Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has made a striking leap in the national school education rankings — climbing from 21st to 5th in the Performance Grading Index (PGI) for 2023–24, and earning top marks in the ASER report for reading and learning outcomes. Education Minister Rohit Thakur has described this shift as a “remarkable turnaround,” attributing it […]
Himachal Floods: Dog’s bark saves entire village in Mandi; death toll reaches 80
On the morning of June 30, 2025, the people of Siyathi village in Mandi district’s Dharampur area were awakened by the continuous barking of a local dog. At first, many ignored it, but the dog didn’t stop. Concerned, some residents stepped out and noticed cracks appearing in the walls and water seeping into their homes […]
Flood-Hit Seraj cut off from Mandi, Free Ropeway Service for 10 Days: Deputy CM Agnihotri
33 HRTC routes disrupted, 18 buses stranded; loss in Mandi crosses ₹300 Crore Mandi: Continuous heavy rainfall over the past several days has severely disrupted life in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, with the Seraj region among the worst affected. Several roads have been completely washed away, cutting off many villages from the district headquarters. Residents […]
Chamba District Celebrates International Yoga Day at 14,500 Feet in Pangi
Chamba district observed the 11th International Yoga Day with a series of coordinated programs across various locations, including a notable high-altitude yoga session at 14,500 feet. The event was held at the fortified helipad in the Janajati Kshetra of Pangi, drawing attention to the district’s commitment to promoting wellness even in remote and challenging terrains. […]
Pre-Monsoon Rains Hit Himachal Pradesh; IMD Issues Yellow Alert Till June 22
Shimla: Pre-monsoon showers have made a strong entry into Himachal Pradesh, bringing widespread rainfall across several districts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for the state, forecasting continuous rain till June 22. The IMD has reported very heavy rainfall at multiple locations in the state during the 24 hours ending at […]
One dead, 18 injured as bus falls into gorge in Mandi district
Mandi: A tragic road accident occurred on Tuesday in the Patrighat area of Mandi district, where a private bus skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge, resulting in the death of one passenger and injuries to 18 others. The bus was en route from Jahu to Mandi when the incident took place. Initial […]
HP Govt announces MSP for crops grown through natural farming
MSP for crops: In a step to promote natural farming, the Himachal Pradesh government has announced Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for key crops grown through this method. The announcement was shared via the official Twitter handle of the Information & Public Relations Department, with the government reiterating its aim to make Himachal a leading state […]
HPSDMA issues weather alert in Himachal for April 18–20, people advised to stay cautious
pic source: shutterstock Kangra, April 17, 2025 –The Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA) has issued a weather alert for April 18 to 20, warning of rain, snow, hail, and strong winds in many parts of the state. The advisory, shared on April 15 via the department’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter), urges […]