Swetha Guru
Shweta Guru is a seasoned journalist with over 5 years of experience across various prestigious media organizations. She specializes in insightful reporting and impactful storytelling, bringing a wealth of editorial expertise to our newsroom.
Himachal Primary Teachers to Hold Shimla Protest After Talks Invited
Members of the Primary Teachers Association are staging a protest at Shimla’s Chaura Maidan over 26 long-pending demands, including the rollback of the new complex system. Despite being invited for government talks, teachers say their agitation will continue if issues remain unresolved.
NEET Paper Leak: Congress to Hold Candlelight Marches Across Himachal; Leaders Slam Centre
Himachal Pradesh Congress has announced state-wide candlelight marches on Saturday to protest NEET paper leaks and exam irregularities. Congress leaders Kuldeep Singh Rathore and Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi severely criticized the Centre for mishandling the crisis.
Himachal Pradesh Weather: Fresh Snowfall Hits High Reaches, IMD Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rain
Fresh snowfall in the high peaks of Kullu and widespread rains across Himachal Pradesh have lowered temperatures. Over 130 roads remain blocked, while the Met Department has issued an orange alert for heavy downpours from July 27.
Jaundice Outbreak in Kullu: 38 Infected, Water Samples Sent for Testing
Health authorities in Kullu are on high alert following a sudden surge in jaundice cases, with around 38 patients hospitalized. Officials have collected water samples from affected areas, dispatching four to a Pune lab for detailed testing.
Woman Killed, 7 Injured as Falling Bouldering Hits Pilgrims in Himachal’s Mandi
A woman died on the spot and seven others were injured in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district on Friday when a falling boulder struck a family traveling from Kullu to the Simsa Mata temple while they stopped for drinking water.
Himachal Congress Kicks Off Mission 2027 Strategy with Worker Outreach and District In-Charges Plan
To secure a return to power in the 2027 Himachal Assembly polls, Congress has launched a organizational drive. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu will interact with key party workers, while cabinet ministers are set to take charge of districts.
Cloudburst, Heavy Rain Wreak Havoc in Himachal; 18 Houses Damaged, Key Roads Blocked
Heavy rains and cloudbursts triggered flash floods and landslides across Himachal Pradesh, severely impacting Boh Valley in Kangra district. Eighteen houses were damaged, and over 150 roads, along with hundreds of power transformers and water schemes, were disrupted. Orange alert remains active for Kangra and Mandi districts for Wednesday.
Himachal: Ex-HP MLA Hoshiyar Singh Booked for Alleged Misuse of Discretionary Funds
The Himachal Pradesh State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case against former Dehra MLA Hoshiyar Singh for allegedly misusing Rs 8 lakh from his discretionary fund. Singh is accused of transferring money into the bank accounts of his factory employees and later taking it back in cash.
Himachal Pradesh Sees Widespread Protests in Support of Sonam Wangchuk, Activists Demand Education Minister’s Resignation
Protests erupted across Himachal Pradesh including Shimla, Solan, and Kullu on Monday as student, youth, and social outfits demanded the immediate release of environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk. Demonstrators also sought the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over paper leak cases and demanded transparency in the education system.
Himachal plans massive jump in PG medical seats from 277 to 597
In a major push to strengthen healthcare and medical education, the Himachal Pradesh government has proposed to more than double the postgraduate (PG) medical seats in state-run colleges from 277 to 597. This single-phase expansion is aimed at addressing the shortage of specialist doctors and improving patient care.
