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Jan 24, 2026

Snow Storm Increases Problems In Himachal, Two Boys Who Set Out For Bharmani Mata Temple Missing; Risked Life For Video

Two youths have gone missing due to fresh snowfall and ice storm in Bharmour of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. 19-year-old Vikas Rana and 13-year-old Piyush Kumar had gone out to visit the Bharmani Mata temple and make videos. When he did not return home till late evening, family members and villagers started searching. An appeal has been made to the administration to conduct immediate rescue operations.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 23, 2026

Snow Storm Warning In 8 Districts Including Kullu, Shimla And Chamba, Water, Electricity And Connectivity Will Be Affected.

After three months of drought in Himachal Pradesh, the weather suddenly changed and there was heavy snowfall. The first snowfall of this season was recorded in the higher reaches including Manali. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert of snow storm in Chamba, Kangra, Kinnaur, Kullu, Lahaul-Spiti, Mandi, Shimla and Sirmaur. This may affect essential services like electricity, water and communication. The administration has advised people to exercise caution.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 23, 2026

Snowfall In Many Districts Of Himachal, Danger Of Slipping On Roads High; Leave The House Only After Reading This Advisory

Shimla recorded its first snowfall of the season, ending the drought that had lasted for more than three months. Strong winds and snowfall have engulfed the entire state in the cold wave. The number of tourists is expected to increase at tourist places like Kufri and Narkanda, which will give impetus to the tourism business. This snowfall is also considered beneficial for apple and other crops. The administration has appealed to avoid unnecessary travel.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 22, 2026

"Mandi Is Jairam Thakur's, So Where Is Kangana?" Himachal Congress President Vinay Kumar's Sharp Attack On BJP Leaders

Congress State President Vinay Kumar made a scathing attack on Jairam Thakur and Kangana Ranaut at the inauguration ceremony of Champa Thakur in Mandi. He questioned Kangana's absence and started 'Save MNREGA Sangram', accusing BJP of closing MNREGA. Kumar called upon the workers to treat the Panchayati Raj elections for 2027 as a semi-final and win and stressed on maintaining discipline in the party.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 22, 2026

A Massive Fire Broke Out In The Ancient Baan Devta Temple Of Shimla, Everything Burnt To Ashes; Police Engaged In Investigation

The centuries-old Baan Devta temple located in Malkhun village of Rohru subdivision of Shimla was completely burnt to ashes in the massive fire. The forest fire spread to the temple on Thursday evening. Despite the tireless efforts of the villagers and fire brigade personnel, the temple could not be saved. It is fortunate that there was no loss of life in this fire. Police have started investigating the cause of the fire.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 22, 2026

Himachal Panchayat Chunav: Election Commission Issued Letter On Reservation Roster And Voter Lists, Relaxation In Section 12.1

Himachal Pradesh State Election Commission has given relaxation in Section 12.1 for reorganization of Panchayats and urban bodies. The restructuring process and reservation roster will be completed by February 28. Voter lists of areas where there is no change will be published by January 30. There are instructions to conduct Panchayat elections before April 30. Changes are expected in about 175 panchayats, and proposals for 32 new panchayats are with the government.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 22, 2026

Protest Against Teacher Selection Examination For CBSE Schools In Himachal, Teachers Union Put Forward Demands Before The Education Minister.

Teachers union met Education Minister Rohit Thakur in protest against the examination for selection of teachers in CBSE affiliated government schools in Himachal Pradesh. The union, while welcoming the CBSE curriculum, demanded that examinations should not be conducted to test the efficiency of working teachers. He suggested that teachers be evaluated within a year on the basis of board exam results. The union also demanded filling of vacant posts and continuation of transfer facility.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 22, 2026

CM Sukhu's Big Announcement In Kangra, Women Of Sulah Will Get Rs 1500 From April; ...not Agniveer Will Give Job For 58 Years

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu announced in Sulah, Kangra that women earning less than Rs 2 lakh will get ₹1500 from April 1, 2026. He inaugurated projects worth crores and announced the recruitment of 800 policemen with a tenure of 58 years. The Chief Minister also talked about bringing technology like AIIMS in Tanda and IGMC and expansion of Kangra Airport, and also announced to make Sulah a Nagar Panchayat.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 22, 2026

What Will Be The Timing And Fare Of Heli Taxi In Himachal, Service Will Be Available From Shimla To Chandigarh, Reckong Peo And Bhuntar.

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu launched heli taxi service from Shimla to Chandigarh, Reckong Peo and Bhuntar. This service will provide safe and convenient travel options to passengers, businessmen and tourists, thereby saving time. The fare for Shimla-Chandigarh will be ₹ 3,169, for Shimla-Bhuntar ₹ 3,500 and for Shimla-Rekangpeo ₹ 4,000. This is an important step towards expanding air connectivity in Himachal.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 22, 2026

Himachal: Monitoring Cell Will Be Formed In The Directorate To Monitor CBSE Schools, Fee Structure May Be Different.

130 government schools in Himachal Pradesh have got CBSE affiliation. To monitor these, a monitoring cell called 'Edutrack-360 Degree' will be formed, which will conduct monthly reviews. The fee structure has not been decided yet, but the idea is to keep it minimal. No teacher post will remain vacant in these schools, new professional subjects will be started and the color and dress code of the buildings will be different. Teachers will be appointed on the basis of student-teacher ratio.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 21, 2026

Villagers Mobilized Against Smart Meters, People Warned Of Protest In Una; Said- Double Electricity Bill Is Coming

Villagers in Talmehra, Raunkhar and surrounding villages of Kharyalata Panchayat of Una district are opposing smart meters. They allege that after installation of meters, electricity bills have doubled-tripled, which is affecting the poor and middle class. Villagers say that they were neither given information nor consent was taken. They have warned that if the problem is not resolved then they will carry out major agitations, which will also include protests.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 21, 2026

In Himachal Pradesh, 1000 Government Buildings Are Vacant Yet New Ones Have Been Built, Cabinet Sub Committee Kept The Figures; Negligence In 6 Departments

One thousand government buildings are lying vacant in Himachal Pradesh, while new buildings have also been constructed. The Cabinet Subcommittee has received information about 500 such buildings. Housing and Technical Education Minister Rajesh Dharmani said that the committee will give a report to the government on the use of these lying unused buildings. Buildings of many departments like agriculture, animal husbandry, electricity, public works are vacant, their proper utilization will be ensured.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 21, 2026

The Bench Of 3 Judges Of Supreme Court Will Hear The Assembly Membership Of 6 Former CPS Of Himachal, Will There Be Political Drama Again?

A three-judge bench of the Supreme Court will hear the assembly membership of six former chief parliamentary secretaries of CPS in Himachal Pradesh. A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant heard the matter, the next date of which has been fixed for March 16. Himachal High Court had earlier ordered the removal of these CPS from the post, which the state government has challenged in the Supreme Court. This decision can have a big impact on the political stability of the state.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 20, 2026

Pakistani Balloon Found In Kullu, Himachal, Created Panic Among Villagers; Police Engaged In Investigation

There was a stir after a balloon of Pakistan International Airlines was found in Bashla village of Nethar area of Kullu. Seeing this airplane shaped balloon in the field, the villagers informed the police. Security agencies were alerted and the police took possession of the balloon. No spy chip has been found so far in the investigation, but such balloons have been found earlier also. Police are conducting a detailed investigation.

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Md Amir

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Jan 20, 2026

The Curtain Will Be Raised Soon On The Death Of Dharamshala College Student, The Report Of The Medical Board Reached SP Office; Father Raised Questions On Investigation

The report of the Medical Board in the case of death of Dharamshala College student has reached Kangra SP office. Police officials are analyzing it, which will be presented in the court as evidence. The student was treated in seven hospitals. The father has raised questions on the investigation, alleging ragging in the college and delay in justice.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 20, 2026

The First Mentally Handicapped Residential Institute Will Open In Himachal, The Government Will Also Fill 11 Posts, The Building Is Ready With Rs 8 Crores.

The first residential institution for mentally handicapped children in Himachal Pradesh will open in Hiranagar, Shimla. For this, Sukhu government has given approval to fill 11 posts of one principal and 10 teachers. The building is ready at a cost of Rs 8 crore, where 50 children will get education, training and care. The government has also decided to take over the Divyang School located in Dhali.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 19, 2026

A Massive Fire Broke Out In Bhadhera Village Of Mandi, The House Burnt To Ashes; Loss Of 10 Lakhs

A massive fire broke out in a two-storey house due to a spark coming from an electric pole in Bhadhera village of Karsog sub-division of Mandi. The house was completely gutted by the fire and goods worth approximately Rs 10 lakh were destroyed, rendering the family homeless. Fire brigade and villagers brought the fire under control. The administration has assured all possible assistance to the victim's family.

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Amitesh Kumar

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Jan 19, 2026

More Than 300 Tableaux And Splendor Of Mahanati, Manali Winter Carnival Begins; CM Sukhu Will Inaugurate

The national level winter carnival is starting from today in Manali, which will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu. In this festival which will run from 20th to 24th January, 18 teams and more than 300 women's troupes from the country will bring out tableaux. Mahanati, Winter Queen and Voice of Carnival will be the main attractions, with priority given to local artistes. However, winter sports will not be possible due to lack of snowfall.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 19, 2026

Himachal: There Will Be A Decisive Decision On Promotion Of Pump Operator, Deputy CM Said - Joint General Meeting Of Jalshakti Employees Will Be Called.

Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri has assured promotion of Jal Shakti Department employees, especially pump operators, and resolution of service related problems. He said that the government will give priority to the just demands of the employees. Soon a general meeting of all categories of employees will be called, in which promotion, salary discrepancy and workplace problems will be discussed and a solution will be chalked out on the spot.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 19, 2026

B2B Supply Network Linked To Himachal, ED Raids Two Districts; Drug-money Laundering Case Related To Goa

Enforcement Directorate ED conducted raids in Kullu and Solan districts of Himachal Pradesh in a drug-money laundering case linked to Goa. ED investigated the B2B drug supply network spanning Himachal. In this action, approximately Rs 3 crore in cash, objectionable documents and digital devices were seized. ED found that the money earned from crime was being circulated through UPI, bank transfers and digital currency.

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Nitu Kumari

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