Despite being just 2 km from Gangnani on the Gangotri highway, Hurri village in Uttarkashi lacks a motorable road. 500 residents face daily struggles, impacting healthcare, education, and tourism access. Read about their long-pending demand.
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Uttarakhand recorded a 100% rainfall deficit in Dec 2025, the highest in a decade. Experts warn of a multi-year 'snow drought' trend driven by climate change in the western Himalayas. Read more.
Tambakhani residents protest for 16 days against Uttarkashi's waste mismanagement causing stench, health hazards, and traffic chaos. Leaders demand urgent action.
Congress members in Uttarkashi allege illegal mining and construction in the eco-sensitive Pachiyari area, blaming norms violation for the Dharali disaster and risking another. Authorities have halted work pending permissions.
Gorshali village in Uttarkashi concluded its unique winter Ramlila on Jan 1, a tradition since 1904. Discover the story of royal bans, serpent deities, and community devotion.
A rare Sirkeer Malkoha bird, typically found in plains, has been recorded for the first time in Uttarkashi district. Forest officials cite climate change as a possible cause. Discover the details.
Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh recorded 0 mm rainfall in December 2025, a 100% deficit. Meteorologists warn of severe stress on groundwater and rabi crops like wheat and mustard. Read more.
Uttarkashi administration declares missing Agniveer Sachin Ponia dead after 4-month search. Family clings to hope despite provisional death certificate. Read the full story.
Uttarkashi administration will address concerns of Hathras Agniveer's family after declaring him dead post-flash floods. The 24-year-old soldier went missing in August 2025.
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.
Australian legend Glenn McGrath analyses the key reasons behind England's 14-year Test drought in Australia. Discover the mental and tactical hurdles plaguing the English side.
Residents of Arakot village in Uttarkashi face a healthcare crisis due to a non-functional primary health centre. Forced to travel to Himachal Pradesh for treatment, they highlighted the issue at a camp where 133 complaints were submitted. Read more.
The Buffalo Sabres have fired GM Kevyn Adams, but head coach Lindy Ruff's job is safe for now despite fan pressure. The team's recent winning streak has eased calls for an immediate change.
A prolonged dry spell in Himachal Pradesh since October threatens Rabi crops. Agriculture experts warn of 5-10% wheat production loss if rains don't arrive soon. Read the full report.
Uttarkashi MLA Durgeshwar Lal faces controversy as ₹22,962 credited to his & wife's accounts under MGNREGA. Officials call it a 'mistake', MLA alleges conspiracy. Read details.
Discover how six resilient plants like date palms and pomegranates produce vital food in arid landscapes. Learn their survival secrets and importance for desert communities.
NHAI submits a Rs 207.4 crore DPR to treat 13 active landslide zones on Uttarakhand's Yamunotri highway. Work begins as monsoon damage worsens. Get the full report.
The Buffalo Sabres introduced Jarmo Kekalainen as their new General Manager. The 59-year-old Finn aims to end the team's 14-year playoff drought by focusing on consistency and effort. Read his bold vision.
Prolonged dry spells and lack of winter rain & snow in Uttarakhand threaten apple yields. Experts warn of inadequate chilling hours impacting the prized Harsil valley crop. Read more.
Buffalo Sabres fire GM Kevyn Adams, hire aggressive Jarmo Kekalainen to end 14-year playoff drought. Analysts predict major roster shake-up. Read more.
BJP MP Iranna Kadadi criticizes the Congress-led Karnataka government for failing farmers on drought relief and loan waivers. Read the full political confrontation.
Uttarkashi police propose establishing six new police outposts in remote border areas to replace the revenue police system, aiming to improve security and local access. SP Kamlesh Upadhyay details the plan.
Environmentalists and residents from multiple states protest tree felling for Char Dham road widening in Uttarakhand's Bhagirathi Eco-Sensitive Zone, citing ecological threats. Read more.
UJVNL seals tunnels of scrapped Loharinag Pala hydropower project in Uttarkashi, aiming to restore Bhagirathi's natural flow by 2027 at Rs 15 crore cost. Congress questions the move.
Four months after the Dharali flash flood, experts warn the 250,000-tonne 'cement-like' debris is a monumental cleanup challenge. Read about the risks and the community's struggle.
A new IIT study reveals alarming snow droughts in the Himalayas, losing up to 15 snow-covered days. This shift disrupts agriculture and water supply for millions. Read the full analysis.
Congress alleges no relief work in Dharali & Harsil since Aug 5 floods. Party delegation to inspect site on Dec 4. BJP claims 147 trapped under debris.
Iran faces a deepening water crisis with taps running dry in Tehran. Learn about the causes, protests, and government response to this critical situation.
New research from IIT Gandhinagar reveals four devastating droughts, lasting up to 160 years, led to the collapse of the Indus Valley Civilization. Discover the climate secrets of ancient India.