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19 Sep

CM Dhami Inaugurates Asian Cadet Cup, Calls Fencing India’s Next Rising Sport

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Haldwani, September 19 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Asian Cadet Cup India-2025 at Manaskhand Hall, Indira Gandhi International Sports Stadium, Haldwani, on Friday. The five-day international fencing tournament is being hosted by the Fencing Association of India under the aegis of the Asian Fencing Confederation and will run until September 23. The Chief Minister lit the ceremonial lamp to open the event and expressed confidence that Indian youth will soon achieve international glory in fencing, just as they have in shooting, archery, and javelin throw. “Fencing has not received as much attention as other sports, but…

16 Sep

Dehradun Cloudburst Leaves Trail of Destruction, Search On for Missing Persons

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingDehradun, Uttarakhand

Dehradun (Rajeev Sharma): A sudden cloudburst in the Sahastradhara belt of Dehradun Tuesday triggered flash floods and landslides, leaving behind widespread damage and forcing emergency crews into action. The heavy gush of water swept through houses, roadside shops and parked vehicles, while stretches of roads were washed away. Officials confirmed that two individuals have not been traced since the incident, and rescue agencies are racing against time to locate them. Teams from the SDRF and NDRF have reached the disaster-hit sites and are assisting in evacuations as well as clearing debris. Authorities said the situation is under control but the…

15 Sep

Cabinet Expansion Speculation Grows in Uttarakhand as CM Dhami Meets Party Legislators

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Dehradun: Political activity in Uttarakhand has picked up pace amid growing speculation over an imminent cabinet expansion. The buzz intensified after Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami returned from Delhi and held a flurry of meetings with several Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators and one independent MLA on Sunday. The meetings, held at the Chief Minister’s official residence in Dehradun, have fueled anticipation that a reshuffle or expansion of the state cabinet could take place soon — possibly during the upcoming Navratri festival. With just under two years left before the 2027 Assembly elections, political observers see the potential cabinet rejig…

02 Sep

Uttarakhand Announces 10% Reservation for Agniveers in Uniformed Services

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Dehradun, September 2, 2025– Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has delivered on a key promise by approving 10 percent horizontal reservation in government jobs for demobilized Agniveers. On Monday, the Department of Personnel and Vigilance issued the Horizontal Reservation Rules–2025 for Direct Recruitment to Uniformed Posts in Group-C Services under the State of Uttarakhand.Scope of ReservationUnder the new regulation, ex-Agniveers will receive 10 percent reservation in uniformed posts including Police Constable (Civil/PAC), Sub-Inspector, Platoon Commander PAC, Fireman, Fire Officer Grade-II, Jail Guard, Deputy Jailor, Forest Guard, Forester, Excise Constable, Enforcement Constable, and Secretariat Security Guard. Provisions have also been made…

01 Sep

Monsoon Fury: IMD Issues Red Alert in Punjab, Himachal and Uttarakhand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHimachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a red alert for Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, warning of intense rainfall that could trigger floods, landslides and travel disruptions across these states. Heavy showers are also expected in Delhi, Haryana, East Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh over the next two days, while the southern and western belts, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, will continue to witness strong monsoon activity until early September. In the Northeastern region, rains are likely to persist for five more days. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands…

31 Aug

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Meets Public in Khatima, To Pay Tribute on Balidan Diwas Today

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National Times Bureau, 31 Aug: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was warmly welcomed by public representatives and residents when he reached his residence and Lohiahead camp office on Sunday. During his visit, the CM met locals, listened to their grievances, and directed officials to ensure quick redressal. Dhami stressed that resolving public issues remains the government’s foremost priority.At both his residence and the camp office, a large number of officials, public representatives, and citizens were present. Among them were former State Cooperative Bank chairman Dan Singh Rawat, Municipal Council chairman Ramesh Chandra Joshi, MLA Shiv Arora, Mayor Vikas Sharma, Anil…

28 Aug

CM Dhami Inaugurates Maa Nanda Devi Mela 2025, Announces Major Boost to Almora’s Culture, Healthcare, and Infrastructure

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National Times Bureau, August 28: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the Maa Nanda Devi Mela 2025 of Almora through a virtual medium on Thursday, extending warm greetings to the people of Almora and the entire state. He described the fair as not just a spiritual celebration but also a platform for cultural preservation, economic empowerment, and social development. He also announced that preparations for the grand Maa Nanda Raj Jat Yatra 2026 are already underway.The state government has sanctioned ₹146 crore for the beautification of Jageshwar Dham under the Manaskhand Parvat Mala Mission, with the second phase of…

26 Aug

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Directs Tough Action for ‘Drugs-Free Uttarakhand’ Campaign

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAnti-Narcotics Task Force, Drugs-Free Uttarakhand, NDPS Act, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand

Dehradun, August 25, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to intensify the Drugs-Free Uttarakhand campaign on a large scale. Chairing a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister’s residence, he emphasized strict action against offenders under the NDPS Act and called for strengthening the Anti-Narcotics Task Force with additional posts if required.The Chief Minister instructed that the national narcotics helpline ‘मानस’ – 1933 be widely publicized so citizens can report complaints. He asked police, health, education, social welfare, and other departments to jointly conduct workshops and prepare a detailed action plan to make the state drug-free.Dhami also…

23 Aug

Cloudburst in Chamoli’s Tharali: Homes Destroyed, Girl Missing

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChamoli, Uttarakhand

Chamoli, Uttarakhand (Rajeev Sharma): A cloudburst struck Tharali tehsil in Chamoli district late Friday night, causing large-scale destruction and leaving at least one person missing, officials said on Saturday. According to District Magistrate Sandeep Tiwari, the downpour sent massive debris rushing through the area, flattening several houses and severely damaging the official residence of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM). Confirming the situation, Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman stated, “Heavy debris entered houses, markets and even the SDM’s residence. Relief teams along with the district administration have reached the affected site. One girl has gone missing, and search operations are ongoing.”…

19 Aug

Uttarakhand CM Meets SHG Women, Sanitation Workers; Cabinet Clears Landmark Minority Education Bill

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Bhararisain: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during his morning visit to Bhararisain (Gairsain) on Tuesday, interacted with women members of a self-help group working under the National Rural Livelihood Mission. He praised their efforts in strengthening rural livelihoods and highlighted their role in building a self-reliant Uttarakhand.The Chief Minister also met sanitation workers deployed at the Vidhan Sabha premises and inquired about their food and accommodation facilities. Expressing satisfaction with the arrangements, the workers thanked the government for its support. Dhami said the commitment of women driving rural empowerment and sanitation workers ensuring a clean society reflected collective resolve…