Minister Durga Das Uikey visited flood-affected Chamba district, inspecting relief efforts and meeting with tribal communities. He conveyed Prime Minister Modi's concern, highlighting the Rs 1,500 crore relief sanction and the total Rs 6,625 crore released for Himachal Pradesh. More funds are promised, along with support and prayers for recovery.
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Police in Hamirpur formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) led by a DSP to investigate sandalwood theft. Multiple complaints of theft were received from the Nagar Nigam area and rural parts of the district within two weeks.
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Rajrani recalls a patwari visited them and promised Rs 2,000 as compensation, an amount she describes “insult” compared to their losses worth lakhs
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Thirty farmers each from Salogra and Rajana panchayats attend training
She highlighted that the prompt restoration of electricity, water supply, roads, mobile networks and fuel availability was a result of exemplary teamwork
As per WHO guidelines, over 70% vaccination coverage is required to interrupt rabies transmission
Being a repeat drug peddling offender, the police had registered three different cases against her
A complete ban was imposed on paragliding in July with the onset of the monsoon to avoid mishaps
Two men, Prajwal Tangraik and Manoj Banaik, died when their Bolero Camper plunged into a gorge in Shimla district. The accident occurred after the driver lost control on the way to Diyalari village. Police are investigating, and the administration provided relief to the families.
Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister requested NABARD to fund ground-mounted solar projects and electric buses under RIDF. He advocated for separate norms for hill states and sought assistance in developing supply chains for fisheries and animal husbandry. NABARD officials suggested reforms for cooperative societies and computerization.
The Dalai Lama congratulated Nepal's interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki. He acknowledged the close historical ties between Tibetans and Nepalese, expressing gratitude for Nepal's support of Tibetan refugees. He also highlighted the Tibetan community's contributions to Nepal's economy.
Deputy Chief Minister Agnihotri highlighted technology's importance for cooperatives, crucial to India's rural economy. Himachal boasts 5,544 active societies, including successful women-led cooperatives. The National Cooperative Conference celebrates the International Year of Cooperatives-2025, exploring digital transformation and inclusive growth with key figures participating.
Houses vacated following subsidence at Hamirpur village, affected people await relief
Besides lack of access to clean water, food, shelter and healthcare, floodwaters can make people vulnerable to infections
Having hosted the Paragliding World Cup in 2024, Bir is referred to as the ‘Paragliding Capital of India’
The invention will make it possible to measure the levels of dozens of blood molecules and ions continuously and display the results in real time without the patient losing even a single drop of blood, he says
The district magistrate clarified that vehicles engaged in emergency services and maintaining law and order will be exempt from these restrictions
Accident took place near Nerwa on Diyalari road when driver lost it control and the vehicle plunged into a deep gorge, killing both of them on the spot
The cloudburst occurred around 3 am at Gutrahan village in Bilaspur; no casualties reported
Union Ministers Savitri Thakur and Shantanu Thakur are in Himachal Pradesh to assess damage from recent disasters. Thakur visited Kullu and Manali, meeting affected families and inspecting infrastructure. Shantanu Thakur toured Banjar, assessing damage and meeting residents. Both ministers assured timely relief and government support.
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Will also be linked to sanitation services
Two men, Rajiv Kaushal and Vipan Kumar, were arrested for the July 27th murder of Rakesh Kumar in Una. They confessed to the crime, motivated by gang rivalry. The investigation, relying on cyber evidence and police cooperation, was challenging due to a lack of physical clues. Police are warning against supporting criminal activity online.
Jai Ram Thakur, leader of the opposition, visited flood-hit Bharmour, Chamba. He assessed extensive damage to homes, land, and infrastructure, including the Manimahesh Yatra route. Thakur demanded urgent restoration of services and vowed to push for maximum compensation and central relief.
Suresh Kashyap stated the central government provided over Rs 10,000 crore in aid to Himachal Pradesh for recent disasters, including Rs 6,625 crore for relief and a Rs 3,000 crore research institute. He urged transparent and unbiased aid distribution and criticized the state government's slow spending of released funds for damaged schools.
Heavy monsoon rains and floods devastated Una district's agriculture, destroying crops on 725 hectares and causing Rs 2.44 crore in losses. Maize suffered the most, followed by paddy and vegetables. Potato sowing is delayed, impacting farmers' income and market prices.
A Bank of Baroda senior manager in Shimla is accused of transferring ₹3.70 crore illegally. An FIR has been filed after the unauthorized transactions on August 22 and 27. Police have frozen ₹90.95 lakh, and an investigation is underway to recover the embezzled funds.
Technical Education Minister Dharmani visited flood-affected areas in Bilaspur district. He pledged aid to disaster victims, having already disbursed ₹70,000 each to families whose homes were destroyed. Assessment of further losses continues, with the government promising comprehensive support.
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