Vikramaditya Singh has accused non-local bureaucrats of “destroying the essence of Himachal,” backing a call for stricter control over the state’s top brass.
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is at odds with the Akal Takht over the protocol of his upcoming appearance. He wants the world to watch his explanation live.
India’s fast-growing quick-commerce sector is facing its first major regulatory hurdle. By dropping the iconic 10-minute delivery guarantee, platforms like Blinkit and Zepto are recalibrating their business models to comply with new labor safety standards mandated by the government.
A massive fire broke out in the building of the prestigious Sainik School Sujanpur in Hamirpur district on Tuesday. The building was immediately evacuated as fire tenders arrived to control the blaze. While no casualties have been reported so far, the extent of the damage is being assessed.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has confirmed that the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL) has earned a record revenue of ₹300 crore through electricity sales. This boost is attributed to improved operational efficiency and surplus energy trade.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday stated that the forces which once opposed the rebuilding of the Somnath Temple remain active today. He emphasized the need to defeat these elements to ensure India’s cultural and spiritual identity continues to flourish.
In a major political development in Punjab, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has suspended Parminder Kaur Brar, President of the Longowal Municipal Council. The party cited “anti-party activities” as the reason for the move, which comes amid shifting loyalties in the Sangrur district.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken strict cognisance of environmental violations during the four-laning of National Highway-5. Notices have been issued to PWD and NHAI for ignoring safety measures on steep slopes, leading to landslides and ecological damage near Shimla.
A joyous return for the ‘Maghi’ festival turned into a nightmare for residents of the Giripar region in Sirmaur. A private bus carrying passengers from Shimla and Solan met with a horrific accident between Nohradhar and Haripurdhar, claiming 14 lives.
In its latest cabinet meeting, the Himachal Pradesh government announced increased compensation for disaster-hit families, launched new government recruitments, and approved key measures for strengthening health, education, and road safety. Additional schemes for social security, electric taxis, and welfare for small shopkeepers were also cleared.