Rishikesh

Ganga Rises Above Warning Level in Rishikesh as Heavy Rain Continues in Hills

Ganga Rises Above Warning Level in Rishikesh as Heavy Rain Continues in Hills

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand: Continuous rainfall in the hill areas has led to a rise in the water level of the Ganga in Rishikesh, with the river now flowing around 5 centimetres above the warning mark. Authorities have stepped up vigilance along the riverfront as the increased water level poses a potential risk to people visiting the ghats. The Rishikesh Jal Police is conducting regular announcements at various ghats, advising devotees, tourists and other visitors to stay away from the river and remain cautious. Officials are urging people not to venture into the water or approach the riverbank unnecessarily, particularly as water…
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Sikh Businessmen Attacked in Rishikesh, SGPC Demands Urgent Action

Sikh Businessmen Attacked in Rishikesh, SGPC Demands Urgent Action

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand (National Times): In a disturbing case of mob violence, a Sikh-owned motorcycle showroom in Rishikesh was attacked over a minor parking dispute. The Rajeet Royal Enfield Agency, run by two Sikh brothers, was vandalized as an angry mob pelted stones and physically assaulted the owners. Shockingly, during the attack, one of the victims had his turban forcibly removed, an act seen as a grave insult to Sikh religious beliefs. Eyewitnesses report that the police remained passive observers, failing to intervene while the mob ransacked the shop and threatened the owners. This incident has sparked outrage within the Sikh…
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