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'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' is India's timeless message to the world: Himachal governor Kavinder Gupta

Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta participated in the sacred Shiv-Shakti Mahakatha and Shiv Vivah Mahotsav organised by Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan at Shimla on Saturday.... read..

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Himachal Congress begins prep for 2027 Assembly polls; Govt performance under review: Vikramaditya Singh

Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Saturday said the ruling Congress has begun preparations for the 2027 Assembly elections, with the party holding a two-day organisational meeting to review both the functioning ... read..

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Over 2.56 lakh farmers practising natural farming: Himachal CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said that the present state government was making concerted efforts to position the state as the number one natural farming state in the country.... read..

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Tibetans-in-exile hold candlelight march in Shimla after activist's self-immolation, seek global support

Members of the Tibetan community-in-exile on Saturday held a candlelight peace march and vigil in Shimla to pay tribute to Tibetan activist Lobga Rangzen, who self-immolated outside the United Nations headquarters in New York on July 2 in protest against ... read..

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Congress will return to power in Himachal in 2027, BJP will win fewer seats: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday expressed confidence that the Congress would return to power in the 2027 Assembly elections and claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would win fewer seats than it currently holds ... read..

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Himachal Congress draws roadmap for 2027 Assembly polls, directs block units to be constituted by July 15

Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee (HPCC) President Vinay Kumar on Saturday said the party has begun laying the organisational groundwork for the 2027 Assembly elections, with a major focus on strengthening the Congress from the booth level upwards and e... read..

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Monsoon active but Himachal safe for tourists, says CM's principal media advisor; appeals against "misleading narrative" hurting tourism

Chief Minister's Principal Media Advisor Naresh Chauhan said the monsoon has become active across the state over the past few days, triggering heavy rainfall, localised damage and a cloudburst incident in Kinnaur, but asserted that the overall situation r... read..

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Himachal Congress in-charge Rajani Patil reviews organisational meet, eyes cabinet expansion

All India Congress Committee (AICC) Himachal Pradesh in-charge Rajani Patil on Saturday said the party's two-day organisational meeting in Shimla is aimed at strengthening the organisation and preparing its political strategy ahead of future electoral cha... read..

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Monsoon fury in Himachal Pradesh: 60 roads blocked, NH-05 hit by cloudburst debris; power and water services disrupted

Heavy monsoon rains continued to disrupt normal life across Himachal Pradesh on Friday, with 60 roads blocked, electricity infrastructure damaged in several districts and dozens of water supply schemes rendered non-functional, according to the latest Stat... read..

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Himachal: Orange alert for heavy rain on July 6-7; IMD warns of flash floods, landslides

The Shimla Meteorological Centre has issued an orange alert for July 6 and July 7, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall across the low hill, plain and mid-hill regions of Himachal Pradesh, with authorities cautioning against the heightened risk of flas... read..

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Govt to continue introducing CBSE curriculum in state: Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur

Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Friday said the state government is moving ahead with the implementation of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum in identified government schools, asserting that the teacher selecti... read..

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AICC spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Rathore demands SC-monitored probe into Ram Temple donations theft case

Senior Congress leader and AICC spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Rathore on Friday demanded a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into the alleged irregularities involving offerings at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, alleging that the Uttar Pradesh government could n... read..

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Himachal Chief Secretary calls for stronger community participation, technology-driven disaster management

Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Kamlesh Kumar Pant has called for strengthening institutional mechanisms, community participation, technology integration and coordination among various agencies to build a more resilient disaster management system in the ... read..

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Monsoon death toll rises to 14 in Himachal; losses cross Rs 15.27 cr, 49 roads still blocked amid rain

The southwest monsoon continued to wreak havoc across Himachal Pradesh on Friday, with the death toll rising to 14 and cumulative losses to public and private property crossing Rs 15.27 crore following heavy rainfall, according to the latest situation rep... read..

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NHAI gears up for monsoon preparedness on Himachal highways, strengthens monitoring of vulnerable stretches

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has intensified its monsoon preparedness across Himachal Pradesh by implementing a series of preventive and mitigation measures aimed at ensuring safe and uninterrupted traffic movement on National Highways ... read..

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NCSC seeks report from Himachal DGP on DySP's caste atrocity complaint, orders probe

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) has issued a notice to the Director General of Police (DGP), Himachal Pradesh, seeking a detailed action taken report on a complaint filed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (Headquarters), Shimla, Vijay... read..

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Special prayers, havan held in Shimla to seek protection from monsoon disasters; BJP leaders call for environmental conservation

With the southwest monsoon setting in across Himachal Pradesh and forecasts indicating a prolonged spell of heavy rainfall, devotees gathered at the Radha-Krishna Temple in Ganj Bazaar, Shimla, on Thursday to perform a special Havan (Yagya) and offer pray... read..

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Himachal govt steps up monsoon preparedness, orders road restoration within 24 hours: Vikramaditya Singh

Amid warnings issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) of continued heavy monsoon rainfall and rising risk of rain-related disasters, Himachal Pradesh Public Works and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Thursday said that the stat... read..

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Himachal CM Sukhu orders takeover of Sunni, Luhri, and Dhaulasidh hydro projects from SJVNL

In a significant move to reclaim control over the state's natural assets, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed authorities to initiate the takeover of three major hydroelectric projects from the Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limit... read..

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Heavy to very heavy rain alert for Himachal as monsoon intensifies; day temperatures drop across state

Continuous monsoon rains lashed several parts of Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, bringing a sharp fall in daytime temperatures and prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over... read..

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Monsoon death toll rises to 9 in Himachal Pradesh; 49 roads blocked, public infrastructure hit, losses at ?69.65 lakh

The southwest monsoon continued to lash Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, pushing the weather-related death toll to nine, while severely disrupting road connectivity, electricity supply and drinking water systems across several districts.... read..

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Himachal cherries, plums exported to Oman for first time

In a significant milestone for Himachal Pradesh's horticulture sector, the first-ever export consignment of fresh cherries and plums from the state has successfully reached Oman, opening new international marketing avenues for Himachali fruits and promisi... read..

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Congress resorting to 'fake joining drama' to mislead public, fabricating defections: BJP spokesperson Sandeepni Bhardwaj

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday accused the ruling Congress party in Himachal Pradesh of orchestrating a "fake joining drama" by falsely projecting its own party workers as BJP defectors to mislead the public.... read..

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Former BJP leader Brij Lal joins Congress in Himachal; party launches statewide induction drive ahead of 2027 polls

The Himachal Pradesh Congress on Thursday launched a statewide membership and induction campaign ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections, with former BJP leader and two-time BJP Assembly candidate from Rampur, Brij Lal, joining the Congress along with around... read..

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Persistent Rainfall disrupts life in Himachal: 46 roads blocked, power supply hit; four weather-related deaths reported

Persistent rains continue to batter Himachal Pradesh, disrupting essential public services and causing widespread damage to infrastructure across several districts. According to the latest report issued by the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) on Th... read..

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Monsoon to remain active over Himachal for next 45 days; IMD issues orange alerts across several districts

The southwest monsoon has now covered the entire state of Himachal Pradesh and is expected to remain active over the coming weeks, with intermittent spells of heavy rainfall likely across several districts, according to the India Meteorological Department... read..

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Commercial LPG cylinder price cut should ultimately benefit every citizen: Himachal Governor Kavinder Gupta

Welcoming the reduction in commercial LPG cylinder prices, Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Wednesday said the benefits of such government decisions should ultimately reach the common people, expressing hope that every citizen receives economic... read..

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Himachal govt restores Non-Practicing Allowance for super-specialist medical faculty

In a significant relief for super-specialist doctors serving in government medical institutions, the Himachal Pradesh Government has restored the Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) for eligible faculty members under the Department of Medical Education and Res... read..

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HP High Court stays dissolution of Keylong, Pangi Panchayats; elected representatives to continue till further orders

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has stayed the operation of a state government notification dissolving several Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in the tribal areas of Keylong in Lahaul and Spiti district and Pangi in Chamba district, allowing the electe... read..

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Southwest Monsoon covers Himachal Pradesh; IMD issues heavy rainfall warning as tourists enjoy showers in Shimla

The Southwest Monsoon covered the entire state of Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, bringing widespread showers to Shimla, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued heavy rainfall warning for the next seven days and advised residents and tourists t... read..

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Himachal Pradesh: Six dead in accidents amid persistent monsoon rains, 35 roads blocked

Persistent monsoon rains continued to batter Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, disrupting road connectivity and electricity supply across several districts while claiming six lives, according to the latest report issued by the State Emergency Operation Centr... read..

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Himachal Pradesh pre-monsoon havoc: 128 lives lost, roads blocked, and Rs 29.8 crore in damages reported

Pre-monsoon rains and adverse weather conditions have caused widespread destruction across Himachal Pradesh, disrupting critical infrastructure and claiming 128 lives during the March 1 to June 30 period.... read..

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Himachal Governor Kavinder Gupta calls for mass social movement against drug abuse; says youth must be protected to build developed India

Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Wednesday called for a united social movement against drug abuse, saying that protecting the country's youth from addiction is essential for achieving the vision of a developed India by 2047.... read..

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Shimla Police recovers stolen jewellery worth ?45-50 lakh, arrests two women from Punjab

Shimla Police have recovered stolen gold and silver jewellery worth around ?45-50 lakh and arrested two women from Punjab in connection with a theft case registered at the Sadar Police Station, officials said on Wednesday.... read..

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Shimla Police arrest alleged mastermind in Manisha Mandal murder; brother accused of killing sister

The Shimla Police on Tuesday claimed to have cracked the sensational murder of Manisha Mittal with the arrest of the alleged mastermind, Himank Mittal, saying the killing was the outcome of a property dispute and was executed through hired shooters after ... read..

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Eight traditional Himachal products secure GI tags; CM Sukhu hails landmark achievement

In a major boost to the state's rural economy and cultural heritage, eight traditional products of social, economic, cultural, and agricultural significance from Himachal Pradesh have officially been registered as Geographical Indications (GIs).... read..

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Southwest Monsoon covers entire Himachal Pradesh, reaches state 6 days after normal onset

The Southwest Monsoon has officially covered the entire state of Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday, marking its complete advance across the hill state six days later than the normal onset date of June 25.... read..

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Shimla police arrest alleged mastermind in Manisha Mandal murder

The Shimla Police on Tuesday claimed to have cracked the sensational murder of Manisha Mittal with the arrest of the alleged mastermind, Himank Mittal, saying the killing was the outcome of a property dispute and was executed through hired shooters after ... read..

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Congress leader Ram Lal Thakur thanks Himachal CM Sukhu for restoring streams in Naina Devi Ji, Jukhala colleges

Former Minister and senior Congress Party leader Ram Lal Thakur called on Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday and thanked him for restoring the Commerce stream in Government College Naina Devi Ji in Bilaspur district to enabl... read..

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Shimla Governor distributes artificial limbs to persons with disabilities at camp organised by NGO "ACT Humane"

Governor Kavinder Gupta on Tuesday inaugurated an Artificial Limb Distribution Camp at Lok Bhavan organised by the non-governmental organisation "ACT Humane" in collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh State Red Cross Society.... read..

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Kullu maternal death: Himachal Health Minister orders suspension of doctor, high-level probe

The Himachal Pradesh Health Minister Colonel (Retd) Dhaniram Shandil on Tuesday announced the immediate suspension of the doctor concerned following the alleged negligence case linked to the death of a woman after childbirth at a government hospital in Ku... read..

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Heavy rain refreshes Shimla as monsoon nears Himachal; tourists delighted by pleasant weather

Intermittent heavy rain and showers lashed Himachal Pradesh over the past 24 hours, bringing much-needed relief from the summer heat and transforming the weather across the hill state. The state capital, Shimla, witnessed continuous rainfall throughout th... read..

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Himachal Pradesh: Anurag Thakur offers prayers at Shimla's Jakhu Temple; joins tree plantation drive

Former Union Minister and BJP MP Anurag Thakur visited the Hanuman Temple at Jakhu in Shimla on Monday morning, offering prayers and seeking blessings for the continued progress and prosperity of the nation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.... read..

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Himachal Pradesh High Court orders transfer of Kullu DC, SP, SDM; directs SIT probe into Kasol Rave Parties and Russian DJ's death

In a landmark order aimed at curbing the growing menace of illegal rave parties in Himachal Pradesh's Parvati Valley, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the immediate transfer of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) and Superintendent of Police (SP) of ... read..

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Health services in Himachal in shambles, Congress Govt only making tall claims: Former CM Jairam Thakur

Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur on Sunday took the state's Congress government to task over the issue of health services, stating that the health system of the entire State is currently on a ventilator.... read..

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Himachal CM announces Rs 10 crore for road connectivity to Bara Bhangal

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited the remote tribal region of Bara Bhangal in Kangra district to assess the damage caused by recent natural calamities, a release said.... read..

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CM Sukhu visits Himachal's most remote region 'Bara Bhangal'

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu visited Bara Bhangal - one of the most :"remote and inaccessible" regions not only of Kangra district but of Himachal Pradesh, a release said.... read..

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Robotic surgery project has turned into Himachal's biggest scandal; Government excels only in tall claims: BJP

BJP State Chief Spokesperson Rakesh Jamwal has strongly criticised the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government over what he described as the deteriorating state of healthcare infrastructure in the state. Referring to the recent admission of Rajya Sabha M... read..

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