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August 13, 2026, 11:33 AM - 2 min read
Nautiyal, a resident of Gaursada village in Jaunpur block of Tehri Garhwal, went to Saudi Arabia in 2018 in search of work. He was employed as a truck driver with Pick Roads and Contracting Company in Riyadh, according to the Chief Minister’s Office.
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August 13, 2026, 11:14 AM - 2 min read
The review meeting was held at the Secretariat. Officials discussed the status of water supply projects, tap water connections in rural areas, verification of connections, water quality, funding and the operation and maintenance of completed schemes.
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August 12, 2026, 03:00 PM - 3 min read
According to available information, the brothers were promised better job opportunities in Russia through a travel agency based in Sitarganj. Their family alleged that around Rs 8 lakh was taken from them for arranging the jobs before they were sent to Russia.
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August 8, 2026, 01:54 PM - 3 min read
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday transferred Rs 146.32 crore in pension benefits to 9,87,017 beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The payments were made under various pension schemes run by the Social Welfare Department for July 2026.
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August 7, 2026, 04:41 PM - 2 min read
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday said that the Char Dham Yatra is being regulated and temporarily halted at certain locations due to heavy rain and landslides in different parts of the state. He stressed that ensuring the safety of pilgrims remains the government's foremost concern.
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August 6, 2026, 10:54 AM - 3 min read
The plan was approved during a meeting of the BJP Uttarakhand Core Committee held in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by BJP National President Nitin Nabin and attended by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami along with other senior leaders from the state.
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July 27, 2026, 05:14 PM - 2 min read
Speaking about the organisation, Dhami said Vidya Bharati had expanded its presence across villages and households in the state. He said the organisation had played an important role in reaching people and supporting them during difficult times. "I have been associated with these organisations, so I know the contribution made by Vidya Bharati teachers and office bearers during challenging times. Today, around 562 schools are functioning and providing education to 1.25 lakh students," he said.
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July 21, 2026, 03:21 PM - 2 min read
The money will also be used to build supporting infrastructure and improve road connectivity, disaster management, police modernisation, and judicial and prison facilities.
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July 19, 2026, 02:40 PM - 3 min read
Dhami said he has directed the principal secretary and other officials concerned to begin a fresh round of discussions with experts, local residents, public representatives and other stakeholders. He said no trees would be felled until trust is restored and a broad consensus is reached among everyone involved.
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July 4, 2026, 03:56 PM - 2 min read
Residents expressed varying views on the move. While some described it as a step towards improving the quality of education and creating a more uniform system, others said the government should consult all stakeholders before implementing the reforms.
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July 2, 2026, 05:09 PM - 4 min read
Speaking during the review meeting, Dhami said disaster management is one of the government's top priorities in a Himalayan state like Uttarakhand. He said better planning, quick response, strong coordination between departments and the use of modern technology are crucial for dealing with monsoon-related emergencies.
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July 1, 2026, 02:02 PM - 2 min read
With the new law taking effect, the state has repealed the Madrasa Education Board Act and the Rules for Recognition of Non-Government Arabic-Persian Madrasas, as per the Chief Minister's Office.
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