Manimahesh Yatra: Daily pilgrim limit set at 5,000; Kugti route restricted
Following last year’s devastating flash floods, the Chamba administration has introduced strict safety measures for the upcoming Manimahesh Yatra. The pilgrimage will feature a daily quota of 5,000 devotees, mandatory online registration via an e-pass system, drone surveillance, and the closure of the hazardous Kugti parikrama route.
Himachal Pradesh HC Bans Construction of Buildings Above Six Floors in Solan’s Barog, Kumarhatti
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has banned the construction of buildings higher than six floors in Barog, Kumarhatti, and adjacent areas of Solan district. Responding to a PIL alleging massive illegal construction, hill cutting, and environmental violations, the court has also ordered a high-level probe into the green cover loss.
Monsoon Update: Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Himachal, Tourists Warned to Stay Away From Rivers
The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for Himachal Pradesh from July 18 to 23, with intense downpours expected between July 20 and 22. Authorities have also warned tourists and residents to stay away from the Parbati river banks following water release from the Pulga Dam.
Rampur bus accident: Inspection committee rules out mechanical failure, blames cave-in on road edge
An initial probe into the HRTC bus accident in Shimla's Rampur has revealed that a caved-in road edge and narrow width caused the crash, ruling out any technical defects in the vehicle. The bus rolled 150 meters down into agricultural land, leaving several injured.
Himachal plans massive jump in PG medical seats from 277 to 597
In a major push to strengthen healthcare and medical education, the Himachal Pradesh government has proposed to more than double the postgraduate (PG) medical seats in state-run colleges from 277 to 597. This single-phase expansion is aimed at addressing the shortage of specialist doctors and improving patient care.
Himachal High Court Pulls Up Centre Over Crumbling 138-Year-Old Viceregal Lodge
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has expressed serious concern over the deteriorating condition of the historic Viceregal Lodge in Shimla, which houses the Indian Institute of Advanced Study. Terming it a failure of the Union Ministry of Education, the court has demanded a detailed response from the Central government.
Mandatory Registration Now Required to Adopt a Child Within Family in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh has made it mandatory to register with the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) for adopting a child within the family or by step-parents. The Shimla district administration confirmed that adoption certificates will now be issued by the District Magistrate only after the legal process is completed.
Himachal Crypto Fraud: ED Arrests Three for Duping 2.48 Lakh Investors of Rs 500 Crore
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested three individuals in connection with a massive Rs 500-crore cryptocurrency scam that defrauded nearly 2.48 lakh investors across Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. The accused have been remanded to 12-day agency custody by a special court for further investigation.
Former IAS, professors join Solan protest in support of Sonam Wangchuk over paper leaks
Hundreds of youths, women, retired bureaucrats, and intellectuals staged a one-day hunger strike in Himachal Pradesh’s Solan to support environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk's ongoing protest against paper leaks. The protestors demanded systemic reforms in the examination system and the immediate resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Himachal to deploy 297 new e-buses soon, 4 modern e-depots on the anvil
Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri announced that 297 new electric buses will soon hit the roads as the government finalises operational formalities. Presiding over HRTC’s 163rd Board of Directors meeting, Agnihotri also approved four new e-depots and cleared the procurement of tyres and 50 new batteries.
