Uttarakhand

Kashipur, Uttarakhand: The suicide of farmer and history-sheeter Sukhwant Singh in Kashipur has triggered a storm of outrage, following the circulation of a viral video in which he leveled serious allegations against police officials and influential individuals. Acting on directions from Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, the police have taken swift action. Incident Details Sukhwant Singh, a resident of Kashipur, ended his life by shooting himself at a local hotel in the Gaulapar area under Kathgodam police jurisdiction. Prior to his death, Singh recorded a video message expressing deep anger and frustration, accusing certain individuals of harassment and undue pressure. He also alleged that police failed to address his complaints seriously, leaving him distressed. The video quic...

Haridwar, Uttarakhand: Ahead of the grand Kumbh Mela 2027 preparations, questions have arisen over restrictions on non-Hindus at Har Ki Pauri and 104 other ghats in Haridwar. Some reports suggested a new policy was being imposed to bar non-Hindus from these sacred areas. The Haridwar Municipal Corporation (HMC) has now issued a clarification, stating that this is not a new rule but a longstanding provision that dates back to pre-Independence times. Municipal Corporation Sets the Record StraightHMC officials explained that the restriction applies to non-Hindus entering the Har Ki Pauri area, except for officials visiting for official work. Municipal Commissioner Nandan Kumar emphasized that presenting this as a new government order or policy is factually incorrect. He noted that the g...

Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand: The parents of Ankita Bhandari, the young woman at the center of the high-profile Uttarakhand murder case, have expressed satisfaction over the state government’s recommendation for a CBI investigation. They reiterated their demand that the probe focus on the alleged involvement of a VIP guest and be conducted under the supervision of a Supreme Court judge. Ankita’s parents, Virendra Bhandari and Soni Devi, met Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami in Dehradun on Thursday and requested a CBI investigation into the case. The meeting came amid widespread public outrage in the state following the circulation of videos allegedly linking a VIP guest to the case. Responding to the demand, CM Dhami recommended a CBI inquiry on Friday, a decision that has been welcomed ...

Dehradun: Videos of snowfall at Kedarnath Dham have recently gone viral on social media, prompting a firm response from the Badrikedar Temple Committee. Following objections from temple priests, the committee has written to the Rudraprayag district administration demanding action against those responsible for sharing the videos. Temple Committee Raises ConcernsHemant Dwivedi, President of the Badrikedar Temple Committee, stated that during the winter months, after the temple gates close, Narayana Puja is conducted at the shrines. Sharing videos of the site on social media during this period is considered against religious sentiments. The videos in circulation show Kedarnath completely covered in a thick layer of snow, highlighting the winter beauty of Baba Bholenath’s sacred town. Pr...

Dehradun, Uttarakhand:On the occasion of his birth anniversary, the world remembers Sunderlal Bahuguna, the legendary environmentalist whose tireless efforts transformed India’s approach to forest conservation. Widely regarded as a symbol of environmental protection, Bahuguna’s life and work continue to inspire generations. Born on 9 January 1927 in Silayara village, Tehri district, Bahuguna completed his early education locally before moving to Lahore for higher studies, earning a degree in Arts. Choosing the path of social service over personal comfort, he, along with his wife Vimala Nautiyal, founded the Parvatiya Navjeevan Mandal, an organization dedicated to the social, educational, and moral upliftment of hill communities. Early Social Work Bahuguna’s social consciousness de...

Haldwani:Social media influencer Jyoti Adhikari has been arrested in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, following a day-long police interrogation on Wednesday. After being produced before a court late at night, she was sent to 14 days of judicial custody. The arrest has sparked widespread discussion due to the nature of the allegations, which include hurting religious and social sentiments and alleged violation of the Arms Act. Why Was Jyoti Adhikari Arrested? According to police and media reports, Jyoti Adhikari came under the scanner after making objectionable remarks about women from the Kumaon and hill regions, as well as controversial statements questioning local deities. The issue escalated during protests related to the Ankita Bhandari murder case, where she was seen publicly brandishing ...

Dehradun: The Ankita Bhandari murder case has once again come into sharp focus in Uttarakhand following claims made by actress Urmila Sanawar, also known as Urmila Rathore, regarding the alleged involvement of a “VIP” in the case. Her statements have triggered political and legal controversy, prompting questioning by the Dehradun police and intervention by the Supreme Court. Police officials from Nehru Colony and Dalanwala police stations questioned Urmila Sanawar at length over her claims, viral audio clips circulated on social media, and the basis of her allegations related to the Ankita Bhandari case. Her statements were recorded on audio and video. According to sources, two senior police officers questioned her for nearly two hours late Tuesday night, in the presence of an IPS offic...

Mussoorie: Slippery road conditions in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, have once again led to accidents, this time on the George Everest–Hathi Paon Road. A scooter lost control on the icy surface and fell into a deep gorge, injuring two people. According to reports, extreme cold caused frost to form on the road, making it dangerously slippery. Eyewitnesses said that as the scooter reached the frosty patch, the rider lost balance and could not control the vehicle. The absence of a parapet along the road edge caused the scooter to plunge into the gorge. Fortunately, local residents rushed to the scene, rescued the victims, and took them to a nearby hospital where they received treatment. Public Anger Over Lack of Safety MeasuresThe incident has sparked anger among local residents, who pointed ...

In a significant development in the Ankita Bhandari murder case, BJP leader Dushyant Kumar Gautam has been granted a major relief by the Delhi High Court. The court directed that all defamatory content associated with Dushyant Kumar Gautam, which had been posted by various social media handles, including those belonging to Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), be removed within 24 hours. The Case Against Defamation Dushyant Kumar Gautam approached the Delhi High Court seeking legal recourse against what he claimed were false and defamatory allegations linking him to the high-profile Ankita Bhandari murder case. Gautam filed a petition that included Congress, AAP, and several others, accusing them of posting baseless claims on social media, tarnishing his reputation without any subs...