Sri Lanka Tapu: Uttarakhand’s ‘Monsoon Island’ braces for three months of isolation, new helipad offers hope amid challenges

Sri Lanka Tapu: Uttarakhand’s ‘Monsoon Island’ braces for three months of isolation, new helipad offers hope amid challenges

Dehradun:  As monsoon sets to hit Uttarakhand in the coming few days, the remote village of Sri Lanka Tapu, located in Nainital district’s Bindukhatta area, is preparing for three months of complete isolation. Every year, 115 families residing in this unique settlement find themselves cut off from the mainland, battling flooding, lack of infrastructure, and … Read more

CM Dhami reviews final preparations for National Games closing ceremony on Feb 14

CM Dhami reviews final preparations for National Games closing ceremony on Feb 14

Dehradun: Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami inspected the arrangements for the 38th National Games at the Haldwani Golapar Sports Stadium on Thursday. The Chief Minister reviewed the final preparations for the grand closing ceremony, including stage construction, decoration, and seating arrangements. CM Dhami also expressed happiness over the performances of Uttarakhand players in 38th National Games. … Read more

Grand closing of 38th National Games in Uttarakhand on 14 Feb; Amit Shah chief guest

Uttarakhand decked up to host 38th National Games with 35 sports events; Grand opening today by PM Modi

Dehradun: The 38th National Games, which have been taking place in Uttarakhand, will come to a grand conclusion on 14 February. The closing ceremony promises to be a memorable event, with special honours for record-setting players and a “Games Recap” to highlight winning moments. Home Minister Amit Shah will be the Chief Guest, and Bollywood … Read more

Expired milk, spoiled Paneer for students; Surprise inspection at Haldwani Medical College reveals

Expired milk, spoiled Paneer for students; Surprise inspection at Haldwani Medical College reveals

Haldwani: Students at Haldwani Medical College were shocked to discover that they were being served food made with expired spices, milk, and rice. On Wednesday, Principal Dr. Arun Joshi conducted a surprise inspection of the boys’ mess after receiving complaints about poor quality and stale food. He was accompanied by a team led by Senior … Read more

Uttarakhand’s Haldwani was Manmohan Singh’s first home post-partition, family in Doon

Uttarakhand’s Haldwani was Manmohan Singh’s first home post-partition, family in Doon

Dehradun: Uttarakhand’s Haldwani was the first address of Manmohan Singh after his family migration during partition in 1948. He had taken admission in 6th standard in M.B. Inter College situated at Bhotia Padav area in Haldwani after coming to India. The entire nation is mourning the loss of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who had a … Read more