KHATIMA NEWS
Pauri
An unidentified man’s body was found inside the Kotdwar tehsil complex in Pauri district on Wednesday. Police reached the site after receiving information from local residents, took the body into custody and began efforts to establish his identity. The circumstances surrounding the death remain under investigation.
Rudraprayag
A Fire Service team led by Shankar Chand Ramola inspected firefighting equipment and safety arrangements at key establishments on the Kedarnath Yatra route. Officials also examined the proposed Guptkashi fire station site and tested fire hydrants at Agastyamuni Krida Maidan and Rampur (Tilwara), directing operators to correct identified shortcomings within the prescribed time.
Uttarkashi
Rain is expected across 10 Uttarakhand districts, while the remaining areas may stay dry. Haldwani experienced sudden showers, strong winds and extensive waterlogging on Wednesday. From 25 September, several districts may face heavy rain, lightning and winds reaching 40-50 km/hour, with the risk of landslides and road disruption increasing in hill areas.
Almora
A ride at the Nanda Devi fair in Almora’s Adams Inter College ground broke late Wednesday, injuring a man and a woman. The man reportedly suffered fractures in both legs after falling, while the woman sustained injuries. Police and administrative officials sealed the ride and began checking its safety, technical condition and documents.
Haridwar
Haridwar Police has urged motorists to leave adequate space when overtaking buses and other large vehicles. The appeal follows a viral video showing people attempting to pass through a narrow gap. Police highlighted patience and distance because the larger vehicle’s driver may not know about the manoeuvre.
Nainital
The Nanda-Sunanda Festival has concluded safely, with Nainital Superintendent of Police Dr Jagdish Chandra thanking the police force, temple committee, traders, residents, devotees and other supporters whose cooperation helped maintain arrangements during the event.
Khatima
The SOG/ANTF unit of Champawat Police held an awareness initiative in Manihargoth, Tanakpur, focusing on the harmful effects of drug use and protection from cybercrime. Young people were urged to avoid drugs, report illegal narcotics and remain alert to cyber fraud, with helpline numbers shared for assistance.
Dehradun
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a group of mountaineering expeditions in Dehradun. The Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, based in Uttarkashi, is conducting the missions. Details about the number of expeditions, their destinations, participating teams and timelines were not provided in the available announcement.
Dehradun
The BJP has appointed Ram Madhav as its new Uttarakhand in-charge, with Bansuri Swaraj among 2 co-in-charges, according to reports dated 23 September 2026. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami welcomed the organisational changes in Dehradun, saying the party has recently reconstituted its organisation and appointed a new national president.
Bageshwar
The student union election process at Sumitranandan Pant Government College in Garur has moved ahead, with 18 nomination forms purchased for various s. Candidates will file their papers on Thursday, followed by withdrawals and scrutiny on Saturday. Polling, counting and the oath ceremony for elected representatives are scheduled for Tuesday.
