Himachal’s Aadhaar Drive: 56% Child Coverage, Aiming for 100% Himachal Pradesh has emerged as a frontrunner in Aadhaar enrolment for children under five, achieving a remarkable 56% coverage rate. This significant progress underscores the state’s commitment to digital inclusion. The state government has set an ambitious target of 100% Aadhaar saturation. Efforts are underway to […]

Himachal’s Aadhaar Drive: A Child’s Right, A State’s Pride Himachal Pradesh has emerged as a frontrunner in Aadhaar enrollment for children under five, achieving a remarkable 56% coverage rate. This significant progress underscores the state’s commitment to inclusive governance and digital empowerment. The state government is aiming for complete saturation, targeting 100% enrollment of all […]

Apple Market Crash: Himachal’s Orchards Face Bitter Harvest The apple season in Himachal Pradesh, which began with much promise, has ended in a bitter harvest for many growers. A sudden crash in market prices has left farmers struggling to even recover their production costs. Poor fruit quality, attributed to widespread fungal diseases, is a major […]

Apple Crisis Hits Himachal: Farmers Face Crushing Losses The apple season in Himachal Pradesh, which began with high hopes, has turned into a bitter harvest for many growers. A sudden market crash has left farmers struggling to even recover their production costs. Poor fruit quality, widespread fungal diseases, and significant delays at collection centres are […]

Himachal’s Apple Growers: Cold Storage Crunch Threatens Harvest Himachal Pradesh’s apple growers, the backbone of the state’s economy, are facing a major challenge this season. Many small-scale farmers are unable to utilise Cold Storage (CA) facilities due to high costs and the large storage capacity required. This inability to store their produce efficiently is leading […]

Himachal’s Orchard Crisis: Small Growers Frozen Out by Cold Storage Costs Himachal Pradesh’s apple and other fruit growers, particularly smallholders, are facing a severe challenge: the prohibitive cost of cold storage (CA) facilities. Many lack the financial resources to utilize large-scale CA stores. The immediate need for cash to meet daily expenses further complicates matters. […]

Himachal Braces for More Downpour: Orange Alerts Issued Heavy rainfall continues to lash Himachal Pradesh, prompting the meteorological department to issue orange alerts for several districts. Bilaspur, Una, and Hamirpur are under an orange alert today, August 3, 2025. The alert extends to Sirmaur and Kangra tomorrow, August 4, 2025, as the state anticipates more […]

Himachal Braces for More Downpour: Orange Alerts Sounded Heavy rainfall continues to lash Himachal Pradesh, prompting the meteorological department to issue orange alerts for several districts. Bilaspur, Una, and Hamirpur are under an orange alert today, August 3, 2025. The warning extends to Sirmaur and Kangra tomorrow, August 4, 2025, as the state remains in […]

Himachal Braces for Monsoon Fury: Heavy Rains Forecast Till August 9 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several districts in Himachal Pradesh, predicting heavy rainfall until August 9. Yellow warnings are in place for other areas. This comes after recent downpours, with Bharari in Hamirpur district recording the highest rainfall […]

Himachal Reels Under Monsoon Fury: 307 Roads Blocked, Losses Mount to Rs 1692 Crore Heavy rainfall continues to batter Himachal Pradesh, triggering widespread devastation across the state. As of August 3, 2025, a staggering 307 roads remain closed due to landslides and flooding, severely impacting connectivity. An orange alert remains in effect, urging residents to […]