News for 'uttarakhand'

Ranji Trophy: Bengal, TN in control; Mumbai fight back

Ranji Trophy: Bengal, TN in control; Mumbai fight back

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Tanush Kotian's five-wicket haul helped Mumbai bounce back as the visitors bowled out Baroda for 185 in their second innings.

UP, Uttarakhand settle assets, liabilities 21 years after division

UP, Uttarakhand settle assets, liabilities 21 years after division

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

With the Bharatiya Janata Party governments in both states, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh on Thursday reached an agreement on the division of their assets and liabilities, pending since their partition 21 years ago.

Shah insulted Ambedkar, should resign as HM: Cong

Shah insulted Ambedkar, should resign as HM: Cong

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The Congress on Tuesday accused Home Minister Amit Shah of harboring "hatred" towards B.R. Ambedkar, demanding an apology from him for his remarks in the Rajya Sabha. Congress leaders pointed out that Shah's comments, which criticized the frequent invocation of Ambedkar's name by the opposition, demonstrate a deep-seated animosity towards the architect of India's Constitution. The allegations sparked outrage among Congress members, who accused the BJP and RSS of having a history of disdain for Ambedkar. The incident has fueled political tensions, with the Congress vowing to hold Shah accountable for his remarks.

Maha Kumbh: 3.5 crore seers, devotees take Amrit Snan

Maha Kumbh: 3.5 crore seers, devotees take Amrit Snan

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Seers from various 'akharas' took the first 'Amrit Snan' at the Maha Kumbh on Makar Sankranti on Tuesday as an unbroken stream of people converged at the Triveni Sangam on the occasion with around 3.5 crore devotees taking a dip.

Kathua ambush: Darkness descends on homes of martyrs

Kathua ambush: Darkness descends on homes of martyrs

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

Rifleman Adarsh Negi spoke to his father over the phone on Sunday. The next day, Dalbir Singh Negi got another call, informing him about his son's death in the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua.

Santosh Trophy returns to Hyderabad after 57 years!

Santosh Trophy returns to Hyderabad after 57 years!

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Hyderabad will host the final rounds of the 78th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy for the first time in 57 years, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) announced on Wednesday.

Uttarakhand receptionist's murder sparks protests, BJP expels leaders

Uttarakhand receptionist's murder sparks protests, BJP expels leaders

Rediff.com24 Sep 2022

The BJP expelled Vinod Arya and his son from the party, a day after the leader's another son was arrested in the murder case of a woman receptionist at a resort in Uttarakhand's Pauri.

UP, Uttarakhand, Goa voters get their fingers inked

UP, Uttarakhand, Goa voters get their fingers inked

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

While assembly polls in Goa and Uttarakhand were completed in a single phase, for Uttar Pradesh, Monday was the second of a seven-phase election.

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

'Every Citizen On The Border Is A Soldier'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

'The greatness of India can be experienced by meeting Indians on the frontiers of India.' 'Every citizen on the border is a soldier'

Bypolls: Voting picks up amid stone pelting in UP

Bypolls: Voting picks up amid stone pelting in UP

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

An average voter turnout of 20 per cent was recorded in the first four hours of voting in the bypolls to 15 assembly seats spread across Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Kerala and Uttarakhand on Wednesday amid an incident of stone pelting in a village in UP's Meerapur and allegations of police personnel deterring voters from casting their ballot.

Qubool Hai Actor Surbhi Jyoti Weds

Qubool Hai Actor Surbhi Jyoti Weds

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

Qubool Hai actor Surbhi Jyoti wed actor-producer Sumit Suri in a dreamy ceremony on October 27.

Budget 2025: What Nirmalaji Needs To Fix

Budget 2025: What Nirmalaji Needs To Fix

Rediff.com16 Jan 2025

If the fiscal deficit target of 4.9% of GDP has to be met for 2024-2025, which the government must in view of the uncertainties and challenges emerging both domestically and globally, the finance ministry may see in the composition of the current year's capex a sliver of hope, notes A K Bhattacharya.

Vidhya's Grand Shillong Diwalis

Vidhya's Grand Shillong Diwalis

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Vidhya Pant remembers the Diwalis celebrated in her home in Shillong in the 1960s.

Wildlife cameras installed in Corbett misused to surveil women

Wildlife cameras installed in Corbett misused to surveil women

Rediff.com30 Nov 2024

A study published in the journal Environment and Planning F has revealed that cameras and drones originally intended for conservation activities in Corbett National Park are being misused by local government officials and men to surveil women without consent. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge, found that forest rangers intentionally flew drones over local women to scare them and prevent them from collecting natural resources, despite their legal right to do so. The researchers argue that these technologies, deployed under the guise of wildlife monitoring, are being used to intimidate and exert power over women, invading their privacy and altering their behavior in the forest. This has had a negative impact on women's mental health, with one woman interviewed for the study being killed in a tiger attack.

Heading To The Kumbh? Here's How To Plan

Heading To The Kumbh? Here's How To Plan

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Prayagraj is a must-visit place in 2025, but in January and February you can't miss the Maha Kumbh, a spectacular event like no other.

World Record! Mumbai rout Uttarakhand by 725 runs

World Record! Mumbai rout Uttarakhand by 725 runs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

Domestic giants Mumbai on Thursday broke the world record for highest margin of victory in the history of first-class cricket as they crushed minnows Uttarakhand by a staggering 725 runs on the fourth day of their Ranji Trophy quarter-final.

Why Do Bridges Collapse In Uttarakhand?

Why Do Bridges Collapse In Uttarakhand?

Rediff.com14 Jan 2022

In the last five years, 37 bridges have collapsed in Uttarakhand. Another 27 bridges are on the brink of collapse. 'Our politicians don't view these bridge collapses as a setback.' 'Rather they see them as an opportunity to make more money.'

India women seek fresh start after Australia debacle

India women seek fresh start after Australia debacle

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Skipper Harmanpreet Kaur backed the Indian women's team to regain confidence in home conditions during the three-match T20I series against the West Indies.

Ranji: Uttarakhand top group after draw with Bengal

Ranji: Uttarakhand top group after draw with Bengal

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Friday.

BJP ends suspense, Dhami to continue as Uttarakhand CM

BJP ends suspense, Dhami to continue as Uttarakhand CM

Rediff.com21 Mar 2022

Dhami under whose leadership the BJP had contested the February 14 assembly polls was the frontrunner for the post.

Uttarakhand: BJP, Cong veterans persuade rebels to withdraw nomination

Uttarakhand: BJP, Cong veterans persuade rebels to withdraw nomination

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

As per Joint Chief Electoral Officer Pratap Singh Shah, around 95 candidates from 70 assembly seats withdrew their names on the last date for withdrawal of nomination which was Monday.

5 Budget-Friendly Honeymoon Destinations

5 Budget-Friendly Honeymoon Destinations

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Embark on a romantic escapade without worrying about the budget!

'Human Attention Span Is Now Less Than Goldfish's'

'Human Attention Span Is Now Less Than Goldfish's'

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

'What scares me is the fact that there is so much content that people have content indigestion.' 'How do you entice people who have indigestion of content?'

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Ranji Trophy: Mumbai pile misery on Meghalaya

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

A summary of Friday's action in the Ranji Trophy matches across the country.

More Uttarakhand towns staring at disaster

More Uttarakhand towns staring at disaster

Rediff.com12 Jan 2023

Locals hold gradual land subsidence responsible for the fissures and attribute it to the widening of the national highway, violation of norms in construction works related to mandi parishad, erosion caused by the Pindar river and unsystematic flushing out of rainwater.

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).

Up to BJP if it wants me to fight polls: Doval's son

Up to BJP if it wants me to fight polls: Doval's son

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shaurya Doval has said he has never expressed desire to contest elections but is open to the idea if the party decides to field him.

Kanwar Yatra: SC extends stay on order to eateries to show owner's name

Kanwar Yatra: SC extends stay on order to eateries to show owner's name

Rediff.com26 Jul 2024

A bench of Justices Hrishikesh Roy and S V N Bhatti said it won't issue any clarification on the July 22 order as "We have said what needed to be said in our July 22 order. Can't force anyone to disclose names."

BJP weighs its options for Uttarakhand CM post

BJP weighs its options for Uttarakhand CM post

Rediff.com11 Mar 2022

The Uttarakhand assembly poll result has presented the Bharatiya Janata Party with a dilemma of sorts as it weighs various options after outgoing chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami who was tipped to continue in the post lost the election even as the party stormed back to power.

Ajit Pawar, RSS chief among early voters in Maharashtra

Ajit Pawar, RSS chief among early voters in Maharashtra

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat were among the early voters to exercise their franchise as polling was underway on Wednesday for the state assembly elections.

Why Jyotirmath Shankaracharya skipped prayers at Ram temple

Why Jyotirmath Shankaracharya skipped prayers at Ram temple

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

He said he would offer worship at the Ram temple only when the "shikhar" (topmost part) of the structure is fully constructed.

BJP likely to elect new Uttarakhand CM on Monday

BJP likely to elect new Uttarakhand CM on Monday

Rediff.com19 Mar 2022

The swearing-in ceremony may take place on Tuesday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP president J P Nadda and chief ministers of several BJP-ruled states likely to attend the event, he said.

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.

'A Great Soul Of India'

'A Great Soul Of India'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

He won two terms in office, which was a stunning feat for a leader who used his silence as the most vocal weapon to change the economy and the lives of a billion people, asserts Tarun Vijay, former BJP MP and former Chief Editor, Panchjanya, the RSS weekly.

UP girl gang-raped in U'khand Roadways bus; driver among 5 held

UP girl gang-raped in U'khand Roadways bus; driver among 5 held

Rediff.com18 Aug 2024

He said the incident occurred on August 12 at the busstahd and the police were informed about it Saturday evening.

Ritu Khanduri becomes 1st woman speaker of Uttarakhand assembly

Ritu Khanduri becomes 1st woman speaker of Uttarakhand assembly

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Her election to the post was a foregone conclusion as the main opposition Congress chose to stay out of contest.

Landslide threat to Uttarakhand highway stretch increases: Scientists

Landslide threat to Uttarakhand highway stretch increases: Scientists

Rediff.com17 Jan 2023

The study conducted a systematic survey of landslides and derived a statistical model, aimed at quantifying landslide susceptibility along the NH-7 at a high spatial resolution, the findings said.

6-km tunnel in Uttarakhand to bring last outpost on China border closer

6-km tunnel in Uttarakhand to bring last outpost on China border closer

Rediff.com23 May 2023

A six-kilometre-long tunnel will be constructed between Bundi and Garbiyang on the Ghatiabagar-Lipulekh road in Uttarakhand to make the way to the last border post of the Lipulekh pass on the India-China border smoother, a senior BRO official said on Tuesday.

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

India's 10 Prettiest Villages

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Here's your travel guide to exploring some of India's most beautiful villages.

Many feared dead as bus with 50 passengers falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

Many feared dead as bus with 50 passengers falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

Rediff.com4 Oct 2022

Heavy casualties were feared as a bus carrying around 45-50 members of a marriage party fell into a gorge in the Bironkhal area of Uttarakhand's Pauri district on Tuesday evening, the disaster control room in Pauri said.