Top 20 News of Himachal Pradesh

Cabinet approves around 12,000 government posts : - 

The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet has approved the creation and filling of approximately 12,000 posts across several departments, including health, education, forests and public works.

Heavy rain lashes Kangra : - 

Heavy rainfall on Sunday brought cooler temperatures and affected outdoor activities. The weather department forecast further rain and thunderstorms.

High Court intervenes in Himachal University VC matter : - 

The Himachal Pradesh High Court stayed an order assigning Himachal Pradesh University Vice-Chancellor duties to the Dean of Studies and Registrar during the incumbent's overseas visit. 

Apple production falls sharply : -

State horticulture minister Jagat Singh Negi reported a significant decline in apple production this season, with around 1.30 crore boxes reaching the market, according to a report dated October 9.

Rain and snowfall bring a chill : -

Higher reaches of the state experienced light snowfall earlier in the week, while several lower areas received rain.

NLU convocation held in Shimla : -

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attended the National Law University convocation, where meritorious students received gold medals.

More schools to join CBSE : -

The Cabinet approved a plan to affiliate 100 additional schools with CBSE and recruit teaching and non-teaching staff under the new scheme.

Thousands of Jal Shakti engagements approved : - 

The Cabinet approved 4,090 para-worker engagements, including pump operators, fitters and multipurpose workers. 

High Court halts anti-hail gun operations : - 

The Himachal Pradesh High Court ordered a halt to anti-hail gun operations in major apple-growing areas pending further assessment of concerns about possible effects on rainfall. 

IIAS begins diamond jubilee programme : - 

The Indian Institute of Advanced Study in Shimla is scheduled to host a five-day public programme from October 11–15, featuring lectures, exhibitions and cultural activities.

Doctor suspended in Una : - 

A medical officer was suspended following the death of a woman admitted for childbirth treatment at Regional Hospital, Una. The circumstances are under scrutiny.

Fatal accident near Pir Nigaha : - 

A three-year-old boy and his grandmother died after a modified three-wheeler overturned in Una district; six other family members were injured. 

HIMFED plans honey processing plant : -

 Nagrota Bagwan is set to get a proposed honey processing facility to promote value addition and create business opportunities.

New fertiliser centre in Una : -

HIMFED decided to start a fertiliser sales centre at Haroli to improve supply for local farmers.

Landowners win compensation-related relief : -

The High Court upheld landowners' entitlement to interest on solatium in a land acquisition matter and directed the authorities to calculate and deposit enhanced compensation. 

Solan cooperative federation election ordered afresh : - 

The High Court quashed certain government nominations to the Solan District Cooperative Marketing and Consumers Federation board and ordered a fresh election. 

Compassionate appointment cases raised : -

Applicants have urged the state government to resolve long-pending compassionate appointment cases and review eligibility criteria. 

Shimla considers app-based parking : - 

A proposed app-based parking booking system aims to make parking access easier in the state capital. 

Monsoon withdrawal completed : - 

The southwest monsoon withdrew from Himachal Pradesh after a delayed departure, with the season recording an 11% rainfall deficit, according to a recent report. 

Political debate continues over electoral rolls : -

Congress and BJP leaders exchanged allegations over electoral-roll revision and the role of constitutional institutions, keeping the issue in the political spotlight.