KHATIMA NEWS
Uttarkashi
6 players were inside a private indoor badminton court near Souli in Uttarkashi’s Naigaon area when unidentified people began throwing stones onto the roof. The incident continued for about 10 minutes, damaged the roof and prompted operator Dr Amit Rawat to lodge a complaint with local police seeking action against those responsible.
Kotdwar
Residents in Pauri’s main market caught a man allegedly trying to break the locks of shops and houses near Kotdwar Road late Monday night. The locals stopped him before any theft was reported and handed him over to police. Pauri Police identified the accused as Surya Kumar Shaili, a Nepal resident, and arrested him.
Dehradun
A district administration inspection has identified 806 faulty street lights across 13 major Dehradun routes. Officials have also been asked to mark poorly lit areas and improve lighting near junctions, markets, hospitals, educational institutions and busy public roads, with safety, particularly women’s safety, cited as a priority.
Pauri
A performer carrying out a fire stunt with petrol nearly lost control when the flames suddenly spread during a Valmiki Jayanti procession at Agency Chowk in Pauri, Uttarakhand. The incident caused panic among people watching the procession, but no one was injured, according to the available account.
Dehradun
Dehradun SSP Pramendra Dobhal said a case would be registered after allegations that a former public representative abused lineman Balak Ram and his children and issued serious threats. Police will investigate everyone involved, verify the audio recording linked to the matter and review security arrangements for Balak Ram and his daughter.
Chamoli
Police in Gopeshwar have begun special late-night patrols to monitor groups gathering in lanes, street corners and other public places. Young people found roaming without an apparent reason are being questioned and sent home, while authorities say the campaign aims to prevent illegal activity and improve the sense of safety for women and young women.
Roorkee
Joint Magistrate Deepak Ramchandra Set inspected safety arrangements at the Solani river ghats and directed officials to strengthen protection at accident-prone locations. The review followed concerns raised by BJP district general secretary Akshay Pratap Singh about missing railings and other safeguards near the ghats and bridges.
Haridwar
Haridwar Police has increased visible monitoring through foot patrols in markets and sensitive areas ahead of upcoming festivals. The move is intended to strengthen security and help ensure the celebrations take place in a safe, peaceful and harmonious atmosphere across the area.
Others
A tragedy at Kolkata’s Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal has prompted condolences from Pushkar Dhami and senior national leaders. Reports published on 17 October 2026 differed slightly in their wording of the toll, with one citing at least 17 deaths and 35 injuries and another describing 17 deaths as feared.
Dehradun
Families living in Class IV employees’ quarters at Haridwar’s Mela Hospital say a termite-damaged dry tree and branches leaning towards homes pose an accident and wildlife risk. They have sought the district magistrate’s intervention after alleging that repeated requests to the Forest Department and wildlife warden brought no action.
Haridwar
A 25-year-old man climbed a mobile tower in Haridwar’s Shivalik Nagar after becoming distressed when his wife left following an argument, police said. Officers and SDRF personnel spent considerable time persuading him to come down safely before taking action under Section 170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
Dehradun
Dehradun Police have taken 04 youths into custody after a video showing a fight and alleged hooliganism outside a school and along a public road circulated on social media. The action follows directions associated with the Dehradun SSP’s crackdown on disorder in public places, though no further legal details were provided.
Haridwar
Haridwar Police have announced enforcement against people consuming alcohol in public places, citing the need to protect public decorum and safety. The announcement, published on 29 September 2026, signals a stricter approach to visible drinking in shared spaces, although it does not provide details about the number of cases or penalties involved.
Uttarkashi
A dog described as rabid bit 12 people in and around Mori market on Saturday, including schoolchildren. All those treated at the Community Health Centre in Mori received first aid and anti-rabies vaccines. Parents remain worried about children’s safety, while residents have urged officials to capture the animal and address stray dogs permanently.
Haridwar
In Bhagwanpur, police launched a targeted blitz at hotels, dhabas, restaurants, and cafes to verify records, IDs, staff vetting, and CCTV readiness. The operation follows orders from Haridwar district leadership to bolster security ahead of upcoming festivals and prevent illegal activity.
Almora
A deteriorating structure at the GB Pant Environmental Institute in Golna Kardiya, Almora, has raised fears of a possible collapse. Residents, supported by Red Cross and local leaders, are pressing authorities for immediate remediation to prevent potential casualties.
Roorkee
Police in the Roorkee area have intensified security in 2 sensitive villages, Libberheri and Mannakhedi, using drone cameras to monitor rooftops and prevent weaponized clashes amid ongoing tensions. The operation aims to identify any assembled materials and deter anti-social activity, with authorities signaling 0 tolerance for disruptive elements.
Almora
A leopard appeared in the Dugalkhola area of Almora city during daytime, attempting to pounce on a woman. The incident sparked fear in nearby residential blocks as locals call on forest authorities to install a cage to prevent future encounters and ensure safety.
Uttarkashi
A leopard was spotted beside the Dharasu Band road in Uttarkashi late on September 4, with pedestrians recording a video from a safe distance. The incident follows recent leopard attacks in nearby areas, intensifying resident concerns and calls for stronger monitoring by forest authorities.
