KHATIMA NEWS
Nainital
A roadways bus travelling from Haldwani to Dehradun crashed near Maidan, beyond Dhmola, late on 20 October 2026. Police said 5 of the 23 passengers were injured, including 2 women and 3 men. The injured were taken to the Community Health Centre in Kaladhungi, where they received primary treatment.
Nainital
The Bhandarpani and Kaladhungi tourism zones in the Ramnagar forest division are expected to reopen this week after routes damaged by rain were repaired. The zones missed their scheduled 15 October opening, while the Sitawani zone has already welcomed tourists following the monsoon closure.
Nainital
2 thefts at the Forest Corporation’s Kaladhungi depot within 18 days have raised concerns over security arrangements. Officials estimate that timber worth about 10 lakh rupees was stolen in the incidents, while reports have been filed at the Kotwali and no breakthrough has been reported so far.
Haldwani
BJP’s 3-election winning run in Kaladhungi has intensified competition for the party ticket, with MLA Banshidhar Bhagat seeking an eighth Assembly term and claiming a victory margin of more than 50,000 votes. His son Vikas Bhagat and around 12 other names are also being discussed, while Congress hopefuls are increasing their activity.
Nainital
After completing a bicycle expedition across 191 countries, Sundarbans resident Somen Devanath has begun a tour of India. During his stop in Kaladhungi, he spoke with students about his travels, including difficult experiences in Afghanistan, Antarctica and the coronavirus period, while promoting environmental care, fitness, social unity and youth participation.
Nainital
A leopard cub that fell into the Baur canal in Kaladhungi, Nainital, on Wednesday morning was brought to safety by nearby villagers. They used a bamboo pole to create a way out, allowing the cub to leave the water before its mother returned and took it into the forest.
Nainital
Nainital Police responded after a viral video showed schoolchildren fighting on a road in Kaladhungi. The children were identified and brought to the police station along with their parents and school management. Counselling was conducted, and challan action was also taken, according to the police update.
Haldwani
In Kaladhungi near Headil Gate, a speeding motorcycle struck a pedestrian woman and a scooter, leaving the woman with a leg fracture. The bike then crashed into a field, and the riders sustained injuries. The seriously injured woman has been referred to Haldwani for further treatment. Police are conducting an inquiry.
