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Himachal Pradesh faces delays in highway projects due to permit issues and the state's pollution board classifying widening projects as 'orange' category. Minister Nadda is addressing these issues with the Chief Minister, and also pushing for river dredging, forest clearances, and speeding up construction.

On the eve of his 90th birthday, the Dalai Lama, during a prayer ceremony, expressed his wish to live over 130 years. He reflected on his devotion to Avalokiteshvara and his service to the Tibetan people, emphasizing universal compassion and the importance of faith.

Congress has taken a dig at BJP over Ranaut’s comment that she did not visit cloudburst-affected areas of Mandi on ‘advice’ of Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur

The new system is expected to improve the authentication success rate and reduce verification time

Red alert for extremely heavy to very heavy rain along with thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places has been issued for Kangra, Mandi and Sirmour districts

Comes down heavily on state government ove alleged manhandling of NHAI officials by Rural Development Minister Anirudh Singh, in the aftermath of a building collapse at Bhattakufar in Shimla

Both, the probe agency said, were associates of Gagandeep Singh alias Goldy, who was arrested in March

The ceremony began ahead of Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations that are scheduled for Sunday

Chowari police arrested Gulzar Mohammad and recovered 20 stolen sheep. Ghafoor Hussain reported the sheep missing from his enclosure in Jot village. Police intercepted a pickup jeep near Kali Ghar, acting on a tip-off, confirming the sheep's identity. A case has been registered under BNS sections.

After an 11-month shutdown, Manali’s waste-processing facility at Rangri has resumed operations, managing nearly 30–35 tonnes of garbage daily—matching the waste generated during peak tourist season in the town and its suburbs. The plant was forced to close on July...

The Shimla Deputy Commissioner promised swift action on Luhri Hydroelectric Project affected people's demands. Committees, including one for crop damage assessment, will be formed within two days. An ADM will inspect affected areas, address grievances, and investigate designated dumping sites, promising action against illegal dumping.

Professor Mahavir Singh, HPU Vice-Chancellor, released a book at Dharamsala compiling 39 research papers from a national seminar on environmental history. Edited by Dr. Raj Kumar, the book offers historical perspectives on environmental challenges and sustainable development.

Public outcry as centuries-old deodar, pine trees cut for Bijli Mahadev ropeway

Himachal Pradesh Electricity Board pensioners are protesting the non-payment of leave encashment, gratuity, and arrears for those retired since 2016. They criticize delays in medical bill reimbursements and inaccurate SMS notifications regarding arrears, demanding immediate resolution from the government and board management.

A landslide near Shillai, Himachal Pradesh, blocked National Highway 707 due to heavy rain. Stranded commuters risked their lives walking through the debris. Authorities diverted traffic, but full restoration is expected to take one to two days. Locals demand road safety improvements.

A joint protest was organised by CITU and Himachal Kisan Sabha against the irregularities in construction practices by the four-lane construction companies. The protesters demanded immediate relief and compensation of Rs 5 crore each to the people whose houses have...

During his recent visit to Dharamsala, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced the cancellation of the proposed electric vehicle (EV) charging station in front of the War Memorial, popularly known as Shahid Samarak. The decision came swiftly after a delegation...

Dissatisfied with the initial magisterial probe into the recent flash floods near Dharamsala that claimed eight lives, Kangra District Magistrate Hemraj Bairwa has announced a fresh inquiry into the incident. The tragedy occurred last week near a hydroelectric power project...

Scarab beetles, particularly white grubs, damage crops by feeding on roots and foliage. Integrated pest management (IPM) strategies from Dr. YS Parmar University include cultural practices like plowing and using well-decomposed manure, along with mechanical collection and the use of bio-formulations. Timing and integration of methods are key to controlling infestations and preserving soil health.

A retaining wall collapsed this morning in the Panthaghati residential area of Shimla, sending rubble crashing onto the roof of a building located just below. As a precaution, the building has been vacated and the two families residing there have...

A sweeping excavation project underway at the historic Dasehra ground in Dhalpur, Kullu, has triggered growing concern and unrest among local residents, cultural groups and festival organisers. The Kullu Municipal Council is reportedly overseeing the digging to install a musical...

A truck driver was killed after his vehicle veered off the road and plunged into a gorge at Chaned near Chamba town on Friday morning. Deceased has been identified as Swarup, a resident of Bikaner in Rajasthan. The police said,...

‘Unscientific’ road excavation by PWD | Unstable slopes making terrain fragile

Many locals forced to walk long distances or rely on lifts from passing two-wheelers

The Himachal Pradesh Forest Department evicted encroachers, reclaiming over 151 bighas of forest land in Sirmaur district, following court orders. The reclaimed land will be used for departmental infrastructure like storage and staff housing. More evictions are planned.