Himachal Governor’s Mandi Visit: Relief Assured, But Challenges Remain Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla undertook a visit to Mandi district on August 2, 2025, to personally assess the damage caused by recent devastating natural calamities. His visit focused on providing on-the-ground support to affected communities. The Governor met with families whose lives have been […]

CM Escort’s Booze Run: Five Himachal Cops Suspended Five Himachal Pradesh police officers, including a Sub-Inspector, faced suspension on August 2, 2025. The drastic action followed a viral video showing them allegedly transporting liquor in a government vehicle while escorting the Chief Minister. A departmental inquiry was immediately launched after the video surfaced. The incident […]

HPPSC Welcomes New Member: Dr. Kumar Sworn In Dr. Pavnesh Kumar commenced his duties as a member of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) on August 2, 2025. The swearing-in ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, Shimla. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla administered the oath of office to Dr. Kumar. The event was attended by […]

Himachal’s Paradise in Peril: Palampur’s Ecological Alarm Bells Palampur, the picturesque hill station in Himachal Pradesh, is grappling with a severe ecological crisis. Deforestation, unchecked mining activities, and a burgeoning population are placing immense strain on the town’s delicate ecosystem. Environmental experts have raised serious concerns about widespread soil erosion, escalating pollution levels, and the […]

Governor’s Swift Action: Relief Rush to Himachal Flood Zones Himachal Pradesh Governor, on August 2, 2025, personally flagged off crucial relief supplies destined for the flood-ravaged Mandi and Kullu districts. The supplies included essential items like tents, blankets, and clothing for the affected population. The Governor expressed deep concern over the escalating frequency and intensity […]

Pong Dam Overflow: Himachal, Punjab on High Alert Heavy rainfall has caused the Pong Dam water level to surge dramatically, prompting authorities in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab to issue flood alerts. The reservoir reached a level of 1,361.07 feet on August 2, 2025, exceeding last year’s levels. As a precautionary measure, excess water will be […]

Sukhu Seeks Forest Norms Relaxation for Himachal’s Rain-Ravaged Families Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has urged the central government to relax forest norms to expedite land allocation for families devastated by the recent unprecedented rainfall and landslides. The request comes in the wake of extensive damage across the state. The Chief Minister highlighted […]