Himachal Pradesh
Youngsters ‘Adopt’ Kullu Villages With Skills and Time, Not Money
Youngsters from across India are connecting with Himalayan communities by sharing their time, skills and ideas rather than money. The initiative recently reached Manyashi, Deori and Sarahan villages in Sainj Valley, focusing on environmental conservation, waste management and responsible tourism.
Army Cyclists Reach Keylong on 1,200-km Nation-Building Ride
Army personnel from 26 Punjab Unit reached Keylong during a 1,200-km cycling campaign from Ambala Cantonment to Keylong and onward to Jalandhar, engaging students and youth on fitness, discipline, courage, national service and career opportunities in the Army.
25 Days of Trapped Water Raise Flood Fears in Himachal’s Nalagarh
Twenty-five days after a landslide blocked the Chikni Khad in Solan’s Kumarhatti, a large artificial lake remains trapped behind a temporary debris barrier. Residents fear renewed rain could raise water levels, increase pressure on the barrier and trigger a sudden flood downstream.
Governor Presents Awards to Winning Filmmakers at Shimla Film Festival
Himachal Pradesh Governor presented awards to winning filmmakers at the 12th International Film Festival of Shimla, concluding a three-day celebration featuring international, national and regional films across documentary, short film, animation, student and AI-generated cinema.
EV Craze Grows in Himachal Amid Rising Fuel Prices and Govt Subsidies
Rising petrol and diesel prices combined with government tax exemptions are driving electric vehicle adoption in Himachal Pradesh. Over 6,200 EVs were registered in three years, supported by 100% discounts on registration, permit, and token fees.
Himachal CM considers NPA for doctors, to spend Rs 800 crore on cancer care institutions
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said the Himachal Pradesh government is considering Non-Practising Allowance for specialist medical officers. The state will also spend Rs 800 crore to strengthen cancer care facilities across the state amid rising cases.
Himachal CM orders dress code, uniform for CBSE schools
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed the education department to finalise a dress code for teachers, uniforms for students and a distinct colour scheme for buildings of CBSE schools at the earliest. The teacher dress code will come into force from October 1.
Kangana Ranaut targets Sukhu govt over Himachal debt
Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut on Monday criticised the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh for rising debt after a DISHA meeting in Kullu. She also directed police to act strictly against drug sales in the district and called for a tougher law.
New tunnels on Mandi-Kullu route pass trial, traffic likely in 4 days
People travelling from Mandi to Kullu will get major relief as new tunnels between Dayod and Hanogi under the Kiratpur-Manali four-lane project successfully completed trials. The journey time is expected to drop from nearly one hour 50 minutes to about one hour once traffic begins after safety checks.
Over 4.91 Lakh New Vehicles Registered in Himachal Pradesh in 3 Years as Road Traffic Soars
Himachal Pradesh added over 4.91 lakh vehicles in the last three years, taking its total count near 24 lakh. The surge has caused severe traffic congestion in key tourist hotspots like Shimla and Manali.
