KHATIMA NEWS
Dehradun
Uttarakhand is likely to remain dry on 7 November, with no rain or snowfall expected across the state. The India Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate fog in some mountain valleys during the morning and late night, while daytime temperatures may remain relatively warm in the plains and hills.
Nainital
The Nainital district fire department has moved to high alert for Diwali, positioning fire engines at 18 sensitive points and checking key safety infrastructure. In Haldwani, 140 fire hydrant extensions are under monitoring, while teams inspect warehouses, commercial establishments and roads to support faster emergency response.
Dehradun
Congress leader and advocate Sandeep Chamoli staged a semi-nude protest in Dehradun on Friday, joined by party workers near the statue of Indramani Badoni. Police stopped him during the march, while Chamoli said the campaign for justice for Ankita Bhandari would continue until his demand was addressed.
Uttarkashi
7 of the 8 people caught in an avalanche on the Kedartal track have been found dead, while one trekker remains unaccounted for. 3 newly recovered bodies were brought to Uttarkashi district headquarters on Friday after poor weather delayed their transport. Authorities have now stopped the search because of deep snow and continuing snowfall.
Uttarkashi
6 players were inside a private indoor badminton court near Souli in Uttarkashi’s Naigaon area when unidentified people began throwing stones onto the roof. The incident continued for about 10 minutes, damaged the roof and prompted operator Dr Amit Rawat to lodge a complaint with local police seeking action against those responsible.
Haldwani
More than 25 people were bitten by a stray dog near Sindhi Chauraha and the Women’s Hospital in Haldwani on Friday evening. The injured reached Base Hospital for anti-rabies injections, while residents criticised the alleged delay after calls to the Municipal Corporation and the Animal Husbandry Department produced no immediate rescue response.
Rishikesh
Congress workers opposing Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s visit were stopped near Jolly Grant while demanding justice in the Ankita Bhandari murder case. Police detained the protesters and later released them. The demonstration also highlighted claimed disruption to traders and residents after the main road was closed during the minister’s Dhanteras visit.
Rishikesh
UPNAL security personnel at AIIMS Rishikesh reportedly have not received wages for 2 months, while other outsourced workers were awaiting their monthly payment and Diwali bonus. Protests and work boycotts by security, cleaning and hospital attendant staff affected hospital operations, including sanitation in emergency and trauma areas, before talks with the administration.
Rishikesh
A man who allegedly posed as an RPF assistant security commissioner was caught near the Lachhiwala flyover in Doiwala. He was travelling in a hired car fitted with a blue beacon and carrying an RPF-badged cap, while both he and the driver were later named in a police case.
Champawat
Fear remains high in villages near Lohaghat’s Sui Pau area after teenager Harshit died in a leopard attack. Residents are returning home before dark, while traders are closing shops early. Forest department teams are patrolling the area and conducting public awareness efforts as villagers seek firm action against the animal.
