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SC Refuses to Stay Animated Film ‘Mahaprabhu Jagannath’, Says Art and Creativity Must Not Be Stifled
The Supreme Court on Wednesday rejected the Odisha government's plea seeking a stay on the release of the animated film 'Mahaprabhu Jagannath'. A bench comprising Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice R. Mahadevan refused to alter its earlier order permitting the release.
Right to Peaceful Protest Guaranteed, But Police Safety Equally Crucial: Supreme Court
Observing that the right to peaceful protest is a constitutional guarantee, the Supreme Court has ruled that agitations cannot justify police excesses. Voicing equal concern over injuries to police personnel, the apex court called for a uniform nationwide protocol.
Himachal Pradesh Receives First Instalment of ₹2,395 Crore Under ‘Pride of Hills’ Scheme
Facing severe financial strain after the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant, Himachal Pradesh has received ₹2,395 crore as the first instalment under the Centre's 'Pride of Hills' scheme to support ongoing development works and financial needs
13 Dead as Boulder Crushes Vehicle in Lahaul-Spiti’s Kadu Nallah
Thirteen people travelling from Kullu-Manali to Pangi Valley lost their lives on Friday when a massive boulder crushed their vehicle near Kadu Nallah in Lahaul-Spiti’s Udaipur subdivision, shortly after the landslide-hit road was reopened for traffic.
Himachal Pradesh High Court Lifts Local Body Ban on Kinner Kailash Yatra
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has quashed Powari Panchayat’s order banning the annual Kinner Kailash Yatra, ruling that a local body has no authority to stop the ancient pilgrimage. The Yatra will continue smoothly under administrative supervision until July 30.
Cloudburst in Himachal’s Boh Valley: CM Sukhu Promises Speedy Restoration, Reassurance to Affected Families
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu spoke with cloudburst-affected families in Kangra's Boh Valley, assuring full government support. While financial relief has been disbursed to 36 affected families, instructions have been issued to restore essential services on a war footing.
Himachal Scholarship Scam: SC Cancels Anticipated Bail of Himalayan Group Chairman Rajneesh Bansal
The Supreme Court has revoked the anticipatory bail granted to Rajneesh Bansal, Chairman of Himalayan Group of Professional Institutions, in the ₹250-crore Himachal Pradesh post-matric scholarship scam, paving the way for his custodial interrogation by the Enforcement Directorate.
Governor Kavinder Gupta makes surprise halt at Solan café, interacts with locals
In a people-centric gesture, Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta made an unscheduled stop at a café near Dharampur in Solan district while traveling to Chandigarh.
Manimahesh Yatra: Daily pilgrim limit set at 5,000; Kugti route restricted
Following last year’s devastating flash floods, the Chamba administration has introduced strict safety measures for the upcoming Manimahesh Yatra. The pilgrimage will feature a daily quota of 5,000 devotees, mandatory online registration via an e-pass system, drone surveillance, and the closure of the hazardous Kugti parikrama route.
Himachal Pradesh HC Bans Construction of Buildings Above Six Floors in Solan’s Barog, Kumarhatti
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has banned the construction of buildings higher than six floors in Barog, Kumarhatti, and adjacent areas of Solan district. Responding to a PIL alleging massive illegal construction, hill cutting, and environmental violations, the court has also ordered a high-level probe into the green cover loss.
