KHATIMA NEWS
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Krishna Yadav of Khatima has secured a gold medal in the under-19, below-50-kilogram karate category at the state-level Khel Mahakumbh (CM Trophy) in Dehradun. The Ward 13 resident represented TG Dojo Academy, while coach Ghanishtha Mishra guided his training for the competition.
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Nanakmatta won the under-14 boys’ Malakhamb title by defeating Khatima, while the host team secured the under-19 crown against Haldwani. The competition brought together winning athletes from assemblies across the Nainital-Udham Singh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency at the Van Chetna Multipurpose Sports Hall in Khatima.
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A 45-year-old petrol pump employee died after a tractor-trolley struck his motorcycle near the Nanakmatta bypass in Khatima. Devendra Singh Bisht was travelling from Gaulapar after performing his late father’s shraddha when the collision left him critically injured. Doctors later declared him dead at the hospital, while police completed -mortem formalities.
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The Uttarakhand Kranti Dal intensified preparations for the Khatima Assembly election with a membership drive in Jhanakaiya on Saturday. Several members of the Bengali community joined the party during the campaign. Candidate Rohit Bhatt said UKD would focus on public concerns involving water, forests, land, food, clothing and housing.
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A new cattle shelter built in Khatima at a cost of ₹7.23 crore is being presented as part of the state government’s wider effort to protect destitute cattle. The facility is designed to support better care while helping farmers facing difficulties caused by stray animals in the area.
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Traders in Khatima staged a symbolic protest on Friday against the proposed merchant discount rate on digital payments. They covered UPI boxes and QR codes with black cloth, while trade body representatives sought dialogue with officials and payment-related institutions over the practical and financial difficulties faced by small and medium-sized businesses.
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Khatima will host the 3-day Uttarakhand Aadi Rangotsav 2026 from 4 to 6 October near the town’s new mandi complex. Organised by the State Tribal Research Institute, Dehradun, the festival will bring tribal artists from 17 states, along with folk performances, cultural presentations and stalls featuring tribal products.
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Residents of Sharda Bihar Colony in Khatima say Jal Jeevan Mission connections are bringing dirty water into homes, while pipeline leaks and billing problems remain unresolved. Complaints have reportedly produced little action in Ward 18 and Ward 11, prompting residents to seek regular, clean water and a working grievance system from the department.
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met residents and public representatives at Khatima’s Lohiyahead helipad on Wednesday, directing officials to resolve their complaints on priority. He said the town would receive stronger civic facilities and continue developing until it becomes a model town for Uttarakhand, with work planned across roads, rail, health and education.
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A statement by Pushkar Dhami praised the Garhwal Rifles as a distinguished Indian Army regiment and a representation of Uttarakhand’s military tradition. It highlighted the formation’s bravery, discipline and commitment across wars and military operations, while remembering the sacrifices made in service of the national flag and country.
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Police have arrested both people named as accused in a murder case linked to the Khatima area, according to an update from Udham Singh Nagar Police. The arrests followed directions from SSP Ajay Ganpati for prompt action after officials assessed the seriousness of the incident.
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Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met residents in Khatima on Tuesday and directed officials to address their complaints promptly, transparently and sensitively. Several matters were taken up with officers at Lohiahead helipad, while discussions with public representatives focused on development needs and improving civic services across the area.
