BRO permits one HRTC bus daily through Rohtang tunnel
In a major relief to tribal inhabitants of Lahaul – Spiti, the Border Roads Organization (BRO) authorities have allowed one Himachal Road Transportation (HRTC) run bus daily from Manali to Keylong through incomplete Rohtang tunnel during the winter season. The Lahaul- Spiti administration had closed the traffic on Manali
Unscrupulous people misusing deity culture in Dev Bhoomi
Though deity culture of Himachal Pradesh depicts unique traditions and culture of the state but it’s also a fact many unscrupulous people also try to exploit religious faith of people for their personal gains. In this incident dozens of villagers assaulted an eighty years old lady terming her a sorcerer,
Sanjay Saini gets National Award for Excellence in Journalism for 2019
Sanjay Saini, Assistant Public Relations officer (APRO) has brought laurels for people of Himachal Pradesh by wining this year’s National Award for Excellence in Journalism. Sanjay Saini, former correspondent of Dainik Bhaksar at Mandi has been designated to get 2019 National Award under rural journalism category jointly with Raj Chengappa,
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