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Himachal CM directs HPSEDC to facilitate overseas employment opportunities
Shimla, March 27: A meeting of Board of Directors of Himachal Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (HPSEDC) was held in Shimla on Thursday under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu who gave directions to facilitate overseas employment opportunities to the youth of the State, besides evolving a mechanism of track and trace for those who have secured employment abroad.
Tourists enjoy snow and scenic beauty at Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh
Kullu, March 27: Tourists on Thursday rejoiced amid a thick layer of snow covering areas near the North and South portals of the Atal Tunnel in Rohtang, built at an altitude of 10,040 feet.
PM Modi greets Himachal CM Sukhu on his 62nd birthday
Shimla, March 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on his birthday and prayed for his long and healthy life.
Himachal Pradesh Budget 2025-26 passed: Focus on rural economy, farmers, and youth, says CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 27: The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Wednesday passed the state budget for the financial year 2025-26 by voice vote. Following the passage of the budget, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu addressed the media, emphasizing the government's commitment to strengthening the rural economy and supporting farmers, small shopkeepers, and youth.
Himachal signs pact with UNESCO to enhance education quality
Shimla, March 26: The Himachal Pradesh government, on Wednesday, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to enhance the quality of education in the state, government officials said.
HPPCL engineer death: Himachal CM Sukhu thanks Vimal Negi's wife for trusting state Govt
Shimla, March 24: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday addressed the state assembly regarding the demand for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of Vimal Negi, Chief Engineer of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).
Himachal CM request, HM Amit Shah to release 9,042 crore under PDNA
Shimla, March 24: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while interacting with the media here Monday said that he discussed various important issues of the state with Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his recent visit to New Delhi and requested to expedite the release of Rs.9, 042 crores under Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) for years 2023-24 for which HM ensured prompt action, said a press statement on Monday.
Close shave for Himachal Deputy CM, DGP as plane hits unpaved strip
Shimla, March 24: It was a close shave for Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and Director General of Police Atul Verma on Monday as an aircraft they were onboard with nearly 30 passengers missed the runway at Jubbarhatti on the outskirts of the state capital.
Govt working with vision to make Himachal green energy, self-reliant: CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 23: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually addressed the three-day brainstorming exercise 'Samriddh Himachal 2045' being organised at the Dr Manmohan Singh Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration (HIPA).
'World's highest marathon' to kick off in Himachal, raise awareness to conserve ecology
Lahahul and Spiti, March 23: More than 250 people are going to participate in the fourth edition of the Lahaul Snow Marathon, which kickstarted on Sunday, and raised awareness for the ecological damage which has happened around the Sissu valley of Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal Pradesh: Dhaba owner shot at while stopping robbery attempt in Mandi
Mandi, March 22: A roadside eatery owner was shot at while trying to stop a robbery attempt in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi district, police said.
Himachal CM meets Amit Shah, seeks release of compensation for losses due to floods in 2023
New Delhi, March 22: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah here on Saturday.
Himachal: BJP delegation led by Jairam Thakur meets family of deceased HPPCL engineer Vimal Negi
Shimla, March 22: Leader of Opposition in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Jairam Thakur, along with the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rajeev Bindal, and a delegation of party legislators and local leaders, visited the ancestral village of Vimal Negi in Kinnaur on Saturday to meet his family.
Himachal CM meets Amit Shah, seeks funds for 2023 calamity
New Delhi, March 22: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah here and sought the release of the compensation for losses incurred in the state during the monsoon of 2023.
Himachal Assembly witnesses heated debate over closure and reopening of institutions
Shimla, March 21: The Himachal Pradesh Assembly's budget session began on a stormy note, with the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP clashing over the issue of educational and administrative institutions in the state.
Himachal: BJP demands CBI probe into suspicious death of HPPCL chief engineer
Shimla, March 21: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its demand for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the suspicious death of Vimal Negi, Chief Engineer of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).
Himachal govt to seek legal opinion to take over power projects operating without set timelines: CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 20: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday said that his government was seeking legal opinion to take over power projects operating in the state without set timelines.
Himachal HC allows Anurag Thakur to file nomination for Boxing Federation polls
Shimla, March 20: In a major reprieve to former Union Sports Minister and current Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Anurag Thakur, the Himachal Pradesh High Court on Thursday allowed him to file his nomination for the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) elections.
Parineeti Chopra gives a peek into her shooting schedule in Himachal Pradesh
Mumbai, March 20: Actress Parineeti Chopra took to social media to give a sneak peek into her shooting schedule in the picturesque Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal CM Sukhu condoles demise of Additional Advocate General Dilip Sharma
Shimla, March 19: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed deep grief over the passing away of Additional Advocate General Dilip Sharma.
Olympian boxer Ashish flags training issues for Himachal athletes, seeks CM Sukhu's support
New Delhi, March 19: Olympian boxer Ashish Chaudhary has sought Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's intervention to face off tje challenges faced by state athletes in securing dedicated training time.
Asia's high-altitude snow run in Himachal on March 23
Chandigarh, March 18: The fourth edition of the Snow Marathon Lahaul, Asia’s only and the world’s highest snow marathon at an altitude of 11,000 feet, will take place on March 23.
In a first, no hike in Himachal Budget size: BJP leader Jai Ram Thakur
Shimla, March 17: Himachal Pradesh Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Monday said state's Budget was full of disappointment and far away from vision. Also for the first time state's history, there was no increase in the Budget size.
Himachal CM Sukhu presents Rs 58,514 cr budget with focus on Rural economy and employment
Shimla, March 17: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Monday presented a Rs 58,514 crore budget of Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming financial year, emphasizing rural economic development, employment generation, and social welfare.
CM Sukhu presents populist but deficit Himachal budget of Rs 58,514 crore
Shimla, March 17: With a focus on strengthening the agrarian economy, healthcare, job creation and eco-tourism, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday presented a populist but deficit budget of Rs 58,514 crore for the next fiscal in the Legislative Assembly.
Himachal Pradesh CM enquires after well-being of former Congress MLA Bumber Thakur
Shimla, March 15: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Saturday visited Indira Gandhi Medical College & Hospital (IGMC), Shimla to enquire about the well-being of former legislator Bamber Thakur, who sustained gunshot injuries on Friday at Bilaspur.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrates Holi with cabinet colleagues and PCC president Pratibha Singh
Shimla, March 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrated the festival of colors, Holi, at his official residence in Shimla.
Himachal CM Sukhu alleges corruption in 'Him-Care' scheme, says State Government reworking on it
Shimla, March 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday accused the previous BJP-led government of corruption in the 'Him-Care' scheme, saying that funds were misused through fraudulent billing.
BJP stages walkout in Himachal Assembly over election code violation allegations
Shimla, March 13: The Himachal Pradesh Assembly witnessed a dramatic walkout by the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the fourth day of the budget session.
Himachal Pradesh: Sujanpur Holi fair begins with cheerful flair, CM Sukhu leads procession
Hamirpur, March 13: The four-day-long National-level Sujanpur Holi Fair of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh commenced with Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu performing the traditional Puja ceremony at the historic Murali-Manohar Temple in Sujanpur Tira.
Budget presentation rescheduled to 11 am on March 17: Himachal Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania
Shimla, March 12: In a key development concerning the ongoing budget session, the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly will observe a holiday on Saturday, March 15.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurates 10 development projects worth Rs 43.64 crore
Shimla, March 12: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of 10 development projects worth Rs. 43.64 crore at Sujanpur for Sujanpur Assembly constituency of Hamirpur district, according to a statement.
Himachal govt issues circular on teachers' dress code, Education Minister emphasises decency, professionalism
Shimla, March 12: The Himachal Pradesh Education Department has issued a circular regarding a dress code for teachers in schools.
Himachal Pradesh shines at Khelo India Winter Games with gold, silver in women's ski mountaineering vertical race
Gulmarg, March 10: Team Himachal Pradesh displayed exceptional skill and determination on the second day of the Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg, securing a gold and silver medal in the highly competitive women's ski mountaineering vertical race.
Himachal highly vulnerable to climate change, says Governor in address to Assembly
Shimla, March 10: Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Monday, in his address to the legislative Assembly on the first day of the 16-day Budget session, said being Himalayan region the state is highly vulnerable to climate change.
BJP trying to shift blame on us for their failures: Himachal CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 10: Ahead of the budget session of the Himachal Pradesh legislative assembly, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday morning led a meeting of the Congress Legislative Party (CLP).
Making every possible effort to provide quality education: Himachal CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 10: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted that the state government is enhancing facilities in government institutions and making every possible effort to provide quality education.
Will ensure proceedings remain productive: Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker
Shimla, March 10: The Budget Session of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly commenced on Monday at 2:00 PM, with Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania presiding over the session.
Himachal govt running away from discussions, says BJP ahead of Budget Session
Shimla, March 9: The main Opposition BJP at its Legislature Party meeting on Sunday here under the chairmanship of Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur said the Congress government in the state is running away from discussions during the 16-day Budget session, starting on Monday.
Himachal Pradesh: Tibetan Buddhist monks perform traditional Cham at Tsechu Fair in Mandi
Mandi, March 9: Tibetan Buddhist monks performed the traditional Cham (lama dance) at the Tsechu Fair in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Guru Padmasambhava, revered as the founder of Vajrayana Buddhism in Tibet.