Uttarakhand

Weather conditions in Uttarakhand are set to turn cloudy today, with rain and snowfall expected in six districts. Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, Nainital, and Pithoragarh are likely to experience snowfall on higher altitudes and rainfall in lower regions, while other districts will remain largely dry. Forecast DetailsThe Meteorological Centre has warned of light rain and snowfall in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar, and Pithoragarh. Areas above 2,800 meters may see significant snowfall. Other districts including Dehradun, Tehri, Pauri, Almora, Champawat, and Nainital may witness light rainfall. Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar are expected to experience dense fog, which has been increasing since 4 February. A yellow alert has been issued for thunderstorms, ligh...

Dehradun:The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has formally registered a fresh case in connection with the Ankita Bhandari murder and initiated a comprehensive investigation, with a renewed focus on the alleged VIP angle that has kept the case in the national spotlight. The move follows the Uttarakhand government’s recommendation, approved earlier this year by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, to hand over the high-profile case to the CBI amid sustained public pressure and persistent demands from Ankita’s family for an impartial probe. According to officials, the case has been re-registered by the CBI’s Delhi Special Crime Branch (Branch-2), marking the beginning of a fresh investigation into the circumstances surrounding the 19-year-old woman’s death. Ankita’s parents have exp...

Roorkee, Uttarakhand: A violent clash erupted between two groups during the Ravidas Jayanti procession in Roorkee, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to three others. The incident, which involved firing and stone-pelting, occurred during the community feast organized after the procession. According to reports, the clash took place in the Bhagwanpur area of Binarasi village on Sunday. What began as a verbal altercation between two groups of youths escalated quickly, with both sides resorting to gunfire. Anand (28) of Binarasi was shot in the chest and died on the spot. Following this, another individual, Mangeram (45), was reportedly beaten to death by an enraged mob. Three others—Vikas, Gagan, and Yogendra—sustained injuries from stray bullets and were admitted to t...

Kotdwar, Uttarakhand: The controversy surrounding Mohammad Deepak, the gym employee who confronted Bajrang Dal activists over the naming of a shop as ‘Baba’ in Kotdwar, Pauri Garhwal, continues to escalate. Deepak had faced protests and even an attempted attack for standing up against the activists. Amid the rising tensions, Nitesh Soni, the owner of the gym where Deepak works, has now come forward to publicly support him. Who is Nitesh Soni?Nitesh Soni runs the gym where Deepak is employed. In a video shared on social media, Soni praised Deepak for his courageous stand and urged people to support him on the basis of humanity, rather than religion. “Deepak stepped up for humanity,” Soni said. “Look at what he is facing today. Today, forget Hindu and Muslim. Today, we speak only of human...

The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy snowfall in parts of Uttarakhand today, accompanied by rain in some areas. The continuous snowfall in the mountains over the past few days has further intensified the cold wave across the region. According to Rashmi Khatri from Dehradun, rain and snowfall are expected in five districts today. The State Emergency Operations Centre has issued letters to district officials in these areas, warning of snowfall. A yellow alert has also been issued in certain regions for thunderstorms accompanied by lightning. The weather turned gloomy early Sunday morning, with light drizzle and strong winds reported in several areas. In Dehradun, intermittent sunshine alternated with rainfall throughout the day. While showers in the plains provided temporar...

The Union Budget 2026-27 has announced the development of eco-friendly mountain trails in Uttarakhand and other hill states, aiming to promote nature-based tourism and create employment opportunities. The move has been welcomed by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. During the budget presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted that mountain trails will be developed in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. These trails will support trekking, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, providing tourists with enhanced experiences while preserving the environment. CM Dhami praised this initiative as a forward-looking step for the state’s tourism sector. Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly Trails:Finance Minister Sitharaman noted th...

Haridwar, February 1, 2026: On the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima, Haridwar witnessed a massive influx of devotees, who braved freezing temperatures to take a holy dip in the sacred Ganga and seek spiritual merit. From early morning, pilgrims from across India thronged Har Ki Pauri and other major ghats, including Brahmakund, Malviya Ghat, and Subhash Ghat. The chants of “Har-Har Gange” resonated throughout the city, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere. Pilgrims from Five States Participate in Rituals:Devotees from Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Rajasthan participated in lamp-lighting ceremonies (Deepdan) at Har Ki Pauri. Many performed prayers, rituals, and charitable acts following their holy bath in the river. Religious Significance of Magh Purnim...