Uttarakhand

Joshimath: Committee formed for distribution of interim package amount affected families

A 19-member committee was formed for the distribution of interim package amount among affected families.

Jan 12, 2023, 08:17 AM IST

Ankita Bhandari murder case: Court approves polygraph, narco tests of expelled BJP leader's son Pulkit Arya

The case pertains to 19-year-old Ankita, whose body was recovered from the Chilla canal in Rishikesh on September 24.

Jan 12, 2023, 06:34 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: Can Joshimath still be saved? An Analysis

In today's DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan analysed the worsening situation of Joshimath lank sinking and the failure of government in saving the holy town.

Jan 12, 2023, 00:01 AM IST

'Rumours': CM Pushkar Singh Dhami denies demolition of houses with cracks in Joshimath

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami reached Joshimath to review the land subsidence situation. He appealed to the people not to pay attention to rumours of demolition of houses that have cracks.

Jan 11, 2023, 23:01 PM IST

Joshimath is sinking: 'Situation can worsen', cautions IIT expert after conducting an inspection survey

Joshimath sinking: The experts from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), National Institute of Disaster Management, Geological Survey of India, IIT Roorkee, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, National Institute of Hydrology and Central Building Research Institute have been tasked with assessing the situation and giving recommendations on preserving the holy town.

Jan 11, 2023, 17:11 PM IST

Land Sinking: After Joshimath, Karnprayag, cracks appear in Uttarakhand's Chamba town

The sinking holy town of Joshimath is facing land subsidence resulting in houses and establishments developing cracks. Panic has gripped the locals as cracks have appeared in 723 buildings forcing 131 families to leave their homes.

Jan 11, 2023, 16:19 PM IST

Joshimath crisis: No new cracks after January 7; two unsafe hotels to be razed, say authorities

Joshimath Crisis: The affected residents in the holy town are demanding `proper` rehabilitation and compensation. They have said that they will not vacate buildings until the government does not give them proper compensation and rehabilitation. In support of the affected people, a large number of villagers reached Joshimath and took out a procession.

Jan 11, 2023, 11:53 AM IST

Joshimath sinking: 'Prepared to sit out in the freezing cold', owner of damaged hotel and kin sit in protest

Joshimath crisis: Hotel Inn and Hotel Mount View, which have developed more cracks, will be dismantled in a few days, officials had said earlier, adding that all residents have been safely evacuated from the `unsafe zones`. According to sources, the hotel owners will meet the district magistrate in their push for compensation.

Jan 11, 2023, 10:43 AM IST

Joshimath crisis: The 1976 report that warned 'sinking' town has fragile geology

Joshimath crisis: The situation of land subsidence in Joshimath has been exacerbated by increased construction activities and hydroelectric projects.

Jan 11, 2023, 08:25 AM IST

DNA Exclusive: Analysis of Joshimath's grave situation after land subsidence

In today's DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan analysed the ground reality of people who turned homeless due to land subsidence in Joshimath.

Jan 11, 2023, 00:10 AM IST

Joshimath is sinking: Bulldozers reach the spot, hotel owner claims 'I did not receive any notice' as demolition process begins - WATCH

Joshimath sinking: In Joshimath, the process of demolishing the hotels which have big cracks or have been shaken from their places has started. Bulldozers have reached the spot.

Jan 10, 2023, 16:36 PM IST

Joshimath sinking: Hotel owners oppose 'abrupt' demolition move, insist on one-time settlement plan

The state government, on Monday, decided to mechanically demolish 'Mount View' and 'Malari Inn' hotels that developed huge cracks recently and were leaning towards each other, posing a risk to the nearby settlements.

Jan 10, 2023, 15:45 PM IST

Uttarakhand crisis: Cracks appear in houses in Karnprayag after land subsidence in Joshimath

Joshimath is sinking: Various minor landslides have taken place at Bahuguna Nagar of Karnprayag. The local municipality has requested Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's government for help. This comes amid the issue of land subsidence in Joshimath.

Jan 10, 2023, 13:00 PM IST

Joshimath land 'sinking': 4,000 people shifted to relief camps; demolition of damaged hotels and houses to begin shortly

Joshimath land sinking: The holy town of Joshimath has been divided into three zones, 'Danger', 'Buffer', and 'Completely Safe', based on the magnitude of danger from land subsidence or the sinking or settling of the ground surface.

Jan 10, 2023, 10:31 AM IST

Uniform Civil Code: Supreme Court dismisses plea against Uttarakhand's UCC committee; CM Dhami welcomes decision

Uniform Civil Code: The top court today noted that the plea filed by Anoop Baranwal and others is devoid of merit.

Jan 09, 2023, 20:15 PM IST

Joshimath declared 'disaster-prone' area as more houses in holy town of Uttarakhand develop cracks

Joshimath Land Sinking: The district administration on Monday said basic facilities at relief camps set up for the affected people were being constantly inspected. State’s CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has once again assured all possible help to people in Joshimath. According to the Chamoli District Disaster Management Authority, 603 buildings in Joshimath town have developed cracks so far.

Jan 09, 2023, 12:13 PM IST

Joshimath land sinking: Cracks observed on 603 buildings, 68 families temporarily relocated

Joshimath land sinking: According to the Chamoli District Disaster Management Authority, 603 buildings in Joshimath town have developed cracks so far. A total of 68 families have been `temporarily` displaced, officials said."Under the Disaster Management Act, 2005, Hotel Mount View and Malari Inn have been banned for operation and accommodation, until further orders," the Chamoli District Disaster Management Authority said in a statement.

Jan 09, 2023, 09:56 AM IST

Sinking Joshimath a grave reminder of environment being destroyed to extent irreversible: Experts

Joshimath Sinking Latest News: Cracks have appeared in hundreds of houses of Joshimath, the gateway to some renowned pilgrimage sites like Badrinath and Hemkund Sahib.

Jan 08, 2023, 19:47 PM IST

Uttarakhand: Joshimath officially declared 'SINKING' zone, over 60 families evacuated

Joshimath has been declared a landslide-subsidence zone. More than 60 families living in uninhabitable houses have been evacuated to temporary relief centres. CM Pushkar, who visited the affected areas in Joshimath on Saturday, held a meeting with officials here after returning and asked them to relax norms to expedite relief operations.

Jan 08, 2023, 18:43 PM IST