Himachal Pradesh news today
Himachal High Court pulls up Health Secretary for ‘unacceptable’ leave amid pending dues
In a significant rebuke, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has slammed the state’s Health Secretary for proceeding on leave without prior notice, stalling critical proceedings regarding the settlement of multi-crore Himcare and Ayushman Bharat medical bills.
Himachal Entry Tax row ends as Sukhu government issues final notification
Following intense protests from transporters, the Himachal Pradesh government has rolled back several tax hikes, exempting all state-registered taxis and private vehicles from entry charges while simplifying the fee structure for various commercial categories.
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.
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.
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.
Kangra Bus Attack: Armed Punjab Youths Stripped of Escape in Violent Himachal Clash
Armed men in a Punjab-registered vehicle intercepted a Volvo bus in Kangra, unleashing a knife attack and firing shots. Despite suffering severe injuries, the driver neutralized the assailants' getaway vehicle, leading to a dramatic capture by local villagers on Wednesday night.
Shimla News: Congress Leader Claims Murder Plot Amid ED Complaint Yudhveer Bains
Congress leader Yudhveer Bains has leveled severe allegations against the Himachal Pradesh government following a high-voltage confrontation with police in Shimla. Bains claims a conspiracy to kidnap and assassinate him is underway due to his recent corruption complaint against Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
Vikramaditya Singh said, 2027 polls to end BJP’s illusion in Himachal.
Public Works Minister Vikramaditya Singh has issued a stern rebuttal to Jairam Thakur, claiming the BJP's ambition to uproot Congress will fail in the 2027 elections. Singh reaffirmed his loyalty to Congress, citing his family's historic role in rebuilding the party.
Himcare Scheme row: Jai Ram Thakur warns CM Sukhu over ‘false’ scam claims
The Leader of Opposition in Himachal Pradesh has launched a scathing attack on the Sukhu administration, accusing the Congress government of fabricating financial discrepancies to dismantle the public-funded Himcare healthcare scheme.
