KHATIMA NEWS
Rudraprayag
Fire officials inspected commercial establishments in Rudraprayag on Wednesday 16 September, reviewing safety equipment and emergency exit arrangements. Staff members also received guidance on handling a fire and using protective equipment. The department said inspections will continue, with action possible against establishments that ignore prescribed safety requirements.
Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi traffic police have intensified vehicle checks in Dharasu and Chinyalisaur ahead of Char Dham Yatra-2026. Officers issued challans to 15 drivers for violations including over-speeding and over-height vehicles, while a dumper driver allegedly found driving under the influence was arrested and the vehicle seized.
Almora
Uttarakhand Child Rights Protection Commission member Yogesh Singh Rajwar has sought a detailed report on an alleged assault involving a student at GIC Pubhau Lamgara in Almora. During a review meeting, he also directed officials to arrange school workshops on child rights, protection, substance abuse and drug-related harms.
Dehradun
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conveyed birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an address in Dehradun. Dhami said the wishes were being offered on behalf of those present and referred to Modi’s deep affection, although the available video excerpt does not provide the complete sentence.
Almora
A tiger was seen about 200 metres from Heeraram’s home in Saural village, Almora, on Tuesday morning. Unable to call for help, he ran towards a neighbour after the animal appeared to approach him. Forest officials later inspected the area and advised residents to travel in groups and remain vigilant.
Bageshwar
A new 2-lane bridge has been approved for Golu Market in Garur, Bageshwar, at an estimated cost of 6 crore rupees. The project is intended to ease congestion and improve traffic movement. Compensation linked to the bridge work has already been distributed, while the tender process is expected to begin soon.
Nainital
A geological assessment using Sentinel-1A satellite observations from 2017 to 2024 has identified widespread ground movement around Nainital. The study places 17.08 square kilometres, or 24.9% of the assessed area, in the high-risk category and links the danger to unstable geology, heavy rainfall and uncontrolled construction.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh Municipal Corporation conducted an enforcement drive against encroachment and littering across 4 busy roads. The team issued challans to 21 people and imposed a combined fine of 5,700 rupees. The operation was carried out under directions from Municipal Commissioner Vijay Nath Shukla, with sanitation officials participating.
Rishikesh
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission has announced 200 scaler vacancies in the Forest Development Corporation. Online applications will open on 22 September, while the selection process will begin with a physical standards and efficiency test proposed from 19 November. Eligible applicants must have studied science or mathematics in Class 12.
Haridwar
A 32-year-old man from Pune was found hanging inside a hotel room in Bahadrabad after staff alerted police when he did not respond. Officers identified him through an Aadhaar card and sent the body to the district hospital for -mortem examination. Police have described the case as suicide while investigating the reason.
