Uttarakhand
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Uttarkashi flash floods: What is cloudburst and how did it hit Dharali? Know the phenomenon
India | Aug 05, 2025, 03:42 PM ISTA cloudburst in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district caused flash floods, sweeping away dozens of buildings and leaving several people missing.
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Uttarkashi cloudburst: Flash floods kill 10, wash away several buildings in Uttarakhand
India | Aug 05, 2025, 04:22 PM ISTCloudburst in Uttarkashi: The sudden cloudburst, following days of incessant rainfall, triggered flash floods in Dharali village of Harsil area of the district.
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From Tokyo tycoon to Kanwariya: Who is Hoshi Takayuki, Japanese man turns into a Shiva devotee
India | Aug 01, 2025, 07:58 PM ISTTakayuki once owned a successful chain of 15 beauty product stores in Tokyo, but a life-changing trip to Tamil Nadu two decades ago altered his path forever.
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Uttarakhand: Centre approves Rs 125 crore landslide mitigation project
India | Aug 01, 2025, 04:19 PM ISTThe state has been witnessing major landslides and destruction during monsoons, causing loss of lives, infrastructure damage, and disruption to daily life.
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Two drivers killed, one injured in collision between truck and trolley in Rishikesh
India | Jul 30, 2025, 10:40 AM ISTAs per details, the SDRF post at Dhalwala received an urgent alert from the Rishikesh control room about a truck on fire near the RTO office, with one person trapped inside at around 2 am.
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Mansa Devi stampede triggers overhaul: One-way traffic, entry limits, and safety audits planned
India | Jul 30, 2025, 07:01 AM ISTMansa Devi temple stampede: Concerns were also raised about the poor condition of pedestrian roads leading to the Chandi Devi temple. Mahant Bhavani Shankar, who was part of the meeting, emphasised the need for immediate police presence on festive days.
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Haridwar stampede: Death count in Mansa Devi Temple incident rises to eight, 30 in hospital
India | Jul 28, 2025, 08:34 AM ISTHaridwar stampede: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said a magisterial probe has been ordered into the circumstances leading to the stampede at the Mansa Devi Temple.
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Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar: Story, rituals and significance
Spirituality | Jul 27, 2025, 02:17 PM ISTMore than just a temple, Mansa Devi in Haridwar is a divine space where faith meets folklore — discover why millions tie their wishes here each year.
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Six dead, over 25 injured in stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
India | Jul 27, 2025, 03:29 PM ISTMansa Devi Temple stampede: A rescue and relief operation has been launched, and the injured are being taken to hospitals.
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Kedarnath Yatra disrupted after landslide in Sonprayag; SDRF rescues 100 pilgrims | Video
India | Jul 26, 2025, 12:17 PM ISTLabourers from the Public Works Department (PWD) are working on creating an alternative route to restore movement for the affected pilgrims. The SDRF continues to remain on high alert and is actively engaged in monitoring and relief efforts in the area.
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VIDEO: Arjuna awardee Deepak Hooda saved from drowning in Ganga river in Haridwar
India | Jul 23, 2025, 11:41 PM ISTOnlookers who were with Hooda quickly raised an alarm after noticing him struggling in the river. Responding swiftly, personnel from the 40th Battalion of the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) reached the spot and saved the athlete.
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Uttarkashi chopper crash: Rotor blade struck overhead cable during emergency landing, says AAIB
India | Jul 20, 2025, 06:46 AM ISTUttarkashi chopper crash: The Bell 407 helicopter, bearing registration VT-OXF and operated by Aerotrans Services Pvt. Ltd., was on a chartered flight from Kharsali Helipad to Jhala Helipad as part of the Char Dham Yatra. The flight carried six passengers and was being operated by a single pilot.
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Uttarkashi helicopter crash: Chopper hit overhead cable, says AAIB report
India | Jul 19, 2025, 10:50 PM ISTSix people, including the pilot, were killed, while another was injured after a chopper enroute to Gangotri temple crashed near Gangnani in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district on May 8. The helicopter belonged to a private organisation.
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Uttarakhand weather update: IMD predicts heavy rains, issues alert for Dehradun, Nainital, Tehri
India | Jul 17, 2025, 10:42 AM ISTUttarakhand: The IMD said heavy rains will continue across the state for the next one week. The weather office has also issued Orange Alert for rain in Dehradun, Tehri, Rudraprayag, Nainital and Bageshwar districts of the state.
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Uttarakhand: Daily recitation of 'Gita shlokas' made mandatory in government schools
Education | Jul 16, 2025, 08:57 AM ISTUttarakhand: Teachers are also guided to delve into the philosophical and psychological insights of the Gita, highlighting their role in shaping character, fostering emotional stability, nurturing leadership qualities, and promoting rational decision-making.
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Muqabala: Why The Kanwariyas Are Creating Chaos During Yatra
News | Jul 15, 2025, 11:27 PM ISTIn the month of Sawan, there is chaos in the name of faith in every city... During the Kanwar Yatra, there is hardly any route where there is no ruckus... Pictures of vandalism are coming from some places... There are reports of clashes with shopkeepers from some places... At some places there is a
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Uttarakhand: 8 dead, several injured as vehicle crashes near Suni Bridge in Pithoragarh
India | Jul 15, 2025, 10:56 PM ISTOfficials reported that the vehicle accident near the Suni Bridge in Muwani town triggered panic among local residents. They added that all injured passengers are currently undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital.
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Video: Landslide disrupts Rudraprayag-Badrinath route in Uttarakhand amid heavy rainfall
India | Jul 10, 2025, 07:35 AM ISTUttarakhand: Officials have mobilised heavy equipment to clear the debris and restore traffic on the affected route. Restoration work is actively underway to reopen the road and ensure the safety of all commuters.
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Uttarakhand's 'Mini Amarnath': Shivling resembling Baba Barfani found in Uttarkashi | Watch
India | Jul 08, 2025, 07:00 PM ISTAccording to sources, the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) team stumbled upon the ice Shivling during a mountain expedition in the valley. Notably, a structure resembling Nandi, Lord Shiva's sacred bull, was also reportedly seen in the region.
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Bridge washed away, Yamunotri route disrupted as Uttarakhand reels under heavy rains | VIDEO
India | Jul 07, 2025, 07:14 PM ISTHeavy rainfall in Rudraprayag and adjacent areas of Uttarakhand has increased the water flow in the Alaknanda River. However, even after the heavy rainfall and increased water flow, the river is still flowing below the danger mark.