News for 'Himachal Pradesh'

MAPPED: Gujarat and Himachal election 2022, constituency-wise

MAPPED: Gujarat and Himachal election 2022, constituency-wise

Rediff.com13 Dec 2022

A detailed break-up of the winners and losers of the Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh poll.

Cong sacks Himachal secretary in bid to end rebellion

Cong sacks Himachal secretary in bid to end rebellion

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

The party on Wednesday removed former minister Sudhir Sharma, who was among the six rebel MLAs who were later disqualified for defying party whip on the state budget, from the post of All India Congress Committee secretary with immediate effect.

Quenched our thirst by eating ice, recalls Kargil hero

Quenched our thirst by eating ice, recalls Kargil hero

Rediff.com26 Jul 2025

"We did not bathe or shave for three months and on several occasions quenched our thirst by eating ice," recalled braveheart Naik Praveen on the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas Saturday.

Kangana didn't visit Himachal as her makeup...: Cong leader

Kangana didn't visit Himachal as her makeup...: Cong leader

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Negi's remarks came after Kangana shared images of her visit to a flood-devastated region of her home state.

Not justifying Guv's sitting over bills but...: Centre in SC

Not justifying Guv's sitting over bills but...: Centre in SC

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

The Centre told the Supreme Court that governors are not indefinitely sitting on bills passed by state legislatures, and that barring a few exceptions, most have acted in a way which the apex court would have perhaps desired. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that a Governor is "not a rubber stamp" and has a duty to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution.

Operation Sindoor: IPL teams travel plans to Dharamsala hit

Operation Sindoor: IPL teams travel plans to Dharamsala hit

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The venue, which is due to host Thursday's match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals, has one more match left on schedule -- the May 11 game between Punjab and Mumbai Indians.

Himachal pacer Sidharth dies after illness

Himachal pacer Sidharth dies after illness

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Himachal Pradesh seam bowler Sidharth Sharma died in a hospital in Vadodara after a brief illness.

Want To Buy Farm Land?

Want To Buy Farm Land?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Legally clean farmland is difficult to find. It requires time, money, and legal effort to verify the title.'

Himachal assembly speaker expels 15 BJP MLAs amid crisis

Himachal assembly speaker expels 15 BJP MLAs amid crisis

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

They were suspended for misbehaviour and shouting slogans in the House.

BFI postpones elections citing cramped timeline

BFI postpones elections citing cramped timeline

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Boxing Federation of India postponed its election scheduled for March 28, saying it's "impossible to complete the process within originally planned timelines" after the Delhi and Himachal Pradesh high courts directed the body to reinstate the names omitted from the electoral college.

BJP's Rudy wins Constitution Club poll with INDIA backing

BJP's Rudy wins Constitution Club poll with INDIA backing

Rediff.com13 Aug 2025

Rajiv Pratap Rudy secured another term as Secretary (Administration) of the Constitution Club of India, defeating Sanjeev Balyan in a closely watched election that saw participation from prominent political figures.

Comeback man Gaikwad finds red-ball rhythm at No 4

Comeback man Gaikwad finds red-ball rhythm at No 4

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

'I just enjoyed my time at home and then obviously trying to get into the rhythm, get into the game routines, you know, do the small things and really loved the process throughout.'

Meerut woman travelled to Kasol with lover after killing husband

Meerut woman travelled to Kasol with lover after killing husband

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

The couple introduced themselves as husband and wife, checked into a hotel in Kasol on March 10, stayed for six days, and left on March 16. Their driver accompanied them, said hotel operator Aman Kumar on Saturday.

Boxing Federation of India's elections 'paused'

Boxing Federation of India's elections 'paused'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) elections have been put on hold after conflicting orders from the Delhi and Himachal Pradesh High Courts.

30 minutes, 25,000 people, and a flawless evacuation!

30 minutes, 25,000 people, and a flawless evacuation!

Rediff.com9 May 2025

We had to evacuate 25,000 people without pressing panic button: IPL chairman Dhumal

Himachal CM Sukhu rushes to Delhi, may take rebels back

Himachal CM Sukhu rushes to Delhi, may take rebels back

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Amid the political crisis in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhwinder Sukhu on Thursday left for Delhi to 'meet' the Congress high command.

LS speaker forms panel to probe Justice Varma in cash row

LS speaker forms panel to probe Justice Varma in cash row

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla admitted a notice for the removal of High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma and constituted a three-member committee to probe charges against him.

Danger to Sukhu government in Himachal is by no means over

Danger to Sukhu government in Himachal is by no means over

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

The BJP in Himachal has its own problems. But it is not a party that sits around twiddling its thumbs.

VP race heats up after Dhankhar's exit; Harivansh in spotlight

VP race heats up after Dhankhar's exit; Harivansh in spotlight

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation has triggered the search for his successor. The BJP-led NDA is expected to consider probable candidates soon.

IPL Cheerleader recounts terrifying blackout in Dharamsala

IPL Cheerleader recounts terrifying blackout in Dharamsala

Rediff.com9 May 2025

A cheerleader working at the IPL 2025 match in Dharamsala has gone viral after posting a harrowing video describing her panic and confusion during a sudden stadium evacuation

15 roads closed as Himachal sees second snowfall; tourist killed

15 roads closed as Himachal sees second snowfall; tourist killed

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Himachal Pradesh experienced its second snowfall of the season, leading to the closure of 15 roads, including two national highways. A tourist from New Delhi died in an accident on an icy road in the Lahaul Spiti district, while three others sustained injuries.

2021 saw 15% more deaths than 2022 due to Covid: CRS data

2021 saw 15% more deaths than 2022 due to Covid: CRS data

Rediff.com7 Jun 2025

Nearly 86.5 lakh deaths were reported in the country during 2022, a significant decline of more than 15 per cent from Covid-affected 2021 which had recorded over 1.02 crore deaths, according to a new data from the Civil Registration System (CRS).

Former all-rounder Dhawan retires from domestic limited-overs cricket

Former all-rounder Dhawan retires from domestic limited-overs cricket

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

Himachal Pradesh's Rishi Dhawan, who played three ODIs and a T20I for India in 2016, will be available for selection for the remainder of the Ranji Trophy season, starting from January 23.

BFI president elections to witness four-cornered fight

BFI president elections to witness four-cornered fight

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Boxing Federation of India (BFI) chief Ajay Singh will be up against secretary general Hemanta Kalita, vice-president Rajesh Bhandari, and Kerala State Amateur Boxing Association secretary D Chandralal when the BFI holds its long-awaited elections on March 28.

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

This is not the first time that a large number of people have died in stampedes at temples and other religious gatherings over the years in India.

Modi announces Rs 1,600 cr relief package for flood-ravaged Punjab

Modi announces Rs 1,600 cr relief package for flood-ravaged Punjab

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a Rs 1,600-crore assistance package for flood-hit Punjab after reviewing the damage. He also announced ex gratia for the deceased and injured. The state is battling its worst deluge since 1988.

More MLAs to quit, Sukhu govt will fall, says Himachal Cong rebel

More MLAs to quit, Sukhu govt will fall, says Himachal Cong rebel

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

Rebel Himachal Pradesh Congress MLA Rajinder Rana on Saturday claimed that nine more party legislators 'feeling suffocated' due to Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's style of functioning are in touch with him as he called the chief minister 'liar number one'.

Amid row, Sukhu calls Kangana 'daughter of Himachal'

Amid row, Sukhu calls Kangana 'daughter of Himachal'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called Kangana Ranaut the 'daughter of Himachal' amid the backlash the Congress is facing over a purportedly objectionable post against the actress-turned politician.

'Why be afraid? We're in India': Fan after IPL tie called off

'Why be afraid? We're in India': Fan after IPL tie called off

Rediff.com9 May 2025

With national security as the top priority, the BCCI, in coordination with local authorities, decided to abandon the match as a precautionary measure.

IPL 2025 awaits govt's call to continue

IPL 2025 awaits govt's call to continue

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Friday's IPL game on as of now, we are reviewing the situation: Dhumal

Gadkari: AI To Detect Landslides, Waterlogging Soon

Gadkari: AI To Detect Landslides, Waterlogging Soon

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

Nitin Gadkari said AI will be used to detect landslides, waterlogging and accident-prone spots on highways, while highlighting logistics cost cuts and road safety initiatives

In a first, citizens may self-enumerate during the Census

In a first, citizens may self-enumerate during the Census

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

A special dedicated web portal will be launched for self-enumeration during the upcoming Census, which will be available for both phases of the national enumeration exercise, officials said Monday.

'People Ask Why You Have To Be So Rigid'

'People Ask Why You Have To Be So Rigid'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

'It is not rigidity.' 'I am just sticking to what I believe very strongly in, particularly if you have been given an opportunity to serve the country....'

US Tariffs: India Draws Red Lines Around Farm Commodities

US Tariffs: India Draws Red Lines Around Farm Commodities

Rediff.com7 Jul 2025

Very sensitive items -- such as apples, which carry political weight and are closely tied to farmer interests in states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand -- may face restricted concessions.

Joy For Preity; Gloom For Goenka

Joy For Preity; Gloom For Goenka

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Punjab Kings Co-Owner Preity Zinta and husband Gene Goodenough were in the stands at the Himachal Pradesh cricket association stadium as they relished the thumping win.

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Ranji Roundup: Uttarakhand, Himachal off to good start

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

Roundup of matches across various venues in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

SEE: Landslides, flash floods wreak havoc in Himachal

SEE: Landslides, flash floods wreak havoc in Himachal

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Landslides and flash floods triggered by incessant rain in Himachal Pradesh have paralysed normal life.

Himachal's Independent MLA, Cong rebel's father booked for poll offences

Himachal's Independent MLA, Cong rebel's father booked for poll offences

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

A case of criminal conspiracy, corruption practices and undue influence on election has been registered on the complaint of two Congress MLAs, police said on Sunday.

Change in 'Raj' or 'Riwaaj'? Himachal results tomorrow

Change in 'Raj' or 'Riwaaj'? Himachal results tomorrow

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Going by Himachal Pradesh's "riwaj", or tradition, it should be the Congress' turn to form the next government.

CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension

CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension

Rediff.com7 May 2025

The Centre has extended the tenure of CBI Director Praveen Sood by one year. Sood, a 1986-batch IPS officer of the Karnataka cadre, took over as the CBI director on May 25, 2023. The decision was taken in a meeting of the selection committee headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Sood is known for his hands-on approach and has supervised high-profile cases involving high net-worth individuals.