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Bull takes scooter for an unexpected joyride in Rishikesh. Video
A stray bull in Rishikesh went viral after CCTV captured it taking a scooter for a spin.
Published on May 03, 2025 02:21 PM IST
Will demolish wrongly sanctioned construction project in Rishikesh: State to HC
The case involves a building plan approved on December 21, 2024, in Awas Vikas Colony in Rishikesh. The approved project was presented as a single-dwelling floor plan.
Published on Apr 17, 2025 10:29 AM IST
Top 6 destinations to explore this summer: A travel expert’s guide
Summer is the perfect time to explore the vast and diverse landscapes of India and these top 6 destinations provide something for every type of traveller.
Updated on Apr 12, 2025 04:46 PM IST
Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi
Haridwar: Two killed after fire breaks out in chemical factory
According to eyewitnesses, the flames were initially spotted in one section of the factory and quickly escalated into a major blaze
Published on Apr 07, 2025 04:33 PM IST
Picture of empty liquor bottles in Rishikesh sparks tourism debate
A photo of empty liquor bottles in Rishikesh has sparked a debate on the impact of unchecked tourism.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 02:25 PM IST
From Braj ki Holi, to Varanasi’s Masan Holi and Rishikesh’s Holi by the Ganga
Given the cultural diversity of India, the festival of colours in celebrated in unique ways in different parts of the country. Here’s a dekko
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 01:03 PM IST
U'khand: 4 underpasses to be constructed from Rishikesh to Jheelwala for safe animal movement
U'khand: 4 underpasses to be constructed from Rishikesh to Jheelwala for safe animal movement
Published on Mar 10, 2025 06:29 PM IST
PTI |
Three held for assaulting Sikh men, vandalising showroom in Rishikesh
Uttarakhand Police on Monday arrested three men for allegedly vandalising a bike showroom, assaulting Sikh men and forcibly removing their turbans in Rishikesh on Sunday, as Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) asked chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and state police chief Deepam Seth to take action against culprits
Published on Mar 04, 2025 09:54 AM IST
SGPC, Akal Takht condemn attack on Sikh businessman, brother in Rishikesh
Bathinda MP Harsimrat Kaur Badal termed the incident disturbing, while Congress MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa also condemned the incident.
Updated on Mar 03, 2025 03:04 PM IST
Press Trust of India
5 adrenaline-pumping water sports you must indulge in for your next trip!
Check out some adrenaline-pumping water sports to indulge in for your next trip and participate in HT@100 My Country, My Lens photo contest
Published on Feb 19, 2025 06:17 PM IST
Wheelchair-bound man conquers India’s highest bungee jump at 117 metres. Watch
A wheelchair-bound man conquered India’s highest bungee jump at 117m in Rishikesh, inspiring many with his courage and defiance of limits.
Published on Dec 08, 2024 07:54 AM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Sakshi Dhoni, MS Dhoni lead traditional Pahadi dance in Rishikesh. Viral video
MS Dhoni delighted fans with a rare Pahadi dance with wife Sakshi in Rishikesh, showcasing a joyful, playful side that went viral on social media.
Published on Dec 03, 2024 02:50 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Former Uttarakhand Kranti Dal chief among 3 killed in Dehradun road accident
Trivendra Singh Panwar was hit when he was getting into his car outside the Forest View Hotel on Dehradun Road after attending a function
Published on Nov 25, 2024 05:20 PM IST
Snake scare: People panic as massive reptile invades Rishikesh railway station
A massive snake slithered onto the platform at Rishikesh's Yognagari railway station, causing panic as passengers fled, leaving their belongings behind.
Published on Sep 21, 2024 12:13 PM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Uttarakhand: 12 dead as tempo traveller with 26 falls into gorge in Rudraprayag
Accident on Rishikesh-Badrinath highway in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag: An SDRF officer said the death toll is likely to go up.
Updated on Jun 15, 2024 04:06 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Aniruddha Dhar
Woman’s body parts found on trains, 1,000 km apart in Rishikesh and Indore; probe on
The Dehradun GRP dialled their counterparts in Indore, only to discover that the latter had recovered dismembered body parts of a woman from a passenger train at the Indore railway station late on Saturday around 11pm
Updated on Jun 11, 2024 05:06 PM IST
65-yr-old dies, U’khand forest fire toll touches five
The deceased woman was identified as Savitri Devi of Thapli village in Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, who died on Sunday
Updated on May 07, 2024 07:26 AM IST
Amit BathlaJayashree Nandi, Dehradun/delhi
Uttarakhand forest fires: Death toll rises to 5, highest since 2019
Uttarakhand has reported 5,702 forest fire alerts since April 29, most for any state in India
Updated on May 06, 2024 06:44 PM IST
Chardham Yatra 2024: Offline registrations to start from May 8. Check details
The Chardham Yatra 2024 is set to start from May 10 on the occasion of Akshaya Tritiya.
Published on May 04, 2024 09:02 PM IST
Adarsh Kumar Gupta
Corbett's newest attraction: Kota tourist zone welcomes wildlife enthusiasts
New tourist zone unveiled in Corbett's Ram Nagar Forest Division, draws visitors with tigers, elephants and local wildlife sightings
Updated on May 02, 2024 03:29 PM IST
PTI | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Rishikesh
Greater Noida West resident among 2 dead in Rishikesh
A rescue team, led by SDRF inspector, and comprising specialist divers has been given the task of tracing the two tourists
Updated on Apr 29, 2024 06:36 AM IST
2 tourists washed away in Ganga in Rishikesh, SDRF launches search
A group of 8 youths had arrived at Mast Ram Baba Ganga ghat in Lakshman Jhula to spend their weekend but two of them were washed away in the flow of the Ganga.
Updated on Apr 28, 2024 07:09 PM IST
Hanuman Jayanti 2024: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory | Avoid these routes
The vehicles found parked on these roads will be towed away and prosecuted as per law, the Delhi Police advisory said.
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 09:34 AM IST
Modi in Rishikesh: PM repeats ‘ghar mein ghus kar…’ statement over terrorism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 11 asserted that there is a strong government at the Centre and under the “strong Modi government”.
Updated on Apr 11, 2024 01:55 PM IST
Wheelchair-bound man bungee jumps in Rishikesh. His video is now viral
After the man's video was shared, it quickly went viral and garnered rave reviews. Watch the video here.
Published on Mar 29, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Vrinda Jain
Over 700 yoga exponents take part in global fest in Uttarakhand
More than 700 yoga exponents and practitioners from across the country and abroad participated in the week-long annual International Yoga Festival in Uttarakhand’s Rishikesh that concluded on Thursday.
Updated on Mar 22, 2024 07:34 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Haridwar
International Yoga Festival 2024 to be held in Rishikesh from March 15-21
Mark your calendars as the International Yoga Festival 2024 is set to take place on the serene banks of the holy Ganges in Rishikesh from March 15 to 21.
Published on Mar 11, 2024 12:35 PM IST
HT News Desk, New Delhi
Himachal MLAs, including six Congress rebels, camp in BJP-ruled Uttarakhand
Disqualified Congress MLAs say they decided to leave Chandigarh, where they had been staying since February 27, after their families were being pressurised; reiterate demand for CM Sukhu’s ouster
Updated on Mar 09, 2024 02:46 PM IST
“Women don’t need to be empowered, they embody power” Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati
Saraswati came to India as a young backpacker. Little did she know she would spend the rest of her life here, transforming the lives of million.
Published on Mar 09, 2024 11:07 AM IST
Green corridor created for smooth passage of rescued U.P. workers
The Tempo Traveller, carrying eight workers and eight family members, departed from Rishikesh at 3:30 pm on Thursday.
Updated on Dec 02, 2023 09:44 AM IST
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