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Jan 19, 2026

Election Commission Will Decide The Outline Of Himachal Panchayat Elections, When Will The Reservation Roster Come? Important Meeting With Officials Tomorrow

The State Election Commission will hold an important meeting on January 20 regarding the Panchayat elections in Himachal Pradesh. This meeting has been called under the instructions of the High Court, in which there are instructions to hold elections before April 30 and to complete the reservation roster and voter list process by February 28. Decisions on election outline, program and administrative preparations will be taken in the meeting. The tenure of the current representatives ends on January 31.

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Nitu Kumari

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Jan 18, 2026

Shimla: SDM Submitted Report To DC Regarding Cracks In Buildings In Chalonthi, Damage Due To Blasting; Question Again On Compensation

The SDM has submitted the investigation report of cracks in buildings in Chalunthi, Shimla to the Deputy Commissioner. The reason for this has been said to be the blasting that took place during the construction of Kaithlighat-Dhaali four lane tunnel. However, the actual property loss assessment and compensation process is yet to take place. A letter has been written to the affected families to get compensation from NHAI, but there is a possibility of recurrence of cases like Lindidhar.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 18, 2026

In Bilaspur, People Got Angry Over The Death Of The Driver When The Tipper Of The Railway Project Fell Into The Ditch, Blocked The Four Lane.

Driver Kuldeep Singh died in an accident involving a tipper of Bhanupalli-Bilaspur rail line project in Kothipura, Bilaspur. The tipper fell into a ditch near Baghchhal bridge late Saturday night. Angered by the indifference of the company management, relatives and villagers blocked the road by placing the dead body on the Kiratpur-Nerchowk four lane, which disrupted traffic.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 18, 2026

Himachal: Woman Dies Due To Negligence In Family Planning Operation, Court Orders Compensation Of Rs 24.60 Lakh

A woman died due to medical negligence during a family planning operation in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. Sarkaghat Civil Judge Court, while giving an important verdict in this case, has ordered the state government and the concerned doctor to pay a compensation of Rs 24.60 lakh to the husband and children of the deceased. The woman died due to internal bleeding, and the court found the failure to provide proper treatment after the operation to be negligent.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 17, 2026

SIR Necessary Steps To Drive Out Infiltrators, Himachal BJP President Said - Playing With National Interest For Vote Bank Is Not Right

Himachal BJP President Dr. Rajiv Bindal said in Shimla that special intensive review of SIR is necessary to strengthen democracy and weed out infiltrators. He said that this process of the Election Commission ensures fair elections, and solves the problem of wrongful voting by unauthorized foreign nationals. Bindal accused some political parties of playing with national interest for vote bank and called upon everyone to support SIR.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 17, 2026

Western Disturbance Will Be Active In Himachal, Possibility Of Snowfall Along With Rain; Snowfall Expected For The First Time In Shimla-Manali

Light snowfall has occurred on the high passes including Rohtang in Himachal Pradesh, while rain is awaited in the lower areas. Shimla and Manali have not yet received the first snowfall of the season, leaving tourists, farmers and gardeners worried. The Meteorological Department has predicted rain and snowfall in the entire state including Shimla-Manali due to the activation of Western Disturbance till January 22, due to which the temperature will fall.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 14, 2026

The Ground Was Sinking... There Were Cracks In The Houses; BJP Writes Letter To Nitin Gadkari To Stop Four Lane Construction In Shimla

NHAI's four-lane construction in Chalonthi, Shimla is causing serious damage to local people, including land subsidence and cracks in houses. BJP state media in-charge Karan Nanda has written a letter to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari demanding immediate intervention. They have demanded advance compensation for the affected families, review of technical investigation and safe alternative arrangements for transportation, so that people can get justice.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 13, 2026

Arki Fire: Relief And Rescue Operations Continued For The Second Day, Remains Of 7 Bodies Recovered On Tuesday; NDRF Took Command

Rescue work is going on after the massive fire at the old bus stand of Arki. On Tuesday, remains of seven more bodies were found from the debris, taking the total number of dead to ten. Teams of NDRF, SDRF and dog squad are searching for the remaining body parts of the missing people. A neighboring building has also been declared unsafe, and the cause of the incident is under investigation.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 13, 2026

Himachal: Schedule Of Cabinet Meeting Decided, Issues Including Dharamshala Zipline, Shimla Ropeway And Panchayat Elections Will Be Discussed.

Himachal Cabinet meeting is scheduled on January 19, in which Dharamshala Zipline and Taradevi-Shimla Ropeway proposals may get approval. An important decision will also be taken on Panchayat elections. Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu will meet Union Ministers during his visit to Delhi and demand financial assistance and increase in import duty on apples. Adventure tourism and the financial condition of the state will also be discussed in the meeting.

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Md Amir

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Jan 13, 2026

Big Decision Of Himachal Government, Teaching Duty Can Be Imposed In Any College If The Post Is Vacant; It Is Mandatory To Teach For 14 To 16 Hours

Himachal Government has implemented 'Functional Equivalence Model' to improve technical education. Under this, assistant and associate professors of applied science and humanities in government engineering colleges can be deployed to teach in any college in the state. This alternative arrangement will address the shortage of teachers and ensure better utilization of faculty, without affecting their cadre or salaries. This decision has been implemented after the approval of the cabinet.

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Anand Kumar

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Jan 12, 2026

Major Administrative Reshuffle In Himachal, Transfer Of Eight IAS And 5 HAS Officers; Who Got Posting Where?

Himachal Pradesh government has made a major administrative reshuffle, which includes transfer and additional assignment of 8 IAS and 5 HAS officers. Gandharva Rathore has been appointed Deputy Commissioner of Hamirpur, while Amarjeet Singh has become Cooperative Secretary. After Sandeep Kadam went on deputation, the responsibility of many departments has been handed over to other officers. This change will bring new appointments to various administrative posts in the state.

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Aarav Sharma

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Jan 12, 2026

Himachal Government Dismissed 11 Policemen Involved In Chitta, Head Constable Sandeep Rana Also Included

Himachal government has dismissed 11 policemen under the 'Chittamukt Himachal' campaign. These include Sandeep Rana, head constable of Sakoh battalion, who was caught with 12 grams of chitta in Palampur. The police raided a house and arrested many other people. This action shows the government's strictness against drug abuse.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 12, 2026

Solan Fire Incident: Spark From Wooden House Reduced 8 Houses To Ashes, Cylinder Explosion Caused Devastation; SDRF Launched Rescue Operation

A massive fire broke out in Arki, Solan in the early hours of Monday. The fire that started from an old wooden house went out of control due to the cylinder burst, burning 7-8 houses to ashes. In this tragic incident, one child Priyansh died, while two people were saved. SDRF and NDRF are engaged in rescue operations. Investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing.

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Rohan Gupta

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Jan 12, 2026

Preparation To Give Concession In Revenue Tax To Small Hydropower Projects In Himachal Pradesh, Government Has Decided To Impose 2 Percent Tax.

The Himachal Pradesh government is considering giving concession in 2 revenue taxes imposed on small hydropower projects. An important meeting will be held on Monday under the chairmanship of Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, in which discussions will be held with the project operators. The government has imposed this tax due to its impact on natural resources, which is expected to generate additional income of ₹ 1500 crore annually. Small project operators are seeking relief due to costs and limited production.

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Amit Kumar

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Jan 11, 2026

Hamirpur District Is Lagging Behind In School Safety Plan, Incomplete Data Found On 'T App'; Education Department Strict

Hamirpur district is lagging behind in uploading data from school to 'T App' under the School Safety Plan. Most government and private schools have incomplete information or have not submitted it, making the district's performance appear weak in the state-level review. The Education Department has instructed all schools to upload the data immediately so that the safety of students can be ensured and disaster management preparedness can be strengthened.

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Md Amir

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Jan 11, 2026

Una News: Video Posted On Internet Media Showing Pistol Being Waved In Car To The Tune Of Punjabi Song, Police Registered FIR

In Una, a young man found it costly to post a video of him waving a pistol on internet media. Haroli Police has registered a case under the Arms Act against Prakash Mankotiya, who displayed weapons while sitting in the car while playing Punjabi songs. After the recent shooting, the police is alert and searching for the youth. SP Una said that strict action will be taken against those who spread fear in the society by displaying weapons.

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Kunal Mehta

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Jan 11, 2026

People Of These 6 Districts Of Himachal Should Be Careful! Warning Of Dense Fog With Cold Wave; Read How The Weather Will Be Till 16th January

Severe cold and cold wave continues in Himachal Pradesh, due to which roads have frozen and there is dense fog. The Meteorological Department and the police have issued a special advisory for the drivers, in which they have been asked to be careful in the morning and night. Temperatures are below freezing point in many places. There is a warning of cold wave and dense fog in six districts on Sunday, while the weather is expected to remain clear till January 16.

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Pragya Srishti

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Jan 11, 2026

Himachal Panchayat Elections: After The Decision Of The High Court, The Election Commission Called A Meeting, What Will Be The Agenda; What Will Happen With Panchayat Reorganization?

Following the order of Himachal Pradesh High Court, State Election Commissioner Anil Khachi has called a meeting of the commission on Monday. The court has directed to conduct elections for Panchayats and urban bodies before April 30. The court orders will be discussed in the meeting and future strategy will be decided. Issues like Panchayat reorganization and reservation roster will also be decided in collaboration with the government, so that the elections can be conducted on time.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 10, 2026

Solan: Juice Manufacturing Company Accused Of Not Paying Salaries, Employees Appeal To Chief Minister For Justice

Yeti Global Juice Industry based in Lodimajra of BBN is accused of not paying salaries to the employees for several months. The distressed employees have first lodged a complaint at the labor office and then on the CM helpline. Employees are going through financial and mental stress due to non-payment of salaries. The Labor Department has issued a notice to the industry, while the workers are warning of demonstrations and legal action if they do not get justice.

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Vikram Chauhan

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Jan 10, 2026

Himachal Will Become A Green Energy State, Rooftop Solar Systems Will Be Installed In Health Department Buildings; CM Sukhu Issued Order

Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has given instructions to install rooftop solar systems in the buildings of the Health Department. This step has been taken with the aim of making Himachal Pradesh a green energy state. The state aims to get 90% of its energy from renewable sources. The government will set up 500 MW solar power projects in two years, and 'Green Panchayat' program has also been launched.

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Vikram Chauhan

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