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.
Hamirpur Municipal Corporation to be modeled on Shimla, says CM Sukhu
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated 13 municipal shops and laid the foundation stone for the Hamirpur Municipal Corporation office building. Sukhu announced plans to model the Hamirpur MC office on Shimla’s corporation and slammed the opposition BJP, claiming the party is divided into five factions.
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.
Bir Billing Paragliding Banned for Two Months Starting July 15 Over Monsoon Safety Concerns
The administration has imposed a complete ban on both tandem and solo paragliding activities at the world-famous Bir Billing site in Kangra district from July 15 to September 15. The annual two-month suspension aims to ensure the safety of tourists and pilots amid unpredictable monsoon weather conditions.
British Tourists Drive Auto-Rickshaw into Shimla’s No-Vehicle Zone; Fined ₹1,500
Three British tourists sparked a commotion on Shimla's iconic Mall Road and Ridge after accidentally driving a Kerala-registered auto-rickshaw into the strictly prohibited no-vehicle zone. Unaware of the heritage area rules, the tourists were intercepted by the police, who fined them ₹1,500 and initiated an inquiry into the security oversight.
Himachal government orders security audit of state temples to prevent donation theft
The Himachal government has ordered a comprehensive security review and overhaul of donation management systems at all state-managed temples and religious sites. The decision follows a major donation theft controversy at the Ayodhya Ram Temple, prompting measures like mandatory CCTV surveillance, dual-locking systems, and regular police verification of staff.
HP Recruitment: 105 New Vacancies Added to Health Dept Drive; Application Portal Reopens
The HPRCA has added 105 extra vacancies for OT Assistants, Radiographers, and Senior Lab Technicians to its ongoing healthcare recruitment drive, expanding the total pool to 319 posts. The online application portal has been reopened until July 25 for new eligible candidates.
Amarnath Pilgrims’ Bus Flips in Kangra; 17 Injured, 4 Critical
A tourist bus carrying 57 Amarnath pilgrims overturned on NH-44 in Kangra's Damtal area late Sunday night, leaving 17 passengers injured. Four critically injured victims were rushed to Tanda Medical College. The driver and conductor fled the scene, prompting a police investigation into the accident.
Calling a child a ‘thief’ and threatening jail is prima facie mental cruelty, rules Himachal High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a Parwanoo school principal seeking to quash an FIR for allegedly calling a Class 7 student a "thief" and threatening him with jail. The court ruled that such actions inherently cause mental agony to a child.
RedBus, operator fined ₹10,000 for cancelling ticket 17 minutes before departure
The Kangra District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has ordered online ticketing platform RedBus and operator Bharmani Travels to pay ₹10,000 in compensation and litigation costs to a passenger after his confirmed ticket from Palampur to Delhi was cancelled just 17 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
