Uttarakhand

Dehradun, Uttarakhand: Frustrated with unannounced power cuts in his constituency, Congress MLA Virendra Jati took the unprecedented step of cutting electricity at the residences of several officials from the State Electricity Corporation. Action Taken by MLAVirendra Jati, representing the Jhabreda Assembly in Haridwar, had earlier met with electricity department officials to raise concerns about frequent unscheduled power cuts, highlighting the difficulties faced by residents. When the officials failed to take corrective measures, the MLA personally went to the residences of the Chief Engineer, Executive Engineer, and other officials, disconnecting their electricity connections. The action caused a stir in the local area. Reason Behind the ActionMLA Jati emphasized that unscheduled ...

Chamoli, Uttarakhand: In a shocking and terrifying incident at Junior High School Harishankar in Pokhri, Chamoli district, two bears entered the school premises on Monday morning, putting students in grave danger. During the intrusion, a bear lifted a sixth-grade student, Arav, but quick thinking and bravery by eighth-grade student Divya Chaudhary saved his life. Following the incident, the school declared a precautionary holiday until 25 December. Chaos Erupts Around 9:30 AMAccording to reports, the bears appeared around 9:15 AM as students were arriving. Screams of panic erupted among the children. Eighth-grader Divya immediately assessed the situation, raised an alarm, and instructed students to run into their classrooms. One of the bears attempted to break down a classroom door and ...

Pauri Garhwal, December 22, 2025: A major administrative dispute has emerged in Pauri Garhwal after IG Garhwal, Rajiv Swaroop, revoked the transfer orders issued by SSP Sarvesh Panwar. The move is being seen as a clash between two senior IPS officers. SSP Panwar had earlier issued transfer orders for hundreds of police personnel, ranging from constables to sub-inspectors, which triggered controversy across the district. The issue escalated to the IG level, who, citing violations of the Police Act, annulled the SSP’s orders late Sunday night. What Happened?The controversy began when SSP Sarvesh Panwar attempted to implement widespread transfers across Pauri Garhwal, affecting personnel at multiple levels. The mass transfers drew immediate attention and criticism, eventually reaching I...

Dehradun: In an unannounced visit on Friday, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inspected the Dalanwala Police Station and expressed strong displeasure over the untidy lockup and general disorder. During the inspection, the CM directed the SSP to immediately ensure proper cleanliness and organize facilities according to prescribed standards. SHO’s Delay Draws CM’s WrathDespite prior notice of the inspection, SHO Manoj Mainwal arrived late at the station, which drew CM Dhami’s ire. The Chief Minister went through police registers personally and instructed the SSP to place the delinquent SHO on line for disciplinary action. Comprehensive Review of Facilities and RecordsAfter concluding various official meetings on Friday, the CM visited the police station unexpectedly. He c...

R In the hills of Uttarakhand—where migration has hollowed out villages and tradition has long dictated leadership—a quiet but powerful revolution is unfolding. Fresh out of college, armed with degrees and smartphones, a new generation of village heads, many of them women in their early twenties, is stepping into grassroots politics with one clear mission: to rebuild their villages from within. The recent Panchayat elections in Uttarakhand marked a turning point. Several young women won seats historically dominated by older men, challenging not just age-old hierarchies but also the deeply entrenched model of the “Pradhan Pati” that has long shadowed women’s leadership. For these Gen Z leaders, the Panchayat is not a stepping stone to power or prestige—it is a conscious decision to re...

Nainital, December 18, 2025: In a tragic road accident in Uttarakhand, a Scorpio vehicle carrying devotees to the famous Kaanchi Dham fell into a deep gorge in the Lohali area of Nainital on Thursday. The accident claimed the lives of three family members, while four others sustained critical injuries and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. According to reports, all the passengers belonged to the same family and were on a pilgrimage to Kaanchi Dham. Eyewitnesses said that as the vehicle approached the temple area, the driver lost control, causing the car to skid off the road and plunge into the gorge. Rescue OperationThe State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) promptly arrived at the site after receiving information about the accident. Rescue personnel faced a challenging ta...

During the Winter Session of Parliament, political debate over the proposed changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) intensified. The government’s plan to introduce a new policy and rename the scheme has drawn sharp criticism from the opposition, especially the Congress party, which claims that the change erases Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy. Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi had previously criticized the move. In the heated discussions, Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar MP Ajay Bhatt presented a unique perspective. Highlighting the spiritual significance of Lord Ram’s name, he suggested that chanting “Ram Naam” could provide solutions for a wide range of personal and familial problems. Addressing Parliament, Ajay Bhatt dismissed Congress’s allegati...

The case of journalist Pankaj Mishra’s death in Uttarakhand has taken a new turn. An FIR has been registered against his colleague, Amit Sehgal, on charges of assault. Following dissatisfaction with the initial post-mortem report, a second post-mortem is being conducted today by a panel of doctors. According to the complaint filed by the deceased journalist’s brother, Arvind Mishra of Alambagh, Lucknow, the Dehradun police registered a case under IPC Sections 103, 304, 333, and 352 against Amit Sehgal. Alleged Brutal Assault:Arvind Mishra alleges that on the night of December 15, Amit Sehgal, along with another individual, went to Pankaj Mishra’s rented residence in the Jakhan area of Dehradun. There, they allegedly assaulted Pankaj with the intent to kill, striking him on the chest ...

Dehradun’s SCERT campus at Nanur Kheda witnessed a proud moment on Monday as Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off a group of 240 meritorious students for an extensive Bharat Darshan Educational Tour. The initiative aims to offer the state’s top-performing Class 10 students a firsthand experience of India’s scientific achievements, cultural heritage, technological progress, and historical legacy. This year’s tour marks an expansion of the initiative, which began in 2024–25 with 156 students. Students to Visit India’s Premier Space and Research Centres Under this programme, the selected students will visit some of India’s most prestigious scientific and space institutions, including: ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota U.R. Rao Satellite Centr...