SC Criticizes Uttarakhand for Forest Land Encroachment
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
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Uttarakhand HC stays transfer, cites violation of 2017 Act
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
Girl, 12, rescues classmate from bear attack in Uttarakhand school
A brave 12-year-old girl rescued her classmate from a bear cub in Chamoli. This second attack at the school highlights rising human-wildlife conflict in Uttarakhand. Read the full story.
SC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance of Uttarakhand Forest Land Grabbing
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
SC Slams Uttarakhand Govt Over Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Rs 94 Crore Released for Uttarakhand Rural Bodies
The Central Government has disbursed Rs 94 crore to Uttarakhand's rural local bodies for development works. This fund release is part of the 15th Finance Commission grant.
Uttarakhand's Pravasi Panchayats to Curb Migration
Uttarakhand govt announces Pravasi Panchayats in all 13 districts to encourage reverse migration. Pithoragarh is the pilot district. Learn about the state's initiatives.
City's Street Vendors Suffer Due to Law Inaction
The failure to implement the Street Vendors Act is causing daily hassles for vendors, disrupting traffic, and affecting pedestrians. Read more about the ongoing civic crisis.
Uttarakhand Governor Returns Anti-Conversion Bill
Lt Gen (retd) Gurmit Singh, Uttarakhand Governor, returns Bill amending state's anti-conversion law citing errors. Government plans ordinance route. Read the full story.
Uttarakhand CM Reviews 'Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar' Programme
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami directs officials to hold camps in all Nyaya Panchayats from Dec 17. Aim: ensure 100% eligible citizens get welfare benefits and grievances are resolved on spot.
Hoshiarpur Protests Over Police Inaction in Assault Case
Residents of Hoshiarpur block roads demanding action against police officials for alleged negligence in a woman's assault case. The protest follows a similar incident in Jalandhar.
Two held for murder of Dehradun digital journalist
Amit Sehgal and Parthoshil arrested for the alleged murder of journalist Pankaj Mishra in Dehradun. The assault was targeted at his vital organs, police inaction alleged. Read the shocking details.
Uttarakhand's Strict Anti-Conversion Bill Returned by Governor
Uttarakhand's Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill 2025, proposing life term for forced conversions, was returned by Governor Gurmit Singh. The Dhami government must now reconsider or issue an ordinance.
HC Notice to Govt on Minority Education Act Challenge
Uttarakhand High Court seeks state government's response in two weeks on a petition challenging key sections of the new Minority Education Act, 2025, filed by a madrassa. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand Boosts Entrepreneurship with Rs 33.22 Crore Aid
Uttarakhand government disburses Rs 33.22 crore to 3,848 beneficiaries under Mukhyamantri Swarozgar Yojna, aiming to create jobs and curb migration. Discover how the scheme is transforming local economy.
Chandigarh Bar Boycott Continues Over Lawyer Assault Case
Chandigarh lawyers continue court boycott as Punjab & Haryana High Court takes suo motu notice of police inaction in an advocate's assault case. FIR finally registered after judicial intervention.
Shiv Sena Leader Warns of Public Safety Crisis in Jalandhar
Shiv Sena leader Rajinder Singh Kaka warns that public safety in Jalandhar is compromised by anti-social elements. He demands immediate police action. Read more.
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.
Nadiad sweet shop hit by thieves 10 times in 9 years
Krishna Dairy Products in Nadiad faces 10 burglaries in 9 years, with thieves stealing quintals of sweets. Owner Mukesh Pandit says police response is inadequate. Read the full story.
ED Alleges Punjab Govt Failed to Act on Illegal Mining
The Enforcement Directorate claims the Punjab government failed to act on a 2018 illegal mining case. Ex-officer's statement reveals alleged political interference. Read the full investigation details.
Uttarakhand MPs Seek Central Help Over Wildlife Attacks
Uttarakhand MPs raise alarm in Parliament over surge in bear and leopard attacks, citing climate change and habitat loss. Parents fear sending kids out as terror grips hills.
Uttarakhand Begins Verification of 2003 Voter Rolls
Uttarakhand's election department initiates a crucial pre-revision exercise to verify voters from the 2003 electoral rolls, aiming to ensure accuracy and integrity ahead of potential updates.
Leopard kills man in Pauri Garhwal, third death in a month
A 42-year-old man was killed by a leopard in Pauri Garhwal, marking the third fatal attack in the district within a month. Public anger over rising human-wildlife conflict intensifies. Read more.
Uttarakhand HC Stops Salary Recovery from Govt Staff
Uttarakhand High Court quashes orders for recovering excess salary from state employees, citing violation of natural justice. The ruling offers major relief across departments. Read the full details.
Panchkula Vendors' Coloured Lights Deceive Customers
Fruit and vegetable vendors in Panchkula use coloured lighting to hide produce quality, sparking resident anger. Municipal Corporation faces allegations of turning a blind eye. Read more.
Uttarakhand CS Inspects Golu Devta Temple Corridor Site
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan visited Champawat's Golu Devta temple to review the corridor project aimed at boosting religious tourism and local economy. Details inside.
3 New Doppler Radars Approved for Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand's early-warning system gets a major boost with 3 new Doppler radars approved for Haridwar, Pantnagar & Auli. This upgrade aims to improve accuracy of weather alerts in the hazard-prone state. Read more.
Uttarakhand Creates First Sanskrit Promotion Commission
Uttarakhand announces a new high-level commission dedicated to promoting Sanskrit education, research, and culture. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami says it can foster global unity. Read more.
Modi Highlights Uttarakhand's Tourism Potential in Mann Ki Baat
PM Modi dedicates over 2 minutes of Mann Ki Baat to Uttarakhand, praising its winter tourism, adventure sports like ultra-marathon, and rising popularity as a wedding destination.
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