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Waqf Act Amendment Bill Introduced in Lok Sabha
New Delhi: The Union government on Thursday introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha, aiming to overhaul the management of Waqf properties [Read More…]
Tragic Incidents 3 children killed in wildlife attacks in Uttarakhand
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Uttarakhand’s Tehri Garhwal district recently witnessed another devastating incident of human-wildlife conflict. A three-year-old boy, Aarav Panwar, became a [Read More…]
Govt Schools and Offices in Uttarakhand Opened for Recreational Activities: A New Avenue for Community Engagement
In a groundbreaking move, the government of Uttarakhand has taken a progressive step to transform the state’s schools and office spaces into vibrant hubs of [Read More…]
Four people died due to landslide hitting a parking lot in Chamba,Tehri Garhwal
A massive landslide triggered by incessant rains struck a taxi parking lot near a police station in Chamba town of Tehri Garhwal district on Monday afternoon, killing four people, including a four-month-old newborn. The incident occurred around 12:50p.m., according to State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) commandant Manikant Mishra, when tons of debris suddenly flowed down a hill onto the parking lot, which was soon swamped under the debris. The victims were trapped inside a car that was buried beneath the debris. Poonam Khanduri, 30, Saraswati Khanduri, 32, Sharwal Khanduri, infant, and Prakash were all identified as residents of Jaspur in the Kandisaur area of Tehri Garhwal. Search operations were still underway as of late Monday evening, as more people were believed to be trapped beneath the debris. “According to locals, there could be one more person under the debris being removed by excavating machines,” SDRF inspector Lalita Negi said. Meanwhile, the district administration evacuated residents of houses near the slide zone as a precautionary measure. Since June 15, over 80 people have been killed, 47 have been injured, and 18 are still missing as a result of natural disasters in Uttarakhand, with landslides being the most deadly. Landslide hits a parking lot in Chamba, Tehri Garhwal, killing four people
Uttarakhand HC seeks govt reply on damaged bridges
DEHRADUN: The Uttarakhand high court (HC) has ordered the state government to halt mining projects and file an affidavit within four weeks regarding extensive damage [Read More…]
Chandrayaan-3 separated from the spacecraft on Thursday, as Vikram prepares for Deboosting.
BENGALURU: The launch vehicle of Chandrayaan-3 Vikram successfully separated from the propulsion module on Thursday, 34 days after they were launched together (July 14), bringing [Read More…]
Chandrayaan-3 a step closer
Chandrayaan-3 goes closer to 100 km lunar orbit, one step closer to separation The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) announced on Monday that a precise maneuver executed today resulted in a near-circular orbit of 150 km x 177 km for the Chandrayaan-3 satellite. “The orbital circularization phase begins…The next mission is scheduled for August 16, 2023, at approximately 0830 hours IST,” according to the ISRO. Chandrayaan-3’s landing module will separate from the propulsion module after it reaches 100 kilometer orbit.
First time in 17 years, India loses an international series to the West Indies
The West Indies won the five-match series 3-2 by thrashing India by eight wickets in the fifth T20I in Florida. For the first time in 17 years, India was defeated in an international series (minimum three-match series) against the West Indies. India scored 165/9, which the West Indies chased down in 18 overs.