As per the State’s Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain and a few spells of heavy to very heavy rain are likely to occur across the state till August 15
Himachal Pradesh
Three students of Class VI, along with other school students, had gone for a routine outing and went missing on August 9
Tourists and locals in Dharamsala and McLeodganj are reporting widespread overcharging by liquor vendors. Shops are selling alcohol above MRP, particularly beer, and failing to display required official rate lists. The Excise Department is investigating and promises action against violators.
Himachal Pradesh aims to curb drug misuse by pharmaceutical companies. They seek a separate GST e-way bill for narcotics to track movement, forming a committee to oversee licensed companies, and restricting quantities handled by license holders. They are also updating drug regulations and policies.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court denied bail to an individual accused of cryptocurrency fraud. The court deemed the economic offense serious, involving a large-scale scheme with thousands of victims and crores of rupees in losses. The accused allegedly enticed investments with promises of high returns and was a close associate of the main suspect.
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Heavy rainfall is expected in the state until August 15, with orange and yellow weather warnings issued. Landslides, mudslides, and flash floods are possible, particularly in vulnerable areas. Maximum temperatures will drop, while minimums remain normal. Naina Devi and Pandoh received the highest rainfall in the past 24 hours at 110mm each.
The Kiratpur-Manali National Highway reopened to one-way traffic after 18 hours of closure due to floods and landslides. Restoration efforts cleared debris, but traffic jams persist at vulnerable points. A tunnel flooded, trapping vehicles, but occupants escaped safely. Stranded travelers received aid, and authorities advise caution and monitoring road conditions.
Despite repeated appeals, the Municipal Council (MC) and the Jal Shakti Department have failed to take decisive action in this connection.
A West Bengal pilgrim, Dukhi Ram Sarkar, died during the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra. He was found near Parvati Kund after being reported missing. His body was recovered and a post-mortem examination was conducted. The yatra was temporarily suspended due to flash floods.
The stretch is a lifeline for over 30,000 residents in six panchayats
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shukla performed a 'havan yagya' to pray for the state's protection from natural disasters, expressing concern over recent losses. He sought divine intervention and offered prayers for the deceased. The Governor also celebrated Raksha Bandhan.
Demanded that the import duty on apple must be enhanced from 50 to 100 per cent to protect Himachali apples
At present, a total of 37 families, comprising 85 individuals, are residing in two government buildings serving as temporary shelters
The monsoon session of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha is set to commence from August 18
At present, the Dhalli heliport is being used by VIPs for chartered flights
Bilaspur bags second slot followed by Dehra police district
FIR registered against four accused
The RB Jankalyan Foundation provided permanent roofs to 10 migrant families near Nurpur. These families, living in inadequate conditions for 15 years despite having official IDs, received no government aid. The foundation's quick action addressed monsoon threats, but the community still lacks basic amenities and seeks government support.
The Himachal Pradesh University's Law Department held an induction program for first-year LLB students. Justice CB Barowalia urged ethical conduct. Sessions covered legal education, research, mental health, career guidance, student welfare policies, and advocacy skills.
The Language, Art, and Culture Department held a state-level Sanskrit Day celebration at Baba Balak Nath Temple. Competitions like Shlokacharan, a quiz, and essay writing promoted Sanskrit. The Director of Central Sanskrit University praised the initiative and government efforts to preserve the language, presenting awards to competition winners.
Bishop Cotton School's 26th mountaineering team summited Mt. Kiagar Ri (6,100m) in Ladakh. The expedition, coinciding with Founder's Day, was led by Amod Talwalkar and Viresh Kumar Dogra. Despite acclimatization challenges, a reduced team successfully reached the peak on August 4th after a base camp set up at 4,650m.
Painting competition held as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga initiative
CSKHPKV, Palampur, marked World Breastfeeding Week, focusing on this year's theme, 'Invest in Breastfeeding, Invest in the Future.' The celebration promoted breastfeeding's benefits for infant health, cognitive development, and the maternal bond, through awareness activities and outreach programs.
MCM DAV College, Kangra, dominated Himachal Pradesh University's MBA fourth-semester results, securing nine of the top 10 positions. Sahil Rana topped the merit list. The Principal attributed the success to student and faculty dedication, highlighting the college's reputation for quality business education.
The Indian Army will host the Spiti Marathon 2025 from August 22-24, featuring a 77 km ultra, full, half, and 10 km runs. With a Rs 30 lakh prize pool, it's open to all, expecting over 2,000 participants. Registration closed August 9. Event details are on spitimarathon.com.
Dharamsala's municipal corporation is tackling stray animals in tourist areas. Owners face a Rs 5,000 fine for animals roaming freely. The city offers shelter at the Sarah Gaushala for a fee, promoting animal welfare and public safety. A helpline is available for reporting and drop-offs.
The delay has caused considerable inconvenience to local villagers and cattle rearers, who are forced to travel long distances for veterinary services
The Shimla-Mator highway's Jawalamukhi-Hamirpur section is slated to open by January 2026. The project, initially announced in 2016 with a 30% cost increase, now includes a four-lane upgrade for a section, requiring further land acquisition and causing resident displacement.
Education Minister Rohit Thakur attended the Rathal fair, emphasizing the importance of preserving Himachal's culture. He highlighted ongoing development projects in the Jubbal-Kotkhai-Nawar constituency, including road repairs, bridge construction, and new school and health center buildings.
A stalled medical device park project in Nalagarh has new hope after a cabinet sub-committee was formed. The project, halted due to lack of funds, faced issues with subsidies and SGST concerns. The state returned central funds and revised plans, with the BJP criticizing the project's handling and costs.
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