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April 21, 2026 4:52 PM

Mobile phones banned inside Kedarnath Temple premises to preserve sanctity

Authorities at the Kedarnath Temple have imposed a complete ban on the use of mobile phones within the temple premises to maintain the sanctity of the shrine and ensure a peaceful experience for devotees. A member of the temple committee, Vineet Posti, said the decision was taken keeping in mind both the spiritual atmosphere of the temple and the convenience of pilgrims. He clarified that carrying mobile phones inside the premises, taking photographs or videos, and creating social media reels a...

April 21, 2026 4:01 PM

Rishikesh emerges as a hotspot for wellness and adventure tourism

For those seeking a break from the relentless pace of modern life, few places offer the balance of calm and adventure quite like Rishikesh. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas along the banks of the Ganga, this once-quiet spiritual retreat is now evolving into a vibrant hub of wellness, adventure, and experiential travel. Long known for its ashrams and spiritual legacy, Rishikesh today attracts visitors from across the globe--not just for meditation and yoga, but for a deeper, more pers...

April 21, 2026 12:39 PM

Char Dham Yatra 2026: Kedarnath Temple gates open April 22; helplines activated for pilgrims

The portals of Kedarnath Dham are set to open on Wednesday, allowing devotees to seek blessings at one of Hinduism’s most sacred shrines. The opening of Badrinath Dham on April 23 will mark the full commencement of the Char Dham Yatra 2026 in Uttarakhand. There is immense enthusiasm among devotees across the state and beyond, with pilgrims arriving in large numbers from different parts of India and abroad to undertake the revered journey. The Char Dham Yatra, one of the most significant spiri...

April 13, 2026 4:34 PM

PM Modi to visit Uttarakhand, UP on April 14; inaugurate Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on April 14, where he will inaugurate the much-anticipated Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor and review key infrastructure and environmental initiatives. As part of his visit, the Prime Minister will reach Saharanpur at around 11:15 AM to assess the wildlife corridor built along the elevated section of the expressway. He will then proceed to Jai Maa Daat Kali Temple near Dehradun at approximately 11:40 AM to perform darshan ...

April 10, 2026 3:27 PM

Uttarakhand: Mock drills at eight locations in Gangotri, Yamunotri

Mock drills were conducted at a total of eight selected locations in the Gangotri Dham and Yamunotri Dham areas under the Char Dham Yatra Mock Exercise 2026 in Uttarkashi district. In the Gangotri Dham region, mock exercises are being carried out at five locations - Bhatwari, Papad Gad, Kedar Tal, Dharali, and Telgaad. Similarly, in the Yamunotri Dham area, mock drills are being conducted at three locations - the Yamunotri pedestrian route, Paligad, and Kapad Gad. During the mock exercise, al...

April 8, 2026 9:02 PM

Uttarakhand Governor meets PM Modi, discusses state development

Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd) on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, discussing key issues related to the state’s development and public welfare. The meeting focused on ongoing initiatives and progress in sectors such as tourism, infrastructure, and rural livelihoods. Focus on Development and Welfare Following the meeting, the Governor described the interaction as a courtesy call and highlighted the importance of PM Modi’s guidance for Uttarakhand’...

March 31, 2026 11:16 AM

Centre releases over Rs 1,500 crore to boost rural local governance in 6 states

The government on Tuesday said it has released more than Rs 1,500 crore as the 15th Finance Commission grants to strengthen rural local governance in six states. The Centre sanctioned and released tied and untied grants during FY 2025–26 for Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs)/Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Telangana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Mizoram and Meghalaya to further empower grassroots governance and enable need-based local development. For Telangana, Rs 247.94 crore has bee...

March 27, 2026 3:40 PM

Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets PM Modi, discusses key infrastructure and development projects

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital, where the two leaders discussed a wide range of development initiatives and infrastructure projects in the state. During the meeting, Dhami expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the Centre’s continued support and guidance, noting that Uttarakhand is achieving new milestones in development with central assistance. Invitation to PM, Push for Major Project Launches CM Offi...

March 23, 2026 1:21 PM

“Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar”: Uttarakhand CM Dhami celebrates ‘4 Saal Bemisaal’ of development and heritage

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday marked four years of his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, emphasising its guiding mantra of Development as well as Heritage while fulfilling the dreams of the statehood agitators and the aspirations of the state's 1.25 crore residents. In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote,"Government of the People 4 Unparalleled Years Fulfilling the dreams of the state agitators, in line with the hopes and aspirations of over 1.25 crore residents of t...

March 18, 2026 8:34 PM

Uttarakhand: Over 200 Chamoli women get training under PMKVY, start earning money

The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), an outcome-based skill training scheme of the Central government, is bringing notable improvements in the workforce. In Uttarakhand’s Chamoli, many residents, particularly women, have received adequate training under the scheme for various vocational activities, and today they are equipped with the skills to earn a living of their own. About 200 women in the district have received training under the skill development program and are curr...