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Nainital : Nainital, one of Uttarakhand’s most popular tourist destinations, is facing a new challenge. Social media reels, once used to promote the city’s beauty, are now spreading negative and misleading content. These viral videos show traffic jams, parking chaos, and exaggerated crowd scenes, creating fear among potential visitors. Hotel owners say that even during peak seasons like New Year’s Eve, weekends, and holidays, tourist arrivals have been far lower than expected. Many tourists cancelled their pre‑bookings after watching these reels, assuming that visiting Nainital would be difficult and unpleasant. Content creators do it due to the more views Local hoteliers believe that some content creators deliberately make negative reels because they attract more likes and shares. Minor disturbances are presented as if the entire city is in crisis. In some cases, old videos or clips from other cities are falsely shown as Nainital. This trend has created confusion among...
Rudraprayag : Kedarnath, one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand, attracts lakhs of devotees annually. The journey to the temple is considered the toughest among the Char Dham routes due to high altitude, extreme weather, and difficult terrain. Currently, pilgrims undertake a 16‑km trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath Dham, passing through Rambada and Lincholi. The trek includes a 9‑km stretch to Rambada, 2 km to Lincholi, and a final 5‑km climb to the temple. Despite infrastructure upgrades after the devastating floods of June 2013, frequent landslides and heavy rainfall continue to disrupt the yatra. Tunnel project to ease pilgrimage To improve access, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will construct a 7‑km tunnel in Rudraprayag district. The tunnel will start at Chaumasi, the last village in the Kalimath Valley, and end at Lincholi, just 5 km from the temple. Once completed, the tunnel will reduce the walking distance from 16 km to 5 km, easing the...
Dehradun : The weather in Uttarakhand has remained dry for several weeks. Bright sunshine brings some relief during the day, but mornings and evenings are bitterly cold. Frost covers the mountains, while dense fog continues to trouble the plains. According to the Meteorological Department, there will be no major change in the weather for the next three to four days. The state is expected to remain dry, with fog affecting visibility in many areas. Fog and travel difficulties Dense fog is likely in Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar, Nainital, Champawat, Pauri, and Dehradun. Light to moderate fog may also occur in some mountainous regions. This fog is expected to cause travel difficulties, and even air services may be affected due to low visibility. Lack of rainfall since November November and December were unusually dry months, with negligible rainfall and snowfall. January has also remained dry so far. Although light snowfall occurred in some hilly areas, it was not enough to improve...
Uttarkashi : The historic border village of Jadung, located near the Nelang Valley in Uttarkashi district, is set to come alive again. This village was evacuated during the 1962 India-China War and has remained empty for decades. Now, under the central government’s Vibrant Villages initiative, Jadung will be repopulated and developed as a tourist destination. Hill-style homes for families The Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) has started construction of six houses in the first phase. In total, 23 families who originally belonged to Jadung will be given hill-style homes. These houses are being built to reflect the traditional architecture of the region, preserving local culture while providing modern amenities. Tourism Secretary Dhiraj Garbyal said that the return of the original inhabitants will not only repopulate the village but also boost tourism activities. The resettlement will help revive the local economy and showcase the unique heritage of Jadung to visitors. Tourism...
Almora : In a shocking act of protest, Kusum Lata Baudai and her younger sister Sanjana, a Class 10 student from the Salt development block of Almora district, wrote a letter to President Droupadi Murmu using their blood. The sisters said they were deeply disturbed by reports that the name of a “VIP” has again surfaced in the Ankita Bhandari case. Through their letter, they asked whether influential people are above the law and how ordinary families can feel safe if justice is delayed when a daughter of the country is murdered. Appeal to the President The sisters wrote, “India is a justice loving country and you are not only the first person of the country, but also a lady and our guardian. Hence, we request you to intervene in this matter and provide justice by punishing all involved including the ‘VIP’.” Their letter was sent to the President through the Sub‑Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Kashipur. Statement by Kusum Lata Kusum Lata, who is also the state spokesperson...
Dehradun : The holy shrine of Kedarnath Dham in Rudraprayag district has been experiencing snowfall for the past four days. On Monday, heavy snow covered the temple and surrounding peaks, creating a beautiful silver view. Devotees and tourists were delighted to see the shrine wrapped in a white blanket. Temperatures in the Kedarnath Valley have dropped below freezing, making life difficult. The pond on the trekking route has frozen, and ongoing reconstruction work at the shrine has been affected. The cold wave has also spread to lower areas, increasing the intensity of winter. Rain and snow in other districts According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain and snowfall is expected in Uttarkashi, Chamoli, and Pithoragarh today. Snowfall is likely in areas above 2,800 meters. Meanwhile, the plains of Uttarakhand, including Dehradun, Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar, Nainital, Champawat, and Pauri, may see dense fog and frost. A yellow alert has been issued for these...
Dehradun : Police in Ranipokhari, Dehradun, have arrested three men for running an illegal business involving quilts and mattresses used on dead people. The accused were caught red‑handed collecting old bedding, removing the cotton, mixing it with new cotton, and selling it as fresh products in the market. The arrested men are identified as Salman, son of Hamid Ali; Hamid Ali, son of Nisar Ahmed, originally from Amroha but living in Ranipokhari; and Sanjay, son of Chunna Lal, a resident of Rishikesh. How the gang operated Investigations revealed that the quilts and mattresses had been used by people suffering from serious infections, chronic illnesses, and fatal diseases. Without any sanitization or health checks, the cotton was recycled and sold at high prices. Police recovered a large number of quilts, mattresses, cotton‑picking equipment, and finished materials from the scene. The cotton has been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) for testing. Public reaction Local...
Dehradun : The Uttarakhand government is discussing a proposal to give Haridwar and Rishikesh the status of Sanatan holy cities. This move would extend the current entry ban on non-Hindus, which applies to a few ghats, to all 105 Ganga ghats and the wider Kumbh area. The proposal is being discussed with seers, saints, Akhara Parishad, and Shri Ganga Sabha, the body that oversees rituals at Haridwar’s ghats. These groups have long demanded that Haridwar be officially recognized as a holy city, with stricter rules to preserve its sanctity. Saints’ demands Saints and religious organizations argue that Haridwar’s spiritual character must be protected. They have demanded: Restrictions on non-Hindus entering the ghats. A ban on overnight stays for non-Hindus in the city. Stronger security at religious sites. They believe these steps are necessary to maintain discipline during massive events like the Kumbh Mela, which attracts millions of pilgrims. Government’s stand Uttarakhand CM...
Dehradun : Dehradun witnessed massive protests yesterday as people from across Uttarakhand gathered to demand justice for Ankita Bhandari. The protest was called by the Uttarakhand Mahila Manch and supported by the Uttarakhand Kranti Dal, Congress, and several social organizations. Protesters marched from the Parade Ground to the Chief Minister’s residence, raising slogans and demanding a CBI investigation into the case. They also asked for the names of VIPs allegedly linked to the incident to be revealed. Diverse groups join the protest The protests were not limited to political parties. Transgender groups also joined, demanding justice for Ankita. Some protesters carried pots with slogans written on them, highlighting controversial remarks made by Minister Rekha Arya’s husband, Girdhari Lal Sahu. This unique form of protest showed the anger and frustration among people, who believe the government is not doing enough to ensure justice. Congress candlelight march In Selaqui,...
Dehradun : The plains of Uttarakhand are experiencing severe cold and dense fog. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for fog in isolated areas of Dehradun, Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar, Nainital, Champawat, and Pauri districts. The fog has reduced visibility, making travel difficult for commuters. People are facing problems in the morning hours, while sunshine during the day is weak and unable to provide much relief. Dry cold in plains Despite sunshine, temperatures are dropping during the day. The cold wave has made life uncomfortable in the plains. Dim sunlight has increased the severity of cold. Many areas are reporting biting cold conditions, with people forced to stay indoors. Snowfall in higher reaches In the mountainous regions, snowfall has already occurred in the higher peaks after a long wait. The minimum temperature in some areas has dropped below zero. The effect of snowfall is also being felt in the plains, where cold winds are blowing....
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