News for 'Dehradun'

Uttarakhand BJP MLAs meet to pick new CM

Uttarakhand BJP MLAs meet to pick new CM

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' will also participate in Uttarakhand BJP legislative party meeting in Dehradun later on Wednesday.

Pushkar Singh Dhami takes oath as Uttarakhand CM for second time

Pushkar Singh Dhami takes oath as Uttarakhand CM for second time

Rediff.com23 Mar 2022

Dhami and his eight ministers were administered the oath by Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (retd).

U'khand avalanche: Toll rises to 16 as 12 more bodies retrieved, 15 missing

U'khand avalanche: Toll rises to 16 as 12 more bodies retrieved, 15 missing

Rediff.com6 Oct 2022

Of the 16 bodies retrieved, 14 are of trainees and two of instructors, NIM said in a bulletin.

I want Pant sitting with me in the dugout in IPL: Ponting

I want Pant sitting with me in the dugout in IPL: Ponting

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Delhi Capitals coach Ricky Ponting wants "cultural leader" Rishabh Pant in the dugout every day of the week in IPL 2023.

Famous faces at polling stations

Famous faces at polling stations

Rediff.com14 Feb 2022

As people queued up across these states to cast their vote, there were some famous faces in the lines at different polling stations.

Over 65% voter turnout recorded in Uttarakhand

Over 65% voter turnout recorded in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

"Polling was held peacefully at the 11,697 polling booths across the state with 65.1 per cent of the electorate casting their votes till the close of polls," Chief Electoral Officer Saujanya who does not use a surname said.

'Some of the middle class cling to Hindutva'

'Some of the middle class cling to Hindutva'

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'Religion has divided our country like it never had done.' 'I can't remember a time of such focused hatred.'

Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat resigns

Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat resigns

Rediff.com2 Jul 2021

Uttarakhand CM Tirath Singh Rawat resigns

Mbappe is absolute gold: Ganguly

Mbappe is absolute gold: Ganguly

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

The 50-year-old lavished praise on French forward Kylian Mbappe, who scored four goals in the summit clash but still ended on the losing side.

PHOTOS: Kumbh Mela begins amid rising Covid cases

PHOTOS: Kumbh Mela begins amid rising Covid cases

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

Devotees who have taken the anti-Covid vaccination will have to show their certificates and follow the anti-Covid guidelines like wearing masks, maintaining social distancing and frequently undertaking hand sanitization in the Kumbh Kshetra.

2 unsafe houses, PWD bungalow to be razed in Joshimath

2 unsafe houses, PWD bungalow to be razed in Joshimath

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

Microsoft's Indian-origin CEO Satya Nadella, in communication with employees, said the company will align its cost structure with revenue and customer demand.

Luxury Carmakers Eye Small Towns

Luxury Carmakers Eye Small Towns

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Many of these companies have a waiting period from 6-18 months now, indicating a rise in demand.

'Much Bigger Disaster Looming Ahead In Joshimath'

'Much Bigger Disaster Looming Ahead In Joshimath'

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

'There were literally thousands of houses with cracks.' '40 percent of the town has been affected.'

BJP to form teams to check possible rebellion in Uttarakhand

BJP to form teams to check possible rebellion in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com16 Jan 2022

Party sources said, "After the distribution of tickets, the BJP has decided to form teams under the leadership of all its seven MPs to reduce the possible rebellion and damage control."

Relief, rescue operations intensified in Joshimath; Modi calls Dhami

Relief, rescue operations intensified in Joshimath; Modi calls Dhami

Rediff.com8 Jan 2023

Officials said 13 more families living in houses with huge cracks were moved by the administration to safe locations on Sunday.

At 3 deg C, Delhi colder than many hill stations

At 3 deg C, Delhi colder than many hill stations

Rediff.com5 Jan 2023

A blinding layer of dense fog over north India, including Delhi, caused major inconvenience to commuters. The visibility levels were 50 metres around 5:30 am.

'Many people thought I'd never clear the exam'

'Many people thought I'd never clear the exam'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

'When I saw my name in the list, it was unbelievable.'

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

'No man can do more than give his life for his country'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

At this time, sixty years ago, Brigadier John Parshuram Dalvi and a majority of his men were captured as prisoners of war by the Chinese during the 1962 war. His son Michael Dalvi, 77, has preserved his father's memory and the story of the gallant men of the 7th Infantry Brigade with honour.

Dense fog cloaks Delhi, parts of city under grip of cold wave

Dense fog cloaks Delhi, parts of city under grip of cold wave

Rediff.com27 Dec 2022

Dense to very dense fog prevailed in some parts of the National Capital Region (NCR), Haryana, Punjab, west Uttar Pradesh and north Rajasthan on Tuesday.

Army rescues Russian team in Dehradun

Army rescues Russian team in Dehradun

Rediff.com29 Sep 2007

Army helicopters on Saturday rescued four Russian trekkers and four porters and guides who were trapped for some days at a height of 14,000 feet at Arbataal area near Gangotri in the Himalayas.

Maha governor denied nod to travel in state plane

Maha governor denied nod to travel in state plane

Rediff.com11 Feb 2021

The Bharatiya Janata Party in the state demanded an apology from the Uddhav Thackeray-led government over this incident.

Why Did Shah-Nadda Meet Veep?

Why Did Shah-Nadda Meet Veep?

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

What some of our leaders were up to on Monday and Tuesday.

Modi offers prayers at Kedarnath temple

Modi offers prayers at Kedarnath temple

Rediff.com5 Nov 2021

After arriving in Kedarnath, Modi watched a brief documentary detailing the reconstruction work carried out at the Himalayan temple after the devastating deluge of 2013 and then entered the sanctum sanctorum of the shrine.

'Orange' alert in North India as intense cold wave continues

'Orange' alert in North India as intense cold wave continues

Rediff.com7 Jan 2023

A severe cold wave brought the minimum temperature down to a numbing 1.5 degrees Celsius at the Ridge weather station in central Delhi.

Dhami orders immediate evacuation of 600 families in 'sinking' Joshimath

Dhami orders immediate evacuation of 600 families in 'sinking' Joshimath

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The chief minister will visit Joshimath on Saturday, meet the affected people and hold a meeting with officials.

Severe cold conditions persist in North India

Severe cold conditions persist in North India

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Delhi recorded a cold wave for the second consecutive day on Friday, with the minimum temperature at Ayanagar in southwest Delhi plunging to a numbing 1.8 degrees Celsius.

Uttarakhand records 65.37% polling, Haridwar highest at 74.77%: EC

Uttarakhand records 65.37% polling, Haridwar highest at 74.77%: EC

Rediff.com17 Feb 2022

The final voter turnout figures in the state were released by the EC on Wednesday after addition of data from the polling parties deployed in remote areas of the hill state.

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

7 Winter Treks In The Himalayas

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Add adventure to your winterr vacay with any of these easy, one-day Himalayan treks that you can attempt by yourself.

26 pilgrims from MP killed as bus falls in gorge in Uttarkashi

26 pilgrims from MP killed as bus falls in gorge in Uttarkashi

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The death toll in the Uttarkashi bus accident rose to 26 with the recovery of one more body after which the search and rescue operation was concluded, officials said on Monday.

Chardham yatra halted as rains lash Uttarakhand for 2nd day

Chardham yatra halted as rains lash Uttarakhand for 2nd day

Rediff.com18 Oct 2021

Incessant rains lashed Uttarakhand for the second consecutive day on Monday, prompting the authorities to advise Chardham pilgrims not to proceed to the Himalayan temples till the weather improves.

India will give fitting reply if its land occupied: Rajnath

India will give fitting reply if its land occupied: Rajnath

Rediff.com20 Nov 2021

Naming Pakistan, Singh said it keeps trying to destabilise India through terrorist activities and a stern message has already been given to it.

One Needs Courage To Do What Prannoy Roy Did

One Needs Courage To Do What Prannoy Roy Did

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

Even today when news organisations and their owners have stooped before the powers that be when they were only asked to bend, Prannoy is still standing tall, asserts Sanjay Ahirwal, , former managing editor, NDTV Worldwide.

Domestic cricket: Uttarkhand's 'bio-bubble' camp from Oct 14

Domestic cricket: Uttarkhand's 'bio-bubble' camp from Oct 14

Rediff.com7 Oct 2020

Cricket Association of Uttarakhand (CAU) on Wednesday announced it will conduct a one-month training camp for its senior men's squad in a bio-secure environment from October 14.

Snowfall, rains, roads closes, avalanche warning... It's all happening up north

Snowfall, rains, roads closes, avalanche warning... It's all happening up north

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Fresh snowfall disrupted normal life in Jammu and Kashmir, where an avalanche warning was issued in five districts, higher reaches and tribal areas of Himachal Pradesh and the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand on Monday.

How To ACE The NDA Exam!

How To ACE The NDA Exam!

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) helps you shake off the last-minute jitters as you prepare for the UPSC National Defence Academy exam.

Why This Military Hero Entered Politics

Why This Military Hero Entered Politics

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Colonel Ajay Kothiyal, Kirti Chakra, Shaurya Chakra, is one of the most decorated soldiers to join politics. He still has two bullets lodged inside his body sustained in a gun battle with terrorists in J&K.

Uttarkashi bus accident shatters families in 10 MP villages

Uttarkashi bus accident shatters families in 10 MP villages

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

The family members of 26 people from Madhya Pradesh, who were killed in the Uttarakhand accident, cannot believe that the pilgrimage met with a tragic end.

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand police begin verification drive

Char Dham Yatra: Uttarakhand police begin verification drive

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

The drive begins just days ahead of the Char Dham Yatra in the state.

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

A Cake Artist And Her Amazing Creations

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

Prachi Dhabal Deb, who began her career as a financial analyst, but found her heart in the field of confectionery art.

Rawat resigns as Uttarakhand CM, successor to be elected on Wednesday

Rawat resigns as Uttarakhand CM, successor to be elected on Wednesday

Rediff.com9 Mar 2021

Trivendra Singh Rawat on Tuesday resigned as the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, ending days of speculations of a change in leadership in the hill state.