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IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes at Assam’s Jorhat Station; Five Personnel Killed

IAF AN-32 Transport Aircraft Crashes at Assam’s Jorhat Station; Five Personnel Killed

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June 13, 2026

Five Indian Air Force personnel, including two officers, were killed after an AN-32 transport aircraft crashed and caught fire during a routine sortie at the Jorhat Air Force Station in Assam on Saturday morning. The IAF has launched an investigation to ascertain the cause of the accident.

June Smartphone Blitz: Massive Batteries, High Refresh Rates to Dominate Launches

June Smartphone Blitz: Massive Batteries, High Refresh Rates to Dominate Launches

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June 2, 2026

The Indian smartphone market is bracing for a blockbuster June 2026, with top brands preparing major launches across all price segments. From massive 9000mAh batteries to blazing-fast 165Hz displays, consumers looking for budget, mid-range, premium, or gaming devices will be spoiled for choice.

Himachal Governor fuel conservation: Helicopter use banned, convoy cut by half

Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta Says Indian Waters Belong to Indian States First

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June 1, 2026

Governor Kavinder Gupta said that water from India’s rivers should first meet the needs of states such as Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana before any consideration is given to Pakistan. He also questioned past concessions to Pakistan and referred to the Indus Waters Treaty and mistakes made during the 1947

Chambal Sand Mining: Supreme Court slams officials over bridge collapse risk Himachal

Himachal Government to Move Supreme Court Against High Court Order on Contractual Employee Benefits Act

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May 28, 2026

Himachal government has decided to approach the Supreme Court to protect the Employees Act brought in to stop contractual service benefits. The move comes after the High Court struck down the 2024 law and directed the state to provide eligible employees all contractual service benefits within three months.

Kasauli Forest Fire Brought Under Control After 18-Hour Joint Operation by Army, Air Force

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May 27, 2026

Amid intense heat in Himachal Pradesh, a massive forest fire in Kasauli triggered a large-scale rescue operation involving the Army, Air Force, and local administration. After more than 18 hours of continuous efforts, authorities managed to largely control the fire, which had spread across Gilbert Trail and Upper Mall areas.

Ebola Virus Latest News

Ebola Scare: India Issues Strict Travel Advisory for 3 African Nations; Steps up Airport Surveillance

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May 24, 2026

The Union Health Ministry has issued a strict travel advisory advising citizens against non-essential travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. This precautionary move follows the WHO declaring the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus a global health emergency. Surveillance at airports has been heightened

Government Rejects Rumours of Monetising Gold from Temples and Homes

Government Rejects Rumours of Monetising Gold from Temples and Homes

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May 19, 2026

The Centre has firmly dismissed rumours that it plans to monetise gold lying in temples and households, calling them false and misleading. The Finance Ministry clarified on Tuesday that it has no such intention and urged citizens to rely only on official sources.

Himachal Heatwave Intensifies

Himachal Heatwave Intensifies: Una Records 39.7°C as Temperatures Rise Across Hills

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May 19, 2026

Rising day temperatures across plains and hills force residents to limit outdoor activity; IMD predicts marginal relief from western disturbance mainly in higher reaches over next few days.

Himachal Minister Dharmani Slams Exam Paper Leaks as ‘Serious Betrayal’

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May 17, 2026

Himachal Pradesh Technical Education Minister Rajesh Dharmani has strongly criticised recurring examination paper leaks, describing them as a grave injustice to meritorious students and demanding stricter action against coaching centres and organised rackets involved in the fraud.

CM Sukhu slams PM Modi over gold call and missing funds

CM Sukhu slams PM Modi over gold call and missing funds

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May 14, 2026

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent appeal regarding gold purchases, while also raising serious concerns over the non-release of a ₹1500 crore central relief package for the state.

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