Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has assured the Vidhan Sabha that discrepancies in electricity bills following smart meter installations will be addressed. The government also plans to amend regulations to curb excessive fees charged by private schools.
A youth was seriously injured after being shot in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.
Many places across northern states including Delhi recorded above-normal temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius, while the India Meteorological Department warned of heatwave conditions in parts of Uttar Pradesh in the coming days. Jammu and Kashmir saw a dip in temperatures with fresh snowfall in the higher reaches and rainfall in the plains.
The Himachal Pradesh government has ordered a fresh probe into alleged irregularities in the Chester Hills housing project following pressure from the BJP, who claim the government initially tried to suppress the case.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reports over 1,500 missing persons cases in Himachal Pradesh over the past three years, with Solan district reporting the highest number of cases. The government also addresses healthcare scheme liabilities and illegal tree felling.
Himachal Pradesh Police dismissed and arrested four CID personnel for alleged involvement in drug trafficking, highlighting the state's zero-tolerance policy against drug abuse and corruption within its own force.
Jharkhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Mizoram secured multiple gold medals at the Khelo India Tribal Games, with wrestling and weightlifting events taking centre stage.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reports 66 drug overdose deaths in the state over three years, along with details of NDPS Act cases, government prevention efforts, and rehabilitation initiatives.
Six individuals have been arrested in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, following an attack with sharp-edged weapons that left three people injured. Police suspect the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute between the parties involved.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reports 66 drug overdose deaths in Himachal Pradesh over three years, with 6,246 cases registered under the NDPS Act. The state government is implementing measures to combat drug abuse, including confiscating assets, launching awareness campaigns, and establishing rehabilitation centres.
The Himachal Pradesh government has ordered a fresh inquiry into the Chester Hill land case in Solan, following opposition allegations of a 'benami' land deal and violations of land laws. This decision comes after the withdrawal of a previous order that had questioned the initial inquiry's legality.
A shooting occurred at a hotel in Kasol, Himachal Pradesh, following a brawl between tourists from Punjab and local youth. Police have detained four individuals and are investigating the incident.
A first-year law student at Himachal Pradesh University has been arrested for allegedly stabbing a person during a fight between two groups on campus.
Police in Himachal Pradesh are investigating a suspected double suicide after a man and a woman were found dead in a forest area near Parwanoo in Solan district.
A man named Ajay, accused in the shooting of former Bilaspur Congress MLA Bamber Thakur, escaped from police custody near the Delhi-Haryana border while being transported back from a court hearing. Two constables have been suspended for negligence, and a search operation is underway.
A newly married couple was arrested in Sundernagar, Himachal Pradesh, for possession of 'chitta' (adulterated heroin) and cash, following a police raid on a hotel based on a tip-off about drug trafficking.
The Himachal Pradesh Assembly witnessed a heated debate over the rising drug problem, with Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accusing the BJP of politicising the issue. The opposition alleges police involvement in drug trafficking.
Himachal Pradesh DGP Ashok Tiwari has ordered a comprehensive audit of the POSH Act implementation across all police units in the state, focusing on the proper constitution and effective functioning of Internal Complaints Committees.
Himachal Pradesh Police arrested eight individuals and seized 1.22 kg of charas and 7 grams of chitta during the second phase of an anti-drug campaign across the state.
Four CID personnel in Himachal Pradesh have been arrested for their alleged involvement in drug trafficking, following the seizure of LSD strips and subsequent investigation.
Three individuals have been apprehended in connection with the murder of a 78-year-old Buddhist monk in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The suspects, all reportedly drug addicts, allegedly committed the crime to obtain money for drugs.
Four tourists from Haryana were arrested for allegedly assaulting a bus driver in Shimla after he overtook their vehicles on the National Highway.
A policeman in Kufri, near Shimla, faces disciplinary action after allegedly manhandling a journalist covering a news event. The incident sparked outrage and led to intervention from the Chief Minister.
Rajasthan all-rounder Manav Suthar has made his Test debut for India against Afghanistan in Mullanpur, becoming the 319th player to represent the country in Test cricket.
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with a daylight shooting in the Makhanumaajra area of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, where a local resident was injured.
Jammu and Kashmir Police solved a murder case within four days by arresting the accused, Sardar Singh, from Himachal Pradesh. The victim, Roop Singh, was found shot dead in Kathua district. The accused, who owed the victim money, allegedly used his father's gun to commit the crime.
Two individuals were arrested in Nurpur, Kangra district, after police recovered over 1 kg of charas from their car during a special checking operation, leading to a case registered under the NDPS Act.
Most north Indian states reported below-normal temperatures on Monday, with rain and thunderstorms lashing parts of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh. The southwest monsoon is expected to arrive in Kerala in the next two to three days.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced that all government officials listed in the Officers of Doubtful Integrity (ODI) will be removed from sensitive positions. The decision follows concerns raised in the state assembly regarding officials with questionable integrity holding key posts and receiving extensions.
Hindu organisations protested in Himachal's Chamba district after a boy allegedly set fire to a cloth covering an idol in the Jalpa temple. Police are investigating, and the boy's family has apologised.
Delhi Police dismantled an interstate cyber fraud network involved in routing illicit funds through bank account kits, SIM cards, and ATM credentials, leading to the arrest of three key individuals from Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
Police in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, have busted a gang involved in supplying prohibited medicines, seizing over 11 lakh Tramadol Hydrochloride capsules worth over Rs one crore. Three individuals have been arrested, and investigations are ongoing to identify other gang members and prospective buyers.
The daughter of an Indian-origin high school teacher based in Melbourne, who went missing in Amritsar last month, has appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for help in tracing her father.
Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur accuses the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh of corruption and political patronage, citing illegal tree felling and financial irregularities.
Punjab Kings Co-Owner Preity Zinta showcased her Himachali heritage at Monday's match against the Delhi Capitals in Dharamshala, sporting a traditional Himachali cap.
The daughter of Sunil Sharma, an Indian-origin teacher based in Melbourne who disappeared in Amritsar last month, has appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for assistance. Police have identified Sharma's brother, who is wanted in a narcotics case, as the prime suspect.
The BJP in Himachal Pradesh has demanded a thorough probe into the detention of a Delhi Police team and alleged misuse of the chief minister's office after a standoff between the two police forces.
Indian ultra runners achieved remarkable success at the IAU 24H Asia and Oceania Championship in Japan, securing gold in the men's team event and a bronze in the women's team event. Amar Singh Devanda won gold in the men's individual event, setting a new national record.
Himachali cuisine is simple and hearty. It's seasonal and robust too, being deeply-rooted in mountain life and shaped by cold climate and slow-cooking traditions.
Sirmaur police have formed a special investigation team (SIT) to investigate the deaths of two girls whose bodies were found in the Yamuna river.
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