Wildlife authorities in Himachal Pradesh have reported the presence of an endangered Bengal Tiger in the Paonta forest region of Sirmaur district, a development that has generated significant interest among forest officials, conservationists, and local communities. The sighting is being viewed as an important indicator of ecological connectivity in the lower Shivalik landscape and may...
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Mass Cheating Allegations Rock Himachal Police Recruitment Exam, Opposition Seeks Fair Investigation
Allegations of large-scale cheating during the Himachal Pradesh Police recruitment examination have triggered controversy, with several candidates claiming that serious irregularities occurred at certain examination centres. The allegations have prompted demands for a fair investigation and raised questions about the transparency of the recruitment process. According to candidates who appeared for the examination, instances of...
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HP High Court Takes Serious View of Garkhal–Kasauli Traffic Jams, Seeks Government Response
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has taken a serious view of recurring traffic congestion on the Garkhal–Kasauli road stretch and sought a detailed response from the state government regarding measures being taken to address the problem. The matter came up before the court amid growing concerns over persistent traffic jams that have increasingly affected residents,...
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Punjab Man Claims Vision Returned After Applying Vibhuti at Mahadev Temple
A devotee from Punjab has claimed that he regained his eyesight after applying sacred ash (vibhuti) and offering prayers at a Mahadev temple, a development that has drawn significant attention from worshippers, local residents, and social media users. However, medical experts have urged caution, emphasizing that the claim requires scientific verification and medical evaluation. According...
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Shimla Builder Told to Refund ₹78 Lakh With Interest Over Delayed Flat Possession
The Himachal Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (HP RERA) has directed a builder in Shimla to refund approximately ₹78 lakh to a homebuyer along with 10 percent annual interest after finding deficiencies related to the non-delivery of a residential flat despite substantial payments having been made by the purchaser. According to the complaint filed before...
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Chamba Tragedy: Two Young Men Die After Car Plunges 700 Feet Into Gorge
Two young men lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba district after the car they were travelling in plunged into a deep gorge along the Banikhet–Chamba National Highway, officials said. The accident occurred on Monday when the vehicle reportedly veered off the road and fell nearly 700 feet into a...
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Manali: Chandigarh Tourist Penalised ₹20,000 After Viral Video Exposes Restricted-Area Violation
A tourist from Chandigarh has been fined ₹20,000 in Manali after allegedly driving a vehicle into a restricted area, with authorities initiating action after a video of the incident went viral on social media. According to officials, the incident occurred in a prohibited zone near a sensitive tourist location in the Manali region, where vehicular...
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Three-Day Hailstorm Alert in Himachal: IMD Warns of Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms and Strong Winds
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a three-day weather alert for Himachal Pradesh, warning of heavy hailstorms, thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and widespread rainfall across several districts of the state. Authorities have advised residents, tourists, and farmers to remain cautious as changing weather conditions are expected to affect daily life over the coming days....
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Himachal Govt Orders Fresh SMC Formation, Makes Annual Social Audits Mandatory in Schools
The Himachal Pradesh government has issued new guidelines for the functioning of School Management Committees (SMCs) in government schools, mandating their fresh reconstitution and introducing compulsory annual social audits to strengthen transparency, accountability, and community participation in the education system. According to the Education Department, all government schools across the state will be required to...
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Manisha Mittal Murder Case: Brother Denies Role, Says No Contact for 16 Years
The investigation into the murder of Manisha Mittal has intensified, with police examining multiple angles, including possible family-related disputes, as they work to identify the mastermind behind the crime. Authorities have emphasized that the investigation remains ongoing and that no conclusions have been reached regarding the involvement of any individual. According to sources familiar with...