Top 20 News of Himachal Pradesh

1. Rain and snowfall expected across Himachal : - 

A fresh western disturbance is forecast to bring rain, thunderstorms and possible snowfall in higher areas from 13–15 October. 

2. High-altitude medical research centre in Keylong : - 

Union Health Minister J. P. Nadda laid the foundation stone for an ICMR high-altitude research centre, with an estimated project cost of ₹36 crore.

3. High Court grants interim relief to woman scientist : - 

The Himachal Pradesh High Court stayed the termination of a pregnant scientist who had sought maternity benefits and directed continuation in service pending further hearing. 

4. Youth development roadmap unveiled in Solan : - 

Governor Kavinder Gupta released a 100-day roadmap at Dr. Y. S. Parmar University focused on skills, entrepreneurship and employment.

5. Kangana Ranaut highlights Himachali traditions : -

During her recent visit, the actor and MP met President Droupadi Murmu and presented her with a traditional Kullvi shawl.

6. Apple procurement continues under the state scheme : - 

The digitised market intervention scheme covers farmer registration, collection, transport and payments. Procurement is scheduled to continue through 31 October.

7. Road and rural infrastructure projects in Rohru and Rampur : -

A recent government outreach highlighted 89 projects worth ₹415.80 crore, including rural roads, bridges and improved market access.

8. IIAS diamond jubilee celebrations in Shimla : - 

The Indian Institute of Advanced Study is holding a five-day programme featuring academic discussions, exhibitions and cultural activities.

9. Cabinet approves thousands of government posts : -

The state Cabinet approved recruitment and engagement measures, including 4,090 Jal Shakti para-workers and teaching positions for CBSE schools.

10. App-based parking booking planned for Shimla : -

A proposed smart parking system will display real-time parking availability and connect major parking lots with an app. 

11. Darcha–Shinkula route faces travel restrictions : - 

A report dated 11 October said the route was closed to two-wheelers amid adverse conditions. Travellers should check the latest local road advisory before departure.

12. Debris disrupts traffic on Larji–Sainj road  : - 

Road conditions remain an important concern following reports of debris affecting traffic in the Kullu region.

13. Employment portal records thousands of student registrations : - 

The Takniki Rozgar Setu portal reported 26,168 student registrations, 97 employers and 23,054 students completing skill mapping. 

14. Apple production decline raises concern : - 

Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi said this season's apple arrivals had fallen significantly compared with the previous year. 

15. Honey processing plant planned in Nagrota Bagwan : - 

HIMFED plans to establish a honey processing plant and explore business diversification, including the feasibility of new petrol pumps. 

16. New teaching posts proposed for CBSE schools : -

Cabinet decisions include 3,900 teaching posts associated with CBSE schools; candidates should follow official recruitment notifications for eligibility and application dates.

17. High Court questions additional police recruitment posts : -

The court sought clarification over 139 additional female constable posts that were not advertised in the ongoing recruitment process.

18. Highway land compensation dispute : - 

The High Court directed the Centre and NHAI to pay interest on delayed compensation for land acquired for highway expansion.

19. ₹15.75 crore released for Shimla district works : - 

Funding was released for infrastructure projects in Bhatwari in Rohru and Kasha-Pat in Rampur.

20. Chief Minister honours meritorious students : - 

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu attended a National Law University convocation in Shimla and honoured outstanding students.