Tag: The News Mail
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…]
Deadline Imposed for Lokayukta Nomination
A division bench comprising Chief Justice Vipin Sanghi and Justice Rakesh Thapliyal from the Uttarakhand High Court has issued a directive to the government, instructing [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…]
People trapped in Badrinath highway
A Race Against Time and Debris In a stunning display of bravery and determination, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) carried out a daring rescue [Read More…]
Dengue Cases Reach 500 in Uttarakhand :Battling Mosquito-Borne Threat Amidst Rainfall
The state of Uttarakhand is grappling with a significant public health challenge as Dengue cases breach the 500-mark amidst incessant rainfall. The combination of heavy [Read More…]
Challenge of Overpopulation in Uttarakhand: A Call for Sustainable Development
The scenic beauty of Uttarakhand, nestled in the embrace of the Himalayas, has attracted an ever-increasing number of visitors over the years. However, this influx [Read More…]
Tata Power’s Notable Gain: Collaborative Effort for 9 MWp Solar Project in Uttarakhand
Tata Power, a frontrunner in the energy sector, has garnered attention once more for its strategic collaboration on a significant solar project in Uttarakhand. The [Read More…]
Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorm Alert in Uttarakhand: IMD Issues Warning
The weather forecast for Uttarakhand’s districts brings a cautionary note from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) as heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms accompanied by [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