Himachal News
Model Code of Conduct Lifted in Himachal After Local Body Polls, Clearing Way for Development Works and Recruitment
State Election Commission has withdrawn the Model Code of Conduct in Himachal with immediate effect following the completion of Panchayati Raj and urban local body elections.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta Says Indian Waters Belong to Indian States First
Governor Kavinder Gupta said that water from India’s rivers should first meet the needs of states such as Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana before any consideration is given to Pakistan. He also questioned past concessions to Pakistan and referred to the Indus Waters Treaty and mistakes made during the 1947
Shimla Administration Bans Protests, Rallies and Public Gatherings at 10 Identified Locations Till July 31
To maintain public order in Shimla, the district administration has prohibited dharnas, protests, rallies, processions and public meetings at 10 identified locations across the city. The restrictions have been imposed with immediate effect and will remain in force until July 31, 2026.
Himachal Government Announces Major Health Sector Reforms, 20% Incentive for Doctors
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced a series of major reforms to strengthen healthcare services and medical education in Himachal Pradesh. The government will introduce a 20 percent incentive scheme for doctors, fill vacant posts in medical colleges and hospitals, and expand postgraduate medical seats across the state.
NHAI Agrees to Pay Rs 1.80 Crore Compensation After Farmer Challenges ‘Act of God’ Claim
A farmer from Shimla approached the National Green Tribunal after a landslide allegedly caused by the Kalka-Shimla highway widening project damaged his apple orchard. After initially terming the incident an “Act of God”, NHAI later agreed to pay Rs 1.80 crore compensation, leading to the withdrawal of the case.
Himachal High Court Orders Removal of Illegal Commercial Setups Along NH-5
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ruled that national highways cannot be converted into commercial zones. The court directed the state government to remove all commercial establishments and billboards operating outside private premises along National Highway-5 from Shimla to Rampur Bushahr
Himachal Government to Move Supreme Court Against High Court Order on Contractual Employee Benefits Act
Himachal government has decided to approach the Supreme Court to protect the Employees Act brought in to stop contractual service benefits. The move comes after the High Court struck down the 2024 law and directed the state to provide eligible employees all contractual service benefits within three months.
IGMC Starts Advanced PSMA PET Scan Facility, Major Relief for Prostate Cancer Patients in Himachal
The Nuclear Medicine Department at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital has started an advanced PSMA PET Scan facility, bringing major relief to prostate cancer patients in Himachal Pradesh. The high-tech machine, installed at a cost of around Rs 21 crore, has already conducted 145 scans within two months of
Himachal CM Sukhu Faces Tough Questions From Students During Nerwa School Interaction
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu interacted with students at Nerwa School in Shimla district, where children raised questions on MLA eligibility, mid-day meals, school toilets, traffic issues, merit performance, foreign language education and infrastructure. The Chief Minister assured students that their concerns would be addressed.
Himachal CM Sukhu Hits Back at BJP Over Model Code Violation Allegations
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu rejected the BJP’s allegations of violating the Model Code of Conduct over the appointment of the Chief Secretary and the cabinet meeting. He accused the BJP of double standards, announced 24-hour operations for eligible establishments, and thanked people for their participation in local
