Himachal Clamps Down on Illegal Transport: Crackdown on Out-of-State Vehicles The Himachal Pradesh Transport Department has launched a major crackdown on out-of-state buses and private vehicles flouting permit regulations. This special drive targets vehicles operating within the state without the necessary permits or having failed to pay the Special Road Tax. Penalties are being strictly […]

Solan MC Hands Over Water Supply: Debt Crisis Forces Transfer to JSD The Solan Municipal Corporation (MC) is offloading its water distribution responsibilities to the Jal Shakti Department (JSD), effective immediately. This decision, announced late Thursday, July 31, 2025, follows a crippling financial crisis triggered by a steep tariff hike implemented in 2024. The hike, […]

Highway Crumbles Again: Manali Road Hit by Landslide, Travel Chaos Ensues Heavy rainfall triggered a major landslide and significant land subsidence on a section of the Kiratpur-Manali highway near Diyod on July 31, 2025. This resulted in a complete disruption of traffic along this crucial route. The affected area, known for its susceptibility to landslides, […]

Himachal Pradesh Govt Unveils Sweeping Reforms: OBC Quota, Flood Relief, and More The Himachal Pradesh government on July 31, 2025, announced a series of significant policy decisions impacting various sectors. A key highlight is the approval of Other Backward Classes (OBC) reservation in urban local bodies, a long-standing demand of the community. Simultaneously, the state […]

Kangra Airport Eyes Night Flights: Tourism Boost on the Horizon Himachal Pradesh has formally requested approval for night landing facilities at Kangra Airport. This significant infrastructure upgrade will allow flights to operate even with reduced visibility. The move aims to dramatically boost tourism in the state. Increased flight frequency and accessibility to popular tourist destinations […]

Mandi Tragedy: One Dead, Nine Injured in Bus Plunge A horrific bus accident near Tuna village in Mandi district claimed the life of one woman on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Nine others sustained injuries in the incident. The ill-fated bus, en route from Jehal to Chailchowk, veered off the road and plunged into a deep […]

Himachal CM, Dy CM Mourn Galwan Valley Tragedy Chief Minister Sukhu and Deputy Chief Minister Agnihotri expressed profound grief over the tragic demise of an Army officer and a Lance Dafadar in the Galwan Valley on July 31, 2025. Their vehicle was struck by a large boulder, resulting in the unfortunate loss of life. The […]

Shimla Decongestion Plan: Armed Police HQ Shift to Kangra The Himachal Pradesh Police will relocate its Armed Police and Training Headquarters from Junga, Shimla to Daroh in Kangra district. This move, announced on July 31, 2025, is a key component of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s broader plan to ease congestion in the state capital. […]

HP Govt. Cracks Down on Bus Fare Fraud, Unveils New Initiatives The Himachal Pradesh government is taking a multi-pronged approach to address several key issues, ranging from streamlining public transport to tackling legacy cases and improving infrastructure. A significant step involves the issuance of free or concessional ID cards for bus travel by the Himachal […]