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"Virbhadra Singh's name is an inspiration in itself": Himachal Governor at International Boxing Championship

The International Professional Boxing Championship, organised in memory of former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh, witnessed enthusiastic participation and powerful messages from top dignitaries, who praised the initiative not only for cel... read..

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Farmers' Unions from hill states announce July 9 protest against possible zero-tariff deal with U.S.

Farmer unions and apple growers from Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttarakhand have jointly declared a nationwide strike on July 9 to protest against the possible inclusion of agricultural produce under a zero-tariff framework reportedly bein... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu unveils Forest Department's green activity calendar

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released an activity calendar for the Forest Department on Monday, showcasing the wide range of environmental programmes conducted across Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of International Environment Day.... read..

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Congress pays glowing tribute to former CM Virbhadra Singh on 91st birth anniversary

The Himachal Pradesh Congress paid glowing tributes to six-time Chief Minister and party stalwart Virbhadra Singh on his 91st birth anniversary, with senior leaders and workers gathering at the Congress headquarters in Shimla for a solemn remembrance cere... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu expresses grief over senior journalist Rajesh Parashar's demise

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday expressed grief over senior journalist Rajesh Parashar's sudden demise and conveyed condolences to his family.... read..

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Shimla: Boxing championship held in memory of former Himachal CM Virbhadra Singh

In a blend of tribute and awareness, an international professional boxing championship was held at the historic Ridge in Shimla on Saturday in memory of six-time Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh.... read..

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Himachal govt to intensify campaign against drugs: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday said that the state government has launched a vigorous campaign against drug abuse, which is receiving encouraging support from the youth, a release said.... read..

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HP High Court quashes teacher's transfer ordered solely on DO Note; criticises Govt for bypassing policy

The Himachal Pradesh High Court on Saturday quashed the transfer order of a government school teacher, observing that the transfer was made "only on the basis of a D.O. (Demi Official) note" without any independent review by the authorities, thus violatin... read..

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Shimla hosts International Boxing Championship to honor Virbhadra Singh, combat drug abuse

Professional boxers from India, Russia, and Uzbekistan assembled at the historic Ridge in Shimla on Saturday for a face-off ahead of an international professional boxing championship, which will be held on Sunday in memory of former Himachal Pradesh Chief... read..

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HP High Court directs Himachal Pradesh University to release Associate Professor's salary; cites UGC rules

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) to release the salary of Dr. Bhawani Singh, who was promoted as Associate Professor (Hindi) in September 2022 under the UGC's Career Advancement Scheme (CAS), but has since bee... read..

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Prepared for rescue, restoration work: Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh on tackling monsoon challenges

Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Vikramaditya Singh said that the government has taken proactive steps, including coordination meetings with all concerned departments and deployment of machinery in vulnerable zones, as the southwest... read..

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"Sukhu govt's mindset is anti-Sanatan": Jairam Thakur attacks Congress govt

Himachal Pradesh LoP and former Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Saturday launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu led Congress government, accusing them of fostering an "anti-Sanatan" mindset and systematically targeting the Hi... read..

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"Yoga now part of daily life across globe due to PM Modi's efforts," says HP Governor Shukla

Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday led a yoga session at the Raj Bhavan in Shimla to mark the 11th International Yoga Day.... read..

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Himachal Pradesh HC directs State govt to grant paternity leave to regularised employees

In a judgment aimed at strengthening parental rights of government employees, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the State Government to treat the leave availed by a regularised Assistant Professor as paternity leave.... read..

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Political parties divided on 'One Nation, One Election'; people support the idea: BJP's Jai Ram Thakur

The Joint Committee on the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2024 and the Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024, currently on a nationwide consultation tour, visited Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday as part of its outreach to gather state-level feedback o... read..

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Himachal HC orders state govt to grant NOC to doctor for super specialty course

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to a government doctor for pursuing a Super Specialty course.... read..

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Himachal CM inaugurates historic Shoolini fair at Solan

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday inaugurated the three-day-long State-level historic Shoolini Fair at Solan, as said in the release.... read..

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Cheating row in police recruitment: Ex-Himachal CM demands CM's resignation, SIT probe into exam scam

Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Friday launched a blistering attack on the Congress-led state government over the recent allegations of mass cheating and irregularities in the police recruitment examinati... read..

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Himachal HC slams state govt, imposes penalty for delay in RERA appointment and extension of chief secretary

The Himachal Pradesh High Court came down heavily on the state government on Friday for its failure to act on two major administrative concerns the delay in appointments to the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) and the controversial six-month extens... read..

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Monsoon arrives in Himachal ahead of schedule, Heavy rain predicted over next 7 days

The southwest monsoon officially entered Himachal Pradesh on Friday, five days before its normal onset date of June 25. It will grip the entire state by June 25, which weather department stated as 'normal.'... read..

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Himachal Pradesh Speaker invites CM to CPA India Region Zone-II annual conference in Dharamshala

Speaker of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha, Kuldeep Singh Pathania, has extended a formal invitation to Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to grace the inaugural ceremony of the Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (... read..

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Anurag Thakur thanks centre for Rs 2,006.40 cr disaster aid, criticise Congress for 'selective gratitude'

BJP MP from Hamirpur and former Union Minister Anurag Thakur has thanked the Central Government for releasing Rs 2,006.40 crore for disaster restoration in Himachal Pradesh while sharply criticising the state Congress government for its alleged lack of ac... read..

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Six new Milk plants to be set up in Himachal: CM Sukhu

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday directed to establish the dairy cooperative societies across the state adding that six new milk plants will be set up in the state.... read..

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Shimla Jal Prabandhan Nigam's Customer Facilitation Centre inaugurated

MLA of Shimla Urban and Mayor of Shimla Municipal Corporation inaugurated the first Customer Facilitation Centre (CFC) of Shimla Jal Prabandhan Nigam Limited (SJPNL) on Wednesday in Sanjauli.... read..

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Himachal CM inaugurates newly constructed Rs 14.174 crore bus stand at Theog

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated the newly constructed bus stand at Theog, built at a cost of Rs 14.84 crore, and the APMC Fruit and Vegetable Market Complex at Shilaru, constructed at a cost of Rs 23 crore, ... read..

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Himachal CM inaugurates newly constructed Rs 14.84 crore bus stand at Theog

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated the newly constructed bus stand at Theog, built at a cost of Rs 14.84 crore, and the APMC Fruit and Vegetable Market Complex at Shilaru, constructed at a cost of Rs 23 crore, ... read..

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We thank Centre, but seek full Rs 9000 crores restoration support: Himachal Minister on Centre's disaster aid

Himachal Pradesh Industry Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan has expressed gratitude to the Central government for releasing Rs 2006.40 crore towards disaster restoration efforts following the unprecedented natural calamity that devastated the state in 2023.... read..

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Himachal Pradesh CM interacts with students of Government Senior Secondary School, Baga Sarahan

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday visited the Government Senior Secondary School Baga Sarahan, under the Nirmand Sub-Division of Kullu district, an official statement said.... read..

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Firemen discharge responsibilities comparable to constables: HP High Court orders state to consider pay revision

In a significant decision that could have wide-ranging implications for uniformed personnel in Himachal Pradesh, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the state government to consider revising the pay scale of firemen in accordance with a 2012 noti... read..

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Accountability will be fixed, increment can be withheld in schools with poor results: Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur

In a decisive move to fix accountability and improve educational standards, the Himachal Pradesh Education Department has decided to initiate strict measures against government school teachers and heads where student performance in board examinations has ... read..

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Himachal govt conducts statewide review to gear up for monsoon season

As monsoon season approaches, the Himachal Pradesh government has intensified its efforts to minimise potential losses from rain-related disasters by initiating a comprehensive preparedness plan across the state.... read..

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Tourist influx chokes Himachal roads: Over 3 lakh vehicles enter Shimla in two weeks, authorities plan traffic reforms

With the summer holiday season in full swing, Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a massive influx of tourists from across the country, especially from the northern states. This surge has brought life to a near standstill in the hill capital, Shimla, as traffi... read..

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Parents entitled to pension after widow's remarriage: Himachal Pradesh High Court orders pension for 83-year-old BSF soldier's mother

In a significant ruling, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has held that "parents become entitled to family pension when the widow remarries," while coming to the aid of an 83-year-old mother of a Border Security Force (BSF) soldier.... read..

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NITI Aayog's suggestion on tariff-free US apple import is death warrant for Indian growers: HP farmers

A major uproar has erupted among apple growers in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir following a recommendation by NITI Aayog to the central government to either significantly reduce or completely abolish import duties on agricultural ... read..

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Light to moderate rain likely in Himachal Pradesh; IMD issues yellow alert for six districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert on Monday in six districts of Himachal Pradesh following heavy rainfall in the state.... read..

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Himachal Pradesh: Police recover 11 grams of heroin in Shimla, 2 arrested

Shimla police recovered 11 grams of heroin (chitta) near Panthaghati in Shimla and arrested two accused in connection with the case, police said on Monday in a release.... read..

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Borders may change from Kutch to Ladakh if Balochistan, Sindh and others rise against Pakistan: Indresh Kumar

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) senior leader Indresh Kumar on Sunday suggested a potential shift in the India-Pakistan border.... read..

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"Would bring prosperity to the state": RSS' Indresh Kumar on launch of tourism activities at Shipki-La pass

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader Indresh Kumar stated that the launch of tourism activities at Shipki-La mountain pass on the India-Tibet border would bring prosperity to Himachal Pradesh. He also asserted that such initiatives would reaffirm Indi... read..

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Himachal CM unveils Rs 25.79 crore development projects in Una

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu during his visit to the Una Assembly constituency on Monday, dedicated and laid the foundation stones of multiple development projects amounting to Rs. 25.79 crore, with a focus on strengthening educa... read..

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Himachal Pradesh: 'Special leave attendance' for sportsperson participating in National and International events

Promoting holistic development of the players who participate in National, State and International sports competition, the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has issued directions to various sports bodies to consider them as being pres... read..

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Himachal Pradesh becomes authorised govt recruiter for overseas employment

In a significant development, the Ministry of External Affairs on Monday granted a Recruitment Agent License (RAL) to Himachal Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (HPSEDC).... read..

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