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Uttarakhand CM Dhami issues orders for effective control of forest fire incidents

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF) to take immediate action for the effective control of forest fire incidents in the state's highly sensitive districts, as per a release.... read..

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CM Dhami extends congratulations after Uttarakhand's R-Day tableau wins third place in people's choice

Uttarakhand's tableau, themed 'Cultural Heritage and Adventure Sports,' secured third place in the People's Choice category at the Republic Day Parade held on January 26 at Kartavya Path.... read..

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Uttarakhand government issues toll-free helplines for Mahakumbh devotees

Uttarakhand government on Wednesday released toll-free numbers to assist its citizens attending the Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.... read..

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Karnataka swimmers dominate opening day of 38th National Games with 5 golds and new records

Karnataka's swimmers stole the spotlight on the opening day of the 38th National Games 2025, clinching five gold medals and setting a new meet record at the Syama Prasad Mukherjee Swimming Complex.... read..

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38th National Games: Ramita Jindal turns in a fine display in women's 10m Air Rifle qualification

Ramita Jindal of Haryana delivered a world-class performance in the women's 10m Air Rifle qualification competition at the 38th National Games at the new Trishul Shooting Range here on Wednesday.... read..

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PM Modi to inaugurate 38th National Games: Uttarakhand CM calls it "Unforgettable, proud moment"

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, today. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has welcomed PM Modi, calling his arrival an "unforgettable and proud moment for every player."... read..

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Schools closed in Dehradun ahead of PM Modi's visit

Dehradun District Magistrate has declared a holiday in schools and anganwadis ahead of the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Dehradun to attend the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games on Tuesday, officials said.... read..

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"Everyone excited about your arrival," says Uttarakhand CM ahead of PM Modi's visit today

In light of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Uttarakhand on Tuesday, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed the people's excitement to witness the inauguration of the 38th National Games by the Prime Minister.... read..

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates 38th National Games in Dehradun

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Uttarakhand on Tuesday.... read..

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses opening ceremony of 38th National Games at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket stadium

Addressing the opening ceremony held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Dehradun for the 38th National Games, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the Devbhoomi (holy abode of God) Uttarakhand was now brimming with youthful ... read..

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Attempt to provide equal rights to all citizens: Uttarakhand CM Dhami after implementation of UCC

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami officially announced the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, calling Monday a historic day not only for the state but for the entire nation. He stated that the implementation of the... read..

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Uttarakhand CM orders "immediate" relief and rehabilitation for fire-affected families in Savni village

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed the administration to provide all possible assistance to the families affected by the fire in Savni village of Mori block of Uttarkashi district.... read..

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Uttarakhand makes history, becomes 1st state to implement Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand has made history by becoming the first state in India to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday.... read..

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UCC not against any religion, sect; Jan 27 to be celebrated as 'Uniform Civil Code Day' in Uttarakhand: CM Dhami

After Uttarakhand became the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that through UCC, an attempt is being made to give equal rights to all citizens of the state, adding that it is not against any religion ... read..

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Amit Shah, JP Nadda laud BJP's triumphant win in Uttarakhand Municipal Corporation elections

Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the Bharatiya Janata Party's resounding success in the Uttarakhand Municipal Corporation elections, emphasising that the victory reflected the people's trust in the development efforts led by Prime Minister Narendra Mo... read..

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Uttarakhand to implement Uniform Civil Code today

Uttarakhand is set to become the first state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) today (January 27).... read..

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Uttarakhand: Former MLA held for firing shots at MLA Umesh Kumar's office, case registered

Former MLA Pranav Singh Champion has been detained by the Haridwar Police for allegedly opening fire at the office of Khanpur MLA Umesh Kumar.... read..

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UCC Diwas will be observed annually on January 27: Uttarakhand CM Dhami

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced that the state has officially implemented the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and that a dedicated portal for registration has been introduced. In a significant move, CM Dhami declared that Janua... read..

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"I express gratitude to people of Uttarakhand and thank PM Modi": CM Dhami on UCC implementation

Uttarakhand Chief Minsiter Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday expressed gratitude to the residents of the state and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.... read..

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Uttarakhand CM distributes appointment letters to 530 selected candidates

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday distributed appointment letters to a total of 530 selected candidates while participating in the programme organised at Mukhya Sevak Sadan in Dehradun. The Chief Minister distributed appointment let... read..

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Uttarakhand CM unveils UCC notification; becomes first person to register his marriage on the portal

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday unveiled the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) notification and became the first person to register his marriage on the newly launched UCC Portal.... read..

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"Historic moment for Uttarakhand, nation": CM Dhami declares official implementation of Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday announced the official implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, marking what he described as a historic moment for Uttarakhand and the nation.... read..

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"Devbhoomi Uttarakhand has made Uniform Civil Code a reality": Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday expressed happiness and said that it was an auspicious day as the state of Uttarakhand has made the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) a reality.... read..

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"All formalities fulfilled, UCC ready to be implemented": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami

Ahead of Uttarakhand implementing the Uniform Civil Code tomorrow, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the Bharatiya Janata Party has fulfilled the promise they made in 2022.... read..

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R-day: Uttarakhand CM unfurls national flag says extends "heartfelt" congratulations

Celebrating the 76th Republic Day Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami unfurls the national flag at his residence in Dehradun on Sunday and extended "heartfelt" congratulations.... read..

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The unique blend of sports and environment: National games become green

Uttarakhand, a jewel in the Himalayas, known for its natural splendour has earned the privilege of hosting the 38th National Games, transformed this year as the pioneering "Green Games." It will provide a befitting platform for the state to demonstrate it... read..

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"Today is a day to remember constitution-makers": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

On the occasion of Republic Day, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasised that the day is a moment to "honour the Constitution-makers" and freedom fighters "who contributed to India's independence."... read..

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Uttarakhand: Department of Information wins best tableau award at state-level program during 76th R-Day celebration

The tableau of the Department of Information, based on the 38th National Games, secured first place in the state-level main program held at the Parade Ground during the 76th Republic Day celebrations on Sunday.... read..

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CM Dhami directs police to take effective action to realize the vision of drug-free Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed the police to take effective action to realize the vision of Nasha Mukti Devbhoomi (drug-free Uttarakhand).... read..

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Uttarakhand: CM Dhami wishes people of state on eve of Republic Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has wished the people of the state on the eve of Republic Day. In his message, the Chief Minister saluted the freedom fighters, Constitution makers and statehood agitators.... read..

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Uttarakhand CM Dhami reviews preparations for PM Modi's visit to 38th National Games in Dehradun

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday inspected the preparations in connection with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's proposed program at the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games at the Maharana Pratap Stadium in Dehradun.... read..

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Uttarakhand STF arrests wanted criminal with bounty of Rs 2 lakh in Jharkhand

Uttarakhand Special Task Force has arrested a criminal who allegedly murdered a DGC in 1999, police said on Saturday.... read..

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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami monitor preparations ahead of 38th National Games in Dehradun

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the arrangements for the 38th National Games, scheduled to be held in Uttarakhand from January 28, 2025, according to an official release.... read..

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Uttarakhand gears up to host 38th National Games, IOC to sponsor event

The Uttarakhand government is gearing up to host the 38th National Games, with the support of the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC). The administration has officially received the information of preliminary consent; after which it has made IOC the bronze spons... read..

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Vote counting for Dehradun municipal election commences

The counting of votes for 100 municipal bodies including 11 municipal corporations for municipal elections in Dehradun started on Saturday.... read..

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UCC to be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, a day prior to PM Modi's arrival in Dehradun: CM's secretary

Uttarakhand Chief Minister's secretary Shailesh Bagoli said that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in Uttarakhand on January 27, a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Dehradun.... read..

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Dehradun to host India's third largest shooting range at 38th national games

The third largest shooting range is being put together at Maharana Pratap Sports College in Uttarakhand's Dehradun for the 38th National Games.... read..

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Uttarakhand Pavilion wows pilgrims with culture and crafts at Maha Kumbh

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, a grand Uttarakhand Pavilion has been established at Mahakumbh-2025 in Prayagraj, offering a rich display of the state's cultural, artistic, and spiritual heritage, according to an official state... read..

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Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 jolts Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi

An earthquake of magnitude 3.5 on the Richter Scale jolted the Uttarkashi area of Uttarakhand on Friday morning, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).... read..

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Uttarakhand UCC ensures clarity in will drafting

The Uttarakhand government has implemented the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, establishing a streamlined framework for the creation and cancellation of wills and supplementary documents, known as codicils, under testamentary succession.... read..

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Uttarakhand civic body polls: 25.70 per cent vote pc voter turnout till 12 pm

Voting began for Uttarakhand civic body polls in 13 districts on Thursday and saw a voter turnout of 25.70 per cent till 12.00 pm.... read..

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"Till 4 pm, overall voting percentage was 56.01 pc": EC Secretary on Uttarakhand civic body polls

Election Commission Secretary Rahul Kumar Goyal stated that by 4 pm on Thursday, the overall voting percentage in the Uttarakhand Municipal Corporation elections was recorded at 56.81 per cent.... read..

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Uttarakhand: Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey casts his vote for municipal polls

Chief Minister's Secretary and Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey cast his vote for the municipal elections on Thursday at Sanatan Dharma Inter College, Race Course in Dehradun.... read..

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Uttarakhand govt sets rules for marriage registration under Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand on Wednesday set rules for marriage registration under the Uniform Civil Code which contains clarity of legal provisions for marital conditions and protection of individual rights and social harmony, an official statement read.... read..

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CM Dhami urges voters to elect BJP candidates in Uttarakhand local body elections

People in different parts of Uttarakhand have lined up outside polling booths on Thursday as voting for the Uttarakhand local body elections is underway.... read..

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Uttarakhand govt notifies Uniform Civil Code, sets rules for marriage registration

Uttarakhand on Wednesday notified the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) which contains clarity of legal provisions for marital conditions and protection of individual rights and social harmony, an official statement read.... read..

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