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DAINIK NATION BUREAU/RUDRAPRAYAG A major landslide near Gaurikund disrupted movement on the Kedarnath Yatra route on the evening of July 29, 2025. Boulders and debris from the hillside completely blocked the road and footpath leading towards Sonprayag, around 1.5 km from Gaurikund. In response, authorities swiftly launched an emergency evacuation operation for stranded pilgrims using an alternative footpath. The security ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Rakesh Deoli, Chief Security Officer in the Chief Minister’s Security, on his retirement upon reaching the age of superannuation. The Chief Minister lauded Deoli for his dedicated and efficient service, noting that he fulfilled his responsibilities with unwavering loyalty and professionalism. He acknowledged Deoli’s ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/HARIDWAR A major tragedy unfolded on Sunday near the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar when a rumour about high-voltage electric wire suddenly snapped and fell, creating panic among hundreds of devotees gathered on the temple road. The sudden incident triggered a stampede-like situation, leading to chaos and widespread panic in the area. According to Senior Superintendent of Police ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUNIn a proactive step towards disaster preparedness ahead of the monsoon season, Secretary of Disaster Management and Rehabilitation, Vinod Kumar Suman, has issued strict directives to all dam projects operating across Uttarakhand to ensure timely communication and coordination regarding water discharge. The move aims to enhance public safety and improve early warning mechanisms during potential flood situations. During ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Students enrolled in government colleges and universities across Uttarakhand will now have the opportunity to gain expertise in futuristic subjects such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Emerging Technologies, Data Science, and Entrepreneurship. In a significant move, the Higher Education Department has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading institutions including Infosys, NASSCOM, and the Wadhwani Group to provide ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/RUDRAPUR Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded the Uttarakhand government’s remarkable achievement of grounding over ₹1 lakh crore in investments, calling it a true demonstration of valour during the Uttarakhand Nivesh Utsav (Uttarakhand Investment Festival) held at Rudrapur. Addressing a large gathering of investors, dignitaries, and entrepreneurs, Shah shared a special moment from the 2023 Global Investors Summit, ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/RUDRAPURIn view of Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s upcoming visit to Rudrapur on July 19, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami personally reviewed the preparations for the landmark event. The Rudrapur Sports Stadium will host the Uttarakhand Investment Festival, where grounding of over ₹1 lakh crore worth of investments will be showcased—a significant milestone following the Uttarakhand Global Investors ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN In a prestigious recognition of his contributions to education and public service, Dr. R. Meenakshi Sundaram, Principal Secretary, Government of Uttarakhand, has been nominated as a member of the Permanent Executive Council of the International Goodwill Society of India (IGSI). The announcement was made by Dr. Jane Narayan Ariya (Retd.), National President of IGSI and former Defence ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today chaired a high-level review meeting of the Skill Development and Labor Department at the Secretariat and issued key directives to strengthen employment opportunities for the youth of Uttarakhand through targeted skill development initiatives. The Chief Minister emphasized inter-departmental coordination to ensure that youth are connected with skill development and employment in ...

DAINIK NATION BUREAU/DEHRADUN On the occasion of Harela, Chief Minister Dhami initiated the campaign by planting a sapling in Dehradun. More importantly, he called on the citizens to treat this as a people’s movement, rather than a mere government-led initiative. The response was overwhelming. Plantation drives were held in every corner of Uttarakhand—from remote mountain villages to bustling urban areas. ...