Govt to Skill Char Dham Workers, Boost Local Income

Dehradun: In a landmark move aimed at elevating the Char Dham Yatra from a spiritually significant journey to a globally benchmarked, safe, and economically...

Eco Fuel Powers Round-the-Clock Hot Water at Kedarnath

Dehradun: In a groundbreaking initiative blending innovation, sustainability, and pilgrim comfort, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that devotees at the sacred...

Census Data to Remain Confidential, Outside RTI Scope

Dehradun: Uttarakhand is gearing up for the first phase of the upcoming Census of India 2027, with house listing and housing census operations set...

Forest Department Develops 30 New Eco-Tourism Sites

DE Bureau (Dehradun): Uttarakhand's lush forests, long a draw for nature lovers, are increasingly becoming engines of local economic growth through targeted eco-tourism development....

Nayar Valley Adventure Fest Begins with Enthusiasm

Pauri Garhwal: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the three-day Nayar Valley Adventure Festival 2026 at Bilkhet, near Satpuli in Pauri Garhwal district,...

Rahul Gandhi Plans Pilgrimage to Adi Kailash and Om Parvat

Pithoragarh: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to visit Adi Kailash and Om Parvat in Pithoragarh district this year for darshan. He has accepted...

Uttarakhand Cabinet Approves 11 Key Proposals

Dehradun: In a series of decisions aimed at boosting economic growth, social welfare, and administrative efficiency, the Uttarakhand Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar...

Ayurveda University Scam Under Vigilance Scanner

(Dehradun): In a major crackdown on corruption, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved an open vigilance inquiry into large-scale financial irregularities worth hundreds...

CSD Canteen Goes Digital with Doorstep Delivery Facility

New Delhi / Dehradun: In a major boost to the welfare of serving soldiers, ex-servicemen, and their families, the Ministry of Defence is transforming...

Mandakini Riverbanks Face Ongoing Illegal Mining

Rudraprayag: In the Agustyamuni-Vijaynagar area of Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district, brazen illegal mining continues unchecked along the banks of the Mandakini River near a petrol...

Safety Concerns Rise Over Contractor’s Lapses in Kwarab

Almora: Ongoing road widening work on the Almora-Haldwani National Highway (NH-109) in the Kwairab area has turned hazardous for commuters due to alleged negligence...

Rudraprayag Navodaya Vidyalaya Struggles After 17 Years of Neglect

Rudraprayag: In the heart of Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district, the Rajiv Gandhi Navodaya Vidyalaya—established in 2009 under the central government's Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya scheme—continues to...

Traditional Crops Get Boost from Seed Banks – Dhiraj Garbyal

Dehradun: In a significant push to revive traditional agriculture and strengthen rural livelihoods, the Uttarakhand government has launched a large-scale community seed bank initiative...

Pine Needles to Boost Women’s Income in Uttarakhand

Dehradun: The Uttarakhand government has taken a concrete step to turn a major problem into an opportunity. Pine needles (locally called pirul — the...

Uttarakhand Opens 83 Major Himalayan Peaks for Mountaineers

Dehradun: Uttarakhand, the Land of the Gods, is set to script a new chapter in adventure tourism. Under the directives of Chief Minister Pushkar...

DM Savin Bansal Inspects Night Shelter and Alav Facilities

Dehradun: With continuous rainfall and intensifying cold gripping the capital city, District Magistrate Savin Bansal conducted a late-night surprise inspection of major intersections and...

Himalayan Expert Prof. M.P.S. Bisht Appointed J&K HVRA Panel

Srinagar Garhwal: In a significant recognition of expertise in Himalayan disaster studies, Prof. M.P.S. Bisht, a senior professor and leading authority on natural hazards...

IIT Roorkee Develops Drone for Artificial Rain and Snowfall

IIT Roorkee Develops Revolutionary Drone for Low-Cost Artificial Rain and Snowfall: A Game-Changer for Drought, Forest Fires, and Himalayan Water Security Roorkee: The Indian Institute...

Lansdowne’s Chocolate Sweet Retains Its Taste for 138 Years

Lansdowne: Nestled in the serene cantonment town of Lansdowne, this quaint hill station is renowned not only for its colonial charm, pine-scented air, and...

Sari village Jute Unit: Skill Meets Income and Dignity

Rudraprayag: In the far-flung rural areas of Uttarakhand, women are breaking barriers and stepping into the spotlight of self-reliance. Not only are they establishing...