KHATIMA NEWS
Rudrapur
A 30-year-old painter died by suicide at his home in Shivnagar, Rudrapur, after reportedly telling his wife that he had lost 15 thousand rupees gambling. Police said the incident occurred in the Transit Camp area, and the body was sent to the district hospital mortuary for legal proceedings.
Rudrapur
Vishnu Kumar, a 25-year-old trainee ed with the 46th Battalion PAC in Rudrapur, was found dead inside the campus on Sunday morning, police said. His family has raised questions after noticing alleged sharp-weapon injury marks, while investigators await mortem report to determine the cause of death.
Rudrapur
Rudrapur’s assembly contest is being shaped by disputes over roads, traffic, waterlogging, employment and SIDCUL work. BJP MLA Shiv Arora highlights major projects, while Congress leader Rajkumar Thukral and local traders question the city’s condition. Recent party switches have added another layer of uncertainty to the contest.
Rudrapur
Vishnu Kumar, 25, was found dead in a room at the 46th Battalion PAC campus in Rudrapur on Sunday morning, Diwali day. Police inspected the site, completed the inquest proceedings and sent the body for -mortem. Officials said the cause of death will be known after the report.
Rudrapur
Aman Kumar, a 25-year-old former student union secretary, died during treatment at a private hospital in Rudrapur, 3 days after a truck hit his motorcycle near an under-construction culvert on the Haldwani–Kichha road. His death has left his family, college community and local residents grieving.
Rudrapur
A pickup travelling from Dehradun to Banaras collided with an unidentified vehicle parked beside NH-74 near Deoria toll. The driver, his 4-and-a-half-year-old son and the vehicle owner were injured. Toll workers used a hydra crane to rescue them before they were referred to a higher centre after treatment at the community health centre.
Rudrapur
The Udham Singh Nagar Police said its Rudrapur fire unit quickly brought a fire under control at a shoe and slipper shop. The rapid response prevented loss of life, according to the police update, while no further details about the fire were provided.
Rudrapur
Nanhe Lal, a 55-year-old tailor from Rudrapur, was struck by a speeding motorcycle outside Cheema Hospital while visiting his son, who was receiving treatment after a leg operation. He suffered a serious head injury and died during treatment despite being taken to the hospital by local residents.
Rudrapur
Lawyers protested at the Rudrapur district court after alleging that ARTO office employees made insulting remarks about advocates and threatened to have their registrations cancelled. The lawyers sought the district judge’s intervention, demanded an apology from the employees and submitted a complaint to the Bar Association seeking action.
Rudrapur
A late-night dispute between portal journalist Rupesh Kumar and people travelling in a car led to allegations of a physical fight. Police registered an attempted-murder case against Kumar on one side’s complaint and detained him, prompting journalists and Congress workers to protest at Rudrapur Kotwali.
Rudrapur
The Point-of-Care Testing lab at Rudrapur Medical College is ready but has not begun operations because equipment and staffing are incomplete. The delay means patients are still unable to access several tests at discounted rates. College principal Dr C.P. Bhaisoda said a trial would begin next week, with regular services targeted by 30 November.
Haldwani
Burglars broke the locks of the main channel gate and science room at the Government Upper Primary School in Vidaura, Rudrapur. Computers, a UPS, a Brother printer, 2 fans and sports equipment were taken, while documents were disturbed and a safe locker was broken. Police have begun investigating after a complaint was submitted.
Rudrapur
Relatives of Rajesh Koli surrounded the Rudrapur police station on Monday, demanding the arrest of 2 more accused in the case. They alleged that 5 people were involved in the incident, while police have so far arrested 3 accused, and warned of a sit-in if further arrests are not made within 24 hours.
Rudrapur
Women who allegedly entered a jewellery shop as customers in Dineshpur, Udham Singh Nagar, are accused of taking gold earrings weighing about 3.5 grams before leaving without making a purchase. The shopkeeper alerted police through 112 after discovering the ornaments missing, and officers are examining CCTV footage to identify the suspects.
Haldwani
Car-borne thieves allegedly broke into 3 liquor outlets and several other shops across Rudrapur, Sitarganj and Haldwani between Friday night and Saturday morning. Traders reported stolen cash, liquor, beer and grocery products, while police teams are examining CCTV footage and investigating complaints filed at the respective police stations.
Rudrapur
Rajesh, who was allegedly attacked by 3 men near Rudrapur Roadways Station, died during treatment at a Bareilly hospital. Police said a case registered for life-threatening assault and other offences will be amended to include murder, while efforts continue to locate the accused named in the complaint.
Rudrapur
Patients at the district hospital in Rudrapur are facing long queues to obtain bills required for X-rays. Staff shortages, a slow billing system and reported server outages have delayed the process, causing particular difficulty for elderly people and women. The medical college principal has promised improvements to ensure bills are issued on time.
Rudrapur
Villagers are continuing an indefinite sit-in over 4 demands linked to the Chhatarpur railway crossing and the Dineshpur-Matkota road. They say frequent traffic jams disrupt travel, while the narrow road and speeding heavy vehicles increase accident risks. Former MLA Rajkumar Thukral visited the protest site and supported their demands.
Rudrapur
A mobile food laboratory collected 84 samples from sweet shops and the vegetable market in Rudrapur ahead of Diwali. All 45 sweets samples met standards, but 14 of 39 spice samples were found substandard, prompting officials to seal them and send them for laboratory confirmation before further action.
Rudrapur
A pickup carrying about 6 quintals of meat was stopped at Gaba Chowk in Rudrapur on Thursday morning after information about suspected meat smuggling. Police detained 2 occupants and sent a sample for laboratory testing. Authorities said the meat’s identity, including whether it is beef, will be established only after the report.
Rudrapur
Passengers reaching the Rudrapur Roadways depot for bus routes and timings are struggling to find reliable information. 2 inquiry counters were removed during construction work, but have not been restored even after the work stopped, leaving travellers dependent on conductors and drivers while waiting facilities also remain inadequate.
Rudrapur
A male elephant was killed when the Bagh Express struck a herd crossing the railway track between Haldi Road and Chhatarpur stations. The collision damaged the train’s overhead electrical line and delayed more than 1,000 passengers, while another elephant was seriously injured after falling into a trench during a forest fight.
Rudrapur
Police arrested 6 men after raiding a villa at Omaxe Riviera in Rudrapur’s Pantnagar area, where they allegedly found a gambling session underway. Officers recovered more than ₹3.88 lakh, playing cards and a poker set. A court sent all 6 accused to judicial custody, while the investigation continues.
Rudrapur
Students preparing for Uttarakhand Open University’s winter examinations must submit applications by 5 November for back papers and grade improvement. The Rudrapur centre at Bhagat Singh PG College said applications are also available for written, oral and practical examinations, along with project, fieldwork, research and assignment-related requirements.
Rudrapur
Joint teams from Pantnagar Kotwali and Rudrapur police arrested 06 people during a raid while they were allegedly gambling for stakes. Police said the operation recovered ₹3,88,100 in cash and a poker set, marking action against gambling activity in the area.
Rudrapur
Price labels were displayed at several sweet shops in Rudrapur, but manufacture and expiry or use-by dates were missing. Food safety teams inspected 6 shops, collected 2 sweet samples and issued notices to 2 bakeries. In Bazpur, 11 sweet sellers also received notices during a separate festival-season checking campaign.
Rudrapur
A 24-year-old newlywed died under suspicious circumstances in Rudrapur’s Rampura Ward 24 on Friday night, 2 months after her marriage to Rakesh Koli. Her father, Madan Lal, alleged dowry harassment and murder by her in-laws. Police are investigating, while officials began the required inquest process after being informed about the death.
Rudrapur
A Rudrapur couple discovered that ₹1.49 lakh had been withdrawn from their bank accounts after their mobile phone stopped receiving and making calls. The incident came to light when the bank contacted them about an unpaid vehicle instalment. Police have registered a FIR against an unidentified person.
Rudrapur
Rudrapur will implement traffic restrictions on Tuesday for the Dussehra Ravan burning at Gandhi Park. Heavy vehicles will be barred from the city from 7 in the morning, while key routes will close from 4 in the afternoon. Authorities have announced diversions, parking areas and police deployment to manage crowd and vehicle pressure.
Rudrapur
Passengers in Rudrapur have alleged that some e-rickshaw drivers demand more than the agreed fare when riders choose online payment. Commuters using the vehicles to reach markets, hospitals, the bus stand and major crossings say unclear fare rates and limited monitoring are adding to disputes and extra costs.
Rudrapur
Kichha police arrested a car-borne man during a patrol on Darau Road after receiving information that he was carrying an illegal pistol, according to police. Officers identified him as Darau resident Inzmam Khan and said a 32-bore pistol and cartridges were recovered from the car. A case has been registered under the Arms Act.
Rudrapur
Children in several primary schools in Udham Singh Nagar are studying on floor mats even though benches and desks have been supplied. The education department says schools lack space to store the furniture, while classrooms, enrolment levels, dampness and damaged buildings are affecting how available resources can be used.
Rudrapur
A man was seriously injured after allegedly being attacked with a sharp weapon in Rudrapur’s Satta Chowk area on 12 October. Police registered a case against 4 youths after a complaint by his wife from Rampura Ward 23. The allegations remain subject to investigation.
Rudrapur
Industries in Rudrapur’s SIDCUL area are reporting frequent power faults and low voltage, with outages affecting production during the festive season. Entrepreneurs say the industrial estate still depends on power lines installed when it was established nearly 20 years ago, while the number of companies has continued to grow.
Bageshwar
The Bharatiya Janata Party has secured all 4 urban seats in the Rudrapur district planning committee election without opposition. Rajesh Jagga, Vishnu, Narayan Mandal and Sunil Rohela were elected from the 4 local bodies, with party leaders saying they will raise local problems and development proposals before the committee.
Rudrapur
Udham Singh Nagar will hold a 3-day training programme for master trainers, field trainers and technical assistants involved in preparations for the second phase of Census 2027. The sessions will run at Rudrapur’s Abdul Kalam Meeting Hall from 10:00 in the morning to 5:00 in the evening, with officials instructed to ensure attendance and technical support.
Rudrapur
Women workers from several Rudrapur neighbourhoods staged a protest at the Deputy Labour Commissioner’s office over delays in receiving kits under a government scheme. They said repeated visits were costing them daily wages. Labour officials held talks with the protesters and assured them that kits would be distributed to all eligible women workers within one week.
Rudrapur
Farmers from Udhamsinghnagar district demonstrated at the Rudrapur collectorate after unseasonal rain and hail damaged paddy crops. They submitted a memorandum addressed to the Chief Minister, seeking disaster-hit status for Bajpur and Gadarpur tehsils, compensation of 50,000 rupees per acre and the start of procurement through raw commission agents.
Rudrapur
An Income Tax Department team carried out checks at 3 locations on Monday, including a hospital and gym in Rudrapur and a physician’s residence in Bilaspur. Officials have not disclosed the reason for the action or whether the locations are connected, leaving the details of the inquiry unclear.
Rudrapur
Farmers marched to the Rudrapur Collectorate on Monday to protest delays in paddy procurement and crop losses caused by hailstorms. During their sit-in, they demanded an assessment of the damage and compensation of ₹50,000 per acre, while warning that the agitation could intensify if their concerns are not seriously considered.
Rudrapur
Kotwali Tanakpur arrested Mahesh Prasad, 55, in Rudrapur on 11.10.2026 in connection with a warrant linked to Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. Champawat Police said the arrest was carried out under Operation Prahar, involving a person from Rudrapur in Udham Singh Nagar district.
Rudrapur
Sandeep Singh Chauhan, also known as Sunny and Saniya, was shot dead in broad daylight near an English wine shop in Dibdiba village, Bilaspur. Police said 3 motorcycle-borne attackers fled after the shooting, while officers examine nearby CCTV footage and investigate a possible personal rivalry.
Rudrapur
The Udham Singh Nagar District Congress Committee held a rally in Rudrapur and submitted a memorandum addressed to the governor to ADM Pankaj Upadhyay. The party raised concerns about the Election Commission’s functioning, electoral procedures, voter-list revisions and the credibility of constitutional institutions.
Rudrapur
Trucks and canters parked along both sides of the road near Pantnagar turn are causing congestion and creating visibility hazards for motorists. Residents say poorly marked vehicles become difficult to see after dark, while local representatives are seeking a permanent transport town or parking yard inside the SIDCUL area.
Rudrapur
E-rickshaw driver Liyaqat Hussain died after a car collided with his vehicle in Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar. The car reportedly left the scene before overturning in bushes 10 feet below the highway near Mahtosh Bhagda bridge. Police have taken custody of the damaged vehicle and are investigating the crash and the driver’s role.
Rudrapur
The only lift at Rudrapur’s district hospital stopped working on Friday, forcing patients headed to the first floor to use the stairs. Elderly people, pregnant women and serious patients faced particular difficulty, while relatives carried some wheelchair and stretcher patients upstairs. The medical college principal said repairs were expected on Saturday.
Rudrapur
2 people were seriously injured when 2 cars and a loader collided near GET College on Bajpur’s National Highway 74. The cars were travelling towards Rudrapur when the crash occurred. Doraha police reached the site, arranged hospital transport for the injured and began investigating after the loader driver allegedly left the vehicle and fled.
Rudrapur
The health department sealed 3 clinics during surprise inspections in Kichha and nearby rural areas on Thursday. Officials said the establishments either lacked valid registration records, had no authorised doctor present or were operating without evidence of required medical qualifications. The department warned that enforcement against unlicensed facilities will continue across the district.
Rudrapur
A 40-year-old man, identified as Vikas Batra, died after a truck hit him while he was crossing a road near Jafarpur in Rudrapur’s Dineshpur police station area. Police took the truck into custody after local people stopped it near Tel Mill Chowki, but the driver escaped and remains the subject of a search.
Rudrapur
Police in Rudrapur have registered a case after a video allegedly showing several rounds fired during a dispute between 2 groups in the Transit Camp area circulated on social media. Officers have identified the accused as Pravesh Gangwar, described as a history-sheeter, and are searching for him while examining the video and other evidence.
Rudrapur
Ashok Kumar Gumber, a resident of Friends Colony, has alleged that 3 men from Gadarpur assaulted him outside his home after a dispute involving 7 lakh linked to his son. He said the men fled when neighbours gathered after hearing the disturbance and has sought police action in the matter.
Rudrapur
More than 500 parents have applied for free admission under the second phase of the Right to Education process in Rudrapur. Applicants must submit income, caste, birth-date and residence documents on 18 and 19 September. An online lottery is scheduled for 25 September, with selected children entering private schools from 26 to 30 September.
Rudrapur
A 19-year-old man died and his 22-year-old cousin suffered serious injuries after their motorcycle struck cattle near Sidcul Chowk in Rudrapur. The 2 were travelling from Delhi towards Kainchi Dham when the collision occurred on Sunday night. The injured man received initial treatment before doctors referred him to Delhi for further care.
Rudrapur
Former office-bearer Arun Kumar Shukla, also known as Kinnu Shukla, has sought police protection after alleging that he received repeated threats during the Kichha municipal election. He said a caller displayed a weapon during video calls on 11 September and threatened to shoot him. Police said the complaint is under investigation.
Rudrapur
Rudrapur faced an 8-hour electricity shutdown on Sunday as UPCL replaced 33 KV lines and shifted infrastructure linked to the Bhadipura and Matkota substations. The interruption affected residential neighbourhoods, markets and industrial units, while residents reported problems with cooling, water pumps, mobile charging and essential online work.
Rudrapur
Udham Singh Nagar Police said it arrested 02 people and recovered 03 2-wheelers linked to vehicle thefts in Rudrapur. Police said the vehicles had allegedly been taken from the area, stripped of their number plates and concealed in isolated locations or bushes before the recovery.
Rudrapur
A Delhi-based company owner has accused 2 industrialists of taking control of his Pantnagar factory, machinery and goods after rent payments were disrupted during the Covid period. Following a court direction, Pantnagar police have registered a case and begun investigating the allegations, which include the alleged disappearance of machinery and raw and finished stock.
Rudrapur
A youth from Rudrapur’s Bhadaipura Ward 14 was allegedly attacked with a sword at Gandhi Park on 6 September 2026. Police have registered an FIR against 4 named suspects and some unidentified people, while investigating the alleged assault, threats, vehicles and weapons linked to the incident.
Rudrapur
Rudrapur defeated Kulkha Stadium 36-26 in the final of the district-level junior girls’ kabaddi competition at Sakainiya Stadium in Gadarpur. 9 teams and around 100 players participated. Selected players will represent Udham Singh Nagar at the state-level kabaddi competition scheduled in Kaladhungi on 19 and 20 September.
Rudrapur
In response to rising swine flu cases, health authorities will extend treatment to community health centers (CHCs) and primary health centers (PHCs). The move includes provisioning of necessary drugs, masks, and sample collection facilities, with an isolation ward at the district hospital for severe cases.
Rudrapur
Stray animals increasingly crowd busy routes in Rudrapur area, prompting drivers to slow, detour and sometimes remove animals from roads. Officials warn that local oversight must go beyond removing animals, and stress better waste management and monitoring of sensitive zones.
Rudrapur
A closed Rudrapur residence was broken into after the owner returned from visiting relatives in Delhi. Police say CCTV footage shows an intruder presence, while valuables including gold jewelry and cash amounting to lakhs were stolen. The investigation continues as officers review the video to identify the suspects.
Rudrapur
On the second day of Hindustan’s Himalaya Bachao campaign, 10 locations in Rudrapur district hosted pledge-making events. In total, 6,204 students from schools, colleges, and institutions took a pledge to safeguard the Himalayas, with the districtwide tally marching toward 21,594 pledges over 5 days.
Rudrapur
In Rudrapur, farmers and adhatias (traders) gathered at the Agricultural Produce Market Committee complex to demand accountability over allotment of a portion of the government warehouse. They allege the space was leased to a single party for private gain, prompting industrial actions and a threat to intensify the protest if the issue isn’t resolved. Officials maintain the warehouse was leased through a transparent tender process to boost market income.
Rudrapur
रुद्रपुर में कांग्रेस के सुरक्षा-घेराव के मद्देनजर प्रशासन ने कलेक्ट्रेट प्रवेश द्वारों पर बैरिकेडिंग कर दी है और पर्याप्त पुलिस बल तैनात किया गया है. प्रदर्शन में शामिल होने वाले कांग्रेस नेता–कार्यकर्ता पहले नैनीताल रोड स्थित पेट्रोल पंप पर इकट्ठे होंगे, फिर कलेक्ट्रेट की ओर कूच करेंगे.
Rudrapur
In Rudrapur, BJP officials including Mayor Vikas Sharma and MLA Shiv Arora led a demonstration against what they called Congress-led anti-people policies. Demonstrators gathered outside the district collectorate on National Highway, and a protester-turned-chant targeted Congress. Several senior party workers and representatives joined, signaling continued efforts to voice public discontent against the party.
Rudrapur
Youth Congress leaders, including national general secretary Surbhi Dwivedi, surrounded the Rudrapur district magistrate’s office, alleging -Haldwani developments involved ‘purification’ and connections to RSS and BJP leaders. The protest demands FIRs and action against caste-based practices, with a push to mobilize support ahead of 2027 elections.
Rudrapur
At Rudrapur District Hospital, ambulance operators allegedly overcharge families for transfers to medical centers such as Bareilly Ram Murti Medical College and Dr. Suvila Tiwari Hospital, with private fleets adding return-trip charges. Officials promise action and a formal inquiry. The public is urged to rely on official rate cards for ambulance costs.
Rudrapur
In Rudrapur, a CJM court refused bail to Mufti Mujib, accused of making provocative remarks during a Barawafat procession near Trishul Chowk. The imam was remanded to 14 days in judicial custody following arrest. police actions followed a viral video in which the alleged remarks were circulated on social media.
Kashipur
In the block-level cricket competition, standout performances led to a district-level squad of 25 players across under-17 and under-19 categories. The selections were announced as the district prepares for the inter-district event in Rudrapur mid-September.
