Lahaul-Spiti DC Treks 14 km to Inspect Ghepan Glacial Lake Amid Flood Risks
Lahaul-Spiti Deputy Commissioner Kiran Bhadana trekked 14 km to inspect the high-altitude Ghepan Glacial Lake. The administration is stepping up monitoring and early warning systems after assessments revealed floodwaters could reach nearby villages in just five minutes.
Royal Bengal Tiger Pair Arrives at Shri Renukaji Mini Zoo After 12-Year Wait
Ending a 12-year wait, a pair of Royal Bengal Tigers from Gorewada, Nagpur, arrived safely at Shri Renukaji Mini Zoo in Himachal Pradesh after a 41-hour road journey. The zoo has built an ultra-modern enclosure costing Rs 1.68 crore for them.
Flight Services from Kullu to Jammu to Begin, Air Connectivity Boost Set to Spur Tourism
A new air route connecting Bhuntar Airport in Kullu to Jammu via Hisar is currently in the works. Operated by Alliance Air using a 48-seater aircraft, the service aims to boost local tourism and assist Vaishno Devi pilgrims.
Himachal Government Moves to Reclaim Dhaulasidh Project; CM Sukhu Counters Anurag Thakur on Medical College
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu laid the foundation stone of the ₹31.19 crore Sadhora Pattan bridge over the Beas river. He also announced reclaiming the Dhaulasidh power project and shared updates on key health and infrastructure projects.
Himachal HC Raps Authorities Over Illegal Construction and Tree Felling, Warns Forest Department of CBI Probe
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has warned that if the department fails to submit a fair and accurate report on the damage caused, the matter will be handed over to the CBI. The court rejected the Forest Department's status report, calling it an attempt to suppress the case.
Himachal Clears Path for Recruitment of 228 Doctors; 70 Backlog and 158 New Posts to Be Filled
New recruitments and deployment of freshly appointed doctors in Himachal will improve health services and provide patients with better treatment facilities.
Himachal Pensioners Issue 15-Day Ultimatum to Government, Warn of Major Stir in Shimla If Demands Not Met
Himachal Pradesh pensioners have issued a 15-day ultimatum to the state government, threatening to intensify their agitation and march to Shimla during the winter Assembly session if their long-pending financial liabilities and various key demands are not met.
Shri Naina Devi Temple Kitchen Entry Row Escalates: Head Priest Defends SDM, Casteist Slur Charges Filed Against Complainant
A row over SDM Dharmpal Choudhary's entry into the Shri Naina Devi temple kitchen took a new turn after Head Priest Prabhat Sharma defended the official, rejecting claims of tradition violations and demanding action against the complainant for casteist remarks.
Himachal High Court Cracks Down on Local Obstruction of Strategic India-China Border Road
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the Kinnaur administration to ensure uninterrupted construction of a strategic Indo-China border road. The single bench warned of contempt proceedings if local residents continue to obstruct the high-altitude ITBP infrastructure project.
Himachal Adventure Sports Resume September 16 After Two-Month Monsoon Gap
Paragliding in Bir Billing and river rafting in Kullu-Manali will resume on September 16 after a two-month monsoon hiatus. Authorities have finalized safety preparations, and local operators expect a surge in tourism, offering relief to thousands dependent on adventure activities.
