Himachal CM Sukhu Accuses Opposition BJP of Disrespecting National Anthem in Assembly
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday accused Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs of disrespecting the National Anthem on the first day of the state Assembly's monsoon session, alleging they staged a Vande Mataram controversy to distract from corruption
Sharp Surge in Sugar Prices Escalates Cost Pressures for BBN Pharma Industry
A steep rise of Rs 20 to 25 per kg in sugar prices has triggered concern among common consumers and pharmaceutical manufacturers in Himachal Pradesh’s Baddi-Barotiwala-Nalagarh belt, driving up production costs for syrups and Ayurvedic medicines.
Himachal Assembly Adjourned in 12 Minutes on Day 1 Amid High Voltage Ruckus Over National Anthem and Employment
The 12th Monsoon Session of the 14th Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly witnessed a stormy opening on Friday, August 21, as heavy opposition protests over the national anthem and youth unemployment led to the adjournment of proceedings within 12 minutes.
4 Dead, 7 Injured in Two-Truck Collision Inside Mandi’s Hanogi Tunnel
Four people died and seven sustained severe injuries in a head-on collision between two trucks inside the Hanogi Tunnel on the Chandigarh-Manali Fourlane in Mandi on Thursday morning. Police cited speeding as the primary reason for the accident.
HRTC Bus Dangling Over 200-Meter Gorge Saved by Parapet in Bilaspur; 40 Passengers Escape Unhurt
A major tragedy was averted in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district on Thursday morning after an HRTC bus dangling over a 200-meter-deep gorge was stopped by a roadside parapet following a collision with a private bus, saving 40 passengers.
3 Dead as Massive Landslide Buries Vehicles in Himachal’s Sirmaur Mining Site
Three people lost their lives after a sudden landslide buried two dumpers and an LNT machine at a mine in the Kamrau tehsil of Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district. NDRF, police, and locals retrieved all three bodies following an extensive rescue operation.
BJP MLA Dr Janak Raj Slams Congress Over Camp Obstacles, Hits Out at ‘Faction-Ridden’ Govt
High drama unfolded in Nadaun on Wednesday after the Health Department sought clarification regarding permission for a free medical consultation camp organized by NGO Amogh Sankalp, where BJP MLA and renowned neurosurgeon Dr Janak Raj examined around 150 patients.
Himachal Pradesh Govt Restrains Field Officers from Decisions on Staff Benefits After SC Verdict
Following the dismissal of the Himachal Pradesh government's appeal in the Supreme Court regarding the Employee Act, the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led administration has directed that all decisions on contractual staff benefits will now strictly require administrative department approval.
Himachal Monsoon Fury: 197 Dead, 279 Roads Blocked Across State as Losses Cross ₹1,000 Crore
Monsoon-related disasters and road accidents have claimed 197 lives in Himachal Pradesh, with 313 injured and one missing. Over 279 roads remain blocked, while public and private infrastructure damage has crossed ₹1,000 crore, according to official reports.
Himachal Assembly Monsoon Session to Begin August 21 with 10 Sittings; All-Party Meet Called on Aug 20
The 12th session of the 14th Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha begins on August 21. Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania confirmed receiving 1,036 online questions as MLAs prepare to confront the government on flood destruction, central relief, and state finances.
