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.
India A vs Australia A Women’s Series Moved Out of Dharamshala Due to Rain Threat
The upcoming three-match ODI series between India Women’s A and Australia Women’s A has been shifted from Dharamshala to Mohali due to anticipated rains in late September. However, the lone four-day match will remain at the HPCA Stadium as scheduled.
Revenue Officials Caught Red-Handed Accepting ₹1 Lakh Bribe in Himachal’s Mandi
Three revenue department personnel, including a Kanungo nearing retirement, a Patwari, and their assistant, were arrested by the Vigilance Bureau in Mandi district for demanding a ₹2 lakh bribe to process a land mutation request.
Himachal Bans Sale of Uniforms and Books in Private Schools, Warns of Cancelling Affiliation
The Himachal Pradesh Directorate of School Education has banned private schools from selling uniforms, shoes, and accessories on campus or forcing parents to buy from specific vendors. Violators face strict penalty, including cancellation of school recognition.
Himachal Pradesh High Court Lifts Local Body Ban on Kinner Kailash Yatra
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has quashed Powari Panchayat’s order banning the annual Kinner Kailash Yatra, ruling that a local body has no authority to stop the ancient pilgrimage. The Yatra will continue smoothly under administrative supervision until July 30.
Himachal Pradesh to recruit 3,000 teachers on merit; Rohit Thakur slams Centre over NEET paper leak
Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur announced the merit-based recruitment of 3,000 school teachers soon. He emphasized state exam transparency while criticizing the Union Government over the NEET paper leak, demanding strict action and zero tolerance against leaks.
Action Against Paper Leak Guilty Assured, Himachal Govt Taking Contrary Stand: Jairam Thakur
Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur criticized the Himachal Pradesh government's stance on paper leaks, contrasting PM Narendra Modi's strict policy against offender with allegations of political patronage, unaddressed recruitment irregularities, and disruption of parliamentary debates by the Congress party.
Cloudburst in Himachal’s Boh Valley: CM Sukhu Promises Speedy Restoration, Reassurance to Affected Families
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu spoke with cloudburst-affected families in Kangra's Boh Valley, assuring full government support. While financial relief has been disbursed to 36 affected families, instructions have been issued to restore essential services on a war footing.
Paper Leak Cases to be Heard in Fast-Track Courts; Congress Violating Democratic Norms, Says Rajiv Bindal
Himachal Pradesh BJP Chief Dr. Rajiv Bindal announced that paper leak cases will now be heard in fast-track courts for speedy justice. He also slated the Congress for staging street protests instead of engaging in parliamentary debate on the issue.
