Manali: It is an undeniable fact that Manali economy relies on tourism. It is well said that tourism is the bread for Manali.  It is also well known that tourism is not an ultimate goal but a means to achieve the goal that is primarily the welfare of Manali and Kullu [...]

Shimla: A monthly increase in diesel prices, something that should have increased the losses of Himachal Roadways (HRTC), has not only been absorbed but since April the income by of the public transport corporation has increased by over Rs 3.5 crores. Talking to Hill Post, Ajay Mittal, additional chief secretary transport said, “there [...]

Manali: Facing strong resistance from Dhaba (roadside eatery) owners to protect their means of livelihoods, the Himachal Pradesh forest department on orders from the high court swung into action and removed 8 Dhabas from Marhi, 37 Km from here on Manali-Leh Border road close to Rohtang Pass. Meanwhile 17 Dhabas owners have approached the High [...]

Shimla: Unfurling the school flag to high speed winds atop Mt Everest was one of the dreams of the Lawerence School Sanawar team realized in the early morning hours today as the five of boys braving freezing temperatures have scaled the world’s highest mountain. The first to get to the [...]

In the shadow of several 8000 meter high peaks, which include Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Lohla, Lingtern Pumori and others, the Sanawar Everest Team has set out to get to the top of the Mt Everest, something the boys, now grown up to be counted as men, have trained hard for [...]