How the future could resemble the past
- Health
- January 15, 2015
In response to heightened border tensions, the Uttarakhand government has placed all hospitals on high alert. As a precaution, leaves for doctors and medical staff have been cancelled across the state. Following instructions from the Union Health Ministry, Health Secretary R. Rajesh Kumar has directed hospitals to prepare 12,000 beds, while ensuring ICUs and ventilators
READ MOREUttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a five-fold hike in the ex gratia compensation for the families of martyred soldiers from the state. The amount has been raised from ₹10 lakh to ₹50 lakh, effective retrospectively from July 26, 2024. Massive Increase in Compensation for Martyrs’ Kin This major decision by the Dhami
READ MOREThe Uttarakhand government is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Iceland to explore the potential for geothermal power generation in the state. This initiative aligns with the goals of Uttarakhand Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd (UJVNL), the state’s hydro-power generation body, which aims to double its power production capacity from the current 1,440
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