Himachal Tourism Surges as Uttarakhand Boycott Calls Prompt Tourist Diversion
A massive influx of tourists is being witnessed across major Himachal Pradesh destinations, driven by extreme summer heat in the plains and ongoing controversies surrounding tourism in neighboring Uttarakhand. Hotel bookings are soaring as social media boycott campaigns prompt travelers to shift their preferences.
Property dispute main motive behind Sanjauli school director’s murder, says Himachal Police
A long-standing property dispute between a brother and sister has emerged as the primary motive behind the murder of Meenakshi Mittal, director of Saraswati Paradise International School in Sanjauli. Mittal was shot dead by unidentified assailants near the school gate on Saturday evening. Police have launched an investigation.
Sewage Leak From Industrial Area Suspected in Mandi Fish Deaths; Pollution Board Issues Notice
The Himachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board has issued a show-cause notice to the Mandi District Industries Centre following large-scale fish mortality in the Ratti stream. A joint inspection revealed that a damaged pipeline was discharging untreated sewage from a nearby industrial area directly into the water body.
Himachal Entry Tax: Protesters Set June 15 Deadline, Threaten to Intensify Stir Along Punjab Border
The ongoing agitation against Himachal Pradesh's vehicle entry tax is set to intensify. Protesters, including Nihang Sikhs and the Sangarsh Morcha, have given a 10-day ultimatum to the Punjab and Himachal governments. A crucial meeting on June 15 will decide the future course of action, including potential border blockades.
Shimla Traffic Crisis: Tourist Surge Chokes Key Entry Points as 12 Lakh Vehicles Inundate Town
A massive influx of tourists has brought Shimla to a standstill, with over 12 lakh vehicles entering the hill station over the past one and a half months. The heavy inflow has choked major entry points, prompting police to deploy extra personnel, create five management sectors, and divert traffic.
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.
