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Himachal Pradesh is once again entering a significant democratic phase with the forthcoming elections to panchayati raj institutions scheduled to be held in three phases on May 26, 28 and 30. The elections will be held for 31,182 seats in...

The recently signed India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) has triggered concern across India’s apple-growing regions, with Himachal emerging at the centre of the debate. Though projected as a calibrated trade liberalisation measure, the agreement is being viewed by growers...

The reconstitution of the Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) after an inordinate delay of over 18 months is not a routine organisational exercise; it is a carefully calibrated political reset driven by the realities of the Assembly elections due next...

In recent years, Himachal has witnessed a dramatic shift in weather patterns, affecting the relationship between ecological systems and sustainable development of temperate fruit cultivation. Erratic, unseasonal and scanty precipitation, along with heavy hailstorms during the growing season and below-average...

The proposed transition of government schools in Himachal Pradesh towards the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) under the regime of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu places the state at a critical pedagogical crossroads. This shift is not only a...

Preserving oral traditions is not an exercise in nostalgia; it is an investment in food security, climate resilience and sustainable living

HILL VIEW: AICC intervention has paused the turmoil, but deep-rooted rivalries now threaten authority, governance and party unity in state

Dry post-monsoon seasons worry Himachal fruit farmers due to chill-hour needs for deciduous trees. Chilling hours, accumulated between 0°C and 10°C, are crucial for proper fruit development, varying by variety. Insufficient chilling causes problems. Drought mitigation strategies include delayed planting, mulching, and irrigation.

Himachal Pradesh faces an economic crisis due to tourism collapse, impacting MSMEs. The state's shift from public investment to corporate dominance threatens local enterprises. Relief for tourism stakeholders is crucial to preserve distributed development and prevent concentrated capital from harming community returns.

Himachal Pradesh faces slow disaster relief from the central government, despite significant losses from 2023 and 2025 floods. The state hasn't received the promised Rs 1,500-crore relief package. Delayed aid and stringent procedural requirements exacerbate the situation, leaving citizens struggling. The article advocates for time-bound relief, structural reforms, and cooperation to address climate change impacts.

A CSIR-IHBT team explored Tripura for the Aroma Mission Phase-III, aiming to implement it through collaborations. They assessed the suitability of aromatic crops like citronella and basil for Tripura, targeting improved farmer income, crop diversification, and sustainable supply chains.

Pathania apprises them of history of Vidhan Sabha building built in 1925

Continue to weave bamboo “patawadis”, other handmade utensils without the help of younger generation

HILL VIEW: The practice strengthens apple trees, boosts sunlight & airflow, reduces pests & ensures consistently superior fruit production

Painters, patrons of region chose themes taken from demanding Sanskrit mahakavyas, epics, grand Puranas and subtle theories of music

HILL VIEW: Transforming Dharamsala into a Smart City requires traffic management, civic infrastructure issues

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Budget for Punjab increased from Rs 225 cr in 2009 to Rs 5,421 cr in 2025-26: Bittu

World Mental Health Day: A reminder for Himachal that rebuilding minds matters as much as rebuilding roads

Post-harvest care and scientific nutrient management hold key to higher yields, healthier trees and premium-quality apples in state orchards

HILL VIEW: As politics turns performative, his life reminds us that leadership once meant listening, not shouting

Hill View: From cloudbursts to construction blunders, the stability of Himachal’s hill town hangs by a thread

HILL VIEW: Town lies in Seismic Zone V | Multiple geological thrusts slice through this fragile terrain

#HillView:Diversifying revenue streams through eco-tourism, surplus hydropower export, small industry growth can broaden revenue base

HILL VIEW: Deforestation, reckless construction and riverbed mining are eroding mountains and trust