Nainital
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Uttarakhand accident: Five killed after car falls into gorge near Kainchi Dham in Nainital
India | May 21, 2026, 11:10 PM ISTPolice personnel, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams and local residents immediately began a rescue operation after receiving information about the accident. However, officials said none of the passengers survived due to the severity of the crash and the difficult terrain.
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New Year 2026: Tourists Flock to Nainital Ahead of Grand New Year's Eve Celebrations
News | Dec 31, 2025, 05:59 PM ISTNainital sees a massive influx of tourists ahead of New Year 2026, with hotels and homestays near full capacity. Popular spots like Mall Road, Naini Lake, and Snow View Point are bustling, causing heavy traffic and high demand for accommodation as visitors flock to celebrate New Year's Eve.
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Uttarakhand fast-tracks six ropeway projects to boost pilgrimage, tourism connectivity
Business | Dec 15, 2025, 05:00 PM ISTThe six projects, which are selected to be taken forward, include key links for pilgrims and tourists across the state.
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Uttarakhand: Leopard caught on CCTV carrying away pet dog from Nainital police station | Video
Trending | Nov 21, 2025, 12:57 PM ISTThe viral footage has raised alarm over urban wildlife safety, highlighting growing risks from wild animals entering residential and public areas.
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Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President, faints during Kumaon University event in Nainital
India | Jun 25, 2025, 11:43 PM ISTMoments after concluding his speech at the event, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar stepped down from the stage and made his way toward Mahendra Singh Pal, a former Lok Sabha MP and longtime parliamentary colleague.
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Romantic Nainital: 6 exciting things to do in the lake city for a memorable trip
Fashion | Jun 16, 2025, 04:53 PM ISTWhether you are an adventure enthusiast, an adventure junkie, or simply a person seeking some serenity and calmness, Nainital has something enchanting in store for you. Here are six things to do that will make your visit to this picturesque hill station even more special.
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Uttarakhand struggles with holiday rush: Major tourist spots crippled by traffic jams | Video
India | Jun 08, 2025, 10:31 PM ISTUttarakhand traffic jam: In Haridwar, a heavy influx of pilgrims resulted in severe traffic slowdowns along the stretch from Alaknanda Tirahe to VIP Ghat. Vehicles moved at a near standstill—averaging just about one kilometre per hour—amid sweltering heat and overflowing parking areas.
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Planning for a solo trip? Here's a complete travel itinerary to visit Nainital this weekend
Travel | Jan 05, 2025, 11:43 AM ISTIf you are fond of traveling alone and have not yet visited Nainital. So here we have brought such tips for you, which can help you in planning your weekend trip.
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Uttarakhand: Death count rises to 36 after passenger bus plunges into gorge in Almora
India | Nov 04, 2024, 02:04 PM ISTA tragic accident in Uttarakhand saw a passenger bus plunged into a gorge near Kupi, resulting in the recovery of 36 bodies from the wreckage. The bus, carrying 46 passengers, was en route from Pauri to Ramnagar. Rescue operations are ongoing with local police joining the efforts.
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Uttarakhand: Neem Karoli Baba's Kainchi Dham to introduce registration facilities like Chardham
India | Jun 02, 2024, 08:23 PM ISTAdequate parking should also be arranged on the routes leading to Kainchi Dham. Shuttle bus service should be started for Kainchi Dham. A bypass is also proposed for Kainchi Dham.
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Uttarakhand forest fire: Three people from Bihar arrested in Chamoli for promoting blaze
India | May 05, 2024, 07:09 AM ISTUttarakhand forest fire: With forest fires still raging in Uttarakhand, newly appointed Head of Forest Force Dhananjai Mohan asked officials to address all fire alerts on priority and reduce the response time.
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Explained: What caused Uttarakhand forest fires and how it can be prevented?
India | Apr 29, 2024, 02:51 PM ISTThe ongoing forest fires in Uttarakhand, particularly in Nainital, have raised concerns about the extent of damage and the need for prevention measures. The fires, exacerbated by dry conditions and human negligence, have prompted intensified firefighting efforts involving various stakeholders.
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Uttarakhand forest fire: Eight fresh blazes reported in 24 hrs, IAF firefighting operations underway
India | Apr 28, 2024, 10:08 PM ISTUttarakhand forest fire: People are being asked to report any forest blaze immediately to the authorities and not to burn garbage in the open or carelessly throw burning cigarette butts or bidis in the forest areas.
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Uttarakhand: Seven Nepalese workers among 8 dead after vehicle falls into gorge in Nainital
India | Apr 09, 2024, 09:49 AM ISTThe officials said the rescue operation was very difficult as it was a 200-foot-deep gorge and dark around the area, however, with the help of locals three have been shifted to a local hospital.
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Good Samaritan Mohammed Shami rescues car accident victim in Nainital, shares video - WATCH
Cricket | Nov 26, 2023, 10:32 AM ISTIt has been a tournament and the month of Mohammed Shami for India in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup and even after the competition has ended, the senior pacer hasn't stopped winning hearts as he came to the rescue of a car accident victim in Nainital. Shami shared the video of the same.
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Five killed as car falls into gorge in Nainital
India | Nov 25, 2023, 11:44 PM ISTThe DM said the road on which the accident took place had got damaged during the rainy season.
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Uttarakhand: Eight people dead as pick-up vehicle falls into gorge near Nainital
India | Nov 17, 2023, 01:52 PM ISTNainital road accident: The vehicle fell into the gorge while trying to save a motorcycle coming from the opposite direction, he said. While six people were killed on the spot, two died at a hospital. A couple and their son were also among those who died in the accident, the SSP said.
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Uttarakhand: Seven die after bus falls into ditch in Nainital, rescue operation underway
India | Oct 09, 2023, 06:49 AM ISTThe officials confirmed the seven deaths as an overnight rescue operation was underway on Monday morning. The officials of the SDRF, the fire department and the Nainital Police launched a joint operation to find the stranded passengers.
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Uttarakhand: Neem Karoli Baba's Kainchi Dham bans entry of devotees in revealing clothes | READ
India | Aug 09, 2023, 02:50 PM ISTKainchi Dham dress code news: The board installed at the entrance gate of Kainchi Dham, read, "All devotees coming to visit the holy shrine of Shri Kainchi Dham are kindly requested to refrain from entering the temple premises wearing disrespectful and indecent attire."
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Uttarakhand: Tourists' car washed away in Ramnagar, 9 dead | WATCH
India | Jul 08, 2022, 02:02 PM ISTUttarakhand news: According to police, all the deceased were tourists while one girl has been rescued.