Dozens of families in five Pithoragarh villages have not received compensation for land acquired in 2008 for Tharkot lake construction. Migration, low payouts, and paperwork delays plague the process.
Ahead of Nepal's parliamentary elections on March 5, political parties are campaigning heavily on promises to improve cross-border roads, bridges, and trade infrastructure in districts that rely on Indian connectivity for daily life and commerce.
A 29-year-old shepherd from Munsyari died after slipping on snow and falling into a deep ravine while grazing livestock. Rescue efforts by villagers and police were unsuccessful.
A tragic accident on the Tanakpur-Pithoragarh National Highway claimed the lives of a couple, Yogesh Kumar and Nidhi Raj, after their vehicle fell into a 250-meter-deep gorge. Rescue operations were launched following local alerts.
A 28-year-old man in Pithoragarh was arrested for allegedly raping and blackmailing a 20-year-old woman. He has been sent to 14 days' judicial custody after an FIR was filed under multiple sections of BNS and IT Act.
Former soldiers in Pithoragarh demonstrate against moving two Ecological Task Force companies to Rajasthan, citing job losses and Himalayan conservation concerns.
Internal discord within the Congress party surfaced in Pithoragarh when local MLA Mayukh Mahar and former district president Mahendra Lunthi were absent during senior leader Harish Rawat's arrival, highlighting ongoing factional tensions.
A snow leopard has been photographed in Pithoragarh's Darma Valley, its first recorded sighting since 2022. Forest officials highlight this as a positive biodiversity indicator.
Residents of 10 villages in Pithoragarh district demand merger with Bageshwar district, citing easier access to essential services. They plan a relay fast starting February 15 to press their demand.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami laid the foundation stone for the Sharda River Corridor in Champawat, a Rs 3,300 crore project aimed at boosting tourism, economy, and employment in the region.
Nepali women married into Indian families face severe difficulties obtaining Aadhaar cards and identity documents, limiting access to welfare schemes and healthcare. The issue dominated a Jan Jan Ke Dwar program in Pithoragarh's border village.
A private bus carrying a wedding party plunged into a 200-meter-deep gorge in Nepal's Baitadi district, killing 13 people and injuring 34. The bride and groom were in another vehicle.
A previously undocumented cave system has been discovered along the Jakula river in Uttarakhand, featuring a labyrinth structure, waterfall, and clear lake. State tourism and archaeology departments plan a joint survey.
A 12-year-old boy from Badalu village allegedly died by suicide at his aunt's residence in Pithoragarh's Pawan Vihar locality on Friday afternoon while home alone.
A Bengal tiger was sighted in Balatadi village, Champawat district, at an unusual high altitude of 5,000 feet, causing alarm among residents and prompting forest department action with patrolling and camera traps.
A 32-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her husband in Pithoragarh following domestic disputes. The accused, Rajendra Ram Labhad, surrendered at the police station after the incident.
Residents of Satgarh village in Pithoragarh have filed a complaint against Power Grid Corporation for allegedly cutting trees without permission in local forest area where transmission line passes.
Prolonged dry conditions in Uttarakhand's Kumaon region leave Himalayan peaks like Om Parvat snowless, alarming locals and causing crop losses exceeding 10%.
Residents of Jhulaghat organized a two-day Festival of Memories, reconnecting old residents with the town's vibrant past as a bustling cross-border market.
Family of Uttarakhand's 'Little Nirbhaya' accuses state govt of delay in pursuing SC review petition in 2014 rape & murder case. Govt denies slackness. Read the full story.
Two men died and one was injured after their car fell into a deep gorge on Pithoragarh-Thal road. Police suspect a wild animal may have caused the late-night accident. Read the full details.
In a heartwarming act, Sashastra Seema Bal jawans performed the last rites of a woman in a Uttarakhand village where young men have migrated for jobs. Read this inspiring story of community service.
In a remote Pithoragarh hamlet, only three men were left to carry a centenarian's body. SSB jawans stepped in, highlighting the severe migration crisis emptying Uttarakhand's hills. Read the full story.
Nepal's Ambassador to India inspected infrastructure projects in Pithoragarh & Champawat, including a dry port & a new bridge over Kali river, to boost bilateral trade and tourism.
Nepal reverses its 2023 ban on high-value Indian currency, allowing notes up to ₹25,000. A major relief for cross-border trade, tourism, and Nepali workers. Full details inside.
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.
Uttarakhand's Naini Saini Airport transitions to AAI control, paving way for 72-seater aircraft operations and major expansion. Learn about the development plans and local concerns.
Patanjali Ayurved Ltd fined Rs 1 lakh for selling substandard cow ghee in Pithoragarh. Court penalizes distributor and retailer. Company disputes verdict, plans appeal.
Adi Kailash and Om Parwat Yatra in Pithoragarh's Vyas Valley closes from December 1 due to freezing temperatures. Over 36,000 pilgrims visited this year. Read complete details.