Lahaul-Spiti Floods: Villages Cut Off, Farming Crippled Flash floods have wreaked havoc across Lahaul and Spiti district, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. Roads and bridges have been severely damaged, impacting transportation and isolating numerous villages. Agricultural lands have been inundated, severely affecting the livelihoods of farmers dependent on the upcoming harvest. Crucial […]

Lahaul-Spiti Floods: Villages Cut Off, Farmers Face Ruin Flash floods have wreaked havoc across Lahaul and Spiti district, causing widespread damage to roads, bridges, agricultural lands, and vital water infrastructure. The deluge, which struck on August 3, 2025, has left numerous villages isolated and facing severe transportation challenges. Farmers are particularly hard-hit, with extensive damage […]

Landslide Claims Bulldozer Operator’s Life on NH-5 A tragic incident unfolded on August 3, 2025, near Kumarsain, claiming the life of a 54-year-old bulldozer operator, Dinesh Kumar. Kumar was operating the machine to clear debris from a landslide that had struck National Highway-5. The ground unexpectedly gave way, causing the bulldozer to plunge into a […]

UP Migrant Worker Crushed to Death in Rajasthan Marble Quarry A tragic accident claimed the life of a migrant worker from Uttar Pradesh on August 3, 2025. Ramesh Kumar, hailing from a village in UP, perished in Bohni village, Rajasthan. Kumar was unloading marble slabs from a truck when the heavy load collapsed, crushing him. […]

Landslide Robs Navy NCO of Home, Land; Bureaucracy’s Delay Adds to Woe A tragic incident has unfolded in the life of Suram Singh, a dedicated Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) serving in the Indian Navy. A devastating landslide, compounded by relentless erosion, has claimed his house and over 60 kanals of land. The incident occurred sometime prior […]

Himalayan Cleanup: 8.55 Tonnes of Waste Removed from Manimahesh Yatra Route A massive clean-up operation preceding the annual Manimahesh Yatra has successfully removed 8.55 tonnes of waste from the pilgrimage route. The drive, spanning July 15 to 30, was spearheaded by the Bharmour administration. Volunteers meticulously sorted the collected waste into 13 distinct categories. This […]

Mother’s Milk: A Nation’s Health Shield World Breastfeeding Week, observed recently, underscored the vital role of breastfeeding in nurturing a healthier India. Public Education Officer Birbal Verma highlighted the immense benefits for both mother and child. He stressed that breast milk significantly boosts infants’ immune systems and cognitive development. For mothers, breastfeeding offers considerable health […]

Navy Veteran’s Plight: Six Years of Red Tape After Landslide Devastation A dedicated Indian Navy Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO), has endured six years of bureaucratic inertia after a landslide tragically destroyed his home and over 60 kanals of fertile farmland. The devastating event, which occurred on March 31, 2025, rerouted a nearby rivulet, causing catastrophic soil […]

Kullu Parking Chaos: Residents Revolt Against Police Challans Kullu residents are up in arms against what they call arbitrary police challans for roadside parking. The anger stems from a severe lack of adequate parking infrastructure in the popular hill station. Locals allege discriminatory enforcement, claiming some groups receive preferential treatment while others face hefty fines. […]

Lambagaon Milkfed: Empowering Farmers, One Litre at a Time The Lambagaon Milkfed Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) in Suan commenced milk procurement operations on August 1, 2025, offering Minimum Support Prices (MSP) to local dairy farmers. This initiative aims to significantly boost farmers’ incomes and revitalise rural agriculture in the region. The FPO, already recognised for […]