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Circuit Uttarakhand will inspire Himalayan natives to stay in touch with their cultural roots, and allow a community of like-minded individuals spanning geographical locations to come together. Through niche content, news, newsletters and community forums, We will empower our members to engage meaningfully with issues back home, whether social, celebratory, socio-economic, or development, give them an opportunity to support their revered home in times of need or distress.

17/12/2025

As evening aarti begins in Haridwar, Har Ki Pauri presents a surreal sight. The ghats stretch into the distance, wrapped in a thick blanket of fog, while the icy waters of the ever-flowing Ganga intensify the chill. Devotees and visitors stand shivering as the cold tightens its grip on the sacred riverfront.

17/12/2025

Bears have been sighted at the municipal waste dumping site in Joshimath, raising serious concerns among residents and authorities. Even with half of December already over, bears have not entered hibernation, largely due to insufficient snowfall, shrinking food sources in forest areas, and the easy availability of food at open garbage sites.

Experts warn that such sightings are no longer unusual but reflect a deeper environmental problem. The changing climate, poor waste management, and increased human encroachment are pushing wildlife closer to human settlements, intensifying the risk of human–wildlife conflict in the region.



16/12/2025

Four people were killed on the spot in a tragic road accident late Tuesday night near PNB City Gate on the Rishikesh–Haridwar highway. According to police, an SUV coming from Haridwar rammed into a truck parked on the roadside, leaving the vehicle completely mangled. The victims were rushed to hospital by ambulance but were declared dead. Preliminary investigation suggests the driver may have lost control while trying to avoid an animal on the road. Police have launched a detailed probe to ascertain the exact cause of the crash.



16/12/2025

[Warning Graphic Violence]
Once again, serious questions are being raised about the declining state of law and order in Dehradun. A video showing open hooliganism and a violent scuffle over a trivial issue on the busy Bindal Bridge has gone viral on social media. The incident, which occurred in broad daylight at a crowded location, has sparked public concern over safety and policing in the city.

15/12/2025

Lionel Messi’s fans gathered in large numbers at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, despite poor air quality in Delhi, to watch and celebrate their favourite football star. However, the mood briefly changed when Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta arrived at the event. A section of the crowd started chanting “AQI, AQI,” drawing attention to the city’s air pollution problem. The slogans highlighted public concern over Delhi’s worsening air quality, even as the main focus of the event remained on Messi and football.


15/12/2025

Kavita Chand (40), a native of Dhara Naula in Almora district of Uttarakhand, has brought pride to India by successfully scaling Mount Vinson (4,892 metres), the highest peak in Antarctica. She reached the summit on December 14, 2025, marking a historic milestone in her mountaineering journey. Now based in Mumbai, Kavita’s achievement has resonated strongly in her home state, where her journey from the hills of Uttarakhand to the world’s most remote peaks is being celebrated with pride.

The Mount Vinson expedition is a major step towards her ambitious Seven Summits goal — conquering the highest peak on each of the seven continents. Earlier, she had successfully climbed Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak, placing her firmly on course to complete the global challenge.

Considered one of the most extreme and isolated mountains in the world, Mount Vinson presents climbers with brutal cold, total isolation and highly unpredictable Antarctic weather. Kavita’s expedition began on December 3 from India. She arrived in Punta Arenas, Chile, on December 4, flew to Union Glacier on December 7, and later reached the Vinson Base Camp at around 2,100 metres. The final leg from Union Glacier to the base camp was completed via a ski-equipped aircraft, underlining the complex logistics involved in Antarctic expeditions.

The expedition was led by renowned high-altitude guide Mingma David Sherpa, with support from experienced Indian mountaineer Bharat Thammineni and his expedition company Boots and Crampon. Under expert guidance, the nine-member Indian team successfully reached the summit, supported by careful planning, proper acclimatisation and strong on-ground coordination in extremely harsh conditions.

Reacting to her achievement, Kavita Chand said, “Standing atop Mount Vinson with the Indian tricolour is an honour beyond words. I hope this achievement inspires professionals to believe that fitness, ambition and career success can grow together.”

Beyond mountaineering, Kavita has also carved a strong identity in endurance sports. She is a dedicated marathon runner and a winner in her age category at the Delhi and Mumbai HYROX 2025 events.

14/12/2025

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has ordered the immediate rollout of new winter tourism initiatives, including snow leopard sighting programmes, heli-skiing and a Himalayan Car Rally, to boost tourist arrivals during the winter season.

All facilities run by KMVN and GMVN have been asked to be ready by December 20, ahead of the winter pilgrimage period. District Magistrates have been directed to ensure roads, hotels and basic infrastructure at major tourist destinations are fully prepared. CM Dhami has also announced personal road inspections and a key stakeholder meeting in Delhi to promote winter tourism.

⚠️ But there are serious fears also, Snow leopards are among the most sensitive and endangered species in the Himalayan ecosystem. Promoting sightings without strict scientific safeguards could disturb their habitat and increase human–wildlife conflict. Activities like heli-skiing and car rallies may also add to noise pollution, carbon emissions and pressure on fragile alpine zones.

Winter is a critical survival season for Himalayan wildlife. Unregulated tourism, traffic and infrastructure expansion risk long-term ecological damage.

Tourism must be eco-sensitive, regulated and community-led, or the Himalayas may pay the price for short-term gains.

13/12/2025

🔥 Army Chief Leads by Example at IMA Dehradun 🔥

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi surprised everyone by doing push-ups with newly commissioned young officers after the Passing Out Parade at the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun.

A powerful moment of fitness, camaraderie, and leadership, inspiring the next generation of Army leaders. 🇮🇳💪

27/10/2025

In the backdrop of the ambitious ropeway project slated to link Sonprayag with the sacred shrine of Kedarnath, a symbolic protest emerged this week when a female devotee — reported to be aged 53 — appeared at the pilgrimage site holding a handwritten poster that read, “Save Kedar, No Ropeway”.

The ropeway project, approved by the Union Cabinet in March 2025 at a cost of approximately ₹4,081 crore, aims to slash pilgrimage travel time from 8-9 hours to just 36 minutes.

23/10/2025

With Vedic rituals on Bhai Dooj, Yamunotri Dham’s doors closed for the 6-month winter. Maa Yamuna’s doli departed for Kharsali amid chants, drums & devotion. Over 6.5 lakh pilgrims visited this year. 🙏✨

23/10/2025

The sacred Kedarnath Dham, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, was closed for the winter season on Thursday morning amid Vedic chants and rituals. The idol of Baba Kedarnath was taken to Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath for winter worship. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami offered prayers at the shrine before the closure and thanked devotees for a successful Char Dham Yatra season.

19/09/2025

A sudden flood in the Asan River broke the wall of a fish farm in Dehradun’s Khushhalpur. A Locals rushed to loot fish, while the administration sent teams to assess the damage. The farm management and fishermen reported heavy losses.

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