Chief Minister also stressed that the committee must work on minute details like studying the carrying capacity of the shrines and even nearby areas
Fear of electrocution initially stalled rescue op at Mansa Devi temple
A stampede near the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar resulted in eight fatalities and numerous injuries. Initial rescue efforts were hampered by a rumour of electric current running through the fallen pilgrims, causing hesitation among bystanders. Constable Sanjay Kapoor and local shopkeepers initiated rescues, overcoming the fear.
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The stampede that claimed eight lives at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday was caused by a rush of pilgrims along a stair route leading to the temple while the one that ended two lives at Avshaaneshwar Mahadev temple in Barabanki on Monday was triggered by the panic after a live power line breaking
CM Yogi announces Rs 2 Lakh aid for UP victims of Haridwar stampede
At least six people were killed and several others injured in the incident that occurred during a heavy rush of devotees. Four of the people killed in the incident are from Uttar Pradesh.
Two dead, 32 injured in temple stampede in UP's Barabanki
BARABANKI: Two people were killed and 32 injured in a stampede at a temple here after a live electric wire, broken by monkeys, fell onto a tin shed early on Monday, officials said. The incident occurred at the Avsaaneshwar temple in the Haidergarh area during the holy month of Shravan on Monday when devotees had gathered at the temple for 'jalabhishek' (offering water as a ritual). The electric current spread through the tin shed as the wire fell, triggering panic and a stampede in the temple premises. Prashant (22) from the Mubarakpura village under the Lonikatra police station area and another 30-year-old devotee succumbed to their injuries while undergoing treatment at the Trivediganj Community Health Centre (CHC), officials said. This comes a day after eight people were killed in a stampede that broke out during a rush of pilgrims along a stair route leading to the Mansa Devi temple on a hilltop in Haridwar. VIDEO | Barabanki: Stampede-like situation reported at Ausaneshwar temple during Jalabhisheka; several injured. District Magistrate Shashank Tripathi said, Devotees were offering prayers when a monkey jumped onto an electric wire, causing it to fall on a shed. This led to an pic.twitter.com/q8voVCj7uh Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 28, 2025 A total of 10 injured persons were brought to Trivediganj CHC, of whom five were referred to higher medical centres due to their critical condition. Meanwhile, 26 injured devotees are being treated at the Haidergarh CHC, and one of them has been referred for advanced care due to serious injuries. Following the incident, there was chaos in the temple and surrounding areas. District and police officials reached the spot and are working to manage the situation. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the incident. Barabanki District Magistrate Shashank Tripathi said that during the 'jalabhishek' ritual, monkeys had damaged an electric wire, which caused current to flow through three tin sheds in the temple complex. The resulting panic led to a stampede in which two people lost their lives and more than two dozens were injured, he added. Devotees later resumed their worship at the temple.
Haridwar: Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple Claims Eight Lives, Injures 30
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said a magisterial probe has been ordered into the circumstances leading to the stampede.
Two day free artificial limb camp culminates at Patanjali Yogpeeth
Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, July 27: The two day camp organized by Patanjali Wellness Centre at Patanjali Yogpeeth here to provide artificial limbs and assistive equipment to differently-abled individuals culminated today. About 250 differently-abled persons benefitted from the camp. The camp was inaugurated by Swami Ramdev who said that empowering every individual to become self-reliant is the real success. The camp was organized as a humanitarian and spiritual effort, he stated. A handout stated that this unique initiative is part of [] The post Two day free artificial limb camp culminates at Patanjali Yogpeeth appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
6 dead, 28 hurt at Mansa Devi temple stampede
HARIDWAR, July 27: A stampede broke out at Haridwars hilltop Mansa Devi temple where hundreds of devotees had gathered on Sunday, killing at least six people and leaving 28 injured, police said. Rumours of an electric current where the stairs to the temple begin triggered panic among people, leading to the stampede, Haridwars Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pramendra Singh Dobal told PTI Videos. CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO Thirty-four people were rushed to a hospital and six of them [] The post 6 dead, 28 hurt at Mansa Devi temple stampede appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
6 dead, 28 injured in stampede at Haridwars Mansa Devi temple; magisterial probe ordered
HARIDWAR, July 27: A stampede broke out at Haridwars hilltop Mansa Devi temple where hundreds of devotees had gathered on Sunday, killing at least six people and leaving 28 injured, police said. Rumours of an electric current where the stairs to the temple begin triggered panic among people, leading to the stampede, Haridwars Senior Superintendent []
6 dead in stampede at Haridwar temple
28 injured in tragedy; magisterial probe ordered Haridwar: A stampede broke out at Haridwars hilltop Mansa Devi temple where hundreds of devotees had gathered on Sunday, killing at least six people and leaving 28 injured, the police said. Rumours of an electric current where the stairs to the temple begin triggered panic among people, leading []
Haridwar stampede: Mansa Devi Temple reopens, extra police deployed
The Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar reopened on Sunday evening. This followed a stampede that resulted in fatalities and injuries. Authorities are reviewing crowd management and investigating the incident. Compensation has been announced for the victims' families and the injured. President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences. The focus remains on providing treatment to those injured in the unfortunate event.
Haridwar Stampede: False Electricity Leakage Alarm Kills 6; Ex-Gratia Announced, Probe Ordered
A stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar killed six and injured 28 after a rumour of an electric shock spread.
Haridwar temple stampede: Six dead, 28 injured; probe on
A tragic stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, resulted in the death of six people and injuries to 28 others. The incident, reportedly triggered by a rumour of a powerline snapping, occurred on a Sunday when thousands of devotees had gathered.
6 dead, 28 injured in stampede at Haridwar temple; magisterial probe ordered
Haridwar: A stampede broke out at Haridwars hilltop Mansa Devi temple where hundreds of devotees had gathered on Sunday, killing at least six people and leaving 28 injured, police said. Rumours of an electric current where the stairs to the temple begin triggered panic among people, leading to the stampede, Haridwars Senior Superintendent of Police [] The post 6 dead, 28 injured in stampede at Haridwar temple; magisterial probe ordered appeared first on Northlines .
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Haridwar Stampede: Route closure 30 mins earlier prevented bigger tragedy, says police official
A stampede occurred at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar. Six people died and 28 were injured. The incident happened on the staircase route to the hilltop temple. Authorities had closed the route shortly before the stampede. A rumour about an electric current leak triggered panic. An investigation has been ordered to determine the cause.
Haridwar stampede: Mansa Devi Temple Trust announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia for kin of victims
A tragic stampede occurred near Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar. The incident resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. Authorities announced compensation for the victims' families. The Uttarakhand government also declared ex gratia. Chief Minister Dhami ordered an inquiry and visited the injured. AIIMS Rishikesh is treating those critically injured. President Murmu expressed condolences.
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From Haridwar's Mansa Devi To Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh: A List Of Major Stampedes In India
A stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, caused by a false electric shock rumor, resulted in six deaths and several injuries. A magisterial inquiry was ordered.
Haridwar stampede: Four of six killed in Mansa Devi temple tragedy from Uttar Pradesh
Two have been identified as Aarush (12) of Bareilly and Vicky (18) from Rampur. Two others, whose age has not been confirmed yet, included Vakil of Barabanki and Shanti from Budaun
List of major stampede at temples, other religious gatherings in India
Deadly stampedes continue to plague India. A recent incident at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple killed six. Unfortunately, this is part of a recurring pattern. The article lists major stampedes over the last two decades. These tragedies occurred at temples, railway stations, and religious gatherings. Future events like an RCB parade and Pushpa 2 screening are also mentioned with stampede incidents.
Stampede at Haridwar temple failure of system: AAP
This is not just an accident, but a failure of the system, and accountability should be fixed, says AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal
Deeply pained by death of devotees in Haridwar stampede: President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her sorrow following a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, triggered by rumors of electric current, resulting in six fatalities and 35 injuries. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has initiated a magisterial inquiry into the incident that occurred around 9 am, as confirmed by the Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Singh Dobal.
Mansa Devi Stampede: Kejriwal terms the accident in Haridwar 'failure of system'
Arvind Kejriwal criticized the Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple stampede, which resulted in at least six deaths and numerous injuries, as a systemic failure demanding accountability. He expressed grief and called for fixing responsibility for the tragic incident, triggered by a rumour of electric current, while Manish Sisodia conveyed condolences and wished for the recovery of the injured devotees.
Peeche Jaao: Video Captures Chaotic Scenes After Stampede At Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
Six people died, while dozens were injured in a stampede that broke out at Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple over a umour on Sunday.
Haridwar Stampede: At Least 6 Crushed To Death At Mansa Devi Temple, Over 50 Injured; Videos Surface
CM has ordered an enquiry. A devastating stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, on July 27, left at least six people dead and 55 others injured, casting a shadow over the auspicious Hindu month of Sawan.
People Jumped Over Others, Ran Over Children: Haridwar Stampede Witness
The Mansa Devi temple, a popular pilgrimage site in the holy city of Haridwar in Uttarakhand, was witness to a deadly stampede this morning.
'Crowd Became Uncontrollable': Haridwar Mansa Devi Stampede Survivors Share Ordeal
Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple stampede killed six and got several injured. Uttarakhand CM Dhami expressed sadness and assured rescue efforts.
Six dead, several injured in stampede at Haridwar`s Mansa Devi temple
Uttarakhand Chief Minister said a magisterial probe has been ordered into the incident and strict action would be taken against those who spread the rumour
Haridwar Mansa Devi Temple News: A stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar resulted in eight fatalities and numerous injuries during the Shravan celebrations. The chaos reportedly began when a rumor spread about an electric current on the pathway, triggering panic among the thousands of gathered pilgrims.
Mansa Devi stampede: CM Dhami announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia, orders probe
Mansa Devi stampede: CM Dhami announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia, orders probe Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday announced Rs 2 lakh solatium to the next of kin of the deceased in the Mansa Devi stampede in Haridwar. CM Dhami also ordered a magisterial probe into the incident that claimed six [] The post Mansa Devi stampede: CM Dhami announces Rs 2 lakh ex gratia, orders probe appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Mansa Devi stampede
PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Mansa Devi stampede New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in the Mansa Devi stampede in Uttarakhands Haridwar that claimed six lives. PM Modi extended condolences to the bereaved families and wished for a speedy recovery of the [] The post PM Modi expresses grief over loss of lives in Mansa Devi stampede appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
'Panic After Rumours Of Electric Current': What Triggered Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple
Six people died, while several others were injured after stampede broke out at Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar.
Six people were dead in the stampede caused at Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar. Several people were left injured, causing a situation of panic. After investigation, the initial reports have revealed the reason that could have triggered the stampede at the temple.
Six Dead, Several Injured in Haridwar Temple Stampede
SRINAGAR: At least six people were killed and over 35 were injured during a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple, Haridwar, on Sunday. According to several media reports, the stampede was triggered when a high-voltage power line suddenly snapped and came down, causing sudden chaos and panic among devotees. Police arrived at the spot and [] The post Six Dead, Several Injured in Haridwar Temple Stampede appeared first on Kashmir Life .
What Led To Stampede At Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
Soon after the tragic incident, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed grief over the Mansa Devi stampede, saying it was extremely distressing news.
6 die, several injured in Mansadevi Temple Stampede in Haridwar (VIDEO)
Six devotees died in a stampede at the renowned Mansadevi Temple in Haridwar on Sunday.
6 dead, several injured in stampede at Haridwars Mansa Devi Temple
Haridwar, Jul 27: Six people died and at least two dozen were injured in a stampede at Haridwars Mansa Devi temple on Sunday, a police officer said. Haridwar Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Singh Dobal told news agency that 35 people had been rushed to a hospital, of whom six died. The officer said a [] The post 6 dead, several injured in stampede at Haridwars Mansa Devi Temple appeared first on Northlines .
Haridwars Mansa Devi temple stampede: 6 dead, several injured
The stampede incident took place around 9.30 am.
6 Dead, Several Injured In Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple In Haridwar
Haridwar, Jul 27: Six people died and at least two dozen were injured in a stampede at Haridwars Mansa Devi temple on Sunday, a police officer said. Haridwar Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Singh Dobal told PTI Videos that 35 people had been rushed to a hospital, of whom six died. The officer said a rumour of an electric current ahead of the spot where the steps to the temple begin sent the devotees panicking, leading to a stampede. According [] The post 6 Dead, Several Injured In Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple In Haridwar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Stampede At Haridwars Mansa Devi Temple, Casualties Feared
HARIDWAR, Jul 27: Several people were feared dead and injured after a stampede broke out at Haridwars Mansa Devi temple on Sunday morning. A rescue and relief operation has been launched and the injured are being taken to hospitals. The post Stampede At Haridwars Mansa Devi Temple, Casualties Feared appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Six Dead In Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple In Haridwar
Uttarakhand Government officials said the stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar occurred after a huge crowd gathered during a religious event, according to ANI report.
6 Dead In Stampede At Mansa Devi Temple In Haridwar, Several Injured
A stampede took place at Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar on Sunday, officials said. Six people died in the incident while several others were injured.
Stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi temple; six dead, several injured
At least six people were killed and several others injured after a stampede broke out on the staircase leading to the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday. A rescue and relief operation has been launched and the injured are being taken to hospitals. Visuals from the site showed the injured being rushed to the hospital in ambulances. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the deaths. I am leaving for the spot. A detailed report of the incident is awaited, the official told ANI . This is a developing story.
6 Killed in Stampede at Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the deaths.
At least six dead, several injured in stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar
SDRF, local police, and other rescue teams have reached the site and are engaged in relief and rescue operations, says Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami
Stampede at Haridwar Mansa Devi temple: A tragic incident occurred at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar. A massive crowd gathered at the temple premises. A stampede broke out, resulting in casualties. At least six people died in the crush. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the deaths. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
6 Dead, Many Injured In Stampede At Haridwar's Mansa Devi Temple
Six people have died in a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar. The stampede occurred on the staircase leading to the temple.
Haridwar stampede: Huge crowd at Mansa Devi temple turns into chaos; 6 dead
A tragic stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday resulted in the death of at least six people and injuries to several others. The incident occurred on the staircase leading to the temple, triggered by a massive influx of pilgrims during the month of Shravan. Rescue operations are underway, with authorities closely monitoring the situation.
Stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, 5 feared dead, several injured
Stampede at Mansa Devi temple in haridwar. As per reports, 5 feared dead, several injured.
Kanwariya dies after treatment in UP's Bijnor, fellow pilgrims accuse doctor
BIJNOR: A group of kanwariyas created a ruckus after one of their companions allegedly died after getting treated by a local doctor here, officials said on Friday. The incident occurred on Thursday in Roshanpur village around 7.30 am, when Rampal (40), who was part of a pilgrim group from Rani Ganj in Bareilly, began feeling unwell. He was rushed to the hospital and was allegedly treated by Dr Rishipal; however, his condition deteriorated and he died shortly after, ASP Vinay Singh said. After Rampal's death, the kanwariyas became agitated and demanded action against the doctor. The pilgrims were pacified later following police intervention. Based on a complaint by Rampal's brother, Satpal, a case was registered against the doctor and the body was sent for postmortem to ascertain the cause of death, the ASP mentioned. The group of kanwariyas has since resumed their journey to Haridwar to collect Ganga water, he added. Three kanwariyas held for assaulting CRPF jawan at Mirzapur railway station after ticket dispute
Ex National Kabaddi Captain Falls Into Ganga In Haridwar, Rescued
A former award-winning captain of the national kabaddi team fell into the Ganga River in Uttarakhand's Haridwar this morning. The incident led to a flurry of rescuers immediately launching a motor boat to rescue him.
Surge of Devotees at Haridwar on Final Day of Kanwar Yatra and Shravan Shivratri
The administration has established a camp in the area to offer essential facilities for Kanwariyas returning from Haridwar after completing their yatra.
50-yr-old flees to Haridwar to avoid cops, held at ashram
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From Ravana to present-day IITians: All carry Kanwar of hope, devotion and gratitude
LUCKNOW: The roads are inundated not only with the heavy rainwater or the swelling rivers, but also with the sea of saffron -- palpable with Kanwariyas taking the pious Ganga Jal rushing to their destination to offer it to their Isht (the presiding deity) Lord Shiva. Transcending through the ages, when Ravana, believed to be the first Kanwariya, or Parashumram (one of the incarnations of Lord Vishnu) or even Lord Ram himself, carried the sacred waters of the River Ganga in Kanwar to offer it to Lord Shiva to give him relief from the burning sensation of the poison he had consumed. It is believed that he stopped the poison in his throat that emerged from the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean by the Gods and Demons). Present day, IITians, engineers, or even NSG commandos are carrying the legacy of Kanwar Yatra forward. This year, over six crore devotees are expected to join the Kanwar Yatra. With the advent of the holy month of Shrawan, lakhs of devotees set out barefoot with Kanwars on their shoulders, heading toward Shiva temples with unwavering faith. Each Kanwariya carries Gangajal, and a personal story of devotion, hope, and gratitude, proceeding to their destination to offer it to their 'Isht' Lord Shiva on the day of Shrawan Shivaratri on July 23. Saket, 25, a pass out from IIT-Kanpur, is rushing towards barefoot to Barabanki carrying Kanwar on his shoulders to offer it to Lodheshwar Mahadev. Saket is now working at an MNC in Gurugram and has availed leave to join the Kanwar Yatra. I have been taking part in Kanwar Yatra for two years, said Saket, sharing that he is a Shiva devotee. He is carrying the Ganga Jal from Haridwar. Similarly, Ajay Kushwaha, a constable in the UP police, has rejoined the Kanwar Yatra this year after seven years. I got ill and had taken the vow to join the Kanwar Yatra after recovery, he said. In the crowd of Kanwariyas, an NSG commando was also seen carrying the Kanwar but he desisted from sharing his details. Some pray for healing, others for jobs, and some walk in fulfilment of past vows. An unflinching devotion to Lord Shiva fuels their faith. Sapna from Unnao had been battling with despair after her daughter was diagnosed with severe pneumonia. Doctors had said it was the last stage. In desperation, she vowed to Lord Shiva that if her daughter recovered, she would carry a Kanwar. She went to Haridwar with her ailing daughter, family members, and a walker to carry the child. Since the commencement of the Yatra, her daughter hasnt needed any medication. Its been five days. Shes smiling, eating, and not in pain. Mahadev has heard our prayers, said Sapna. Other Kanwariyas along the way have also stepped in to help care for the child. Shweta from Ghaziabad brought Gangajal from Haridwar alongside her 1.5-year-old daughter. After four years of marriage and repeated medical consultations, she remained childless. When all doors seemed closed, I prayed to Mahadev, she recalled. Soon after, she got pregnant. This yatra is indeed her way of fulfilling that promise. Now my daughter is healthy, and Im walking with her to thank Bhole Nath, she said. Sumit, 15, from Ghazipur, is on his second Kanwar yatra. He is carrying Gangajal from Kashi to Chitara. While he seeks divine help to pass his Class 12 exams, his larger hope is to spark a change in his village. Theres no educational culture in our village. No one studies. No one gets job. Im praying to Lord Shiva to bring that change, said Vineet. Similarly, Pradeep Maurya, 25, from Jaunpur, is walking 120 km with his Kanwar. Years ago, he frequently fainted without reason. Doctors couldn't help with the issue. After I joined Kanwar Yatra, things changed. Now I am healthy. This is my fourth consecutive Yatra, he shared. Babli, from the Bhopura border in Delhi, walks with her 8-year-old grandson. She hopes Lord Shiva will help her family repay Rs 7-8 lakh in debt incurred during her sons weddings. Her yatra began on July 13 in Haridwar. She would reach Delhi by July 22. Each step in the Kanwar Yatra is a step in faitha prayer, a vow, or a quiet hope carried across hundreds of miles towards Lord Shiva.
Delhi: Trio pose as CBI officers, loot lakhs in jewellery and cash, held
The suspects were apprehended following a week-long police operation that extended to Haridwar and Mussoorie, according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (North), Raja Banthia
Three pose as CBI officers to loot jewelery, cash worth lakhs from Delhi businessman
NEW DELHI: In a heist inspired by a Bollywood thriller, a woman, a shopkeeper, and an unemployed man posed as CBI officers and raided a businessman's house in north Delhi, making off with cash and jewellery worth lakhs of rupees. The three were held after a week-long operation that took Delhi Police teams to Haridwar and Mussoorie, Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Raja Banthia said. According to police, the 22-year-old woman is a distant relative of the victim and was aware of the cash and jewellery kept at his Wazirabad house. She roped in Keshav Prasad, 28, who runs a food supplement store in Haridwar, and Vivek Singh, 20, an unemployed student from Delhi's Johripur area, to hatch the plan. On the evening of July 10, the trio knocked on the door of the complainant's house. Dressed in white shirts and black trousers with masks covering their faces, they introduced themselves as CBI officials from the Okhla branch, said the DCP. They claimed to be acting on an FIR and said that they had a warrant to search the house. When the family asked to see the document, they trio rebuked them and demanded cooperation. They then broke open an almirah and claimed that they were seizing cash worth Rs 3 lakh along with gold and silver jewellery, police said. When the complainant asked for an acknowledgment for the seized items, the accused wrote a few lines and signed using fake names in a notebook belonging to the complainant's daughter, the DCP said. Realising something was amiss, the family called the police but by then, the imposters had vanished. Following the registration of a case, police launched a probe and scanned footage from 200 CCTV cameras in the area, which eventually led the investigators to a motorcycle parked outside the victim's house during the incident. The registration number of the bike was traced to Karawal Nagar and the owner was identified as Keshav Prasad, but he was not found at his residence, said the DCP. Technical surveillance of the accused's mobile phones revealed that they were constantly on the move, shifting locations between Haridwar and Mussoorie. After tracking them for days, our team finally managed to nab Keshav and the woman from Mussoorie on July 18. The third accused, Vivek, was arrested from Haridwar the same day, he said. During interrogation, the accused confessed to the heist. The woman revealed she had learnt about the valuables in the house during family visits and planned the aid to execute the robbery. She roped in Prasad, who in turn brought in Singh, his neighbour, to complete the team. As part of their disguise, they bought formal clothes and plotted every detail, including how to act like officers and how to convince the family during the fake search. After the robbery, the trio checked into hotels and changed locations frequently, even splurging some of the stolen money on travel and luxury. The police recovered Rs 1.75 lakh in cash, 29 pieces of gold and silver jewellery, the motorcycle used in the crime.
Haridwar seers protest building of Kedareshwar temple by Akhilesh Yadav in UP's Etawah
Prominent seers have voiced strong opposition to Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav's alleged construction of a Kedareshwar Dham in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, modeled after the Kedarnath shrine. Religious leaders condemn the act as a conspiracy against Sanatan Dharma, diminishing the significance of the ancient Himalayan temple. They suggest building a Shiva temple under a different name instead.
What is Kanwar Yatra, how did it begin? Lord Shiva gulped poison, then THIS happened...
During the Kanwar Yatra, the Shiva devotees take water from the holy Ganges River in Haridwar, Gaumukh and Gangotri in the state of Uttarakhand. They take water from Indore, Dewas and Shujalpur in Madhya Pradesh and Sultangunj and Pahleja Ghat in Bihar.
Kanwad yatris from Gurugram carry 800-1,000 kg Golden Shiva kanwad on wheels in Haridwar
Kanwad Yatris from Gurugram are undertaking a remarkable 250-kilometer journey, carrying a massive golden Shiva Kanwad weighing 800-1,000 kg and containing 40 litres of Gangajal. The intricately designed Kanwad, crafted in Sonipat, is drawing admiration as devotees showcase their devotion to Lord Shiva.
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Collecting Water From The Ganga
Large crowds gathered in Haridwar and Prayagraj on the first day of Shravan to take home water from the Ganga.
Uttarakhand CM Seeks 3,500 cr for Haridwar Mahakumbh
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday requested 3,500 crore from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to fund the Haridwar Mahakumbh in 2027.
Gangster associated with Mukhtar Ansari killed in encounter with UP police's Special Task Force
LUCKNOW: Shahrukh Pathan, who was a close accomplice of gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari and slain mafia don Sanjeev Jiva, was killed in a police encounter in Muzaffarnagar in western UP early on Monday. The cases he was involved in included the murder of a man in police custody, contract killings and threats to witnesses. Pathan, 34, was killed in an encounter with the Special Task Force (STF) of the UP police. He had been out on bail and was absconding in a fresh criminal case filed against him in Sambhal district. Additional Director General of Police Amitabh Yash said the gangster was rounded up by the Meerut unit of the STF in an injured condition following the encounter. He was taken to a hospital where doctors declared him dead on arrival. As per police sources, the encounter took place at 1.05 am on the stretch leading to the village of Bijopur on Chappar-Rohana Road in Muzaffarnagar. A number of cases of murder and extortion were registered against Pathan in Muzaffarnagar, Sambhal and Haridwar districts, the STF said. The STF recovered three pistols, a revolver, ammunition and a car without a number plate from his possession. According to Meerut STF ASP Brajesh Kumar, the police team traced the criminal after getting a tip-off about his presence in Muzaffarnagar. Police said Pathan fired around 10 rounds at them and was killed in retaliatory firing by the STF. It may be recalled that gangster Sanjeev Maheshwari alias Sanjeev Jiva, with whom Pathan was closely associated, was shot dead while going for a court hearing in Lucknow two years ago. Jivas gang was allegedly involved in around two dozen cases of murder, loot and extortion predominantly in western UP. According to police, Pathan was adopted by his paternal uncle Amir Azam, a resident of Fakkarsa Chowk. Azam runs a bicycle repair shop at the same location. Pathan started living with him since childhood and would often sit at the shop. It was during this time that he befriended a criminal Sobi of Khalapar, Muzaffarnagar. In 2015, Pathan along with Sobi murdered Asif Zayada in police custody at the Muzaffarnagar railway station. Zayada was being brought from Naini Jail to the Muzaffarnagar court for a hearing in a murder case. Following his arrest, Pathan came in contact with gangsters like Jiva and Mukhtar Ansari in jail and began working for Jiva. While returning from court proceedings in 2016, he escaped from police custody under Civil Lines Police Station, Muzaffarnagar. After absconding, Pathan gunned down blanket trader Amit Dixit alias Goldie in Nirmala Chhawni Colony, Haridwar district, on the instructions of Jiva in 2017. The original target was property dealer Subhash Saini of Kankhal but Dixit was killed due to mistaken identity. A murder case was registered against Pathan at Kotwali Nagar Police Station, Haridwar. In the same year, the UP DGP announced a reward of Rs 50,000 for his arrest as he had murdered Yasin, the father of Zayada, who was a key witness in the case. Pathan was eventually arrested in Uttarakhand and sent to jail. Along with Jiva, he was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Amit Dixit murder case. About six months ago, after being released on bail, he began threatening and attempting to kill witnesses in the murder cases. While being lodged at Haridwar's Roshanabad Jail, Pathan physically assaulted jail warder Nitin Sajwan, who had objected to his use of a mobile phone inside jail, added police sources.
Bihar's 'Tanishq robbery' mastermind, LJP leader's murder accused nabbed by Uttarakhand STF
DEHRADUN: The Uttarakhand Special Task Force (STF) has achieved a significant breakthrough by arresting a notorious gangster from Bihar. The criminal was a wanted suspect in a major jewellery heist worth Rs 3.70 crore and is also accused of murdering a Lok Janshakti Party leader. According to the STF, the accused, identified as Mohammad Rahul alias Shakib, was hiding under a fake identity in Kaliyar Sharif area of Roorkee, Haridwar. His arrest on Sunday marks the end of several months of his evasion. Senior Superintendent of Police Navneet Singh Bhullar of the STF provided detailed information about the arrest. He stated, Mohammad Rahul alias Shakib was a wanted suspect in a multi-crore jewellery robbery and is also accused of murdering a Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) leader in Bihar. SSP Bhullar elaborated on the Tanishq showroom robbery that took place on July 26 last year, in Purnia district, Bihar. Six criminals had robbed the Tanishq showroom located in Khajanchi Haat police station area at gunpoint, looting jewellery worth Rs 3.70 crore, he explained. He further detailed the subsequent actions, saying, Following the incident, one accused, Chunmun Jha , was killed in a police encounter, while four other accused are currently in jail. However, Mohammad Rahul alias Shakib, who was a key member of this robbery gang, had been absconding since the incident. SSP Bhullar informed that the Uttarakhand STF received precise intelligence from Bihar Police that Rahul was hiding in Kaliyar. Describing the operation, he said, Based on this information, the STF team acted swiftly. They successfully arrested the wanted accused from the Kaliyar police station area using manual policing and their informer network. This high-profile arrest is part of a special campaign being run by the Director General of Police of Uttarakhand, Deepam Seth, to apprehend long-absconding wanted criminals and gangsters across the state. This action by the STF reinforces the commitment to maintaining law and order in the state.
Kanwar Yatra Begins, Thousands Of Devotees Reach Haridwar To Fetch Water From Ganga
Dehradun, Jul 11: The Kanwar Yatra began on Friday amid tight security arrangements as thousands of Kanwariyas reached the holy city of Haridwar to collect Ganga water. Since morning, a sea of saffron was seen at various ghats of Haridwar, including Har Ki Pauri, where kanwariyas took bath and collected water. Every year, with the beginning of the month of Sawan, kanwariyas from different states fetch water from Ganga in Haridwar and perform jalabhishek at Shiva temples in their native [] The post Kanwar Yatra Begins, Thousands Of Devotees Reach Haridwar To Fetch Water From Ganga appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Solution for worlds conflicts to emerge from India: Ramdev
* Guru Purnima celebrated at Patanjali Yogpeeth Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, July 10: On the auspicious day of Guru Purnima, a programme was organised at Patanjali Yogpeeth to highlight the importance of mentor-disciple tradition. The programme was organised under the guidance and supervision of Patanjali Yogpeeth founder and president, Swami Ramdev and general secretary, Acharya Balkrishan and they both extended greetings of the day to each other. Speaking on the occasion, Swami Ramdev said that Guru Purnima is an occasion to [] The post Solution for worlds conflicts to emerge from India: Ramdev appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Authorities have started the preparations ahead of the Kanwar Yatra, which is scheduled to commence from July 11, where pilgrims and shiva devotees will travel to get Gangajal to Haridwar, in the month of Shravan.
Drunk driver rams speeding car into Kanwariyas, injures three pilgrims
In Modinagar, a drunk driver struck a group of Kanwariyas, injuring three pilgrims who were returning from Haridwar with holy Ganga water. Enraged by the incident, the pilgrims damaged the car and assaulted the driver, Rajiv Sharma. Police arrived, calmed the situation, arrested the driver, and seized the vehicle after a medical exam confirmed his intoxication.
Key operative of Bishnoi gang arrested in Punjab
CHANDIGARH: An alleged key operative of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been arrested, a top Punjab Police officer said on Tuesday. Himanshu Sood, a resident of Phagwara in the Kapurthala district, was allegedly acting on the directions of Dubai-based Namit Sharma, who is a close-aide of gangster Bishnoi, said Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav. Three pistols with seven cartridges have allegedly been recovered from his possession, he said. Recently, Himanshu Sood along with his other gang members fired gunshots at a hotelier in #Haridwar on the directions of Namit Sharma and was further tasked to eliminate other 2 targets in #MadhyaPradesh and #Kapurthala respectively, said Yadav in a post on X. Backed by human intelligence and technical inputs, the team successfully dismantled this targeted killing module, averting a serious threat to public safety, he further said. His arrest marks another significant step in the ongoing crackdown on gangster networks with international linkages, said the DGP. Recovery: 2 pistols (one .30 bore PX3 Pistol with 04 live cartridges and one .32 Pistol with 3 live cartridges), said Yadav. An FIR has been registered at the State Special Operation Cell police station in Amritsar. Further investigation is underway to identify other associates and establish forward and backward linkages, said police.
UP Man Slits Girlfriend's Throat Over Suspicion Of Affairs: Cops
A man allegedly killed a woman he was in a relationship with by slitting her throat with a knife in Haridwar on Monday, police said.
On the occasion of completing four successful years as the Chief Servant of the state, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami performed a traditional worship of Mother Ganga at Brahmakund, Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, praying for the prosperity, peace, and ...
Who are you to ask for Aadhaar?: Uttarakhand police stop Hindutva leader
Hindutva Muzaffarnagar leader Swami Yashveer Maharaj and his supporters were stopped by Uttarakhand Police from entering Haridwar at the Narsan checkpost on the UP-Uttarakhand border, on Friday, July 4. The incident occurred during his Pehchaan Abhiyaan movement, a campaign aimed at identifying Muslim eatery owners through Aadhaar card verification along the Kanwar yatra route. Tum Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
He added that a campaign to prevent food adulteration will be launched across Dehradun, Haridwar, Tehri, Pauri, and Uttarkashi districts during the pilgrimage season.
Uttarakhand man battles for life after mob targets his faith
A 22-year-old Muslim fell victim to a horrendous mob assault near the gates of a university in Uttarakhands Haridwar after revealing his religion. The incident occurred on June 26 near Gurukul Kangri University. Mueeb, a native of Jwalapur district, was attacked with sticks by a group of 8-10 people, solely because he is a Muslim. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Three killed, six missing after cloudburst hits Uttarakhand
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand is grappling with the aftermath of a devastating cloudburst that struck the Baligarh area on the Barkot-Yamunotri road early Sunday, sweeping away at least 20 labourers from an under-construction hotel site, killing at least three of them. The rescue teams have so far managed to save 11 of the labourers, and the other six are still missing . The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) recovered one body from the debris, and the police retrieved two bodies at a distance of 18 kilometres. The natural calamity has not only caused significant human loss but also severely impacted critical infrastructure. A crucial 10-meter stretch of the Yamunotri Highway has been completely washed away, effectively cutting off connectivity to the site of pilgrimage here. In response to the escalating crisis, the state government has taken the unprecedented step of suspending the Char Dham Yatra for the next 24 hours. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the decision, adding, As a precautionary measure, I have given instructions to the police and administration officials to stop the pilgrims in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Sonprayag, and Vikasnagar. The mountainous districts of Uttarakhand have been experiencing relentless, heavy rainfall since Saturday night, leading to an alarming rise in the water levels of major rivers. The Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers, which pass through the Badrinath and Kedarnath regions, are now flowing above the danger mark. SDRF Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi stated, Police in both districts are appealing to people living on riverbanks to move to safer locations. SDRF units are continuously monitoring potential high-risk areas and have urged pilgrims and others to refrain from approaching the riverbanks. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has taken immediate cognisance of the incident, expressing concern via a tweet about the missing labourers. Vinod Kumar Suman, Secretary of Disaster Management, shed light on the arduous rescue efforts, explaining, Police and Army personnel from nearby areas have initiated rescue operations. State and national disaster response teams have been deployed. Currently, 15 personnel are actively engaged, with approximately 45 more on the way. Due to the challenging terrain, heavy machinery cannot reach the site, and teams are conducting rescues manually. The labourers are either trapped in debris, stuck on rocks, or have been swept away into the river. Efforts to locate them are ongoing, he said.
Eatery shops to display names on Kanwar Yatra routes: BJP MP
Haridwar: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Sakshi Maharaj on Sunday demanded that hotel, dhaba and eatery owners on the Kanwar Yatra routes should display their names and identities on boards outside their business establishments. The owners, who hide their identities under fake names, on the Kanwar Yatra routes should not be spared, he told reporters Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours due to..., pilgrims stranded in Haridwar, check details here
The suspension followed a cloudburst that hit Silai Band on the Barkot-Yamunotri road in Uttarkashi district, leaving as many as nine workers missing at an under-construction hotel site.
Char Dham Yatra suspended for 24 hours amid heavy rain alert in Uttarakhand
I have given instructions to the police and administration officials to stop the pilgrims in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Sonprayag and Vikasnagar, Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said
Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra Suspended For 24 Hours Amid Heavy Rain Alert
Dehradun, Jun 29: The Char Dham Yatra has been suspended for the next 24 hours following a heavy rain alert, officials said on Sunday. Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said that the pilgrimage had been halted temporarily as a precautionary measure. I have given instructions to the police and administration officials to stop the pilgrims in Haridwar, Rishikesh, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Sonprayag and Vikasnagar, Pandey told. The suspension followed a cloudburst that hit Silai Band on the Barkot-Yamunotri road in [] The post Uttarakhand: Char Dham Yatra Suspended For 24 Hours Amid Heavy Rain Alert appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Kanwar Yatra From July 11: No Baseball Bats, Hockey Sticks, Iron Rods, DJs With Loud Music
Authorities expect over five crore devotees from Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh will travel to Haridwar and Rishikesh to collect Ganga Jal
Blame Game Erupts Over Cancelled Mansa Devi Ropeway Tender In Haridwar
Haridwar ropeway tender has drawn criticism from civic leaders and the temple trust after the Uttarakhand High Court flagged safety lapses
Patanjali inks MoUs with three prominent universities
Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, June 25: Patanjali University here today along with Patanjali Research Centre have inked Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with three prominent universities for cooperation in education, medical care, Yoga, Ayurveda, skill development, Indian knowledge culture etc. On this occasion Prof. Inder Prasad Tripathi, Vice Chancellor (VC) of Raja Shankar Shah University, Chhindwara, MP; Dr. Sanajay Tiwari, VC Hemchand Yadav University, Durg Chhattisgarh and Prof. Bharat Mishra, VC Mahatma Gandhi Chitrakoot Gramodyog University Chitrakoot MP were present. All the [] The post Patanjali inks MoUs with three prominent universities appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sticks, Spatulas Fly As Shopkeepers, Tourists Beat Each Other Bloody In Haridwar
The holy city of Haridwar witnessed ugly scenes on Friday when a group of tourists and some shopkeepers got into a fight, using sticks and even a spatula, and left people on both sides bloody.
Neurogrit Gold improves memory loss, increases lifespan: Patanjali research
Excelsior Correspondent HARIDWAR, June 19: Novel research conducted by Patanjalis scientists on C. Elegans confirms that the Ayurvedic formulation Neurogrit Gold not only helps improve memory loss caused by Parkinsons disease, but it also increases the lifespan without hampering the growth. This exemplary study has been published in world-renowned Wileys publication journal, CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics. On this occasion, Acharya Balkrishna stated that in Parkinsons disease, not only does a person suffers mentally but their social interactions also shrink significantly. [] The post Neurogrit Gold improves memory loss, increases lifespan: Patanjali research appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
