From January 20 to February 28, all tourism activities will remain suspended in the Lahaul–Spiti village as locals prioritise religious observances and cultural sanctity over seasonal footfall Shimla: The gram panchayat of Sissu in Lahaul–Spiti has decided to temporarily stop all tourism activities for 40 days, from January 20 to February 28, 2026, in order […]
Heli-Taxi in himachal: New aerial services to link Shimla, Kullu and Kinnaur
Heli-taxi services under the UDAN scheme are set to begin in Himachal Pradesh, connecting Shimla with Kullu and Kinnaur. Check routes, fares, and expected start date Shimla: Himachal Pradesh is preparing to introduce helicopter-based taxi services to improve travel between its mountainous districts. The initiative, launched under the central government’s UDAN connectivity programme, is designed […]
Sirmaur bus accident : Passenger bus plunges into gorge in near Haripurdhar, at least 8 killed
Sirmaur: At least eight people were killed and several others injured after a private passenger bus plunged into a deep gorge near Haripurdhar in Sirmaur district on Friday, triggering a large-scale rescue operation in the remote hill region. The bus, reportedly operated by a private company and identified in several reports as Jeet Coach, was […]
Know the history and cultural heritage of Kangra Valley
Kangra Valley stands at the crossroads of Himalayan history. From repeated invasions and strategic forts to living temples, miniature art, and mountain tea, this feature explores Himachal’s most contested and consequential region Kangra: Long before hill stations, monasteries, or modern tourism defined Himachal Pradesh, Kangra stood at the centre of Himalayan power politics. Armies marched […]
CM Sukhu orders local audit of Sahara scheme to ensure benefits reach eligible beneficiaries
CM Sukhu directs district administrations to verify beneficiaries and tighten oversight to prevent misuse of welfare funds Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has ordered a local audit of the Sahara Scheme, directing officials to ensure that the programme’s benefits reach only eligible beneficiaries. The decision came during a review of the Sahara […]
10 lesser-known facts about former CM Jai Ram Thakur on his birthday
Jai Ram Thakur turns 61. A look at lesser-known details from the life of the former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, tracing his journey from poverty to public office Mandi: As former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur turns 61, aspects of his personal and political life offer insight into a career shaped by gradual […]
Degree college Dharamshala case explained: What led to Pallavi’s death and why it has shaken himachal
The Degree College Dharamshala case involving student Pallavi has triggered outrage in Himachal Pradesh. This explainer breaks down the allegations, investigation, and key unanswered questions Kangra: The death of 19-year-old Pallavi, a student of Government Degree College in Dharamshala, has emerged as one of the most disturbing campus-related cases in Himachal Pradesh in recent years. […]
Lost her father at 12 now motivation for millions, Himachal’s runner Seema makes the state proud with record run
Himachal Pradesh’s star runner Seema, who lost her father at the age of 12, has once again made the state proud with a major achievement on the national stage. At the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, Seema clocked 1:26:04, set a new record, and finished 10th overall among top International runners. The performance marked the […]
Bilaspur’s Sonika Becomes Role Model in Dairy Farming
At a time when many young professionals are seeking urban employment, Sonika, a resident of Bilaspur district, has chosen a different path—one that combines science, self-reliance, and sustainable farming. A trained TGT Science teacher by qualification, she has built a thriving dairy enterprise that today stands as an example of how determination and government support […]
Mandi’s Talwara Village Adopts 11-Month-Old Girl Orphaned by Flash Floods
Mandi: On the night of June 30, 2025, a deadly flash flood devastated the village of Talwara in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, leaving behind shattered lives and broken hearts. That night, 11-month-old Nikita lost her entire world when her father, Ramesh, a 31-year-old farmer, was swept away by fierce waters, whose body was […]