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The tribal population of Uttarakhand is concentrated in the remote and forest areas of Tarai and Bhabar and high reaches of Pithoragarh, Chamoli, Uttarkashi districts and Jaunsar-Bhabar area of Dehradun district. Some are of Mongoloid origin and have a nomadic or semi- nomadic way of life. However, now – a – days, most of these … Read more Uttarakhand :Schedule Tribes
Uttarakhand CM tweets in Garhwali, asks people to use local dialects in conversation, social media. To promote Garhwali and Kumaoni languages at the state and national level, the Uttarakhand government is making efforts to get them included in the 8th schedule of the Constitution, which gives it official recognition. Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat has appealed to … Read more 28.07.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Uttarakhand to get 179 weather stations in next 4 months For accurate weather predictions, the Himalayan state would get 179 weather stations in the next four months. Besides, three locations – Mussoorie, Mukteshwar and Pithorgarh – have been finalized for the installation ion of Doppler radar. The Met authorities told the chief … Read more 12.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
INTERNATIONAL February 21 – International Mother Language Day The International Mother Language Day (IMLD) was observed across the world on 21 February to promote awareness of linguistic, multilingualism and cultural diversity. This year it is the 17th anniversary of IMLD. The observance of this day signifies importance of mother language as … Read more 22.03.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND CM wants better trade, other ties with Nepal While inaugurating the Indo- Nepal Trade Fair and Tourism Festival being organised by Nepal-based Kanchanpur Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Parade Ground. CM Trivendra Singh Rawat stressed on better trade and other ties with the neighbour Nepal. “We are happy that … Read more 01.02.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Uttarakhand first to use ultrasound on wild animals For the first time in the country, ultrasound will be performed on wild animals to detect pregnancy before administering reproduction control method on them. The Uttarakhand government granted certification to the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) as part of its sterilization project to address man-animal conflict. At … Read more 19.01.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Govt will promote sports at any cost: cm Chief minister Trivendra Singh Rawat laid emphasis on focusing some sports and promoting them to help the youngsters from the State perform well when it comes to participating in the national and international sports events. He said this after he inaugurated the All India … Read more 13.02.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND State govt initiates slew of schemes for welfare of ex-servicemen, says rawat The State Government has undertaken a slew of schemes for the welfare of the ex-servicemen and efforts are being made to connect them with tourism, Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat said while addressing the veterans of the armed forces at … Read more 12.06.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Rise in mercury spells warning bells for forest fires in Uttarakhand The hill state is likely to witness above-normal temperatures in the coming five to six days, raising concerns of increased forest fires in the region. The state forest department is already battling intermittent infernos at a time when its beat watchers … Read more 28.03.18 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs
UTTARAKHAND Pancheshwar Dam oustees flay Himalayan Day celebration A group of people of different villages which are slated to be submerged in Pithoragarh district for Pancheshwar dam of 5040 megawatt Indo-Nepal project condemned the duplicity of the government in celebrating Himalayan Day on Saturday one hand, and building this massive dam against the wishes of … Read more 09 & 10.09.17 Uttarakhand (UKPCS) Current Affairs