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Jan 31, 2026

Khatima Bus Accident: Three Laborers Died In Khatima Bus Accident, Only Brother Devendra Was To Get Married.

Three youth died in a collision with a school bus in Khatima. Among them, Devendra Singh was the only brother of four sisters and his marriage was already fixed. Rajesh Singh left behind two innocent daughters, while another Rajesh was unmarried. All three laborers were returning from work, when this tragic accident happened 100 meters before their house, which has created chaos in the families.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 31, 2026

Big Step In Prevention Of Cervical Cancer, HPV Vaccine Will Be Included In The National Vaccination Program

The Central Government has included HPV vaccine in the National Immunization Program for the prevention of cervical cancer. In Uttarakhand also, the roster for training of health workers from Doon Hospital has been released. This initiative will be helpful in reducing the mortality rate due to cervical cancer in women. This vaccine, targeted at adolescent girls aged 9-14 years, will now be accessible to remote and economically weaker sections, which will significantly reduce the risk of cancer.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 31, 2026

Uttarakhand's Bag Full Of Mining, Revenue Increased Four Times; Crossed Rs 1200 Crore

There has been a huge increase in revenue due to strictness and new policies on illegal mining in Uttarakhand. Due to the efforts of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, annual mining revenue has increased from Rs 300 crore to more than Rs 1200 crore in less than one and a half years. The new policy, implemented in September 2024, includes modern technologies like e-auction, satellite surveillance and digital tracking, thereby increasing transparency and curbing illegal activities. The state has got second position in mining reforms.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 30, 2026

Heat During The Day, Shivering In The Morning And Evening In Uttarakhand, Weather Has Become The Enemy Of Health.

In Uttarakhand, fluctuations in weather are being seen due to cold in the morning and evening and sunshine in the day, especially in Dehradun. The effect of snowfall in the hills extends to the lower areas, causing icy winds. This changing weather is taking a toll on people's health, due to which cases of cold, cough, flu and viral infections are increasing. Experts have advised the elderly and children to take special precautions.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 30, 2026

CM Dhami Participated In Tehri Acro Festival, Said- Tehri Is Becoming A New Center Of Adventure Sports.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the closing ceremony of the four-day Acro Festival and National SIV Championship at Koti Colony, Tehri. He said that Tehri is now becoming a center of tourism and adventure sports with energy, due to which employment opportunities are increasing. CM also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of many development projects. The District Magistrate said that Tehri Lake is being developed as a global tourist destination.

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Md Amir

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Jan 30, 2026

Child's Leg Amputated By Train In Saharanpur, Roorkee Police Searching For Family Members

A 10-year-old child, resident of Teliwala, Roorkee near Saharanpur railway station, was seriously injured after being hit by a train. The lower part of one of his legs was amputated. RPF took him to the hospital and informed the Roorkee police. Ganganahar Kotwali police are now searching for the family members of the child, Arman, who is still unknown as to how he reached Saharanpur.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 30, 2026

Tourists From Haryana Stranded In Munsiyari, Uttarakhand, Rescued By Police

Munsiyari police safely rescued a vehicle and a passenger from Haryana stranded on the road late night. After receiving information on dial 112, the team led by Police Station Head Anil Arya reached the spot. A possible accident was averted due to the prompt action of the police on the cold and inaccessible mountain road. Superintendent of Police Rekha Yadav stressed the readiness of the police for emergency assistance in border areas. The passenger expressed his gratitude to the police.

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Md Amir

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Jan 30, 2026

In Dehradun, Brother Became A Beast, Crushed Sister's Face With A Stone And Cut Off Her Fingers; Get Away With Murder

In Dhalipur of Vikasnagar, a girl Manisha was brutally murdered with a sickle and a stone. On Wednesday night, cousin Surendra had taken him to get medicines, after which he went missing. The dead body of the girl was found in the bushes on the banks of Shaktinahar, while the accused brother is absconding from the spot. Police have recovered the bike, sickle and stones. The SSP has inspected the incident site and given instructions for the immediate arrest of the accused.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 30, 2026

Anger Of Girl Students Erupted Due To Shortage Of Teachers, Demonstration In Someshwar; Warning Of Violent Movement

The students of Government Girls Inter College in Someshwar, Almora demonstrated against the shortage of teachers. The girl students, along with the parents' association, raised slogans at Someshwar intersection. Studies are being affected due to transfer of English teacher and vacancy of other lecturers. They demanded recall of the teacher and filling of vacant posts, otherwise warned of fierce agitation.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 30, 2026

Sunday Will Be Bad! These Areas Of Uttarakhand Will Have To Face Long Power Cuts

There will be long power cut in Pithoragarh and Champawat districts on February 1 due to final testing of bus bar at power substation of Chandak Power Grid. About four lakh people will be affected by this cutoff which will last from 8 am to 5 pm. According to Energy Corporation, lift drinking water schemes will also be disrupted, due to which there may be water shortage on Monday.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 29, 2026

Land Grabbing And Death Threats In Dehradun, Case Registered Against Four Including Notorious Jitti

Amardev Khanduri has accused four people including Jitendra Rawat alias Jitti in Dehradun of land grabbing and threatening to kill. According to Khanduri, the accused got some portion in their name by pretending to buy his ancestral land and the checks bounced. Later Jitti threatened on phone to destroy the family. Rajpur police has registered a case on the complaint. Many criminal cases have already been registered against Jitti.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 29, 2026

Travel Allowance Of Ministers Increased In Uttarakhand, Now They Will Get So Many Thousand Rupees Per Month

Uttarakhand government has increased the traveling allowance of ministers. Now ministers will get up to Rs 90 thousand per month instead of Rs 60 thousand. The Privacy Department has issued an order in this regard. Earlier in August 2024, the salaries and allowances of MLAs were also increased. This increase will be applicable to all cabinet members including the Chief Minister.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 29, 2026

Uttarakhand: Chief Minister Dhami Inaugurates Student Skill Enhancement Lab On Wheels

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched 'Lab on Wheels' Infosys Springboard in Dehradun. This mobile lab will provide practical training to students in emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Coding and Internet of Things. Its objective is to increase technical proficiency among students, promote innovation and prepare them for the future. This initiative will benefit students in educational institutions of the state for five years.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 29, 2026

Raped A Minor On The Pretext Of Marriage, Court Sentenced The Culprit To 20 Years Of Rigorous Imprisonment.

In Dehradun, the court of Special Judge POCSO Archana Sagar has sentenced Sanjay, who was found guilty of raping a minor, to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 20,000. The culprit had kidnapped the victim on the pretext of marriage and raped her for three days. The court also ordered the victim to get compensation of Rs 3 lakh from the state government scheme.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 29, 2026

The Negligence Of The Government Hospital Proved Costly, The Pregnant Woman And Her Fetus Lost Their Lives.

A pregnant woman and her fetus lost their lives due to alleged negligence at the government hospital in Devprayag. After labor pain, the woman was brought to the Community Health Center, Bagi, where the hospital refused to provide an ambulance. 108 service also reached late, and the woman died while being taken to Srinagar. This incident highlights the failure of the health system.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 29, 2026

Sant Samaj Expressed Strong Objection Regarding UGC Bill, Said - This System Can Create A Situation Of Division In The Society.

Sant Samaj has expressed strong objection to the UGC law, terming it as creating division in the society and imbalance in education. The saints of Haridwar demanded the government to withdraw this law. Mahamandaleshwar said that this system is against the principles of equality and can create an atmosphere of fear, which will affect social unity. He warned of its negative impact on the future of the nation and the youth.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 29, 2026

Uttarakhand Board Exam: Number Of Candidates Decreased In Nainital, Trend Is Increasing Towards Private Schools.

A five percent decline has been recorded in the number of candidates appearing for state board examinations in Nainital district. The main reason for this is being said to be the increasing inclination of parents towards private schools. This year 18,234 students were registered, whereas last year the number was 19,143. The Education Department has expressed fear that the situation will worsen in the future, as 60 students of the district are studying in private schools.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 29, 2026

Dhami Government's Decision: Fee Will Have To Be Paid On Commercial Use Of Groundwater, Rates Fixed

Dhami government has taken an important decision to impose fees on commercial use of groundwater. Now in Uttarakhand, fixed rates will be applicable on extraction of groundwater for commercial purposes. These rates have been fixed on the basis of category of use, critical or over-exploited area and quantity of use in cubic meters per day. This step has been taken to promote water conservation and its judicious use.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 29, 2026

Gave A Lift To A Girl Returning From Work In Uttarakhand, Then Raped Her One By One; Both Criminals Arrested

In Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, two youths made a girl who was returning from duty sit in the car on the pretext of giving her a lift. After that the youth raped her. The youth left him at Sidekul Chowk and ran away. Both have been arrested.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 28, 2026

Blinkit's Delivery Boy Used To Raid Women Going Alone, Created A Scandal In Dehradun; Arrested

Within 24 hours, Dehradun Police arrested Blinkit's delivery boy Sachin for robbing an elderly woman's mangalsutra. He committed this crime to repay the loan and fulfill his expensive hobbies. He used to do Reiki of single women during delivery. Apart from this, in the cases of iPhone theft in Dehradun and jewelery theft in Defense Colony, the police have arrested the accused and recovered the stolen goods.

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Amitesh Kumar

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