Uttarakhand Desk

Indore (Madhya Pradesh):  Just as women experience menopause, men too undergo age-related hormonal changes, commonly referred to as male menopause or andropause. This condition involves a gradual decline in testosterone levels, which can significantly affect both physical and emotional health. Aditya, a 48-year-old IT professional, recently experienced several symptoms associated with andropause. Over the past few months, he noticed extreme fatigue, decreased energy levels, p

Dehradun:  Seeking justice for their daughter, the parents of Ankita Bhandari joined a mahapanchayat demanding strict action against all those involved in the 19-year-old’s murder case. The gathering saw participation from local residents, social activists and members of various organisations, who called for transparency in the investigation and accountability from authorities. Addressing the gathering, Ankita’s father made an emotional appeal, saying, “My daughter did not bo

A 17-year-old Kashmiri shawl-seller was allegedly assaulted in Dehradun, leaving him with multiple injuries, including a fractured arm. The Dehradun police on Thursday (January 29, 2026) arrested a 50-year-old local shopkeeper in connection with the incident. Incident Details According to police officials, the minor, who had come to Dehradun to sell traditional Kashmiri shawls, was attacked following a dispute with the accused. The altercation reportedly escalated into physic

The Uttarakhand Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against two men — Deepak Kumar and Vijay Rawat — who had intervened during an alleged incident of harassment involving an elderly Muslim shopkeeper in Kotdwar on January 26. The case has sparked debate over the circumstances that led to the registration of the FIR and the role of various groups involved in the episode. Incident in Kotdwar According to reports, members of certain right-wing groups allegedl

In a major push to promote adventure tourism, the Uttarakhand government has announced the opening of 83 prominent Himalayan peaks for mountaineering expeditions. The decision, announced on Tuesday (February 3, 2026), is aimed at attracting both domestic and international climbers to the state’s high-altitude regions. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the move reflects the government’s commitment to establishing Uttarakhand as a global hub for adventure sports and eco-t

Lucknow: An unusual disciplinary action by a private school in Lucknow has sparked debate after several students were suspended for allegedly taking chow mein “multiple times” during a farewell party. The incident occurred at St. Mary’s School in the Chinhat area  during the Class 10 farewell event , which was organised on the school premises. According to students, the farewell included a food counter serving snacks, including chow mein. During the event, a group of Class 9