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RDG Row: Sukhu Government bankrupting Himachal with 'false guarantees', says HP BJP Chief

Amid the ongoing political war over the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG), Himachal Pradesh BJP President Rajiv Bindal on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the Congress-led Sukhu government, accusing it of pushing the state to the brin... read..

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RDG is Himachal's constitutional right; BJP should meet PM instead of blaming me: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday urged BJP leaders to take up the issue of Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG) with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserting that the discontinuation of RDG would severely impact the hill state's e... read..

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Himachal Congress hiding fiscal failure by targeting Centre: BJP's Sanjay Tandon

With political exchanges intensifying in Himachal Pradesh over the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG) and the state's financial condition, BJP's co-incharge for Himachal Pradesh Sanjay Tandon on Wednesday accused the Congress government of attempting to shift bl... read..

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"Meet PM Modi over revenue deficit issue, instead of targeting me": CM Sukhu tells Himachal BJP leaders

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that BJP leaders here should champion the interests of the people of the state on the issue of the withdrawal of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG).... read..

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RS Bali Inaugurates Three-Day Ski and Snowboard Championship at Narkanda

Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) and Vice-Chairman of the Tourism Development Board, RS Bali, on Tuesday inaugurated the three-day Ski and Snowboard Championship at Narkanda.... read..

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HPTDC signs MoU with IRCTC to boost tourism, promote heritage toy train experience

In a major step to boost tourism and improve occupancy in government-run hotels, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), ... read..

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"BJP plundered state treasury instead of investing in development": Himachal CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday accused the previous BJP government of plundering the state treasury and spending extravagantly instead of investing in development and essential infrastructure.... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu interacts with CCI children on educational tour under Sukh-Aashray Yojana

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday interacted with 'Children of the State' of Child Care Institutions (CCIs) of Sundernagar, Talyar, Bharnal and Dehar in Mandi district.... read..

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Himachal Assembly's budget session to begin on Feb 16 with Governor's address

Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review security arrangements ahead of the budget session, scheduled to begin on February 16.... read..

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RDG should be restored in Himachal's interest, BJP should take up matter with PM: Pratibha Singh

Former Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) president Pratibha Singh on Tuesday urged the state BJP to talk with its leaders at the Centre so that the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG) to the state by the Centre is not discontinued.... read..

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Shimla Police seize 1.8 Kg charas in major anti-drug operation; SSP Gaurav Singh reinforces zero-tolerance policy

The Shimla District Police announced a significant narcotics detection and enforcement drive, resulting in the seizure of 1.8 kg of charas.... read..

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Raising Revenue Deficit Grant fight for Himachal's rights, not politics: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has strongly defended the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG), calling its withdrawal "stepmotherly treatment" towards the hill state and warning that it could hit the state budget by nearly 15 per cent.... read..

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Himachal minister Rajesh Dharmani chairs HIMUDA Board meeting, highlights major township projects

Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani on Monday chaired the Board of Directors meeting of the Himachal Pradesh Housing and Urban Development Authority (HIMUDA), reaffirming the state government's commitment to providing affordable housing and... read..

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Himachal Budget session to begin Feb 16; speaker calls for political unity on RDG, fiscal health

Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Monday announced that the Budget Session will commence on February 16, urging all political parties and legislators to rise above differences and unite on issues vital to the state, p... read..

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Himachal Pradesh govt orders major administrative reshuffle; IPS, IAS and HPAS officers shifted

The Himachal Pradesh government on Monday ordered a series of transfers and postings involving IPS, IAS and HP Administrative Service (HPAS) officers.... read..

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Financial crisis needs fiscal discipline, not speeches: Former Himachal CM Dhumal

Senior BJP leader and former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal has expressed concern over the state's current financial situation, saying the fiscal stress is not sudden but the result of long-anticipated challenges that the government fai... read..

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HP assembly petition committee disposes of 7 petitions, 12 deferred till next meeting

The Petition Committee of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha on Monday disposed of seven petitions out of the 19 placed before it, while the remaining cases were deferred for further consideration.... read..

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2013 batch IPS officer Gaurav Singh takes charge as new Shimla SP, pledges strong action agaginst drug menace

2013-batch IPS officer Gaurav Singh on Monday assumed charge as the new Superintendent of Police (SP), Shimla district, and outlined his priorities, with a strong focus on maintaining law and order, curbing crime, tackling drug trafficking, and easing tra... read..

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"India among world's top economies, steadily progressing toward becoming 3rd-largest": Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Budget

Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Sunday said that since the formation of the Narendra Modi-led government in 2014, India has been moving steadily towards a clearly defined goal, with consistent policy direction and decisive l... read..

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HP government seeks opposition's support to fight Revenue Deficit Grant withdrawl: CM Sukhu says only PM Modi can resolve crisis

Mounting a strong all-party appeal against the scrapping of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG), the Himachal Pradesh government on Sunday said it would challenge the decision both politically and legally, warning that the move threatens the state's financial... read..

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Himachal apple growers to protest on Feb 12 over FTA concerns

Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh's Kotkhai region have expressed growing concern over the Government of India's recent free trade agreements (FTAs) with various countries, fearing a threat to domestic orchards and farmers' livelihoods.... read..

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"No special session on Revenue deficit grants," says HP CM, matter to be discussed in Budget session

The two-day budgetary planning meeting of the Legislators' Priority meeting concluded on Saturday. The Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, said that during the MLAs' priority planning meeting, issues are being resolved.... read..

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Despite Piyush Goyal's assurance, HP apple growers gear up for nationwide strike, Delhi march over import duty cut

Despite repeated assurances by Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal that Indian apple growers' interests will be protected, apple farmers in Himachal Pradesh have intensified preparations to join the nationwide farmers' strike on February 12 ... read..

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Himachal CM reviews MLA priorities for 2026-27, highlights major push in health, education and rural economy

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday held discussions with legislators from Shimla and Kangra districts during the second and final session of the two-day meeting convened to determine the priorities of MLAs for the financial... read..

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Himachal apple economy to be badly hit by Centre's foreign trade agreements, says minister Jagat Singh Negi

The Horticulture, Revenue and Tribal Development Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Jagat Singh Negi on Saturday warned that the state's apple-based economy would be severely impacted due to foreign trade agreements signed by the Union government and the drast... read..

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Himachal Pradesh Assembly's 11th session of 14th Vidhan Sabha to begin on February 16

Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Saturday said that the 11th session of the 14th Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly will commence on February 16.... read..

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Union Budget has been disappointing for Himachal: MLA Harish Janartha

Congress legislator from Shimla Urban constituency Harish Janartha on Thursday said the Union Budget has been disappointing for Himachal Pradesh.... read..

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Himachal BJP MLAs approach Governor before priority meetings; Jairam Thakur alleges fund withholding

Ahead of the two-day planning meetings on MLAs' development priorities for the financial year 2026-27, which begin on Friday, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislators from the opposition reached Raj Bhavan and submitted a memorandum to Himachal Pradesh Go... read..

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Himachal Pradesh Government signs MoU to harness geothermal energy potential in the state

To move closer to the goal of making Himachal Pradesh a Green Energy State, the state Chief Minister, Sukvinder Singh Sukhu, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Geotropy India Pvt. Ltd. on Thursday.... read..

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All demands of legislators being considered: HP CM; MLAs' priority planning meeting begins in Shimla

A two-day MLAs' priority planning meeting began in Shimla on Friday under the chairmanship of Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, with discussions focused on constituency-wise development priorities. In the first session, 11 legislator... read..

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False guarantees of Congress government have pushed state into financial crisis: Jai Ram Thakur.

Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition, Jai Ram Thakur on Thursday welcomed the Union Budget, calling it a "people's budget" and a "budget for a Developed India," while strongly criticising the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh govern... read..

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Himachal govt transfers 14 IPS, 2 State Police Service officers; 4 district SPs shifted

The Himachal Pradesh government has ordered the transfer and posting of 14 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and two state police service officers, including the shifting of four district police chiefs, in a major administrative reshuffle carried out h... read..

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Himachal CM chairs MLA priority meeting with MLAs of Una, Hamirpur and Sirmaur districts to finalise priorities for 2026-27

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday chaired a meeting of MLAs from Una, Hamirpur and Sirmaur districts on the first day of the first session to finalise MLAs priorities for the financial year 2026-27, the release said.... read..

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Himachal Pradesh CM launches 'Padhai with AI' app

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu formally launched the Bilaspur district administration's innovative initiative, 'Padhai with AI', at Barthin on Thursday.... read..

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BJP failed to topple elected HP govt, now trying to impose financial emergency: Himachal Minister Jagat Singh Negi

Alleging that the BJP has shifted tactics after failing to destabilise the Congress government here, Himachal Pradesh Minister Jagat Singh Negi on Wednesday said the Centre is now attempting to weaken the state financially to gain power.... read..

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Revenue deficit grant cut will severely impact Himachal's economy, all parties must unite: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reiterated in Shimla that the state government will levy revenue charges on all hydropower projects operating in the state.... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu inaugurates developmental projects worth Rs 16.26 crore in Una

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday dedicated two key development projects, completed at a cost of Rs 16.26 crore, to the people of the Amb sub-division of Una district.... read..

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Himachal CM directs preparation of new essential drugs list to ensure quality medicines

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while presiding over a review meeting of the Health Department, directed the officers to prepare a new 'Essential Drugs' List to ensure the availability of quality medicines to patients in government health ... read..

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Zero tariff puts farmers' future at risk, centre silent: Himachal Minister of Public Works Vikramaditya Singh

Minister of Public Works and Urban Development in Himachal Pradesh, Vikramaditya Singh, on Tuesday stated that the prospect of a zero-import duty on agricultural products under a potential India-US trade agreement has placed the country's agrarian economy... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu inaugurates new branch of HPSCB at Kaithu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated the newly established branch of the Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (HPSCB) at Kaithu, marking another significant step towards strengthening the cooperative banking n... read..

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Himachal's Apple growers plan mass agitation against zero-tariff US apple imports, seek state support

Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh have announced plans for a mass movement against the proposed "zero import tariff" on apples from the United States, warning that the move could devastate the hill state's apple-based economy. Farmer leaders have sought t... read..

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