Himachal Pradesh: Ex-Army Brigadier Slams Civilian HIMPESCO Appointment Retired Brigadier Khushal Thakur has strongly criticised the Himachal Pradesh government’s decision to appoint a civilian as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of HIMPESCO. This state-owned enterprise traditionally appoints retired defence personnel to the top post. The Brigadier expressed deep disappointment among ex-servicemen over this move, […]

High Court Slams Jal Shakti, Shuts Illegal Mining Tunnel The Himachal Pradesh High Court on July 10, 2025, ordered the immediate closure of an illegal tunnel beneath the Shahnehar canal. This passage, the court found, was being brazenly exploited by the mining mafia for transporting illegally extracted minerals. The court expressed strong displeasure at the […]

From Fish Ponds to Fortune: Himachal Farmer’s Success Story Ghulam Rasool, a farmer from Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, has dramatically improved his fortunes thanks to state-sponsored initiatives. His journey exemplifies the transformative power of government welfare schemes in rural India. Rasool availed himself of subsidized loans offered by the state government. He used these funds to […]

Himachal Braces for Deluge: Flash Flood Threat Looms Heavy rainfall is predicted to lash Himachal Pradesh until July 16, prompting urgent warnings from the meteorological department. A yellow alert for heavy downpours remains in effect until July 15. Six districts are specifically under a flash flood warning, demanding immediate preparedness from local administrations and residents. […]

Army Rushes to Aid Flood-Ravaged Himachal The Indian Army has launched a major relief operation in Himachal Pradesh following devastating flash floods. Relief columns have been deployed across affected areas. Teams are clearing blocked roads and pathways, restoring vital access to isolated communities. Medical aid, essential supplies, and satellite phones are being provided to those […]

Himachal Seeks Forest Land for Disaster Victims: One-Time Settlement on Cards Himachal Pradesh will approach the Centre for permission to resettle victims of recent devastating natural calamities on forest land. The state government is formulating a comprehensive one-time settlement policy to address the issue. A special relief package is also in the pipeline, aimed at […]