Himachal Reservoir Fishermen to get MSP for the first time as royalty slashed to 1%
MSP on Fish HP: In a historic move for the state's inland fisheries, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has introduced a Minimum Support Price of ₹100 per kg and reduced royalty rates to provide direct financial relief to 6,000 fishermen.
Himachal Political Crisis: CM Sukhu alleges BJP plot to defame government, says Jairam Thakur’s position is ‘in danger’
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has accused the opposition of deploying social media influencers to tarnish the state government's image, while claiming the BJP is fractured into five internal factions struggling for power.
Himachal Tourism: 24 Eco-Tourism sites cleared by Center to boost jobs
Eco-Tourism Himachal Pradesh: The Union Ministry of Environment and Forests has approved 24 dedicated eco-tourism chapters across Himachal Pradesh, paving the way for sustainable development, adventure activities, and long-term employment for the local youth.
Himachal High Court pulls up Health Secretary for ‘unacceptable’ leave amid pending dues
In a significant rebuke, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has slammed the state’s Health Secretary for proceeding on leave without prior notice, stalling critical proceedings regarding the settlement of multi-crore Himcare and Ayushman Bharat medical bills.
Himachal Entry Tax row ends as Sukhu government issues final notification
Following intense protests from transporters, the Himachal Pradesh government has rolled back several tax hikes, exempting all state-registered taxis and private vehicles from entry charges while simplifying the fee structure for various commercial categories.
Shimla Drug Bust: Nepal nationals held with 9.28kg opium and 12 lakh cash
In a major breakthrough against narcotics, Shimla Police intercepted an Innova in Narkanda, seizing high-grade opium and stacks of currency while separate raids in Hamirpur unearthed a massive illegal liquor syndicate.
Kangra Airport on high alert after suspicious bag triggers bomb scare
Airport operations were suspended for three hours on Saturday morning after an unattended bag was discovered in a washroom, prompting the deployment of a bomb squad and the evacuation of all passengers and staff.
Himachal High Court Orders Immediate Pension Release for Disqualified MLAs
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has mandated the Vidhan Sabha to clear all pension arrears for two former Congress legislators within thirty days, ruling that new legislative amendments regarding disqualification do not apply to their previous assembly terms.
Shimla Temperature Plummets to 3.6°C: Coldest April Night in 47 Years
Shimla has witnessed a historic climate anomaly as temperatures crashed to near-freezing levels following unseasonal snow and rain. The India Meteorological Department confirms this as the lowest April minimum since 1979, marking a significant departure from seasonal norms across Himachal Pradesh.
Punjab pilgrims’ tragic accident: Three dead, 13 injured as trolley flips near Dhaliyara.
Punjab pilgrims met with a fatal accident in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district on Friday when their tractor-trolley overturned. The incident, which occurred at a sharp bend near Dhaliyara, left three devotees dead and thirteen others nursing injuries during their religious journey.
