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.
Renuka Dam Protest: Families Face Displacement Without Fair Compensation, Displaced Families Launch Agitation
Hundreds of displaced residents gathered near the Giri river on Thursday to challenge the Renuka multipurpose dam management. Protesters accused authorities of systematically excluding eligible families from rehabilitation lists while accelerating construction groundwork in the Sirmaur region.
Himachal Cement Sariya Price Hike: Common Man’s Dream Home Out of Reach
Former Minister Dr. Rajiv Saizal slams the Congress government as cement prices rise by ₹15 per bag and steel increases by ₹1000 per quintal, accusing the state leadership of ignoring the financial burden on Himachal’s citizens.
PM Modi to Interact with 15 Kullu Youths in Budget Quest 2026
Fifteen youngsters from Kullu district have earned a rare opportunity to engage in a virtual dialogue with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 13, following their success in a national-level competition organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Himachal Teacher Transfers: 700 DO Notes Flood Minister Amid Policy Ban
The Himachal Pradesh Education Department faces a surge in transfer requests as over 700 DO notes reach the Education Minister despite a ban on general transfers. While 500 files await Chief Minister approval, officials prioritize stability for the new academic session.
Himachal Police Bust Flesh Trade Racket in Una; 3 Women Rescued
Police authorities in Himachal Pradesh dismantled an illegal sex trafficking ring operating from a guest house on the Hamirpur-Una road, leading to the arrest of three individuals and the successful rescue of three victims during a planned raid.
Himachal Entry Tax Row: AAP MLA Dinesh Chadha Issues Legal Notice to HP Government
The Ropar AAP MLA has formally challenged the Himachal Pradesh government over "discriminatory" entry taxes on National Highways, citing constitutional violations and a 2026 Supreme Court ruling that restricts toll collection powers solely to the Union Government.
