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One dead, over 40 injured as bus rolls off road in Himachal’s Bilaspur

March 3, 2023 11:58 IST

The private bus was carrying tourists from Manali and was heading towards Haryana.

It also decided to restructure the financial assistance extended to Himachal Pradesh Power Transmission Corporation Ltd (HPPTCL) under Himachal Pradesh Clean Energy Transmission Investment Programme. (Express Photo)

Himachal Cabinet brings public service commission under law preventing exam malpractices

March 1, 2023 21:31 IST

The Cabinet also approved the creation of 45 posts of different categories for Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centres in all 11 civil and sessions divisions, besides the Nalagarh, Sarkaghat, Sundernagar and Ghumarwin subdivisions.

Ensure forest clearances in a time-bound manner: Sukhu urges Centre

February 28, 2023 10:07 IST

The state government is promoting e-vehicles in Himachal Pradesh and developing necessary infrastructure for it by constructing adequate number of e-charging stations for electric vehicles.

Congress govt discriminated against Kangra: Jai Ram Thakur

February 24, 2023 08:23 IST

Jai Ram Thakur said the BJP and the party-led Union government have paid special attention to the district and scheduled G-20 meetings in its Dharamsala town in April-May.

Sukhu govt dissolves state staff selection commission

February 22, 2023 09:41 IST

The examination of JOA (IT) scheduled for December 25 was cancelled after the paper leak was unearthed on December 23, 2022 when the vigilance arrested a senior assistant of HPSSC Uma Azad with a solved question paper and Rs 2.5 lakh in cash.

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February 20, 2023 07:14 IST

When it comes to religious places, Una district is known more, nay most, for Chintpurni temple. The book, too, begins with this temple, detailing how a dream sequence led to the discovery of this religious shrine.

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Anurag Thakur launches 24X7 DD channel dedicated to Himachal Pradesh

February 17, 2023 00:51 IST

DD Himachal will be available on DTH. Thakur said, “We have set up studios with ultramodern equipment, created digital walls and linked them with DTH to expand coverage.”

On Monday evening, Himachal CM Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu held a meeting with truck unions to discuss the freight rates. (File, Express Photo by Pradeep Kumar)

Himachal CM Sukhwinder Sukhu to meet truck operators, Adani’s cement firm officials today

February 14, 2023 12:35 IST

Adani Group shut down its two cement plants in Solan and Bilaspur in December after the truck operators refused to accept the revised freight rates.

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu during a meeting. (Image source: Twitter/SukhuSukhvinder)

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to meet truckers, Adani officials

February 14, 2023 01:59 IST

The state government is committed to protecting the rights of the truck operators and the deadlock should be resolved in a way that neither party has to incur any loss, Sukhu said in a statement.

The route will start from Shimla through Manali, Kaza, and Lahaul. (Representational/File)

Mountain Goat expedition kicks off from Shimla

February 13, 2023 05:23 IST

“There are several scenic areas in the state, and large-scale participation will only bring awareness about them,” said Singh.

Fire engulfs old building near CM’s official residence in Shimla

February 12, 2023 14:03 IST

The building called “Firgrove” is about 200 metres away from “Oakover” (CM's official residence) in Shimla. Hidden among the pine trees, Firgrove had played a minor role in India's freedom movement as Mahatma Gandhi stayed at this house on one of his visits to the city.

Shiv Pratap Shukla, former Union Minister of State for Finance (Express Photo by Partha Paul)

Shiv Pratap Shukla appointed as new Himachal Pradesh Governor

February 12, 2023 10:41 IST

President Draupadi Murmu accepted the resignation of governors in more than five states.

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Sukhu seeks higher share in power projects in Himachal

February 10, 2023 03:18 IST

The CM also apprised the Union Minister that around 12,000 MW hydro power potential in the state was yet to be harnessed.

Officials inspect stock at Adani Wilmar warehouse in Parwanoo, Wednesday. PTI

Adani Wilmar inspected over allegations of GST violations in Himachal Pradesh

February 10, 2023 03:23 IST

The action came a day after Congress leader Rahul Gandhi attacked the ruling BJP in Parliament for what he said was its close ties with the Adani Group.

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State Focus Paper: NABARD assesses a potential for credit flow of `31,971 cr in HP

February 9, 2023 00:19 IST

NABARD has assessed a potential for credit flow of Rs 31,971.20 crore in the state under various activities in priority sectors during 2023-24. The estimation is 9.59% higher as compared to the previous year.

SJVN Q3 net profit rises 22 per cent to Rs 287 crore

February 6, 2023 21:16 IST

The consolidated net profit of the company was at Rs 235.46 crore in the quarter ended on December 31, 2021, according to a BSE filing.

There is growing concern among environmentalists and locals over the rising temperatures and depleting snow cover that the snow line is moving upwards and the "Queen of Hills" gradually losing her winter charm. (PTI Photo)

Locals, environmentalists concerned over depleting snow cover, rising temperatures in Shimla

February 5, 2023 10:26 IST

The Himachal Pradesh capital, which used to be draped in white and attract tourists from all over, now mostly presents a brownish look with dry grass covering the hills.

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Truckers union proposes freight rates, HP govt to hold talks with Adani Group

February 4, 2023 09:13 IST

Presiding over a meeting with the union delegates, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the government would discuss the freight rates proposed by the operators with the cement plant management and directed officers to fix a meeting with them within two days.

Himachal CM flags off fleet of electric vehicles

February 4, 2023 08:51 IST

Adopting the 'Go Green' approach, the directorate of transport has replaced the official petrol and diesel vehicles with electrical vehicles, officials said, adding that the aim was to curtail the unnecessary expenditure on petroleum products and preserve the pristine environment of the hill state.

During the meeting on Wednesday. (Image source: Twitter/SukhuSukhvinder)

Adani plants in Himachal shut for 50 days, truck operators meet CM

February 2, 2023 03:03 IST

Two cement plants at Barmana (Bilaspur district) and Darlaghat (Solan district) owned by ACC Limited and Ambuja Cements, respectively, have been closed since December 15 due to a dispute over freight charges and operators engaged in carriage of cement and clinkers are facing a crisis of livelihood.

The HPU Registrar said they had issued a notice to SFI to stop screening of the documentary “India, the Modi Question” immediately as it could create a law and order situation on the campus. (File Photo)

Himachal: SFI stopped from screening BBC documentary on varsity campus

January 29, 2023 10:16 IST

“We had organised a screening of documentary through a projector within the campus for the students. It is our belief that everyone must see it. The authorities informed the police and it was disrupted,” said Amit Thakur, state secretary SFI.

Former Himachal Pradesh IG ZH Zaidi (in blue )(Express/photo)

Himachal Pradesh govt revokes suspension of IGP Z H Zaidi

January 27, 2023 22:07 IST

Suraj, an accused, died at the Kotkhai police station on the intervening night of July 18 and 19, 2017. After the custodial death, the case was handed over to the CBI.

The police have identified the deceased as Krishan (30), Amar (18), and Rajveer (16). (Representational)

Three from Punjab die in road accident in Shimla

January 24, 2023 14:17 IST

According to officials, the accident occurred after a mini truck lost control near Bhong in Shoghi and rolled over for about 900 meters before coming to a halt.

The Adani Group is learnt to have offered Rs 6 per tonne per km (PTPK) against the existing rate of Rs 10.58 PTPK for ACL and Rs 11.41 PTPK for ACC. (File)

Its cement units shut, Adani CEO tells Himachal to help with truck unionsSubscriber Only

January 23, 2023 11:24 IST

The two parties have been negotiating for over a month, with the latest meeting on Friday – in which Himachal Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan too participated – remaining inconclusive.

His appointment as Vice Chairman of the HP Tourism Board was ratified by the Governor on Thursday evening.

Appointed tourism board vice chairman, Bali plans big for Himachal

January 22, 2023 21:38 IST

“Tourism is essential to Himachal Pradesh. Several things are being worked out with regards to airport facilities. Getting the heliport expanded is a priority and all other related works will be completed in the coming time,” said Bali, a first time MLA from Nagrota Bagwan and son of former transport minister GS Bali.