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 […]
Tourist Guide: 10 Winter Spots in Dharamshala & Kangra Valley to end your 2025
A warmer-than-usual winter, fewer crowds and offbeat destinations make this the right time to explore the quieter side of Himachal’s hill towns Kangra: Dharamshala and the Kangra Valley, known for their mountain views and spiritual tourism, are seeing an unusual winter this year. As of December 22, 2025, temperatures across the region are warmer than […]
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 […]
Himachal’s Education Leap: From 21st to 5th in School Index – What’s the Real Story?
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. […]
Kangra faces hot and dry June, temperature soars to 40°C; rainfall below normal so far
As of June 20, monsoon yet to show strong signs in the Kangra district Kangra weather : The month of June has been unusually hot and dry in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district, with limited rainfall and soaring temperatures. According to data from the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, the highest temperature this month touched 40.4°C on June […]
Gen Z is “Most Valuable Asset” in Job Market, Says LinkedIn Co-Founder Reid Hoffman
LinkedIn co-founder and venture capitalist Reid Hoffman has described Generation Z as the “most valuable asset” in today’s workforce, challenging the widespread belief that the younger generation is unmotivated or unprepared for the professional world. On a podcast while addressing concerns from college students about their job prospects, Hoffman emphasized that far from being at […]