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.
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.
IMD downgrades Himachal weather warning to orange alert from July 19 to 22
The India Meteorological Department has revised its weather warning for Himachal Pradesh, replacing the previously issued red alert for July 20 and 21 with an orange alert spanning from July 19 to 22. Residents and tourists have been advised to avoid high-altitude travel and stay away from water bodies.
Himachal Govt’s ₹80/kg MSP Boosts Natural Wheat Farming in Chamba
The Himachal Pradesh government's initiative to procure naturally grown crops at minimum support price (MSP) is significantly boosting farmers' income. In Chamba district, natural wheat procurement surged in 2026, with 185.92 quintals purchased from 133 farmers at an attractive rate of ₹80 per kilogram, encouraging sustainable agriculture.
Two killed, 22 injured as HRTC bus plunges into 100-foot gorge in Shimla
Two people died and 22 others suffered injuries after a Himachal Road Transport Corporation bus skidded off the road and plunged into a 100-foot-deep gorge in the Nankhari area of Shimla district on Wednesday evening. The administration has launched relief and rescue operations.
