Naini Lake artificial aeration has given Nainital’s famous lake a new lease of life. For decades, this high-altitude lake in Uttarakhand faced an environmental crisis. Rapid urbanisation and nutrient-rich runoff pushed it to the brink. As a result, toxic algal blooms and massive winter fish deaths became common. However, a long-term study by the Indian […]
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami handed appointment letters to newly selected officers. Notably, 182 candidates were selected through the Uttarakhand PCS Mains Exam 2024. Also, five personal assistants of the Agriculture Department got letters. In total, 187 candidates received appointment letters on Friday, 3 July 2026. Key Figures From PCS 2024 Clearly, the competition was […]
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Two of Uttarakhand’s top training institutes have new heads. Dr Rajendra Prasad Khajuria has taken charge as Director of the IGNFA in Dehradun. Meanwhile, Colonel S S Rajpurohit has become the 17th Principal of the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM) in Uttarkashi. Notably, both took charge in early July 2026. New Director of IGNFA Dr […]
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Scientists have released 7,000 Golden Mahseer fingerlings into the Alaknanda river in Uttarakhand. The release took place on 12 June 2026 near the Dhari Devi dam area. ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore, led the effort. Moreover, it formed part of the Namami Gange Programme. The goal is to restore fish diversity in a […]
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Dehradun: Uttarakhand has become a fully literate state, marking a historic milestone. Remarkably, its literacy rate rose by 14.9 percentage points in just two years. As a result, it reached an impressive 98.7% in 2025. Hence, the Uttarakhand fully literate state status is a key current affairs topic. How Uttarakhand Became a Fully Literate State […]
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Six states have finally agreed on the Kishau Dam Project. For years, a long political and administrative deadlock had stalled this multi-purpose water and energy project. Now, it promises regional water security and a cleaner Yamuna. Moreover, it offers a strong example of cooperative federalism and infrastructure development. Kishau Dam Project: How the Deadlock Ended […]
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The Government of Uttarakhand has set up a Lokayukta search committee. Primarily, its task is to find suitable candidates for the Chairperson and Members of the Uttarakhand Lokayukta. Clearly, this is a significant step towards stronger anti-corruption and grievance redressal in the state. Notably, Shri Shailesh Bagauli, Secretary, Personnel and Vigilance, shared this information. Background […]
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The road network of Uttarakhand is both a lifeline and a formidable engineering challenge. Geographically, the state lies in the northern Himalayan region of India. Here, rugged terrain, steep valleys, glacial rivers and unpredictable weather test road builders. Therefore, building and maintaining roads remains an ongoing feat of human effort. Road Network of Uttarakhand: Key […]
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The administrative evolution of Uttarakhand spans nearly two centuries. Specifically, it began with British rule after 1815 and ended with statehood in 2000. Along the way, districts and divisions changed many times. Therefore, this timeline is a key topic for UKPSC and other state exams. 1. Colonial Era: Start of the Administrative Evolution of Uttarakhand […]
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