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Jammu, January 29, 2026: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has taken immediate cognizance of the alleged assault on a Kashmiri shawl vendor in Uttarakhand. On Thursday, CM Abdullah spoke with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, urging strict action against the perpetrators. This was confirmed by the office of the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister. Omar Abdullah’s Statement:CM Abdullah condemned the incident, drawing parallels with recent attacks in Himachal Pradesh. “Such attacks are intolerable and must be prevented at all costs,” he said. He emphasized that while Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India, its residents continue to live under fear when in other parts of the country. Abdullah assured that the government would take all necessary measures to e...

Dehradun, January 29, 2026: Uttarakhand’s Tourism, Excise, and Culture Minister, Satpal Maharaj, launched the teaser, songs, and poster of the film Godaan at his camp office on Subhash Road on Thursday. Speaking at the event, Minister Maharaj said that the film is a significant effort to raise awareness about the importance of the cow, considered the soul of Sanatan Dharma, and to promote its protection. The film is set to release nationwide on 6th February 2026. Minister Maharaj congratulated the entire team and remarked that Bollywood is undergoing a transformative phase. “Films today are no longer limited to traditional stories. Directors and producers are exploring social issues and diverse themes,” he said. Directed by Vinod Chaudhary, Godaan presents the importance of the cow i...

Dehradun: Following in the footsteps of Badrinath, Kedarnath, and Gangotri, the Yamunotri Dham will now restrict entry for non-Sanatani visitors. The decision was taken by the Yamunotri Temple Committee, which confirmed that the rule will be enforced starting with the April Char Dham pilgrimage. Committee officials stated that the restriction is intended to protect and preserve Sanatan Dharma. The committee secretary clarified that followers of Sanatan-related religions such as Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism are considered aligned with Hindu practices and are therefore exempt from the restriction. However, all other non-Sanatani visitors will be denied access to the Dham and its surrounding areas once the rule is implemented. The restriction aligns with similar measures recently anno...

Dehradun: The soul of Sanatan Dharma resides in the sacred cow, Gau Mata, and in today’s fast-paced world, we are drifting away from our roots. Addressing this concern, Uttarakhand Tourism, Culture, and Religious Affairs Minister Satpal Maharaj launched the poster, teaser, and songs of the upcoming film ‘Godaan’ at his camp office on Subhash Road on Thursday. The film, produced under the banner of Kamdhenu International Production, highlights the importance of Gau Mata and the need to preserve her sanctity. Congratulating the entire team, Maharaj said the Bollywood film industry is undergoing a transformative phase, moving beyond traditional and family-centric narratives. Filmmakers and directors are now exploring social issues, suspense, thrillers, and other unique themes, offering aud...