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Uttarakhand will host the third Pravasi Uttarakhandi Diwas on 13 November 2026 in Dehradun. The venue is the Nityanand Auditorium of Doon University. Principal Secretary R.K. Sudhanshu reviewed the preparations at the Secretariat on 14 October 2026. Notably, the conference seeks a meaningful dialogue with Uttarakhandis living outside the state. Hence, the government wants their […]
Read MoreChief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the official Haridwar Kumbh 2027 logo on 12 October 2026. He also released the Kumbh website and anthem at the Mela Control Building auditorium in Haridwar. Cabinet ministers and Mela and district officials attended the event. Notably, the logo captures Haridwar’s faith, landscape and saintly traditions in one frame. […]
Read MoreUttarakhand now has a new constitutional head in Governor Dhal Singh Bisen. President Droupadi Murmu appointed Dr. Bisen on 12 October 2026. He succeeds Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd.), who served the state for over five years. Later, on 19 October 2026, Bisen took oath at Lok Bhavan, Dehradun. Notably, he is the ninth Governor […]
Read MoreThe ecology of Naini Lake in Nainital is getting fresh help. The Fisheries Department of Pantnagar University has released 21,000 fish into the lake. The university’s full name is G B Pant University of Agriculture and Technology. Notably, the fish entered the lake from the Phansi Gadhera area of Tallital. Moreover, the step aims to […]
Read MoreUttarakhand will now sound an earthquake siren on the 9th of every month. The test will take place at 11 am. Notably, Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan has directed the Disaster Management Department to put this in place. Moreover, the move aims to raise public awareness and test the early warning system regularly. Why Test the […]
Read MoreUttarakhand’s umbrella brand House of Himalayas has crossed about ₹6 crore in sales since its launch. Notably, rural women of the state make most of its products. Moreover, the brand now sells across India and abroad. Clearly, it has grown into a strong business model. Launch of House of Himalayas Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched […]
Read MoreThe Kedarnath Wildlife Division has announced fresh steps to protect the Himalayan tahr. Earlier, a recent survey found that visitors and local residents were feeding these mountain animals. As a result, the division now plans to restrict human activity in high-altitude meadows. It will also clear rubbish from parts of the sanctuary. Why the Himalayan…
Read MoreChief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched Wildlife Week 2026 at the FRI campus in Dehradun. On this occasion, he honoured 18 people for showing rare courage during wildlife conflicts. Notably, these people had saved others without caring for their own lives. Moreover, the Chief Minister announced ₹51,000 for each of the 18 awardees. Highlights of…
Read MoreUttarakhand has announced a packed adventure calendar for late 2026. First, the Adi Kailash Parikrama 2.0 will take place in Pithoragarh from 24 to 26 October 2026. Next, the fifth Ultimate Uttarakhand MTB Challenge will follow in November. In addition, the state will host a Himalayan Car Rally. Clearly, the Tourism Department wants to put…
Read MoreUttarakhand has started work on its first glacial lake early warning system. The effort begins at Vasudhara Tal in Chamoli district. Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan flagged off the expert team from the Secretariat. Notably, this is the first such scientific team for a glacial lake in the state. The expedition will run from 29 September…
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