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Uttarakhand’s Manual for Uniform Civil Code
Recently, Uttarakhand’s government approved a comprehensive manual for its Uniform Civil Code (UCC), aiming to standardise personal laws across the state. This initiative marks Uttarakhand as the first...
Uttarakhand’s Soapstone Mining Crisis
The issue of unregulated soapstone mining in Uttarakhand’s Bageshwar district has escalated into environmental and cultural crisis. The Uttarakhand High Court responded to alarming reports about the impact...
Uttarakhand’s Action Plan for Glacial Lakes
The Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority (USDMA) is actively working on a comprehensive action plan to study and monitor glacial lakes in the region. This initiative aims to...
Winter Char Dham Circuit Promotes Tourism in Uttarakhand
The Uttarakhand government inaugurated the winter Char Dham circuit on December 8, 2024. This initiative aims to attract tourists during the off-season winter months. The Char Dham includes...
Uttarakhand Launches First Wine Production Unit
Uttarakhand has recently inaugurated its first wine production unit in Kotdwar, which is part of the government’s new excise policy aimed at promoting wine tourism. The facility has...
Uttarakhand’s Yoga Policy
Uttarakhand, known as Devbhoomi, is evolving into a major hub for yoga and aims to enhance its reputation as a global yoga destination, follows the successful launch of...
Uttarakhand’s New Sports Initiatives Unveiled
Uttarakhand is witnessing important developments in sports infrastructure. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recently inaugurated three major schemes worth ₹13.78 crore. These initiatives aim to enhance sports facilities...
India and ADB Sign $200 Million Loan for Uttarakhand
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed an important $200 million loan. This funding aims to improve urban services in Uttarakhand. The agreement was...
8th Uttarakhand Bird Festival
The 8th Uttarakhand Bird Festival took place from October 18 to 20, 2024, at Benog Wildlife Sanctuary, near Mussoorie. This event showcased the rich avian diversity of the...
Uttarakhand Plans Authority to Regulate Char Dham Yatra
The government of Uttarakhand has realized that the famous Char Dham Yatra needs better management because more and more people are going on it, which is making things...
Uttarakhand Assesses GLOF Risks in Himalayas
The state government of Uttarakhand recently set up two expert panels to conduct risk-assessment and monitor five glacial lakes that have been facing risk of immediate danger. Glacial...
