Heavy rainfall caused flooding and landslides in Kullu and Manali. A person was rescued from a flooded building using a hydra machine. Shops and vehicles were swept away. Authorities evacuated vulnerable areas, and the Kullu-Manali highway is blocked at multiple points. The Beas River and its tributaries are at dangerous levels.
Mandi district faces severe weather crisis: landslides block 333 roads, including the Kiratpur-Manali Highway, stranding vehicles. Power and water supply are disrupted. Beas river is flooding, submerging areas and a historic temple. Relief efforts are underway, and residents are advised to avoid riverbanks.
The Manali-Leh highway is closed due to landslides and heavy rain. Thorang, Pagal, and Teling Nalas are blocked. LMVs are diverted via a village road. Rolling stones are a hazard. Avoid non-essential travel, especially at night, due to dangerous road conditions. Contact provided numbers for updates.
A 74-year-old woman, Champa Devi, died at IGMC Hospital in Shimla from scrub typhus, marking the second death. She was admitted on August 22 and suffered from sepsis and multi-organ failure. Out of 176 tests, 56 have been positive for scrub typhus.
The Himachal Pradesh School Education Board postponed the second round of D.El.Ed. counselling (2025-27) due to heavy rainfall and landslides disrupting transportation. Originally scheduled from August 28 to September 1, new dates will be announced on the official website. Candidates should check the website or call 01892-242192 for updates.
Heavy rainfall has caused significant damage in the state, closing over 700 roads, disrupting power and water supplies, and leading to over Rs 2,400 crore in losses. The worst-hit areas are Mandi and Kullu. More heavy rain is expected until September 1st, with rainfall significantly exceeding normal levels.
Relentless rain in Kangra district caused widespread disruption. A 73-year-old died, and 66 roads remain blocked due to landslides. Extensive property damage includes collapsed houses, damaged buildings, and impacted livestock shelters. Restoration efforts are underway, hampered by ongoing rainfall.
The 106-year-old Palampur police station faces imminent collapse, endangering police personnel and public safety. Despite expert warnings and requests for a new building, the government has ignored the issue for decades, even after declaring it a heritage site. Neglect has severely damaged the structure and records, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.
Villages of Ghaneri and Baha in Solan district, India, were evacuated due to land subsidence causing cracks in houses and roads after heavy rainfall. The SDM of Nalagarh is arranging safe housing and road repairs. Around 10-15 houses have been damaged, with some residents receiving prior repair compensation.
Himachal Pradesh will not compromise on its interests regarding hydroelectric projects. The state issued a notice to NHPC for the Baira Siul project takeover. The government will review projects and fight for its rights, including local development funding and oustees' compensation and job preferences.
Says will amend industrial policy, give incentives to investors; BJP stages a walkout
Mandi Municipal Corporation and ITI Mandi signed an MoU to improve city infrastructure. ITI students will fabricate and repair metal structures, and fix streetlights, gaining practical experience. The partnership, under 'Kaushal Aapke Dwar,' aims to address workforce shortages and boost student employability.
Triumph FC Mandi's Under-13 girls won the State Championship at the Ashmita Tournament. They dominated, winning 11-0 and 6-0 in the final. Niharika was top scorer. The team's success was attributed to coaching, motivation, and dedication, celebrated as a boost for girls' football in Himachal.
HPNLU Shimla held a virtual training session on Manupatra, India's legal research platform. The session, led by Manupatra's Sameeksha Vaishnava, aimed to enhance students' legal research skills, particularly for first-year students. Over 75 students participated.
A social activist served a legal notice to the Education Department, Shimla, demanding vacant teaching posts be filled at a senior secondary school within 15 days, citing violations of the Right to Education Act. The school's enrollment declined due to the lack of teachers despite repeated appeals and the recent recruitment of new lecturers elsewhere.
The Solan-Sanora-Rajgarh road, built by villagers and Dr. Parmar, is now crucial for development. Lawmakers from both sides urge its upgrade, aiming for National Highway status or inclusion in the Gati Shakti scheme. This would boost tourism, trade, and improve safety for the Trans-Giri region's residents.
Tanda's medical college hosted its first state-level conference, drawing over 250 delegates. The event allowed MBBS students to share ideas and research, exposing local students to academic discourse. It fostered networking, inspired ambition, and emphasized research, ethics, and innovation in healthcare. Organizers hope to make it an annual event.
A motorcycle rally, 'Ek Ride Bichhade Saathiyon aur Staff ke Naam,' concluded at RMS Chail's Brave Hearts Memorial. Organized by the Chail Alumni, the rally honored fallen alumni, including Capt GS Salaria and Lt Gen Ranjit Singh Dyal. The commemorative ride began in Delhi, covering significant memorials, reaffirming RMS Chail's values.
Persistent rainfall in recent days has worsened conditions, turning the road into muddy swamps
Kinnaur's DLSA will hold a National Lok Adalat on September 13th. Various civil and criminal cases can be settled, including those under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, money recovery, labor disputes, and more. Individuals can approach designated court complexes or the DLSA office for resolution.
A Baddi scrap dealer received a ransom call for Rs 1 crore, with threats of violence if unpaid within 21 days. The extortionist, using an international number, sent a WhatsApp message and made multiple calls before issuing the demand. Police have registered a case and are tracing the calls.
HPNLU Shimla received the BR Ambedkar Grant for Legal Aid under the Vidhi Vimarsh initiative. The university, led by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Priti Saxena, earned the grant for its Legal Aid Clinic's work in legal aid, community outreach, and awareness, allowing for expanded initiatives.
A 16-week agroforestry, mushroom cultivation, beekeeping, and goatry training program for JCOs from the Indian Armed Forces began at CSKHPKV, Palampur, and will conclude on December 12, 2025. Sponsored by DGR, the program aims to build skills for post-service sustainable livelihoods for 20 participants from the Army, Air Force, and Navy.
A CBSE-organized workshop on the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) took place at Doon Valley Public School, led by KVS and Army Public School faculty. 60 teachers participated, learning about NCF's focus on competency-based learning, experiential pedagogy, and holistic student development.
Assembly proceedings were disrupted by disputes over unparliamentary language and accusations of corruption. The Speaker, Kuldeep Pathania, insisted on evidence for such claims and ruled against unapproved remarks. A privilege motion was rejected, and the House adjourned amid ongoing disagreements.
Himachal Pradesh will assign local milk producers to operate bulk milk coolers, compensating them with a commission. The government addressed a reported milk spoilage issue in Anni, clarifying that the problem stemmed from a power outage, not a technical fault.
Monsoon session of Himachal Assembly
The DC appealed to residents and tourists to exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel
A notice had been issued to NHPC for takeover of the 180 MW Bara Siul hydel project
The grant of concessions to industrial houses as part of a customised package during the previous BJP regime generates heat in the Vidhan Sabha