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PM to Tour Harsil and Mukhwa on March 6 to Boost Winter Tourism

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11 months ago

March 5, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the charming village of Harsil in Uttarakhand on March 6. During this visit, he will offer prayers at the Mukhwa temple, the alternative worship site for Goddess Gangotri, and address a public gathering in Harsil—a village celebrated for its pristine beauty and apple orchards.

Harsil is not only known for its natural charm; it has also gained cinematic fame as the filming location for the beloved Bollywood classic, *Ram Teri Ganga Maili*, directed by the legendary Raj Kapoor.

According to officials from the Chief Minister’s Office, the purpose of Modi’s visit is to promote winter tourism in Uttarakhand. His original plan to visit Harsil and Mukhwa on February 27 was delayed due to adverse weather conditions.

During his day-long visit, the Prime Minister will conduct a special puja at Mukhwa and interact with a select group of locals. He will then travel to Harsil, located just 5–7 kilometers away along the scenic Bhagirathi River, to address the public.

Officials anticipate that, despite being scheduled toward the end of the winter season, the visit will significantly boost religious and winter tourism in the region. In addition to his prayers at Mukhwa, Modi will have the opportunity to admire the Himalayan landscape from the alternative seat of Gangotri. He will also visit an exhibition highlighting Uttarakhand’s winter tourism offerings and inaugurate a trekking and biking rally.

Recently, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched a “Winter Tour” initiative following discussions with the Prime Minister and Union Cabinet Ministers. As part of this campaign, Dhami had invited Modi to visit Mukhwa in February. The visit, now rescheduled for March 6, is expected to propel the Winter Tour campaign further.

Since assuming office in 2014, Modi has fostered a deep connection with Uttarakhand’s rich spiritual and natural heritage. He played a crucial role in the redevelopment of Kedarnath and Badrinath after the devastating 2013 disaster and has been actively working to establish Uttarakhand as a premier destination for both religious and adventure tourism. His previous visits to significant spiritual sites, including Kedarnath, Badrinath, Jageshwar, and Adi Kailash, highlight this commitment. Most recently, on January 28, he visited Uttarakhand to inaugurate the 38th National Games, reaffirming his dedication to enhancing the state’s tourism on a global scale.

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Three Burned Alive as Car Falls from Bridge in Gujarat’s Rajkot

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2 weeks ago

January 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Gujarat: A tragic accident claimed the lives of three people in Gujarat’s Rajkot district on Monday.A car fell from a bridge and caught fire, killing all occupants on the spot.

The incident occurred on the Gondal–Atkot highway.The car was travelling from Chhota Udepur towards Gondal.

According to reports, the vehicle hit the bridge’s safety barrier.After the collision, the car fell nearly eight feet into a small stream below the bridge.

Soon after the fall, the car caught fire.The occupants were trapped inside the vehicle and were unable to escape.All three were burned alive and died at the scene.

Police and fire personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information.The fire was later brought under control.The bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.

The exact cause of the accident is under investigation. Further details are awaited.

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Girl Records Reels Inside Jail, Video Sparks Debate

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2 weeks ago

January 30, 2026

Namma Kudla

Bhopal: A young woman has come under public attention after recording reels inside a jail while meeting her boyfriend.

The incident happened at Raipur Central Jail in Chhattisgarh, which is known for high security. Mobile phones are strictly not allowed inside the jail. Despite this rule, the woman carried her phone into the visitor room.

She recorded videos while talking to her boyfriend during the meeting. In the video, she speaks emotionally about visiting him on his birthday. She says she feels sad because she cannot stay with him on his special day.

After the meeting, she uploaded the video on her social media account. The video quickly went viral on different platforms. The inmate seen in the video is identified as Tarakeshwar.

He is currently lodged in Raipur Central Jail. He is an accused in a case under the NDPS Act. The incident has raised serious questions about jail security.

People on social media are criticising jail staff and officials. Many users are asking how a mobile phone was allowed inside the jail.

They are also questioning the checking process at the jail entrance. So far, jail authorities have not given any official reaction.

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MBBS Student Alleges She Was Drugged, Raped by Friend in Delhi Hotel

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4 months ago

October 6, 2025

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New Delhi: An 18-year-old MBBS student has accused a 20-year-old male friend of drugging and sexually assaulting her at a hotel in Delhi’s Adarsh Nagar area. The alleged incident took place on September 9, police officials said.

According to the complaint, the accused, who is also a medical student, invited the woman to “Hotel Apple” on the pretext of spending time together. Once there, he allegedly gave her a drink laced with drugs and then raped her.

The survivor told police that the accused recorded obscene videos and took pictures during the assault. He later threatened to make the content viral if she reported the incident.

The woman, a native of Jind in Haryana, is currently staying at the hostel of Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College in Rohini, Delhi.

Based on her complaint, police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. A search is underway to locate and arrest the accused, officials added.

In a separate case earlier this month, a school manager in Uttar Pradesh was arrested for allegedly raping a Class 8 student. In February, a tuition teacher in Delhi’s CR Park area was accused of repeatedly raping a 15-year-old student over three years and threatening her with blackmail.