Himachal fails to get its share after reorganization
While nearly fifty years have elapsed since hilly areas of Punjab were merged into Himachal under Reorganization of State in 1966, Himachal is still struggling to get the dues awarded under the Reorganization Act – 1966 from the Punjab government, despite the Supreme Court directions and efforts of Himachal Pradesh
Central government gives approval for Balh Airport
The dream of having an international airport in Balh valley of Mandi district seems to be becoming a reality as the Central government has given in-principle approval for construction of an international airport in Balh valley of Mandi district with the support of Airport Authority of India (AAI). The approval
IIT Mandi working to mitigate effects of landslides
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi devoting quite sometime to suggest measures to mitigate the potential damages from landslides by creating awareness among people, developing alarm system to forewarn them and minimize its effects through effective risk management. The work related to landslides is very significant since many areas
Higher reaches of tribal areas experience snow
The higher reaches of tribal areas of Himachal Pradesh in Lahual – Spiti and Chamba districts have been experiencing snowfall for the past few days plummeting the night temperature substantially in these areas. The Rohtang pass, the Baralacha pass, the Kunjam pass and Junskar areas in Lahual – Spiti
Dr Surender Kashyap appointed Vice Chancellor of Atal Medical Research University
Himachal Pradesh government has appointed Dr Surender Kashyap, former Principal of Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) Shimla, as the first Vice Chancellor of Atal Medical Research University. The notification of appointment of Dr Kashyap was issued by the Governor’s office on Monday. The state government has already notified to set
Travelers risking lives on Manali- Leh Road
Though the Lahaul – Spiti district administration has officially closed the Manali-Leh highway for tourists and other travelers a large number of them are still travelling on the road taking risk. The road was officially closed on September 15 this year like decade long practice when the Lahaul – Spiti
From an IAS officer to a celebrated Professor
In the death of Professor Usha R Mittoo, who died few days back in Winnipeg Canada, the people of Himachal Pradesh have lost an acclaimed academician and a true example of a woman’s determination to excel. It was her resolve to accept every challenge in life and achieve her goal
Will BJP field Dhumal for Dharamshala by-election?
When many leaders from Dharamshala Assembly constituency are vying for BJP ticket to contest the seat vacated by former Cabinet Minister Krishan Kapoor, after his election as Member of Parliament from Kangra seat in May 2019, cropping of name of former Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal as a candidate has
Mandi district gets awarded at National level
Mandi district has once again been awarded at national level for ‘Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao’ campaign. This award has been given to the district for its brilliant implementation of this campaign and various activities undertaken to create awareness for promoting birth and education of girl child. Mandi DC Rugved Thakur received
Abrogation of Article 370 and ambivalence in Congress
While the exuberant BJP leaders, supporters of RSS, its frontal organizations and a large number of supporters of the Modi government have lauded the decision of Narender Modi government to abrogate Article 370 and divesting Jammu – Kashmir’s statehood by division of the state into two union territories as a