Kullu | July 8: A cloudburst in the Garsa Valley of Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district caused widespread damage after heavy rain triggered flash floods in the area. The sudden surge of water swept away around 10 small bridges, damaged roads, and created panic among local residents. Following the incident, several families left their homes and...
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Who Was KPS Gill? Understanding the Controversial Supercop and the Story Behind Punjab ’95
Chandigarh: The name KPS Gill has returned to the spotlight after the release of Satluj, a film that was originally titled Punjab ’95. The movie is inspired by the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra. It has reopened discussions about Punjab’s militancy era, police action, and human rights. The film has also renewed...
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College Teachers Must Take Regular Classes, Higher Education Department Issues Fresh Directions
Shimla | July 8: The Himachal Pradesh Higher Education Department has issued fresh instructions to government colleges across the state. The department has made it clear that teachers must conduct regular classes. Simply reporting to college or marking attendance will not be enough. The new directions have been issued to improve the quality of higher...
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Central University of Haryana CUET UG 2026 Registrations Ongoing; Check Admission Schedule
The Central University of Haryana (CUH) has officially begun the CUET UG 2026 registration process for admission to its undergraduate programmes for the 2026-27 academic session. Candidates who have qualified in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) 2026 can now apply for admission through the university’s online admission portal. Students seeking admission to various...
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Excise inspectors’ recruitment put on hold, Punjab government tells High Court
Chandigarh: The Punjab government has told the Punjab and Haryana High Court that it has paused the recruitment process for excise and taxation inspectors. The decision will remain in place until the court hears the case further. The statement came during the hearing of a petition linked to the recruitment. The government’s counsel informed the...
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AIMSS App Launched at Super Specialty Hospital Chamiana, Patients Can Check OPD Doctor Schedule from Home
Shimla | July 8: In a major step towards digital healthcare, the Atal Institute of Medical Super Specialities (AIMSS) at Chamiana has launched a new mobile application to make hospital services more accessible for patients. The app allows users to check which doctor will be available in the Outpatient Department (OPD) on a particular day...
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Himachal Weather Update: IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Heavy Rain in Five Districts
Shimla | July 8: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for heavy rain in Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, and Sirmaur districts of Himachal Pradesh. According to the weather department, monsoon activity will remain active until July 11. As a result, several parts of the state may witness heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and...
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Union Minister JP Nadda and Haryana CM Inaugurate 10th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovation
India continues to improve public administration through innovation and better governance. In this direction, Union Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda (JP Nadda) and the Haryana Chief Minister inaugurated the 10th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovations. The event brought together government officials, policymakers, experts, and innovators from across the country. The summit provides...
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Haryana CM awards ₹20.59 crore to 198 athletes and coaches
Panchkula | July 8, 2026 Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday honoured 198 athletes and coaches by distributing cash awards worth ₹20.59 crore. The ceremony took place in Panchkula. The awards recognised outstanding performances in national and international competitions. Government honours sporting excellence Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister congratulated the athletes for...
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PM Modi to virtually inaugurate Kurukshetra elevated rail track on July 17
Kurukshetra | July 8, 2026 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the Kurukshetra elevated railway track on July 17. The project marks a major milestone in Haryana’s infrastructure development. It aims to improve railway connectivity and reduce traffic congestion across the city. The elevated rail corridor will replace the existing ground-level railway line. As...