KHATIMA NEWS
Khatima
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami attended the opening ceremony of a newly constructed facility in the state, according to an update released on Thursday. The brief announcement confirms his participation but does not provide the venue, details of the facility, remarks made during the event or information about its future operations.
Uttarkashi
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami recognised 4 mountaineering expeditions led by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering in Uttarkashi and inaugurated a new gaushala at Haldi Farm, Khatima. The shelter can accommodate more than 2000 destitute cattle, while similar facilities are being built at over 60 locations across the state.
Khatima
An X by Kumaon Jagran has raised concerns about an anti-mobile phone activity at Adarsh India Montessori School in Biria, Khatima. claims that several children became frightened and cried during the exercise, but the school’s response or independent confirmation of what occurred is not yet available.
Khatima
A monthly food distribution organised by Shyam devotees at Khatima’s main intersection on Tuesday drew a large number of people, who received prasad. Held on Ekadashi, the event was arranged through Shri Radha Rani Rasoi and attended by Khatima Municipality chairperson Ramesh Chandra Joshi and other participants.
Rudrapur
Azad Samaj Party (Kanshiram) workers held a sit-in at Khatima tehsil on Tuesday over problems in Muslim-majority areas. Police stopped the group at a barricade, leading to a heated exchange. After discussions with officials, party representatives reached Tehsildar Virendra Sajwan and submitted a memorandum addressed to the SDM.
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4 students from Shaheed Hari Kishan Shikshan Sansthan in Ashok Farm, Khatima, have earned selection for a state-level swimming meet after strong results at the district competition. Sarvodaya and Neeraj won their respective events, while Ashu and Sunil finished third in the 100-metre category.
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A motorcycle belonging to Kanjabag Umarukhurd resident Abhinek Singh was reported missing after he visited the Haat Bazaar near Pahenia bypass on 12 September. Khatima police have registered a theft case against an unidentified person and are searching for the suspect and the stolen vehicle.
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Mohammad Jishan and Jiya Ansari of Nosegay Public School in Khatima have won gold medals in the boxing competition at Khel Mahakumbh. Their victories have also secured places in the state-level boxing championship. School officials credited coach Lalit Pandey’s guidance and regular training for the achievement.
Khatima
An Uttarakhand Excise Department team dismantled 3 country-liquor stills operating in the Kilpura forest near Aalawridhi village. Officials seized 120 litres of raw liquor and destroyed about 10,000 kilograms of fermentation material. 3 unidentified people were booked under the Excise Act after allegedly fleeing before the raid.
Khatima
Police Circle Officer Neeraj Semwal carried out a half-yearly inspection at Jhankaiya police station in Khatima, reviewing key facilities and official records. Personnel also received practical instruction on safe weapon handling, while investigating officers were shown how to use crime-kit equipment and collect fingerprints during investigations.
Almora
Consumers in Khatima are facing extended waits to pay electricity bills at the Energy Corporation office on Melaghat Road. Despite separate counters for women and men, many people reportedly remain unable to complete payment after waiting for hours. Officials have pointed to deadline-period crowds and suggested online payments as an alternative.
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Police in Khatima have registered an FIR against an unidentified driver after a vehicle struck 2 scooter riders near the Reliance petrol pump on Sitarganj Road on 13 September. Amit Giri and Suraj Nath suffered serious injuries, received treatment at the Sub-District Hospital and were later referred to a higher centre.
Nainital
Uttarakhand has approved 1647 houses under PM Awas 2.0 (Urban) for eligible families across urban local bodies in Chamoli, Haridwar, Nainital, Tehri and Udham Singh Nagar. The projects will receive 2.75 lakh रुपये per house, while the budget for the newly sanctioned homes is expected to be released soon.
Khatima
Farmer Tej Prakash was injured when a crocodile seized his leg in a field near Baiis Pul in Khatima on Wednesday morning. Nearby villagers helped pull him free after he raised an alarm and took him to a government hospital. Doctors treated him before he was discharged and sent home.
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Sixteen students of Dynasty Modern Gurukul Academy in Khatima have been selected for scholarships under the Chief Minister Udyaman Scheme. The State Government will provide each selected student with 1500 rupees every month, according to school manager Dhirendra Chandra Bhatt.
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Amit Giri was seriously injured when his scooter collided with a car near the Reliance petrol pump on Sitarganj Road in Khatima on Sunday night. Passers-by alerted police and the 108 ambulance service. After receiving initial treatment at the sub-district hospital, doctors referred him to a higher centre.
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Jyoti Prakash has been chosen without opposition to lead the management committee of Acharya Narendra Dev Inter College in Khatima. Dr Neeta Bora Sharma will become deputy manager, while Harpreet Singh and Lokman Singh were selected for the chairperson and treasurer positions during an education department-supervised election.
Khatima
The Food Safety Department inspected 6 food establishments in Khatima on Friday as part of an effort to curb adulteration. Officials collected 5 samples, including paneer and dal, and served notices to 2 Charubeta establishments after finding dirt and other shortcomings during the inspection.
Dehradun
Uttarakhand is expected to see a stronger spell of rain from Friday, with a yellow alert for Dehradun, Tehri, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Nainital, Bageshwar and Pithoragarh. Thunderstorms and intense showers are possible across the state. The forecast comes after rain was recorded in several places, including Khatima and Pithoragarh.
Khatima
The Uttarakhand government has released ₹345.62 lakh as the first instalment for 2 flood protection schemes in Khatima. The projects cover villages along the Jagbudha river near the India-Nepal border and 7 villages in the Khatima development block, where homes face flooding from rivers and drains during the monsoon.
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A women’s pink toilet in Khatima has reportedly remained closed since its inauguration in March 2025, despite being built with around ₹7.50 lakh from CSR funds. The municipality, responsible for its operation, has cited staff shortages, water difficulties and other reasons while saying preparations are underway to open the facility.
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3 teachers from Khatima joined Uttarakhand’s delegation at the ULLAS Mela held at Bal Bhavan, Delhi, for International Literacy Day. They performed a literacy-themed song alongside participants from across the country, highlighting the state’s campaign and giving the Udham Singh Nagar town a place in the national programme.
Khatima
Uttarakhand’s excise department, assisted by the forest department in Khatima, dismantled 5 illegal liquor furnaces during raids in forest areas of Sitarganj and Khatima. Teams destroyed about 3600 kilograms of fermented wash, seized 190 litres of raw liquor and arrested 2 people in separate cases.
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Khatima will conduct sporting events under the Khel Mahakumbh programme from 13 to 19 September. The schedule includes athletics, kho-kho, kabaddi and murga jhapat, with competitions planned at 7 venues, including Van Chetna Stadium Chakarpur and schools in Khatima.
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Hitesh, Roshan and Rajiv of Shaheed Hari Kishan Shikshan Sansthan in Ashok Farm, Khatima, have earned places in the district kabaddi squad. Hitesh will compete in the under-14 category, while Roshan and Rajiv will play under-19 at the state-level championship in Tehri.
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Police in Khatima’s Satrhamil Majhola area arrested Joga Singh after his wife alleged repeated assaults on her and their children while he was intoxicated. She also complained of an alleged lathi-and-stick attack on 5 September. Police said Singh allegedly became violent again at the outand was being produced before court.
Khatima
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met residents, elected representatives and party workers at his residence in Nagra Tarai, Khatima, on Wednesday. He asked officials to address complaints within time and effectively, assuring visitors that the government considers resolving public concerns a priority. Dhami later left for Haldwani by helicopter.
Khatima
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met residents and public representatives during his Tuesday visit to Khatima. He asked officials to resolve their concerns promptly and ensure that people do not have to make repeated trips to government offices for routine matters.
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Intermittent rain that began on Saturday continued through Sunday, leaving several parts of Khatima waterlogged. The worst conditions were reported along Sitarganj Road between the Kotwali and Kanjabag crossing, where submerged footpaths, overflowing drains and dirty water disrupted access for shopkeepers, customers and nearby residents.
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Khatima resident Dr Naveen Bhatt has received the Yog Ratna Award for his contribution to yoga and yoga education. The honour was presented during the Punjab Health & Wellness Awards-2026 at Ludhiana’s Clay World School, where organisations associated with yoga and wellness recognised his work and commitment to the discipline.
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Ram Singh Dhami, a 47-year-old hotel worker living in Tigri, died while receiving treatment after an e-rickshaw driver brought him to a sub-civil hospital in Khatima. Police are examining CCTV footage to identify the driver and establish how Dhami suffered the serious head injury on Friday night.
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Police in Khatima arrested a 24-year-old man during checking on the Jasari-Patpura road, officials said. The search allegedly recovered 4.45 grams of smack from a transparent polythene packet. A case has been registered under Sections 8/21 of the NDPS Act, and legal proceedings are underway as he is produced in court.
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Police in Khatima have arrested Satwinder Singh alias Sonu Kaneti in connection with a firing and death-threat complaint filed by a resident of Bari Anjania. Investigators said CCTV footage and informers helped trace him, while 4 other accused had already been arrested in the case.
Khatima
In Khatima, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami listened to residents, instructed officials to prioritize solution of problems, and announced development projects including an Oxygen Park, stadium expansion, and new amenities. He also paid tribute to martyrs of the Khatiya incident and met students and athletes during a 3-day visit.
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Between August 26 and 27, 3 fans were found missing from Government Primary School Charubeta in Khatima. The principal filed a complaint, and local police have registered a case against unidentified burglars and begun a search for the culprits.
Dehradun
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami virtually joined a memorial gathering in Mussoorie honouring known and unknown activists who died during the Uttarakhand statehood movement. He said the state remains indebted to their sacrifices and that their memories will continue to be linked with Uttarakhand’s identity and self-respect.
Khatima
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated the newly built Nagar Van Oxygen Park in Khatima and announced 6 development projects, including a stadium, circuit house, park expansion, a workshop, a vending zone and relocation of the forest range officer’s office.
Khatima
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated Khatima’s City Park, also known as Oxygen Park, during events marking the 32nd anniversary of the Khatima firing incident. He also paid tribute to martyrs of the Uttarakhand statehood movement at the Martyrs’ Memorial.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said everyday social interactions should not be viewed through caste or political divisions after meeting residents over tea in Khatima. He argued that politics should strengthen social harmony, fraternity and shared responsibility rather than deepen divisions.
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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid tribute to activists killed in the Khatima firing incident and honoured their families at a programme in Khatima. He highlighted government support, including reservation in government jobs, monthly pensions and free bus travel for identified activists.
