Himachal Pradesh

885 animal bite cases in just 2 months push civic body to act

During Kullu Dasehra, deities Ajaypal and Shela visited the police station to address concerns about the sacred space. This incident highlighted issues with site maintenance and parking, leading to police assurances. Disputes involving deities and officials have increased, underscoring the importance of respecting religious practices within civic administration.

A workshop in Una, organized by the Industries Department, focused on strengthening MSMEs. Key topics included cluster development with common facility centres funded by governments, green initiatives for reduced carbon footprints, and new schemes promoting MSME performance.

Chamba district conducted 1,807 health camps from September 17 to October 2 under the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan. The initiative provided free health screenings for women and girls, focusing on conditions like anemia and diabetes. Over 1 lakh women were screened for various health issues.

The Pathankot-Mandi highway is severely congested, dangerous, and causing hardship due to narrow roads, frequent traffic jams, and accidents. Despite a planned four-lane expansion and increased traffic police, the situation remains critical, impacting commuters, businesses, and local residents. The project delays are a major concern.

CITU's Mandi district conference re-elected Bhupender Singh. Key demands included regularizing outsourced workers, government employee status for Anganwadi/ASHA/Mid-Day Meal workers, and addressing worker rights. They also addressed issues like MNREGA, street vendor rights, ambulance worker pay, and communal harmony.

Rajan Kumar, a disabled Director of the Himachal Pradesh Wheelchair Cricket Team and District Disability Committee member, was honored at the Kangra-Chamba cultural festival for his social service contributions. He was presented with the honor by Dr. Rajeev Bhardwaj and expressed gratitude, viewing it as motivation. Kumar's achievements inspire others despite his disability.

HPU is hosting a 10-day self-defense training camp for female students, organized by the Centre for Women’s Studies and Development. Funded by RUSA 2.0, the camp aims to empower students with self-reliance and confidence. Special advanced karate sessions will be held on October 11th and 12th.

Rural Development Dept to recognise citizens donating land for public buildings across state

YS Guleria, Senior General Manager at TVS Motor Company, is the new president of BBNIA, succeeding Rajiv Aggarwal. Guleria, a former general secretary, will lead the 650+ member industry body for 2025-27. Aggarwal's tenure saw improved fiscal health.

Visually impaired singer Muskan Negi will perform at the 3rd International Purple Fest in Goa on October 10th. The event, focused on disability inclusion, is co-organized by the UN and the Indian government. Negi, a Youth Icon and advocate, aims to inspire with her music and message of resilience.

Dr. Meenakshi Kanwar Chauhan, from Una, Himachal Pradesh, is recognized as a top global scientist for the fourth year by Stanford University. An alumna of Panjab University and currently a faculty member at Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University, she credits India's research environment for her achievements.

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

The Under-19 Girls’ Major Games Tournament in Solan district began Sunday at Government Senior Secondary School, Kanda. Over 350 students from 39 schools are participating in various sports despite heavy rain. The school improvised spaces to accommodate the event, reviving its tradition of hosting sports tournaments.

Eligible candidates to be selected through an MEA-registered agency

MeT Department says that light rainfall will continue in isolated places of the state till October 9

Disbanded in November last year, party reconstitution delayed due to upcoming unveiling of Virbhadra's statue

Remarks are said to refer to Anurag Thakur as BJP won no seat in Hamirpur

30 cm snow recorded in several parts, while district headquarters Keylong received 15 cm

Government has procured 2,123.587 quintals of naturally-grown wheat from 838 farmers

BJP hatched conspiracy, ABVP activists created a ruckus at Sukhu’s function, says Solan SP

Heavy snowfall in Chamba district's Pangi valley has disrupted normal life, severing road connectivity and power supply. Upper regions received significant snowfall, isolating villages and impacting essential services. The situation is exacerbated by early snowfall and stranded travelers.

Thanks International Lions Club for generous assistance in difficult times

Alleges disaster relief funds provided by Centre being grossly misused

Lightning struck in Kilod panchayat, Chamba, killing eleven cattle and injuring a 21-year-old girl who is now stable. The incident occurred in a grazing area during heavy rainfall. Two families lost livestock.