Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is set to experience dry weather on Thursday, 5 February, but meteorologists have warned of possible rainfall and snowfall in the state over the next couple of days. By Rashmi Khatri, Dehradun The weather in Uttarakhand is showing signs of change once again. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state will witness dry conditions on Thursday. Clear skies and sunlight during the day are expected to bring warmth, while dense fog may continue to affect the plains. Districts such as Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar, Dehradun, Pauri, and Nainital may experience localized dense fog. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for fog in these areas. Meanwhile, a yellow alert for frost has been issued for the hilly regions. From Friday onward, a change in weather is antici...

Mussoorie-bound tourists may soon have a traffic-free journey. Construction has commenced on a 42-kilometer highway connecting Dehradun to Mussoorie, with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) approving the two-lane project at an estimated cost of ₹3,500 crore. The new highway will run from Jhajra to Library Chowk in Mussoorie and feature two major tunnels, designed to make travel faster, safer, and more convenient. The first tunnel, stretching 2.9 km, will pass beneath the George Everest region, while the second, approximately 2 km long, will traverse the Mussoorie hills. These tunnels will not only reduce the distance but also bypass sharp curves and landslide-prone areas, improving overall safety. A Third Alternative Route Emerges Currently, the main route from Dehrad...

Dehradun:In a landmark move to position Uttarakhand as a global hub for adventure and mountaineering tourism, the Pushkar Singh Dhami-led state government has opened 83 major Himalayan peaks for mountaineering expeditions. The decision, taken on the Chief Minister’s directions, has been implemented by the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB) in coordination with the Forest Department. The move is being hailed as a historic policy intervention that will significantly enhance the state’s visibility on the international mountaineering map while creating sustainable livelihood opportunities in remote Himalayan regions. World-Famous Peaks Now Open The newly opened peaks range in altitude from 5,700 metres to 7,756 metres and include some of the most iconic and technically chall...

Dehradun, February 3:A tragic bus accident occurred in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, when a Himachal Roadways bus carrying passengers fell into a gorge near Vikasnagar, claiming four lives and injuring more than 30 others. The bus, en route to Paonta Sahib via the Meens-Kwanu-Haripur route, left the Chaupal depot at around 6:30 AM. The accident reportedly happened around 10 AM near Sudoi Khad when the bus swerved to give way to a truck. The vehicle lost balance as the roadside embankment gave way, causing it to plunge into a deep gorge after overturning several times. Among the deceased are two men and two women. Local residents rushed to the site to help rescue passengers even before the authorities arrived. Police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) quickly reached the scene and ...

Dehradun: A tragic bus accident in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, has claimed three lives and left over 30 passengers injured. The Himachal Roadways bus, en route to Paonta Sahib, plunged into a gorge in the Vikasnagar area. According to reports, the HRTC bus lost control near Quanu in Vikasnagar while negotiating the Meenas-Quanu-Haripur route. The accident occurred around 10:00 AM. Rescue teams, including local authorities and the SDRF, rushed to the scene to evacuate and assist passengers. Accident Details The bus had departed from the Chaupal Depot at approximately 6:30 AM and made a stop at Nehwa before continuing its journey toward Paonta Sahib. Eyewitnesses reported that the bus veered toward the edge of the road while trying to give way to a truck near Sudoi Khad. The roadside emb...

Jyoti Adhikari, the social media influencer from Haldwani, Uttarakhand, has once again attracted attention, this time due to a concerning post hinting at suicidal thoughts. The post, made on her verified Facebook page, has gone viral and sparked widespread discussion online. The Post and Public ReactionIn her post dated 2 February at 3:07 PM, Jyoti wrote: “Friends, if I commit suicide, who will be responsible? Have I been troubled too much? I am very disturbed. I feel like everything around me is breaking.” The post has already received over 1,000 likes and 467 comments, with many users urging her to seek help and expressing concern about her mental health. Previous Activism and ControversyJyoti Adhikari had earlier gained attention for her involvement in a protest related to the Ank...

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...