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एफआरआई (FRI): विरासत, वास्तुकला और वानिकी अनुसंधान का ऐतिहासिक केंद्र भारत के उत्तराखंड राज्य की राजधानी देहरादून में स्थित वन अनुसंधान संस्थान (Forest Research Institute – FRI) न केवल देश का सबसे प्रतिष्ठित वानिकी अनुसंधान केंद्र है, बल्कि यह अपनी भव्य वास्तुकला और समृद्ध इतिहास के लिए दुनिया भर में मशहूर है। आइए जानते हैं […]
Read MoreTopic: Lipulekh Pass Dispute & Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: The Geopolitics of a Pilgrimage Route Syllabus Relevance: * UKPSC Mains (GS Paper I): Geography and History of Uttarakhand, Borders and Strategic Importance of Uttarakhand. Introduction The Lipulekh Pass, situated in the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, has emerged as a significant diplomatic flashpoint between India and Nepal. […]
Read MoreThe Badri cow, locally known as the Pahadi Gai, is the first certified indigenous cattle breed of Uttarakhand. Named after the holy shrine of Badrinath, this unique breed is deeply intertwined with the ecology, culture, and rural economy of the Kumaon and Garhwal hills. 1. Key Characteristics and Habitat 2. Nutritional and Medicinal Value What […]
Read MoreShadows in the Hills: The Slow Bureaucratic Erosion of Uttarakhand’s Van Panchayats The dense oak and pine forests of the Central Himalayas have never been mere scenery; they are the lifelines of the communities that inhabit them. At the heart of this relationship lies the institution of the Van Panchayat (Forest Council)—a unique, century-old model […]
Read MorePrime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a comprehensive six-day tour covering the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. This high-level diplomatic mission underscores India’s growing footprint across both the Middle East and Europe. First Leg: The United Arab Emirates The Prime Minister’s first stop is the UAE, marking his eighth […]
Read MoreUttarakhand Cabinet Decisions 2026: Key Highlights for UKPSC In a meeting held on 13 May, 2026, the Uttarakhand Cabinet has approved several transformative policies and administrative reforms aimed at rural development, healthcare optimization, and institutional renaming. Major highlights of the meeting: 1. Agriculture & Rural Development Uttarakhand Voluntary/Partial Land Consolidation Incentive Policy, 2026 In a […]
Read MoreSupreme Court Judge Strength increased: The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has approved the proposal for introducing The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to amend The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956 for increasing the strength of Judges of the Supreme Court of […]
Read MoreComprehensive Overview of Uttarakhand Disaster Resilient Preparation Initiatives In recent high-level meetings chaired by Uttarakhand’s Chief Secretary regarding the state’s comprehensive approach to natural disaster mitigation, the following details outline key areas were discussed: 1. Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) Mitigation Recognizing the increasing threat from expanding glacial lakes in the Himalayas, the state is implementing specific […]
Read MoreUttarakhand Launches Advanced Early Warning Disaster Alert System: Cell Broadcasting Trial Successful In a significant move toward making the national-level disaster early warning system more effective and time-bound, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and C-DOT conducted a successful test alert via the Cell Broadcasting System across the country, including Uttarakhand, today. Key Highlights of […]
Read MoreBanbasa Land Port A high-level meeting was held between Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami and the Land Ports Authority of India (LPAI). The discussion primarily focused on empowering infrastructure, facilitating trade, and strengthening the regional economy along the Uttarakhand-Nepal border. 1. Flagship Project: Banbasa (Gudmi) Land Port The most critical highlight of the meeting […]
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