Punjab government begins relocating liquor and meat kiosks from Amritsar's historic Walled City. The move aims to preserve the sanctity of the holy city. Read more about the new policy and its impact.
A three-day food festival showcasing authentic Uttarakhand cuisine has started at Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival. Organized by UTDB and district admin, it features Garhwali delicacies, culinary demos, and a bloggers' meet. Explore the flavours!
Uttarakhand High Court overturns single bench order, rules 3-year polytechnic diploma after 10th is equivalent to intermediate for foreman instructor recruitment. Details inside.
Rudrapur Municipal Corporation enforces a weekly meat & fish sale ban on Tuesdays starting Jan 2026 to improve public hygiene, health, and respect religious sentiments. Details inside.
The Uttarakhand Food Festival 2025, part of Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival, showcases authentic cuisine & culture from Jan 24-26. Explore traditional flavours, live performances & culinary sessions.
In a dramatic protest against frequent power cuts, Congress MLA from Haridwar, Virendra Singh, disconnected electricity to officials' residences. The MLA demanded accountability for the public's suffering. Watch the video.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation initiates the relocation of liquor and meat shops from the historic Walled City to new commercial complexes. Learn about the plan and its impact.
Uttarakhand cabinet approves major policy changes including healthcare reforms, tax cuts on clean fuels, higher pensions for artists, and incentives for doctors in remote areas. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest officials to file a detailed report on state forest fires by Jan 9, warning of personal appearance for non-compliance. Get the latest updates.
Residents of Chandigarh's Sector 38 West protest against meat shops operating near a temple. Police intervene to maintain law and order. Details on the ongoing dispute.
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
Uttarkashi municipality unanimously passes a resolution to declare the town a religious city. The proposal seeks a ban on meat and liquor shops and now heads to the state government for final approval.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
A brave 12-year-old girl rescued her classmate from a bear cub in Chamoli. This second attack at the school highlights rising human-wildlife conflict in Uttarakhand. Read the full story.
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Punjab govt grants holy city status to Amritsar Walled City, Anandpur Sahib & Talwandi Sabo. Sale of meat, alcohol, tobacco now prohibited. Read details.
A new digital awareness campaign at Guwahati railway station urges public to report illegal dog transport. Learn how RPF and animal welfare groups are combating cruelty under the PCA Act, 1960.
Ranchi faces a public health crisis as numerous meat shops flout hygiene laws, slaughtering animals in the open. The Jharkhand High Court has ordered immediate action. Read more.
A 45-year-old meat trader was assaulted in Aligarh on suspicion of transporting prohibited animal meat. Police have arrested one accused and registered an FIR against 18-19 persons. Read the full details.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces a complete ban on the sale of meat and alcohol in Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sri Chamkaur Sahib. The decision, effective immediately, aims to uphold the sanctity of these historic sites.
A meat shop owner in Aligarh was brutally assaulted by a mob suspecting cow meat. Police have arrested two and filed an FIR against 19. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Love meat dishes but hate the long cooking time? Discover 7 simple, expert-approved tricks to cook chicken, mutton, and steaks faster and better in your own kitchen.
Chunar police raided an illegal slaughterhouse in a Mirzapur residential area, seizing 150 kg of buffalo/calf meat. Operator arrested. Details on the crackdown and legal action.
SGPC's Kiranjot Kaur accuses Punjab govt of 'brahmanising' Sikhs over Amritsar meat sale ban. She cites historical Jhatka rights as govt notification sparks religious debate. Read the full story.
Uttarakhand govt announces Pravasi Panchayats in all 13 districts to encourage reverse migration. Pithoragarh is the pilot district. Learn about the state's initiatives.
Jharkhand High Court directs state to enforce central food safety regulations, banning open sale of meat. Next hearing on February 27, 2026. Read for details.
Lt Gen (retd) Gurmit Singh, Uttarakhand Governor, returns Bill amending state's anti-conversion law citing errors. Government plans ordinance route. Read the full story.
Uttarakhand High Court seeks state government's response in two weeks on a petition challenging key sections of the new Minority Education Act, 2025, filed by a madrassa. Read the full details.