Shimla News
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.
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.
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.
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
From Gaiety Theatre to Netflix: How Shimla’s Chahat Arora is Winning Over Bollywood
Chahat Arora, who began her acting journey at Shimla's Gaiety Theatre, is now appearing alongside Ravi Kishan in the Netflix series *Maamla Legal Hai*. This achievement by Chahat—who rose to fame through her 'Pahari' comedy reels—is a matter of pride for Himachal.
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.
Foreign Tourists Charter Special Kalka-Shimla Toy Train for ₹1 Lakh to Experience UNESCO Heritage Route
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train: A group of 40 foreign tourists and NRIs recently chartered an exclusive Toy Train on the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla route for over ₹1 lakh. Discover how luxury heritage tourism is peaking in Himachal Pradesh as travelers enjoy the scenic Himalayan valleys in style.
Heated Argument in Shimla’s Nerwa After Wedding Party Prays on Roadside
Shimla Nerwa News: Tension erupted in Nerwa, Shimla—near the Uttarakhand border—over the offering of prayers along the roadside. Following protests by locals, a heated argument ensued between wedding guests and villagers.
BJP Lawmakers Protest Changes to Himachal Panchayat Election Roster Rules
HP Panchayat Election Roster Row: BJP MLAs staged a vigorous protest in the Legislative Assembly over amendments to the reservation roster rules for Panchayat elections in Himachal Pradesh. The Opposition cornered the government regarding the special powers granted to Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and the new rules governing changes to the
