The Latest Breaking News from Uttarakhand

Weather tomorrow, July 11: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, UP, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra & 10+ states. Check IMD's latest forecast

India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rainfall across many regions on July 11. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected over several northern and eastern states. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds will affect many areas. Active monsoon systems will continue bringing significant rainfall to north and central India. Residents…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Gangotri National Highway reopened after debris clearance; Uttarakhand on high alert amid heavy rainfall warning

The road stretch had been blocked due to landslide debris accumulation, disrupting movement along the highway. Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya has directed the deployment of a permanent JCB machine at the location.

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Panel to hear all parties before submiting report: Garhwal Commissioner on Badrinath Dham donation probe

A three-member committee will investigate Badrinath Dham Temple donation irregularities. The committee will hear perspectives from concerned parties and complainants. This group will propose suggestions to streamline the temple's donation system. The Uttarakhand government formed the committee following allegations of embezzlement. Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Why Do People in Uttarakhand Grow Harela Every Year?

Have you ever wondered why, every year, thousands of families in Uttarakhand carefully plant a handful of seeds inside their homes? They water them every day, watch them sprout into fresh green shoots and then treat them with the same respect as a blessing. At first glance, it may seem…

MyLifeXP · Jul 9

Heavy rain in next 48 hours in Uttarakhand; several districts on 'Red Alert': Met

Uttarakhand is experiencing active monsoon conditions with extreme rainfall recorded in Kashipur. A red alert has been issued for seven districts due to heavy to very heavy rainfall predictions. The weather department forecasts continued rain across the state for the next 48 hours. Risks of landslides and flash floods are…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Uttarakhand becomes country's sixth fully literate state

Uttarakhand achieved full literacy status, becoming the sixth state to do so. This significant milestone was reached after meeting adult literacy benchmarks set by the government. Governor Gurmeet Singh approved the proposal declaring the state fully literate after this achievement. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted public participation and government…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Weather Tomorrow (July 9): IMD says monsoon to cover entire India soon; Heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand & more. Check full advisory

IMD weather tomorrow July 9: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several parts of the country on July 9. Conditions remain favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance over the remaining parts of north India, completing its coverage of the entire country…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

When PSUs, fertiliser shops, and flour mills became Uttarakhand’s ‘investors’ after global summit

Inaugurating the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit on December 8, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the state a “new hub for investment”, crediting the “double engine” government’s push on tourism, connectivity and investment.

Newslaundry · Jul 8

Uttarakhand: BKTC official booked for embezzlement of Badrinath Dham Temple donations

A criminal case was filed against Pramod Nautiyal, a Personal Assistant, for allegedly diverting temple offerings. He was suspended by the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee after preliminary findings substantiated the allegations. An inquiry committee found prima facie evidence of serious irregularities in his official duties. The Uttarakhand Government has also formed…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Why Vultures Are Irreplaceable Scavengers and What Their Extinction Means for India's Ecosystem

A stomach that kills anthraxVultures have gastric acid with a pH close to 1, among the most corrosive digestive environments measured in any vertebrate. A carcass infected with anthrax, botulinum toxin, or rabies virus passes through that acid and exits neutralised. No other scavenger in India's food web does this.…

Times Life · Jul 8