Himachal Pradesh

The preliminary election will be held on February 1, followed by the final round on April 26

Police say section of alleged uninvited crowd at CM event was reportedly disgruntled over lunch arrangements

Paddy harvesting affected in lower regions; tourism sector to benefit

After excess rains in October so far, weather likely to remain dry from October 8

A five-member committee, chaired by the Director (Horticulture), was formed to organize a national stone fruit conference in November. The committee will create the conference agenda and a status report on stone fruit production, due by the end of the month. The conference aims to promote stone fruit cultivation as an alternative to struggling apple production, especially due to climate change.

Himachal liquor traders face hardship due to recent floods and landslides, impacting sales. They request the Chief Minister reduce the Minimum Guaranteed Quota (MGQ) and Minimum Vend Value (MVV) by 30% to ease financial burdens and ensure business continuity. They also highlight issues with illegal liquor and high operational costs.

Shimla's Deputy Commissioner directed departments to find new locations for congested markets (vegetable, timber, etc.) to ease traffic and improve amenities. A detailed relocation plan is due within a week, to be sent to the state government.

Zafar Iqbal, the new MD of Kangra Central Co-operative Bank (KCCB), addressed stakeholders after the Chairman and board were suspended. He revealed the bank's Non-Performing Assets decreased to Rs 809 crore, with a Rs 651 crore provision. Vinod Kumar is currently overseeing the bank.

Crumbling Heritage: Once a seat of power and culture in Lahaul, the seven-storey tower now pleads for preservation

CETP faces fines up to Rs 15 lakh & possible prosecution

Modern School, Delhi won the 2025 All-India IPSC U-19 Girls’ Soccer Tournament, defeating Pinegrove School, Solan 2-1 in the final. The event, hosted by Pinegrove, featured top IPSC schools and saw Pinegrove players Nyereep Lepcha and Subekcha Limboo receive individual awards.

A year after Sukhu govt promised to revive HimCare, hundreds of poor patients struggle without access to cashless treatment

Innovation reduces dependence on live cases, enabling learners to gain confidence and practical skills through simulation-based training

Only two of four procurement centres open as wet spell delays harvest

The deity’s journey from Tandi Kathi Himri in the Anni subdivision, spanning nearly 190 km, was more than a pilgrimage

Army Public School (APS) Dagshai won the 2 Corps Inter-Army School English Debate, with APS Chandimandir as runner-up. The competition, hosted by APS Dagshai, featured five schools and individual awards for speakers and interjector, all won by APS Dagshai students.

Untimely cold spell halts travel routes & signals unusually early onset of winter across district

The Congress party initiated a 'Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod' signature campaign in Mandi district. The campaign aims to raise awareness about alleged vote tampering in past elections, spurred by concerns from Rahul Gandhi. They intend to collect 20,000 signatures to submit to the party leadership.

Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, has banned the sale, prescription, and use of all cough syrups due to safety concerns. The CMO ordered strict implementation, including discarding existing stocks, monitoring sales, and promoting home remedies, after child deaths in another region.

PWD told to use best technology, issue PDNA tenders by November 15

Rs 200-crore engineering feat to cut distance, time and traffic snarls by yearend

The District Police Badminton Championship concluded with Kavita winning the women's singles and Ankesh the men's. Organized by the district police, the event promoted sportsmanship and camaraderie. Other winners included Anjana/Kavita (women's doubles), Sabir/Deepak (men's doubles), and Pankaj/Sunita (mixed doubles). The SP highlighted the benefits of sports for police personnel.

Chief Minister Sukhu congratulated the Himachali Pravasi Global Association (HPGA) for celebrating Kullu Dasehra in Ottawa, Canada. The event, hosted by MP Marie-France Lalonde, featured Himachali culture and attracted many community organizations. Sukhu invited Canadians to visit Himachal and explore investment opportunities.

Shepherds stranded due to heavy snowfall in Dhauladhar hills

A Mumbai woman, Rachna Sonali (44), died in a motorcycle accident in Jeori, Shimla district, when the bike she was on collided with a tanker. Her brother, Chirag Kenima (42), was injured. The pair was part of a tourist group traveling to Kinnaur. The accident occurred as the biker attempted to overtake a turning tanker.