4 October 2026: Development of railway station for Ardh Kumbh 2027, rampage by wild elephants - major news of the day

2.25 lakh voters decrease in 11 assembly seats of the district

After a special intensive revision of the voter list for the 11 assembly seats of Haridwar district, there has been a decrease of 2,25,390 voters. This decrease has occurred compared to 2024, resulting in changes in the number of voters on a seat-by-seat basis.

Bajrang Dal protests against spa centers, two fined

In Haridwar, Bajrang Dal activists protested against alleged immoral activities at spa centers, after which the police fined two spa centers. The activists have demanded an investigation from the administration.

Wild elephants wreak havoc at Neeleshwar Mahadev Temple, staff flee

A herd of wild elephants caused a commotion late at night at the Neeleshwar Mahadev Temple in Haridwar. The elephants entered the temple premises and chased the staff, leading to chaos. The forest department drove the elephants back into the jungle.

Property dispute at American Ashram, management accuses Baba Hathayogi and Swami Sanjay Mahant

Parmjeet Kaur, the manager of the American Ashram, has accused Baba Hathayogi and Swami Sanjay Mahant of usurping the ashram's property. This dispute is escalating, and the response from the other party is awaited.

Encounter of thief Arif who fired at police

Suspected tempo driver Arif attempted to run over police personnel and fired while hiding in a sugarcane field, to which the police responded. Arif has been admitted to the hospital in injured condition.

Fake cheese factory sealed in Roorkee, one accused arrested

The food safety department and police raided a factory producing fake cheese in Roorkee, sealing it and arresting one accused. Two quintals of prepared cheese and other materials were recovered from the factory.

Former head Padam Singh Saini and several BJP workers join Congress

At a public meeting held in Salem Pur Rajputana, former village head Padam Singh Saini along with several BJP workers have joined Congress. MLA Virendra Jat discussed the development of the area.

Fire at factory in Roorkee controlled, no loss of life

Firefighters managed to extinguish a fire that broke out in a factory at Ashok Industrial Estate in Roorkee in time, preventing any loss of life. The promptness of the firefighters stopped the fire from spreading.

Kiran Singh to go on hunger strike over unresolved issues in Subhash Nagar

Former minister Kiran Singh has announced a hunger strike starting Monday due to the unresolved basic issues in Subhash Nagar colony. She mentioned problems related to sewerage and high-tension electricity lines.