Solan News
Himachal Govt Restores Powers of Dr YS Parmar University Nauni Registrar
In a major administrative turnaround within 24 hours, the Himachal Pradesh government has overturned the Vice-Chancellor's order stripping Dr YS Parmar University Registrar Siddharth Acharya of his statutory powers, declaring the previous move legally invalid.
Bahra University Solan Celebrates Tourism Week 2026 with Adventure and AI
Bahra University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism in Solan celebrated Tourism Week 2026 to mark World Tourism Day. The event featured trekking, sustainable travel initiatives, culinary achievements, creative contests, and AI-driven technology projects.
25 Days of Trapped Water Raise Flood Fears in Himachal’s Nalagarh
Twenty-five days after a landslide blocked the Chikni Khad in Solan’s Kumarhatti, a large artificial lake remains trapped behind a temporary debris barrier. Residents fear renewed rain could raise water levels, increase pressure on the barrier and trigger a sudden flood downstream.
Himachal HC Raps Authorities Over Illegal Construction and Tree Felling, Warns Forest Department of CBI Probe
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has warned that if the department fails to submit a fair and accurate report on the damage caused, the matter will be handed over to the CBI. The court rejected the Forest Department's status report, calling it an attempt to suppress the case.
Kasauli SDM Office, Army Public School Receive Bomb Threat Emails Ahead of August 15
Security has been heightened in Himachal Pradesh's Kasauli after the local SDM office and Dagshai Army Public School received threat emails ahead of Independence Day. Police and cyber teams are investigating the origin of the message, officials said.
Arrest warrants issued against over 100 defaulters as Baghat Bank pushes for revival
To salvage the struggling Baghat Bank in Solan, authorities have issued arrest warrants against more than 100 loan defaulters. With state financial assistance and a revival plan submitted to the RBI, efforts are underway to prevent license cancellation.
Governor Kavinder Gupta makes surprise halt at Solan café, interacts with locals
In a people-centric gesture, Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta made an unscheduled stop at a café near Dharampur in Solan district while traveling to Chandigarh.
Bahra University Strengthens Himachal’s Higher Education Reach with Strategic Partners Conclave in Solan
Bahra University hosts a successful Education Partners Conclave in Solan, focusing on expanding academic opportunities and professional guidance for students across the remote mountainous regions of Himachal Pradesh.
Why silent on Rs 1,500 cr scam?’: Jai Ram Thakur slams CM Sukhu over Solan’s Chester Hills project
Chester Hills Solan Controversy: LoP Jai Ram Thakur has questioned CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu over the alleged Rs 1,500 crore Chester Hills scam in Solan. Citing violations of Section 118 and suspicious bureaucratic movements, the BJP leader demanded transparency and threatened a massive protest.
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
