Retired government employees in Himachal Pradesh are protesting on October 14th. They demand unpaid financial benefits, including arrears from the 6th Pay Commission dating back to 2016, and address medical reimbursements and dearness allowance. The protest will include sit-ins at district headquarters, with a major gathering in Chhanani, Mandi.
A fire destroyed a newly built three-story temple in Shaneri village, Shimla district, on Sunday. No casualties were reported. The temple, nearing completion with a planned ceremony next year, was built at a cost of approximately Rs 2.5 crore. The cause and total damage are under investigation.
St. Edward's School, Shimla celebrated its centenary with a flag hoisting, march past, and time capsule ceremony. A memorial park, art exhibition, and cultural program highlighted the school's history and student achievements. The event honored its patron and legacy, emphasizing faith, service, and education.
People jostle to get close to statue, have ‘selfie’, pay heartfelt tributes
The prolonged delay has impacted the board’s financial stability and its ability to maintain smooth functioning
A private bus carrying passengers to a wedding ceremony overturned near Jobi village, injuring around 15 people. The accident occurred on the Solan-Bilaspur border due to the driver losing control on a curve. Local residents assisted in rescuing and transporting the injured to AIIMS, Bilaspur.
The crucial mountain road, which connects Spiti valley with Manali and Lahaul, was cut off since October 6
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Sonia Gandhi unveiled a statue of former Himachal Pradesh CM Virbhadra Singh in Shimla. Priyanka Gandhi lauded Singh's values and leadership. State leaders praised his contributions to the state's development, and his son vowed to carry on his legacy.
The Chairman and Whole Time Members are permanent employees of BBMB
Sonia Gandhi breaks long hiatus to attend Shimla event
The temple was constructed at a cost of Rs 2.5 crore and its ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony was scheduled for next year
Virbhadra Singh, fondly known as the 'raja sahib', served as Chief Minister for six terms, holding office for nearly 23 years, a record that makes him one of the longest-serving political leaders in the state’s history
CSIR-IHBT Palampur celebrated its 84th Foundation Day. The event featured addresses from Prof. Tiwari and Dr. Chebolu on sustainable bioresource management, healthcare trends, and India's potential. The institute also signed technology transfer agreements and MoUs.
The Small Hive Beetle, a destructive pest, has reached Himachal Pradesh, confirmed in Una and Kangra districts. It threatens the state's apiculture by feeding on honey and destroying bee colonies. CSKHPAU urges beekeepers to use integrated pest management, including regular inspections and traps, to combat the beetle.
Dr Vikram Mahajan is on the list of top 21 Indian dermatologists who have bagged the honour
Himachal Pradesh's Fisheries Department released 12,000 Mahseer fingerlings into Govind Sagar Reservoir to boost angling tourism and conserve the ecologically important fish. The fingerlings came from the Mathyal breeding center, which produced over 50,000 this year. The department prioritizes Mahseer conservation for biodiversity and local fishermen's income.
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A travel agency must refund a customer Rs 5,251 with 9% interest, plus Rs 20,000 for mental distress and litigation costs. The agency failed to refund a cancelled flight, despite the airline's insolvency, establishing deficiency of service. The consumer forum rejected the agency's defense.
A farmer workshop at Sidhpur focused on government schemes and agricultural self-reliance. Dharampur aims to become a turmeric hub with a seed bank. Dairy farming incentives and reviving traditional crops were also discussed. Officials promoted scientific cultivation, natural farming, and government scheme participation.
Shahpur MLA highlights development works, health and education initiatives in Dharkandi
Organised under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' national initiative
Government College, Chamba, celebrated World Wildlife Week with awareness activities, lectures, and competitions. Dr. Bipan C Rathore emphasized the importance of wildlife and environmental conservation, urging students to embrace scientific thinking and responsible stewardship of nature. Students showcased their creativity through competitions.
Himachal Pradesh held a state-level safe construction model competition for students as part of its 'SAMARTH-2025' disaster awareness campaign. The competition, involving block, district, and state levels, focused on earthquake-resistant and hazard-resilient construction. Winners will be presented on October 14, 2025, for IDDRR.
HP-APICON-2025, held in Manali, focused on internal medicine with the theme 'Journey of minds and meaning.' Organized by the Department of Medicine, Regional Hospital, Kullu, the conference featured scientific sessions and discussions on various medical topics, including cardiometabolic disorders and infectious diseases. It also showcased research by postgraduate residents.
DAV Centenary Public School, Mandi, held a 'Run for DAV' marathon to promote health and sportsmanship. The event, inaugurated by the Additional Superintendent of Police, involved 170 students running a 5-km course. Atharv, Sujal Sharma, Tanish Thakur, Mehak, Agrya, and Jagrati won in their respective categories. Winners received prizes and certificates.
Focus on drone technology, AI, robotics and start-up innovation
Paonta Sahib concluded a successful six-day Animal Birth Control (ABC) campaign. The initiative, a part of the Compassionate Community Initiative, sterilized, vaccinated, and treated 124 stray dogs, following CNVR protocol and Supreme Court guidelines. The campaign fostered empathy and responsible co-existence.
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