Rohit Kumar
Rohit Kumar is a journalist with over six years of experience across different institutions. For the last two years, he has been working with Prajasatta. He focuses on news reporting, institutional developments, and ground-level stories. His work is fact-based, clear, and impact-driven.
IGMC Shimla to Train Doctors Across Departments for Robotic Surgery
Shimla’s IGMC is expanding robotic surgery beyond general surgery and gynaecology. Doctors across various departments will now undergo on-site training to perform complex procedures, ensuring patients in Himachal Pradesh get advanced, high-tech treatment locally.
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train Suspended Till July 29 Amid Landslide Threats
Railway authorities have suspended the 8 AM Kalka-Shimla toy train till July 29 citing bad weather and landslide risks along the heritage track. The precautionary move faced criticism from passengers after earlier weather warnings and train cancellations proved unnecessary.
Gold Prices Drop Across Indian Cities as Brent Crude Crosses $100 Barrel
Gold rally halted on Friday as rates dropped across major Indian cities, with 24-karat gold in Delhi falling to ₹1,46,320 per 10 grams. Tensions between the US and Iran pushed Brent crude past $100 per barrel, sparking rate hike fears.
HPBOSE Chairman Denies Paper Leak Claims, Hits Back at Nadda
Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education Chairman Dr. Rajesh Sharma rejected claims of board exam paper leaks in Himachal Pradesh, urging BJP leaders not to politicize education. Reacting to remarks by Union Minister JP Nadda, he demanded the Central Education Minister's resignation over NEET controversies.
Lathi-Charge on Protesting Students Marks Beginning of Modi Govt’s Fall: Vikramaditya Singh
Himachal Pradesh Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh has launched a sharp attack on the Union government following a lathi-charge on protesting students in Delhi. Singh alleged that the Modi administration suppresses youth voices, ignores widespread corruption in the education system, and relies on authoritarian tactics to maintain its hold on
Sonam Wangchuk Sets 3 Conditions to End Hunger Strike Ahead of Parliament Session
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, currently admitted to Safdarjung Hospital, has set three conditions to end his hunger strike. Wangchuk stated he would call off his fast if the government accepts responsibility for recent education system failures like paper leaks, or if MPs assure him the issue will be raised in
Monsoon Update: Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Himachal, Tourists Warned to Stay Away From Rivers
The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for Himachal Pradesh from July 18 to 23, with intense downpours expected between July 20 and 22. Authorities have also warned tourists and residents to stay away from the Parbati river banks following water release from the Pulga Dam.
Himachal High Court Pulls Up Centre Over Crumbling 138-Year-Old Viceregal Lodge
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has expressed serious concern over the deteriorating condition of the historic Viceregal Lodge in Shimla, which houses the Indian Institute of Advanced Study. Terming it a failure of the Union Ministry of Education, the court has demanded a detailed response from the Central government.
HP to Woo Investors with Rs 3 Per Unit Power at Una Bulk Drug Park
The Himachal Pradesh government plans to offer electricity at a highly subsidized rate of Rs 3 per unit to attract investments to its upcoming Bulk Drug Park in Una. The initiative aims to reduce production costs and provide a highly competitive environment for pharmaceutical manufacturers.
India-UK Trade Deal Set to Boost Duty-Free Steel Exports to $1 Billion
India's annual duty-free steel exports to the UK are projected to reach $1 billion under the newly active trade agreement. The boost comes after successful negotiations secured India a larger quota under the UK's new steel safeguard measures, which otherwise levy a 50 percent tariff on excess imports.
