Himachal government update
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.
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 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.
Chamba Medical College Protest: Staff Demand Safety After Mob Violence
Chamba Medical College Protest erupted after a mob attacked medical staff and security personnel following a patient's death. The escalation led to a total blockade of the Balu route on Thursday.
Himachal Pradesh Construction Costs Surge as Cement and Steel Prices Witness Sharp Hike
Home construction in Himachal has hit a major hurdle as leading brands like ACC and Ambuja hiked cement prices by ₹15 per bag. Coupled with rising steel and brick rates, individual homebuilders face significant budget overruns across the state
West Asia War Burns a Rs 100 Crore Hole in Himachal’s Roads Budget
Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh revealed that the Israel-USA-Iran conflict has triggered a 25% spike in bitumen prices. Consequently, road construction costs in Himachal Pradesh have escalated by ₹4 lakh to ₹12 lakh per kilometer, causing a massive ₹100 crore impact on state projects under PMGSY and NABARD schemes.
Solan Police Uncover Multi-Crore Vehicle Registration Scam; Six Arrested Including RLA Official
Solan RLA Fraud Case: The Solan District Police have dismantled a major organized crime syndicate involved in manipulating the 'Vahan' portal. Six individuals, including an RLA official, were arrested for unauthorized alterations to vehicle records and hypothecation status.
Entry Tax Row: Punjab Transporters Block Chandigarh-Manali Highway; Thousands Stranded
Chandigarh-Manali Highway Blockade: In protest against the Himachal government's new 'entry tax,' transport unions from Punjab have staged a massive blockade on the Chandigarh-Manali Highway. Long queues of vehicles have formed at the border, leaving tourists and locals stranded.
Solan Housing Row: CM Sukhu Orders Fresh Probe as Top Bureaucrats Spar Over Land Law ‘Violations’
Chester Hills Housing Project Controversy: CM Sukhvinder Sukhu has announced a detailed investigation into the Chester Hills project in Solan. Following a report by the SDM flagging violations of Section 118 and "structured arrangements" to bypass land laws, the government faces pressure over illegal land transfers to non-agriculturists. Read the
Weather Today: Dust Storms, Overcast Skies Grip Delhi as IMD Forecasts Extended Rain Spell for North India
Weather Forecast Today: A massive dust storm and heavy cloud cover took over Delhi-NCR on Friday morning. With the AQI hitting the 'poor' category (221), the IMD has issued a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms across North India.
