Congress Protests Minister Joshi's Uttarkashi Visit Over Neglect
Congress workers halted Cabinet Minister Ganesh Joshi's convoy in Uttarkashi, accusing him of ignoring the district after the Dharali disaster and failing to inspect damaged roads.
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Himachal Village Toru Rejects Costly Traditions
Toru village in Himachal's Sirmaur district unanimously adopts resolution banning extravagant weddings, liquor, and reforming rituals to ease economic burden on families.
Uttarkashi: 51 Villages Still Lack Tap Water Despite Jal Jeevan Mission
Five years after Jal Jeevan Mission launch, 51 Uttarkashi villages remain without tap water. Residents face daily struggles fetching water, with forest approvals delaying Rs 121 crore projects.
Inside Sainji: Uttarakhand's Golden Corn Village
Discover Sainji, a Himalayan village in Tehri Garhwal where corn drying is an ancient art. Explore its sustainable farming, strong community, and why it's an offbeat travel gem. Plan your visit.
Mana Village: Now India's First, Not Last
Discover why Mana, a Himalayan village in Uttarakhand, has been symbolically rebranded from 'India's Last Village' to 'India's First Village'. Explore its culture, treks, and sacred sites.
Gumla DC's Historic Visit to Remote Asur-Korwa Village
Gumla DC Prerna Dixit visited the remote Karamdon-Asurtoli village, addressing long-pending road connectivity and welfare schemes for PVTG communities. A DPR for a bridge and an Aadhaar camp were ordered. Read more.
Uttarkashi village cut off, 500 residents wait for road
Despite being just 2 km from Gangnani on the Gangotri highway, Hurri village in Uttarkashi lacks a motorable road. 500 residents face daily struggles, impacting healthcare, education, and tourism access. Read about their long-pending demand.
Uttarkashi drought hits pea, wheat crops in Rawai Valley
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Rajasthan 'treasure pot' hoax busted, two conmen arrested
A mysterious pot dug up in a Rajasthan village, sparking a treasure frenzy, turned out to be a hoax. Police arrested two locals for cheating. Details inside.
Odisha's Babojola Village Bans Littering, Holds Cleanliness Fest
Discover Babojola, a model village in Mayurbhanj where cleanliness is a way of life, enforced by CCTV and celebrated with a unique festival on Feb 15-16. Read its inspiring story.
16-Day Uttarkashi Protest Over Garbage Crisis, Health Risks
Tambakhani residents protest for 16 days against Uttarkashi's waste mismanagement causing stench, health hazards, and traffic chaos. Leaders demand urgent action.
Congress Alleges Unchecked Mining in Uttarkashi Eco-Zone
Congress members in Uttarkashi allege illegal mining and construction in the eco-sensitive Pachiyari area, blaming norms violation for the Dharali disaster and risking another. Authorities have halted work pending permissions.
Gorshali's Unique Winter Ramlila Ends After 21 Days
Gorshali village in Uttarkashi concluded its unique winter Ramlila on Jan 1, a tradition since 1904. Discover the story of royal bans, serpent deities, and community devotion.
Uttarakhand's Abandoned Village Martoli: A Lost Himalayan Life
Explore the haunting story of Martoli, a once-thriving trade village in Uttarakhand's Johar Valley, abandoned after the 1962 war. Discover its history and fragile future. Read more.
Rare Sirkeer Malkoha Bird Found in Uttarkashi
A rare Sirkeer Malkoha bird, typically found in plains, has been recorded for the first time in Uttarkashi district. Forest officials cite climate change as a possible cause. Discover the details.
Missing Agniveer declared dead after Uttarakhand floods
Uttarkashi administration declares missing Agniveer Sachin Ponia dead after 4-month search. Family clings to hope despite provisional death certificate. Read the full story.
Uttarkashi to Hear Family of Missing Agniveer Declared Dead
Uttarkashi administration will address concerns of Hathras Agniveer's family after declaring him dead post-flash floods. The 24-year-old soldier went missing in August 2025.
UP Village Rushes for Rabies Shots After Buffalo Milk Scare
Panic grips Pipraul village in UP's Badaun after a buffalo, bitten by a stray dog, dies. Over 200 villagers who consumed its milk in raita rush for anti-rabies vaccines. Health officials urge calm.
Gorakhpur village becomes state's first Jal Arpan village
Jungle Teenkoniya Number Teen in Gorakhpur is now UP's first Jal Arpan village under Har Ghar Jal. Every home has 24x7 tap water. Read about this sustainable water model.
Uttarkashi Town Unanimously Declared a Religious City
Uttarkashi municipality unanimously passes a resolution to declare the town a religious city. The proposal seeks a ban on meat and liquor shops and now heads to the state government for final approval.
Uttarkashi Village Crosses State Lines for Medical Care
Residents of Arakot village in Uttarkashi face a healthcare crisis due to a non-functional primary health centre. Forced to travel to Himachal Pradesh for treatment, they highlighted the issue at a camp where 133 complaints were submitted. Read more.
MLA's MGNREGA Funds: 'Mistake' or Conspiracy?
Uttarkashi MLA Durgeshwar Lal faces controversy as ₹22,962 credited to his & wife's accounts under MGNREGA. Officials call it a 'mistake', MLA alleges conspiracy. Read details.
Rs 207.4 Crore Plan for Yamunotri Highway Landslide Fix
NHAI submits a Rs 207.4 crore DPR to treat 13 active landslide zones on Uttarakhand's Yamunotri highway. Work begins as monsoon damage worsens. Get the full report.
Dry Winter Hits Uttarakhand Apple Production in Uttarkashi
Prolonged dry spells and lack of winter rain & snow in Uttarakhand threaten apple yields. Experts warn of inadequate chilling hours impacting the prized Harsil valley crop. Read more.
Uttarkashi Police Seek New Outposts in Remote Border Areas
Uttarkashi police propose establishing six new police outposts in remote border areas to replace the revenue police system, aiming to improve security and local access. SP Kamlesh Upadhyay details the plan.
Mass Protest in Harsil Against Tree Felling for Char Dham Road
Environmentalists and residents from multiple states protest tree felling for Char Dham road widening in Uttarakhand's Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, citing ecological threats. Read more.
Uttarkashi: Scrapped Hydropower Project Tunnels Being Sealed
UJVNL seals tunnels of scrapped Loharinag Pala hydropower project in Uttarkashi, aiming to restore Bhagirathi's natural flow by 2027 at Rs 15 crore cost. Congress questions the move.
Telangana village hasn't voted in panchayat polls since 1983
Gudem village in Mancherial boycotts elections for 40+ years over ST seat reservations, leading to severe water scarcity, land devaluation, and job losses. Read how a political standstill cripples development.
Himalayan Flood Debris 'Nearly Impossible' to Remove, Say Experts
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
Uttarakhand Village Imposes Heavy Fines to Curb Alcohol Abuse
Simkot village in Pithoragarh introduces strict community penalties, including Rs 50,000 fines and social boycott, to fight rising alcohol consumption and smuggling, aiming to protect youth and families.
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