Dehradun, July 22 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for isolated heavy rainfall on Wednesday in Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Nainital, Chamoli, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh districts of Uttarakhand. It has also forecast thunderstorms, lightning and spells of heavy to very heavy rain across several other parts of the state. According to the Meteorological Department, the prevailing weather conditions are expected to continue until July 25.Persistent rainfall over…
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Pithoragarh (Uttarakhand), May 8 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Friday said that the Kailash Utsav-2026 symbolises a unique blend of Indian culture, spirituality and modern thinking while highlighting the growing global prominence of the Adi Kailash region.Participating in the inauguration and foundation stone laying ceremony of various development projects during Kailash Utsav-2026 at L.S.M. Government Post Graduate College in Pithoragarh, the Chief Minister said the…
New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Weather conditions across India have begun shifting once again under the influence of an active western disturbance, bringing light to moderate rainfall and a noticeable dip in daytime temperatures across several parts of North and Northwest India.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for stormy weather in at least 11 states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Wind speeds in some regions are expected to reach up to 85 kmph. A yellow alert…
Dehradun, March 26 (IANS) A 42-seater air service between Pithoragarh and Dehradun was launched on Thursday, marking a significant boost to regional connectivity in Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the service at Jolly Grant Airport, describing the development as a “historic day” for the state.Speaking to reporters after the inauguration, Dhami said the new service would greatly benefit residents of the remote Pithoragarh district, improving accessibility and reduc…
New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Enhancing operational readiness and maritime prowess, the Shatrujeet Brigade of the Indian Army’s Central Command conducted intensive Watermanship Training, refining specialised aquatic manoeuvres and combat diving skills, an official said on Tuesday. The training focused on building endurance, tactical precision and confidence in subsurface operations, ensuring troops remain mission-ready in demanding water-based environments, said the official in a statement.“Throu…