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Mandatory Registration Now Required to Adopt a Child Within Family in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh has made it mandatory to register with the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) for adopting a child within the family or by step-parents. The Shimla district administration confirmed that adoption certificates will now be issued by the District Magistrate only after the legal process is completed.
Himachal Pradesh to install advanced MRI, CT scan machines in regional hospitals, medical colleges: CM Sukhu
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced a major healthcare upgrade, directing the installation of advanced 1.5 Tesla MRI machines across eight regional and district hospitals. The state is also procuring digital mammography equipment, 256-slice CT scanners, and handheld X-ray machines to bolster diagnostic services in remote regions.
HPSCB to suspend digital and branch banking services for five days from July 17
The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank (HPSCB) will temporarily suspend branch and digital banking services from the evening of July 17 to the morning of July 22. The 5-day shutdown is required to upgrade the bank’s core banking system to Finacle CBS under a NABARD project.
HC seeks Himachal govt’s reply on delay in opening newly constructed school building in Mandi
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued a notice to the state government over the delay in opening the newly constructed building of the Senior Secondary School Deori in Mandi district. The court questioned why students are being accommodated elsewhere when the new infrastructure is already fully ready.
Himachal Speeds Up Technical Survey for 1,500 MW Lahaul-Spiti Hydro Project
The Himachal Pradesh government has fast-tracked the technical process for a proposed 1,500 MW hydro power project in Chamba's Jyuri, utilizing water from the Bhaga river in Lahaul-Spiti. Soil samples have been sent for testing to design the 10-km tunnel and powerhouse infrastructure, officials confirmed.
Bahra University, Govt PG College Solan sign MoU to boost academic ties
Bahra University and Government PG College Solan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to foster academic collaboration and research. As part of the initiative, final-year Science students from the government college attended a one-day academic exposure programme at the university campus in Waknaghat to gain hands-on practical experience.
Meta sued by ex-employees over alleged use of AI in mass layoffs
Twenty-six former Meta employees have filed a lawsuit accusing the tech giant of using AI-powered software to disproportionately target workers with disabilities or those on medical leave for mass layoffs. The plaintiffs claim the company relied on productivity metrics and AI token usage, which Meta has strongly denied.
CERT-In sets up ‘AI War Room’ to tackle vulnerabilities in foreign models, boost indigenous security
To counter emerging cyber threats, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has established a specialized 'AI War Room'. The facility will test advanced foreign artificial intelligence models, identify potential security vulnerabilities, and help build robust indigenous safety mechanisms to reduce over-reliance on foreign technologies.
Himachal to Launch High Value Nut Mission from 2026 to Boost Horticulture and Farmer Income
The Himachal Pradesh government will launch the High Value Nut Mission (2026-2031) to promote temperate nut crops like walnuts, almonds, apricots, and chilgoza. The initiative aims to address declining productivity, rejuvenate 1,000 hectares of orchards, set up processing units, and enhance farmers' income through modern techniques and infrastructure.
IMD Issues Heavy Rain and Storm Alert for 17 States, Including UP, Delhi, and Bihar, on July 13
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain and thunderstorm alert for 17 states, including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Bihar, for July 13. High-speed winds reaching up to 85 kmph are expected, prompting warnings for potential damage, uprooted trees, hail, and lightning across vulnerable regions.
