Himachal Pradesh

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced action against the accused faculty member, Ashok Kumar, after police registered cases based on a complaint filed by the victim’s father.

Himachal: College professor, three girl students booked for ragging, sexual harassment after student's death

The girl died during treatment at a Ludhiana hospital on December 26 last year and the case was registered on Thursday.

Doctor pulls out leech from 12-year-old girl’s nostril in Himachal Pradesh. Video

In the video, Dr Singh instructs the child to dip her face into a tray filled with water. Moments later, the leech slides partially out of her nostril, allowing him to pull it free with forceps.

6 best national parks to explore in Himachal Pradesh

Explore the 6 best national parks in Himachal Pradesh, from Great Himalayan to Pin Valley. Discover wildlife, trekking, and winter travel tips for your next adventure.

Four decades after going missing, Himachal man finds his way home thanks to his head injury

Back in 1980, Rikhi was working at a hotel in Haryana's Yamunanagar when he met with a major road accident during a trip to Ambala. He sustained a head injury and went missing.

Govt eyes small-hydro policy in Union Budget 2026 amid 16,000 MW untapped potential

India has an estimated 21,133 MW of small-hydro potential, of which at least 5,000 MW has been developed, leaving around 75 percent untapped, mostly in Himalayan and northeastern states, according to government data seen by Moneycontrol.

Himachal’s Raulane festival viral photos look like fantasy — but the tradition is centuries old: See pics

Viral photos of Himachal’s Raulane Festival look straight out of a fantasy film, but the ritual is centuries old. Discover the myth, mystery and stories behind it.

Dharamshala goes digital: Dalai Lama launches VisitDharamshala.com to boost Himachal tourism

The Dalai Lama launches VisitDharamshala.com, a new digital tourism portal for Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, offering verified stays and travel info — read to know more.

Himachal bus tragedy: At least 18 killed as landslide hits bus in Bilaspur, several trapped in debris

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief over the accident and directed the officials to expedite the rescue operations.

Dharamkot Travel Guide: Your Ultimate Himalayan Escape From City Chaos

Discover Dharamkot, the hidden Himalayan hippie village in Himachal Pradesh. Trek, meditate, savor Israeli cuisine, and experience nature and culture.

PM Modi announces financial assistance of Rs 1,500 crore for Himachal Pradesh

Prime Minister took stock of the flood and landslides situation in Himachal and reached Kangra after conducting an aerial survey of disaster-hit Mandi and Kullu districts.

Red alert in J&K, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, other states; showers expected in next 3 hours

The updated nowcast suggests moderate to intense spells of rain in these regions over the next three hours, posing risks of flash floods, landslides, and waterlogging.

Disaster Management Act invoked in Himachal Pradesh, says CM Sukhu: Here's what it means

The Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha on August 28 passed a resolution urging the Central Government to declare the destruction caused by heavy rains across the state as a national disaster.

Sangla Valley: Himachal’s Hidden Pink Paradise That Blooms in September

Discover Sangla Valley, Himachal’s hidden gem. Pink buckwheat blooms in September, with apple orchards, Baspa River adventures & Himalayan trekking.

Airtel offers free service extensions, roaming support in rain-hit J&K, Ladakh, HP

Prepaid users whose plans are expiring this week will get a three-day extension with unlimited calls and 1 GB data per day, even if they are unable to recharge

China has agreed in principle to resume trade with India through Shipki-La in Kinnaur: Himachal govt

Himachal Pradesh already has road connectivity up to Shipki-La via Rampur Bushahr and Pooh, making it feasible to develop the necessary base camps and supporting infrastructure for the Yatra, the communication sent to the Union Government had said

Himachal Pradesh: 339 roads, including in Mandi and Kullu, shut; heavy rainfall predicted

Of the 339 roads closed, 162 roads are in Mandi district and 106 in the adjoining Kullu.

Himachal Pradesh launches eco-tourism policy to develop 77 sites, including Shimla, Kullu and Kasol: All you need to know

Himachal launches eco-tourism policy to develop 77 sites including Shimla, Kullu & Kasol, boosting jobs, rural economy & sustainable travel.

Himachal Pradesh to host its first eco-friendly tribal festival in 2025 in Lahaul and Spiti - Here's what you need to know

Himachal Pradesh’s first eco-friendly Tribal Festival in Lahaul and Spiti (August 14-16, 2025) celebrates tribal culture with a zero-waste, sustainable approach, led by Kiran Bhadana.

Himachal’s traditional destinations less popular now as domestic tourists take road less travelled

Shimla, long regarded as the crown jewel of Himachal tourism, saw its share of domestic tourists fall to 14.3 percent in 2024, down from over 19 percent in 2016 and 22 percent in 2008

Himachal Rains: Landslides cut off over 600 roads; schools closed in four districts

The Kinnaur Kailash Yatra was suspended as the rain on Tuesday night left behind a trail of destruction along the Kinnaur Kailash Yatra route.

Himachal Pradesh cabinet approves Rs 92 lakh Mercedes Benz for governor despite financial crunch

As per protocols and norms, the governor's vehicle has to be changed after every five years.

Sedition case should be registered against protesters who 'insulted' national flag on my car: Himachal minister

More than 50 people were booked for wrongful restraint, unlawful assembly and rioting after they greeted the revenue minister with black flags and ''go back'' slogans, and tried to stop his vehicle in the Seraj on Friday

Himachal rains: Landslide in Kullu village; alert for heavy rain in 4 districts on July 29

A transit camp was set up to accommodate around 20 people following the landslide on a hill behind Duridhar village in Sainj Valley.

In Himachal, a tribal woman marries two brothers: What Indian law says about polyandry

Despite the personal laws governing marriages and other marital rights, there is a space for customary laws under the Scheduled Tribes.