong western disturbance moves through the western Himalayas.
Uttarakhand: Kedarnath-Badrinath shrines to bar non-Hindus from entering
The Shri Gangotri Temple Committee in Uttarakhand has decided to bar non-Hindus from entering the Gangotri Dham.
Budget 2026: Adventure tourism might be promoted as revenue model
The upcoming Union Budget is likely to promote adventure tourism as a new revenue model for states, according to HT Mint.
Western Disturbances to bring snow, hail; cold wave to continue
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a fresh spell of winter weather from January 26, impacting large parts of north, northwest, and central India.
Cold wave to continue in Punjab, Rajasthan: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for cold waves in several northern states, including Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab.
Western Disturbance chills north-India: Rain in Delhi-NCR, Kashmir sees snowfall
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed moderate rainfall and thunderstorms on Friday morning as an active Western Disturbance gripped north India.
Western disturbances to bring rain, snow across Himalayas, north India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a series of three western disturbances that will likely bring prolonged wet weather to the western Himalayan region over the next week.
Delhi records most severe January AQI in 2 years
Delhi is experiencing its most polluted January day in two years, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunging further.
Delhi shivers at 2.9°C, coldest January morning in 3 years
Delhi experienced its coldest January morning in three years on Thursday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 2.9 degrees Celsius.
Why you shouldn't visit these famous thermal springs
India is home to several thermal springs, which are said to have healing properties and are a major attraction for tourists.
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hospitalized after losing consciousness twice
Former Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi after he lost consciousness twice over the weekend.
'Will hold discussions': CM on banning non-Hindus in Kumbh areas
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has responded to demands for a ban on non-Hindus from entering Kumbh Mela areas.
'Bihari girls ready for marriage at ₹25,000': BJP minister's husband
Girdhari Lalu Sahu, the husband of Uttarakhand Minister for Sports Rekha Arya, has sparked controversy with his remarks in a viral video.
Weather update: Cold wave, dense fog grip north India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a cold wave and dense fog in several parts of North India. The weather conditions are likely to affect railway and flight operations.
2 loco trains collide inside Uttarakhand's Vishnugad-Pipalkoti tunnel; 60 injured
A collision between two loco trains inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district left around 60 people injured late on Tuesday night.
Uttarakhand: 7 killed, 11 injured as bus plunges into gorge
A tragic bus accident in Almora's Bhikiyasen, Uttarakhand, on Tuesday morning claimed seven lives and left 11 others injured, according to a report by Hindustan Times.
Property fraud! Gurugram flat that never existed sold for ₹12cr
The Delhi Police have busted a massive property scam, where a gang sold a non-existent luxury apartment at DLF Camellias in Gurugram for ₹12 crore.
IMD warns of severe weather conditions across North India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has warned of severe winter weather conditions across large parts of North India in the coming days.
Head, spinal injuries proved fatal for Tripura student Angel Chakma
A medical report from Graphic Era Hospital in Dehradun has revealed the extent of injuries suffered by 24-year-old Angel Chakma, a Tripura student who died after a brutal assault in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
'I'm Indian': Tripura student's last words before racial attack
A 24-year-old MBA student from Tripura, Anjel Chakma, succumbed to his injuries in a Dehradun hospital on Friday. He had been battling for his life for over two weeks after a racially charged attack on December 9.
'Ready to fight black law...bulldozed MGNREGA': Sonia Gandhi
Veteran Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has slammed the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government for "bulldozing" the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Hill stations also not safe? Dehradun records AQI near 300
Dehradun, Uttarakhand's winter capital and a popular tourist destination, is also facing poor air quality.
Census 2027 in 2 phases; Union Cabinet approves ₹11,718cr budget
The Union Cabinet has approved a budget of ₹11,718.24 crore for the Census of India 2027.
Why 9 governors' residences have been renamed Lok Bhavan
Eight states and a Union Territory have renamed their Raj Bhavans or governors' residences, to Lok Bhavan or Lok Niwas following a directive by The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway opens for trial run, will halve travel time
The Delhi-Saharanpur-Dehradun Expressway has started its trial run, promising to revolutionize travel between Delhi and Uttarakhand.
Supreme Court orders CBI probe into digital arrest scams
The Supreme Court has ordered the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to investigate digital arrest scams across India.
Red Fort blast case: 3 detained from Haldwani released
Three people, including a local mosque cleric, who were detained in connection with the recent Delhi blast case, were released by central security agencies, Hindustan Times said, quoting people in the know.
CBI arrests assistant professor in Uttarakhand paper-leak case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested Assistant Professor Suman in connection with the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) exam question paper leak.
Uttarakhand: 20kg explosives found near school in Almora
A major security scare has gripped Uttarakhand after police recovered 161 gelatin sticks, weighing over 20kg, near a school in Almora, PTI reported.
20cr Tirupati laddus between 2019-24 made with spurious ghee: Probe
A staggering 20.1 crore laddus distributed or sold by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) between 2019 and 2024 were made with spurious or toxic ghee, an internal assessment report has revealed.
Breathtaking Uttarakhand hikes every nature lover must try
Uttarakhand, a northern Indian state, is famous for its serene landscapes and spiritual trails.
Repair ecological damage at Corbett Tiger Reserve: SC orders Uttarakhand
The Supreme Court has directed the Uttarakhand government to restore and repair ecological damage at the Corbett Tiger Reserve. The damage was caused by illegal tree-felling and unauthorized constructions.
5 underrated Indian cities that you must totally visit
India is a land of diversity and culture, and its lesser-known cities are no exception.
Peaceful Uttarakhand towns that are perfect for a quiet getaway
Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Uttarakhand is home to several towns that offer peace.
Your guide to Uttarakhand's hidden gems
Uttarakhand, a northern Indian state, is a treasure trove of natural wonders.
68L 'fake ghee' worth ₹250cr supplied to Tirupati, CBI finds
A dairy in Uttarakhand, Bhole Baba Organic Dairy, allegedly duped the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) of ₹250 crore by supplying 68 lakh kilograms of fake ghee between 2019 and 2024.
La Niña triggers early cold wave; Rajasthan dips below 10°C
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of an impending cold wave in northern and central India.
Uttarakhand's 25th formation day: PM Modi inaugurates projects worth ₹8,260cr
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth ₹8,260 crore in Uttarakhand.
IMD warns of severe cold wave in Delhi-NCR
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for a considerable decrease in temperature for the National Capital Region (NCR) of Delhi.
Widespread thunderstorms, lightning predicted across north, central India till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds across east, central, south, and north India till November 7.
Uttarakhand government hikes DA for employees, pensioners ahead of Diwali
In a major move, the Uttarakhand government has announced a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees and pensioners.
'Mystery fever' claims 10 lives in Uttarakhand
A mysterious fever has claimed the lives of 10 people in Uttarakhand's Almora and Haridwar districts over the past fortnight.
India declares 3 cough syrups toxic after WHO intervention
India has recalled three cough syrups after they were found contaminated with diethylene glycol (DEG), a toxic substance.
11 children's deaths: Drug watchdog urges strict action against Coldrif
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is planning to take strict action against the manufacturers of Coldrif syrup. This comes after 11 children died allegedly due to contaminated cough syrups.
'Unfortunate, undemocratic': SP leader on being barred from visiting Bareilly
A 14-member Samajwadi Party (SP) delegation, headed by Uttar Pradesh Leader of Opposition Mata Prasad Pandey, was barred from entering Bareilly.
'I love Muhammad' row: Protest in Bareilly turns violent
The "I Love Muhammad" movement, spearheaded by Maulana Tauqeer Raza, has sparked clashes between police and locals in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.
IMD predicts rain in UP, Uttarakhand, Himachal; heatwave in Delhi
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a diverse weather pattern across India on September 20, 2025.
Char Dham Yatra: DGCA allows helicopter services to resume
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has given the green light to resume helicopter operations for the 2025 Char Dham Yatra.
Cloudburst hits Uttarakhand's Chamoli; houses buried, 10 missing
A cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district has left at least seven to 10 people missing.
Overnight cloudbursts kill 18 in Uttarakhand, Himachal; more rain expected
Fresh heavy showers overnight battered the Himalayan regions of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, claiming the lives of 18 people.
Kedarnath-Sonprayag ropeway cuts travel from 9 hours to 36 minutes
Devotees traveling to Kedarnath will have a faster and more comfortable mode of transport in the future.
Video: Workers waiting for rescue swept away by Dehradun river
At least eight people, including four women, are feared dead after they were swept away by the swollen Tons River in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Cloudburst hits Dehradun; Tapkeshwar temple inundated, IT Park submerged
A cloudburst that struck Uttarakhand's Dehradun on Monday night has caused the Tamsa River to overflow and submerge the historic Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple.
Adani to build ₹4,100cr Kedarnath ropeway, massively cutting trek time
Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL) has received a Letter of Award from National Highways Logistics Management Ltd for the construction of a ropeway project connecting Sonprayag and Kedarnath.
Greater Noida: Mother, son found dead; suicide note recovered
In a tragic incident, a 37-year-old woman and her 11-year-old son were found dead in Greater Noida West on Saturday. The duo reportedly jumped from the 13th floor of their apartment building.
Monsoon likely to start withdrawing from September 15: IMD
The southwest monsoon is likely to start withdrawing from northwest India around September 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
Uttarakhand at risk of magnitude 8 earthquake, scientist warns
Uttarakhand is at risk of a major earthquake, possibly reaching a magnitude of 8.
Heavy rainfall predicted for Himachal, Uttarakhand, Punjab till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, over the next three days.
9 houses damaged in Uttarakhand, residents blame rail tunnel blasting
In the Srinagar town of Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal district, residents have blamed the under-construction Rishikesh-Karnaprayag railway project for damaging their homes.
'Illegal tree felling happening': SC notice to Centre, flood-hit states
The Supreme Court has taken note of rampant illegal tree felling in the Himalayan region, particularly in Himachal Pradesh.
Red alert in Himachal, Uttarakhand; Delhi-NCR weather warning downgraded
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The warning comes as these regions continue to face floods and landslides.
Uttarakhand: Incessant rains wash away bridge connecting India, China
Incessant rainfall in Uttarakhand has caused a major disruption, washing away a key bridge connecting India and China.
Delhi-NCR weather: Light rain expected; temperature to reach 33°C
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that the monsoon continues to wreak havoc across India, especially in hilly regions. The heavy rains have caused floods and landslides, claiming several lives.