EV Craze Grows in Himachal Amid Rising Fuel Prices and Govt Subsidies
Rising petrol and diesel prices combined with government tax exemptions are driving electric vehicle adoption in Himachal Pradesh. Over 6,200 EVs were registered in three years, supported by 100% discounts on registration, permit, and token fees.
Himachal CM considers NPA for doctors, to spend Rs 800 crore on cancer care institutions
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said the Himachal Pradesh government is considering Non-Practising Allowance for specialist medical officers. The state will also spend Rs 800 crore to strengthen cancer care facilities across the state amid rising cases.
Himachal CM orders dress code, uniform for CBSE schools
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has directed the education department to finalise a dress code for teachers, uniforms for students and a distinct colour scheme for buildings of CBSE schools at the earliest. The teacher dress code will come into force from October 1.
New tunnels on Mandi-Kullu route pass trial, traffic likely in 4 days
People travelling from Mandi to Kullu will get major relief as new tunnels between Dayod and Hanogi under the Kiratpur-Manali four-lane project successfully completed trials. The journey time is expected to drop from nearly one hour 50 minutes to about one hour once traffic begins after safety checks.
Manali Prepares for Maiden Paragliding Pre-World Cup in October
International resort town Manali is set to host its first-ever Paragliding Pre-World Cup from October 5 to 8. Over 61 participants, including four female pilots, have registered to fly from Fatru at 10,000 feet. The event aims to position Manali as a global adventure sports hub.
Nalagarh-Ramshahr-Shimla Road Collapses Again Due to Landslide, Large Section Sinks 15 Feet
A major landslide near Kumarhatti on the Nalagarh-Ramshahr-Shimla highway has caused a significant portion of the road to sink approximately 15 feet, completely blocking traffic and raising serious safety concerns in area:
BJP MLA Sudhir Sharma Denies Links to Accused in Land Scam, Alleges Political Vendetta
Dharamshala BJP MLA and former minister Sudhir Sharma has denied any connection with Nek Ram, arrested in a Rs 13 crore land scam case, claiming he is being targeted due to political rivalry.
Himachal Mountaineer Baljeet Kaur to Receive Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award
Baljeet Kaur, an extreme athlete from Himachal Pradesh's Solan district, will be conferred the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award 2024 by President Droupadi Murmu for her remarkable achievements in mountaineering.
Centre Initiates DPR Process for 4 Major Himachal Ropeway Projects
The Union Government has initiated steps to connect four major spiritual and tourist hubs in Himachal Pradesh via ropeway networks under Parvatmala Pariyojana. Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) are currently being prepared by the NHLM to boost tourism and ease travel.
Kangana Ranaut Slams Officials Over MPLAD Funds Delay
Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut pulled up officials during a DISHA meeting over delays and irregularities in MPLAD fund utilization. She directed the administration to blacklist defaulters, enforce recovery with penalties, and demand ground-level implementation reports instead of hollow claims.
