Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Entry Tax row ends as Sukhu government issues final notification
Following intense protests from transporters, the Himachal Pradesh government has rolled back several tax hikes, exempting all state-registered taxis and private vehicles from entry charges while simplifying the fee structure for various commercial categories.
Kangra Airport on high alert after suspicious bag triggers bomb scare
Airport operations were suspended for three hours on Saturday morning after an unattended bag was discovered in a washroom, prompting the deployment of a bomb squad and the evacuation of all passengers and staff.
Himachal Teacher Transfers: 700 DO Notes Flood Minister Amid Policy Ban
The Himachal Pradesh Education Department faces a surge in transfer requests as over 700 DO notes reach the Education Minister despite a ban on general transfers. While 500 files await Chief Minister approval, officials prioritize stability for the new academic session.
West Asia War Burns a Rs 100 Crore Hole in Himachal’s Roads Budget
Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh revealed that the Israel-USA-Iran conflict has triggered a 25% spike in bitumen prices. Consequently, road construction costs in Himachal Pradesh have escalated by ₹4 lakh to ₹12 lakh per kilometer, causing a massive ₹100 crore impact on state projects under PMGSY and NABARD schemes.
Big Tragedy in Kullu: Tourist Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge, 4 Dead
Kullu Road Accident News: A tragic accident in Himachal's Banjar area has claimed 4 lives after a tourist vehicle returning from Jalori Pass skidded off the road. 14 others are seriously injured.
Foreign Tourists Charter Special Kalka-Shimla Toy Train for ₹1 Lakh to Experience UNESCO Heritage Route
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train: A group of 40 foreign tourists and NRIs recently chartered an exclusive Toy Train on the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla route for over ₹1 lakh. Discover how luxury heritage tourism is peaking in Himachal Pradesh as travelers enjoy the scenic Himalayan valleys in style.
Big Win for IIT Mandi: Students Grab Japanese Offers Worth up to ₹56 Lakh
IIT Mandi Placement 2026: In a major boost to international career prospects, IIT Mandi students have secured lucrative job offers from top Japanese firms with packages reaching ₹56.27 LPA. Facilitated by the AI-platform Cognavi, these roles span data engineering and product design
Heated Argument in Shimla’s Nerwa After Wedding Party Prays on Roadside
Shimla Nerwa News: Tension erupted in Nerwa, Shimla—near the Uttarakhand border—over the offering of prayers along the roadside. Following protests by locals, a heated argument ensued between wedding guests and villagers.
Shoolini University Student Ends Life Citing Workplace Abuse and Faculty Harassment
Nitin’s father, Kalyan Singh Chauhan, leveled grave allegations against the institution, asserting that his son was subjected to extreme mental pressure. "My son was cheated in the name of a job placement. He was under so much stress that he felt he had no choice but to end his life,
BJP Lawmakers Protest Changes to Himachal Panchayat Election Roster Rules
HP Panchayat Election Roster Row: BJP MLAs staged a vigorous protest in the Legislative Assembly over amendments to the reservation roster rules for Panchayat elections in Himachal Pradesh. The Opposition cornered the government regarding the special powers granted to Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and the new rules governing changes to the
