Himachal Pradesh

Govind Singh Thakur squarely blamed government negligence for crippling the state’s most valuable crop

The deceased has been identified as Vinay Kumar, a resident of Khalli village

The event was attended by former MLAs Kuldeep Pathania and Anita Verma, besides others

No loss of life reported

Seismic activity raises concerns in high-risk zone V of state

Flash floods caused by a cloudburst in Kullu damaged property and disrupted life. Road closures, including the Mandi-Kullu highway, stranded vehicles and suspended bus services. Landslides and infrastructure damage further worsened the situation. The district administration urges patience and avoidance of unnecessary travel.

A suspected MBBS admission fraud at Tanda medical college involves a woman, Rashi, who allegedly submitted forged documents. Her claimed merit rank of 108 was already assigned to another student. The college referred the matter to the police, who are investigating discrepancies in her documents and the university records.

Chief Minister Sukhu accused the BJP of being directionless and factionalized, focused on headlines. He defended his government's job creation, contrasting it with the BJP's alleged past corruption and broken promises. Sukhu highlighted efforts to secure overseas jobs for youth.

Rajeev Bindal, the BJP state president, announced a new team of 21 office-bearers, including five women, aiming for regional and caste balance. Key appointments include eight vice-presidents, three general secretaries, and eight secretaries. Several morcha presidents and department coordinators were also named.

A bill giving the state government power to appoint university VCs is likely intended to resolve the ongoing conflict with the Governor. The state government is frustrated by the Governor's delay in approving multiple bills, including key legislation concerning financial aid and university governance. Several VC positions remain vacant.

An FIR has been filed regarding the sexual exploitation of an orphaned girl in Chamba district. The Chief Minister promised strict action against those involved, including officials who allegedly covered up the crime. The state will also investigate the suspicious death of a youth from Hamirpur in West Bengal.

Heavy rainfall and landslides in Balichowki, Mandi, have damaged buildings and infrastructure. Three buildings in the main market were evacuated due to cracks. Affected owners seek relief and a geological survey. A road section near Mani village also collapsed.

Lahaul and Spiti MLA Anuradha Rana called for amending the Forest Conservation Act and the relief manual due to increased natural disasters. She criticized the state's development model. Other MLAs highlighted disaster impacts in their constituencies and raised concerns about the state's financial situation.

Heavy rain caused landslides and disruptions in Dharamsala and surrounding areas. Roads were blocked, including a vital route near a Tibetan hospital. A ropeway project was temporarily suspended due to a landslide near its pillar. Shops and a house were damaged, and multiple roads were affected.

Monsoon session of Himachal Assembly

The vehicle reportedly lost control when its front wheel encountered a boulder that had rolled down from the hillside

No loss of life reported in the incident

Gaurav (31) was a resident of Aditya World City in Ghaziabad

the MLA said that India playing Pakistan was not appropriate in view of the strained relations with Pakistan

Sulah MLA Parmar says there was a lot of discrepancy in job numbers provided by government

Dharamsala–McLeodganj Khada Danda road near Delek Hospital blocked

The district has witnessed a series of tremors in recent weeks

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28 panchayats declared TB-free in Chamba

The week concluded with a student-led anti-ragging rally