Himachal Pradesh

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.

Home minister Amit Shah orders formation of special team on Himachal natural disasters

At a recent meeting, chaired by Shah, it was noted that the state has witnessed an increase in the frequency and intensity of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides and torrential rainfall

Mesmerising electric-blue 'grandala' bird spotted in the Himalayas – Watch video here

These bluebirds are often found at high altitudes. They travel together in groups, weaving through chilly Himalayan air.

This 8-month submerged temple in Himachal Pradesh reappears every summer

Discover Bathu Ki Ladi, the mysterious submerged temples of Himachal Pradesh that appear for only four months each year from the depths of Maharana Pratap Sagar Lake. A stunning blend of history, myth, and architecture.

Help get Centre's nod in allotting forest land to rain-hit families: Sukhu to Himachal MPs

There are seven members of Parliament from Himachal and they include four Lok Sabha and three Rajya Sabha members, and all of them belong to the BJP.

Spiti Valley gets new stargazing facility in Kaza to boost astro-tourism in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh launches a stargazing facility in Spiti Valley to promote astro-tourism, empower local communities, and offer high-altitude night-sky experiences.

Himachal’s recurring monsoon tragedy is a manmade disaster

Unchecked construction, flawed development models, and ecological disregard have turned Himachal into a zone of recurring devastation 

2 dead, 20 feared swept away in Kangra as cloudbursts, flash floods and heavy rain batter HP

In a post on social media, Dharamsala's BJP MLA Sudhir Sharma said that about 20 workers were swept away in the incident

Bharmour: Himachal’s Hidden Kingdom of Legends and Timeless Beauty

Discover Bharmour — where every stone has a story, every path leads to wonder, and the mountains keep their ancient secrets just for you.

9 Hidden Himachal Pradesh Villages Worth Exploring Now

Forget Manali and Shimla! Explore these 9 lesser-known, breathtaking spots in Himachal—from Rakcham to Fagu—that promise soul-soothing beauty, pure mountain air, and crowd-free serenity.