News for 'Himachal'

1,317 Road Accidents, 474 Deaths Every Day

1,317 Road Accidents, 474 Deaths Every Day

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

55 road accidents, 20 deaths every hour.

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.

PM and so-called 'Chanakya' failed in Himachal: Cong

PM and so-called 'Chanakya' failed in Himachal: Cong

Rediff.com29 Feb 2024

Congress general secretary (communications) Jairam Ramesh said like other states, the BJP started the game of using money power, power of the government and muscle power to destabilise the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh but has failed.

Aunt to raise 10-month-old orphaned by Mandi cloudburst

Aunt to raise 10-month-old orphaned by Mandi cloudburst

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

Ten-month-old Neetika, orphaned in the Mandi flash floods, will be raised by her aunt. The community rallies to support her future.

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.

'Sukhu govt will fall': 11 Himachal MLAs reach Uttarakhand

'Sukhu govt will fall': 11 Himachal MLAs reach Uttarakhand

Rediff.com9 Mar 2024

Six Himachal Pradesh Congress MLAs who voted against party nominee Abhishek Manu Singhvi in the Rajya Sabha elections, along with three Independent lawmakers, have shifted to a hotel in Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled Uttarakhand amid an ongoing rebellion against Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

Long wait ends! BFI set to elect new office-bearers

Long wait ends! BFI set to elect new office-bearers

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

Months of uncertainty due to governance issues, turf wars and internal power struggles are set to end when the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) holds its much-delayed elections on Thursday.

Himachal now says it has no water to spare for Delhi

Himachal now says it has no water to spare for Delhi

Rediff.com13 Jun 2024

A vacation bench of Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Prasanna B Varale asked the Delhi government to submit an application to the UYRB by 5 pm seeking supply of water to the national capital on humanitarian grounds.

BJP Gears Up For National President Election

BJP Gears Up For National President Election

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

The BJP's constitution mandates that the party should complete the process of electing block, district and state chiefs before it elects its national president.

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.'

'BCCI had to do this; will complete IPL 2025': Ganguly

'BCCI had to do this; will complete IPL 2025': Ganguly

Rediff.com10 May 2025

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly says the BCCI will complete the IPL, and the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan will end very soon as Pakistan will not be able to handle the pressure for a long time.

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.

After 7 days, no sign of 30 missing in Himachal flash floods

After 7 days, no sign of 30 missing in Himachal flash floods

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

The family members of the missing persons who have been camping at the site for the past seven days have now lost hope and are praying for the recovery of bodies to perform last rites.

Anything can happen in coming days in Himachal: Thakur

Anything can happen in coming days in Himachal: Thakur

Rediff.com3 Mar 2024

Thakur said it is "difficult for the Congress to stay in power" as the political situation in Himachal Pradesh is grim for the party.

Elevation row: Himachal HC submits report to SC on plea of 2 judges

Elevation row: Himachal HC submits report to SC on plea of 2 judges

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

The report, according to the sources, states that the HC did not get the note of the Supreme Court collegium on the issue even after six months.

Himachal cloudbursts: Rescuers, drones join search for 45 missing; 8 dead

Himachal cloudbursts: Rescuers, drones join search for 45 missing; 8 dead

Rediff.com2 Aug 2024

Rescue operations were underway on Friday to trace over 45 people missing following flash floods triggered by cloudbursts in three districts of Himachal Pradesh, officials said on Friday.

'Money Is Not A Problem For Me'

'Money Is Not A Problem For Me'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'I can sanction projects worth Rs 20 trillion annually as of today.' 'But my system is only capable of executing projects worth Rs 3 trillion to Rs 4 trillion.'

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.

Congress rushes Hooda, DKS to Himachal to save Sukhu govt

Congress rushes Hooda, DKS to Himachal to save Sukhu govt

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

The Congress top brass on Wednesday rushed former chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and DK Shivakumar to Shimla to parley with members of the party which is facing loss of support and risks losing power in the state.

Himachal crisis over? State Cong chief Pratibha Singh praises BJP

Himachal crisis over? State Cong chief Pratibha Singh praises BJP

Rediff.com1 Mar 2024

Amid the political uncertainty in Himachal Pradesh, state Congress chief Pratibha Singh on Friday asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party's work is better than that of the grand old party.

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.

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.

Maharashtra to bring stricter anti-conversion law: Minister

Maharashtra to bring stricter anti-conversion law: Minister

Rediff.com15 Jul 2025

The Maharashtra government plans to introduce a stringent anti-conversion law in the winter session of the legislature, with provisions stricter than those in other states.

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.

Himachal Rain Havoc Devastates Business

Himachal Rain Havoc Devastates Business

Rediff.com25 Aug 2023

Tourism is badly affected. Entire apple orchards have been washed away. 2 million people are threatened with loss of livelihood.

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.

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

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Kangana's next big role isn't in movies or politics...

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

Kangana Ranaut named brand ambassador of World Para Athletics Championships

Himachal CM's wife win creates new record in assembly

Himachal CM's wife win creates new record in assembly

Rediff.com13 Jul 2024

In the 2017 assembly elections, a record was set as former chief minister Virbhadra Singh and his son Vikramaditya Singh were elected and incidentally the duo were oldest and youngest members of the house.

70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

70% of India's elderly financially dependent: Report

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

A new report highlights the financial dependence, health challenges, and social isolation faced by India's elderly population, calling for greater support and inclusion.

6 disqualified Himachal Congress MLAs move SC

6 disqualified Himachal Congress MLAs move SC

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

These Congress rebels, who had voted in favour of the BJP nominee in the Rajya Sabha polls, later abstained from voting on the Budget, defying a party whip.

'We Are Not Listening To The Alarms'

'We Are Not Listening To The Alarms'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

'What we are witnessing is not a freak incidence or a freak occurrence, but a new climate reality where warming oceans, monsoon variability and local geography are combining to produce extreme events.'

Houses washed away after cloudburst in Himachal; 5 dead, 50 missing

Houses washed away after cloudburst in Himachal; 5 dead, 50 missing

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Five people were killed and about 50 missing following several incidents of cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh where rains washed away many houses, bridges and roads, officials said on Thursday.

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

I-Day Weekend Inspires Holiday Rush

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'The upcoming long weekend has ignited strong travel intent, with robust bookings across leisure, spiritual and wellness destinations.'

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.

High drama as Himachal ministers storm out of cabinet meet

High drama as Himachal ministers storm out of cabinet meet

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

High drama was witnessed during the Himachal Pradesh Cabinet meeting on Saturday with ministers Jagat Negi and Rohit Thakur leaving midway following a 'heated debate' over policy decisions, sources said.

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.

Very soon you will see result: Rebel Himachal Cong MLA

Very soon you will see result: Rebel Himachal Cong MLA

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

Six rebel Congress MLAs, including Rana, who were disqualified for defying the party whip asking them to be present in the assembly and vote in favour of the state government during cut motions and the budget, moved the Supreme Court on Tuesday against their disqualification.

Himachal BJP leaders miffed over ticket to Cong rebels

Himachal BJP leaders miffed over ticket to Cong rebels

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party leadership in Himachal Pradesh is making efforts to mollify party leaders who are disgruntled over distribution of tickets to six Congress rebels for the assembly bypolls, former chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal said on Tuesday.

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.