Himachal Pradesh mandates plastic waste use for road construction
Himachal Pradesh’s PWD has issued a new SOP to use carry bags, milk pouches and other plastic waste in bitumen roads. The move aims to reduce plastic pollution while improving road durability.
Himachal: FIR Filed Against Ex-Congress Deputy AG, Former RERA Chief in Shimla
Shimla police have registered an FIR against advocate Vinay Sharma and former RERA chairman Shrikant Baldi based on a complaint by former chief secretary Sanjay Gupta. The case includes non-bailable offences under BNS.
Himachal to Draft Land Pooling Policy, Plan New BBN Township
The Himachal Pradesh government will formulate a Land Pooling Policy based on models adopted by other states, including Punjab. The move aims to support planned urban development, reduce traffic congestion in Shimla, and facilitate the development of a new township in the Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh region.
Delhi Man Arrested for Murder After Crushing Pedestrian in Kullu
A 29-year-old Delhi resident was booked for murder in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, after he allegedly rammed his car into a pedestrian, dragged him for 25 feet, and reversed the vehicle over him. The victim died on the spot.
HP High Court Lawyers Protest Vehicle Ban on Shimla Sealed Road
Himachal Pradesh High Court advocates staged protests outside the Chief Minister’s residence and Secretariat against a ban on their vehicles on the Chhota Shimla-High Court sealed road. During the stir, lawyers forced police to issue a ₹1,500 challan to PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh's car.
Model Code of Conduct Lifted in Himachal After Local Body Polls, Clearing Way for Development Works and Recruitment
State Election Commission has withdrawn the Model Code of Conduct in Himachal with immediate effect following the completion of Panchayati Raj and urban local body elections.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta Says Indian Waters Belong to Indian States First
Governor Kavinder Gupta said that water from India’s rivers should first meet the needs of states such as Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana before any consideration is given to Pakistan. He also questioned past concessions to Pakistan and referred to the Indus Waters Treaty and mistakes made during the 1947
Shimla Administration Bans Protests, Rallies and Public Gatherings at 10 Identified Locations Till July 31
To maintain public order in Shimla, the district administration has prohibited dharnas, protests, rallies, processions and public meetings at 10 identified locations across the city. The restrictions have been imposed with immediate effect and will remain in force until July 31, 2026.
Himachal Government Announces Major Health Sector Reforms, 20% Incentive for Doctors
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced a series of major reforms to strengthen healthcare services and medical education in Himachal Pradesh. The government will introduce a 20 percent incentive scheme for doctors, fill vacant posts in medical colleges and hospitals, and expand postgraduate medical seats across the state.
NHAI Agrees to Pay Rs 1.80 Crore Compensation After Farmer Challenges ‘Act of God’ Claim
A farmer from Shimla approached the National Green Tribunal after a landslide allegedly caused by the Kalka-Shimla highway widening project damaged his apple orchard. After initially terming the incident an “Act of God”, NHAI later agreed to pay Rs 1.80 crore compensation, leading to the withdrawal of the case.
