Bend it like Raksha
The 13-year-old is the only girl from Uttarakhand to be part of the national football team in her age group
Dehradun, October 27
When football lovers here see Raksha in action, they can’t help remarking “Bend it like Raksha” and that’s no exaggeration, going by her exploits on the field at the age of 13.
Special occasion at Raphael
 Dehradun, October 27
For the destitutes at Raphael, Ryder Cheshire International Centre,
Dehradun, its time for Diwali celebrations.
The Mohini-road situated centre was abuzz with activity today and festive spirit had overcome one and all.
Preparations for Diwali in full swing at the Raphael, Ryder Cheshire International
Centre, in Dehradun on Monday. Tribune photo: Anil P. Rawat
Air & sound levels to be checked
 Dehradun, October 27
Even as Doonites prepare for Divali celebrations, Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board officials have started monitoring air and noise pollution levels in the capital city. The three-day round-the-clock monitoring has begun at the board’s three ambient air quality monitoring stations at Raipur road, Clock Tower and Nehru colony.
The air quality monitoring meter at the clock tower will keep
a tab on pollution levels. Tribune photo: Vinod Pundir
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Is it the economic downturn? Maybe. But, compared to last week, more shoppers are now out in the market places of
Dehradun. After all, Diwali is a celebration of triumph of good over evil. So whatever the odds, the spirit to celebrate has to show up. And it has, albeit belatedly.