Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda has inaugurated India’s indigenously developed Tetanus and Adult Diphtheria (Td) vaccine at the Central Research Institute in Kasauli. Replacing the older Tetanus Toxoid (TT) vaccine, this launch marks a massive milestone in strengthening India’s public health infrastructure and expanding immunization coverage.

The recent transition of several state-run schools to the CBSE board in Himachal Pradesh has sparked confusion among Craft and Vernacular (C&V) teachers. Lacking clear directives from the Education Department, educators are raising concerns over how their deployment in these new schools will impact their district cadres, transfers, and long-term career progression.

In a major healthcare milestone for Himachal Pradesh, Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) Shimla is set to commence robotic surgeries by March 2026. A state-of-the-art robot worth ₹28 crore has been installed, and specialized training for surgeons is currently underway to ensure world-class treatment for patients.

The path for the much-awaited Panchayat elections in Himachal Pradesh has finally cleared. The state government has released the schedule for the delimitation of wards, with the final reservation roster set to be published by March 31, 2026, paving the way for polls in May.

With the Himachal Pradesh Assembly Budget Session set to commence this Monday, February 16, Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania has convened a crucial all-party meeting. The goal is to ensure the smooth conduct of the House, but with the BJP aggressive over the state’s economic distress, the session is expected to be tumultuous.

Himachal’s public transport is getting a silent upgrade. The HRTC has finalized the tender for nearly 300 new electric buses, with extensive route trials set to begin across 36 challenging locations to ensure the vehicles can handle the state’s rugged topography.