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Weather Forecast Today, July 13: IMD warns of heavy rain in Uttarakhand, Punjab, Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka and West Bengal; Delhi to see light showers; here's state wise prediction

Weather Forecast Today: Monsoon activity remains strong across India with widespread rainfall expected. Many regions will witness intense showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Other areas are likely to see intermittent rain spells throughout the day. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in parts of Uttarakhand and Maharashtra. Residents are urged to…

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'Guilty will be punished': Uttarakhand BJP Chief Mahendra Bhatt on Badrinath Donation theft case

An investigation into alleged embezzlement of donations at Badrinath Dham Temple is underway. The BJP Uttarakhand President stated guilty parties will face strict action. The government is appreciating the uncovering of these financial irregularities. An inquiry found advance funds released from the temple corpus without approval. Action will be initiated…

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Monsoon activity subdued in large parts of India, Uttarakhand on red alert

Southwest monsoon activity remained subdued across most of India on Sunday. Heavy rainfall was confined to Uttarakhand, West Bengal, and northeastern states. Isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted for northeast India and West Bengal. Uttarakhand experienced landslides, blocking numerous roads and causing evacuations. Dry weather prevailed across Rajasthan,…

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Uttarakhand govt directs Badrinath Temple Committee's CEO to take action against officials found responsible in alleged donation theft case

The Uttarakhand government has taken a strict stance over alleged financial irregularities in the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC). Acting on the findings of an inquiry into payments made for the accommodation, food, and other expenses of VIP guests, the government has directed the Committee's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to initiate…

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Uttarakhand Rain Alert: Rainfall disrupts Kedarnath Yatra, several roads shut as IMD warns of heavy rainfall across state

Uttarakhand is experiencing heavy monsoon rains, leading to widespread disruptions across the state. One hundred twenty-six roads are closed due to rain damage and blockages. A landslide has blocked the Kedarnath Highway, impacting pilgrim movement and Yatra progress. Authorities are working to clear debris and restore traffic on the affected…

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Weather forecast today, July 12: IMD warns of heavy rain in Uttarakhand, Himachal, Bihar, Punjab, Assam, Odisha and Northeast; Delhi to stay mostly cloudy. Here's the state-wise prediction

Weather Forecast Today: The India Meteorological Department forecasts an active monsoon day across many Indian states. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in northern, eastern, and northeastern regions. States like Uttarakhand, Bihar, and Assam are under heavy rainfall warnings. Delhi, however, anticipates mostly cloudy skies without any rainfall alerts. Residents…

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IMD Weather forecast: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Bihar and Uttarakhand; Himachal, Meghalaya also set for intense showers till July 17

Weather tomorrow (July 12): The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across North, East, and Central India. Neighboring states like Punjab and Haryana will witness significant downpours. Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand expect widespread rain and thunderstorms for several days. Central and Eastern India will also experience active monsoon conditions and…

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Weather tomorrow, July 11: Heavy rain alert for Delhi, UP, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra & 10+ states. Check IMD's latest forecast

India Meteorological Department forecasts widespread rainfall across many regions on July 11. Heavy to very heavy rain is expected over several northern and eastern states. Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds will affect many areas. Active monsoon systems will continue bringing significant rainfall to north and central India. Residents…

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Gangotri National Highway reopened after debris clearance; Uttarakhand on high alert amid heavy rainfall warning

The road stretch had been blocked due to landslide debris accumulation, disrupting movement along the highway. Uttarkashi District Magistrate Prashant Arya has directed the deployment of a permanent JCB machine at the location.

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Panel to hear all parties before submiting report: Garhwal Commissioner on Badrinath Dham donation probe

A three-member committee will investigate Badrinath Dham Temple donation irregularities. The committee will hear perspectives from concerned parties and complainants. This group will propose suggestions to streamline the temple's donation system. The Uttarakhand government formed the committee following allegations of embezzlement. Strict action will be taken against anyone found guilty…

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Badrinath Temple committee finance controller calls alleged donation irregularities 'individual' lapse

A temple committee official stated one staffer's actions do not reflect institutional integrity. Uttarakhand's Chief Minister strongly condemned the alleged diversion of temple offerings. A criminal case was registered against a Personal Assistant for misappropriating funds. The committee suspended the staffer after a preliminary inquiry found irregularities. A high-level committee…

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Why Bee Populations Face Extinction: The Decline, the Pesticides, and the Food We Stand to Lose

The Scale of What Is Already GoneA single honeybee colony can contain up to 80,000 workers. In the United States alone, beekeepers lost an estimated 45.5% of managed honeybee colonies in 2022 to 23, according to the Bee Informed Partnership, one of the highest annual losses on record. Europe has…

Times Life

6 Indian National Parks Beyond Ranthambore That Every Tiger and Wildlife Safari Fan Must Visit

Jim Corbett National Park, UttarakhandJim Corbett has been hosting tigers since 1936, which makes it the oldest national park in India and the site where Project Tiger was formally launched in 1973. The Dhikala zone, set inside a broad riverine grassland called the chaur, gives you the kind of unobstructed…

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Weather tomorrow, July 10: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra and more as monsoon covers entire India

Weather Tomorrow, July 10: IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across several parts of the country on Friday as the southwest monsoon remains active after covering the entire nation. Heavy rainfall is expected in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand due to the interaction of multiple weather systems. The IMD has…

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Why Do People in Uttarakhand Grow Harela Every Year?

Have you ever wondered why, every year, thousands of families in Uttarakhand carefully plant a handful of seeds inside their homes? They water them every day, watch them sprout into fresh green shoots and then treat them with the same respect as a blessing. At first glance, it may seem…

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Heavy rain in next 48 hours in Uttarakhand; several districts on 'Red Alert': Met

Uttarakhand is experiencing active monsoon conditions with extreme rainfall recorded in Kashipur. A red alert has been issued for seven districts due to heavy to very heavy rainfall predictions. The weather department forecasts continued rain across the state for the next 48 hours. Risks of landslides and flash floods are…

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Uttarakhand becomes country's sixth fully literate state

Uttarakhand achieved full literacy status, becoming the sixth state to do so. This significant milestone was reached after meeting adult literacy benchmarks set by the government. Governor Gurmeet Singh approved the proposal declaring the state fully literate after this achievement. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted public participation and government…

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Weather Tomorrow (July 9): IMD says monsoon to cover entire India soon; Heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand & more. Check full advisory

IMD weather tomorrow July 9: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several parts of the country on July 9. Conditions remain favourable for the southwest monsoon to advance over the remaining parts of north India, completing its coverage of the entire country…

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When PSUs, fertiliser shops, and flour mills became Uttarakhand’s ‘investors’ after global summit

Inaugurating the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit on December 8, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the state a “new hub for investment”, crediting the “double engine” government’s push on tourism, connectivity and investment.

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Uttarakhand: BKTC official booked for embezzlement of Badrinath Dham Temple donations

A criminal case was filed against Pramod Nautiyal, a Personal Assistant, for allegedly diverting temple offerings. He was suspended by the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee after preliminary findings substantiated the allegations. An inquiry committee found prima facie evidence of serious irregularities in his official duties. The Uttarakhand Government has also formed…

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Why Vultures Are Irreplaceable Scavengers and What Their Extinction Means for India's Ecosystem

A stomach that kills anthraxVultures have gastric acid with a pH close to 1, among the most corrosive digestive environments measured in any vertebrate. A carcass infected with anthrax, botulinum toxin, or rabies virus passes through that acid and exits neutralised. No other scavenger in India's food web does this.…

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Weather Tomorrow, July 8: IMD issues heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Kerala, UP, Uttarakhand & more; check if your state is on the warning list

Weather Tomorrow, July 8: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across several parts of the country on Wednesday, July 8. Heavy to very heavy rain, accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds, is expected in multiple states. The southwest monsoon continues to strengthen and is likely to cover…

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Weather Today and Tomorrow (July 6-7): Delhi, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, MP, Odisha, Kerala on high alert as IMD warns of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning across India

Weather Today and Tomorrow: India's southwest monsoon is intensifying, with the IMD issuing multiple rainfall alerts for July 6-7. Heavy to extremely heavy downpours are expected across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Kerala, Karnataka, and Himalayan states. Residents are urged to exercise caution due to potential thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty…

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Badrinath, Kedarnath devotees donate Rs 80-85 crore annually, exceeding budgets of several state departments

Devotees' annual offerings at Uttarakhand's Badrinath and Kedarnath shrines, managed by BKTC, are estimated at Rs 80-85 crore, surpassing budgets of several state departments. This significant sum comes to light amid allegations of theft involving donations at Badrinath Dham. The Temple Committee has launched an inquiry and vowed strict action…

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CM Pushkar Singh Dhami completes 5 years in office, sets 2035 target for developed Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami celebrated five years in office by presenting an ambitious blueprint aimed at achieving comprehensive development for the state by 2035. His focus on enhancing infrastructure, investment opportunities, and public services stands out, while highlighting notable accomplishments such as the implementation of the Uniform Civil…

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