Himachal gets some relief from scorching heat, rain in store
byShimla: The hills of Himachal Pradesh today saw marginal fall in the maximum temperatures but still most of the prominent tourist spots recorded temperatures two…
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BJP launches campaign for Himachal parliamentary by-poll
byShimla: Taking the lead, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today formally launched its campaign for the June 23 Mandi parliamentary by-election in Himachal Pradesh. “We…
Jairam Thakur is BJP candidate for Mandi seat
byNew Delhi, May 25 (IANS) The BJP Saturday announced that former Himachal Pradesh minister Jairam Thakur would be its candidate for the June 23…
Political storm in Himachal averted
byShimla: Ahead of the Mandi parliamentary by-election in Himachal Pradesh, a political crisis sparked by the purported resignation of a Congress minister who was miffed…
Affordable higher education increases interest in Himachal Pradesh University
byShimla: Struggle to get enrolled into the Master’s Degree program in Himachal Pradesh University is not an easy task this year. Entrance exams are…
Himachal courts quashes appointment of 480 teachers
byShimla: In a setback to the previous Prem Kumar Dhumal-led BJP government in the state, the Himachal Pradesh High Court today quashed appointments of…
Searing heat across plains, hills; no respite Saturday
byNew Delhi: Searing summer heat continued to scorch the plains and hills across north India as temperatures remained over 45 degree Celsius today. There will…
President concerned over crime against women
byShimla: Expressing concern over rising incidents of crime against women and children, President Pranab Mukherjee today called for effective measures to ensure their safety and…
Virbhadra submits memo for financial aid
byShimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh today submitted a memorandum to visiting President Pranab Mukherjee, seeking additional central financial assistance to overcome a shortfall…
President concerned over disruptions in legislatures
byShimla: President Pranab Mukherjee today expressed concern over repeated disruptions in parliament and state legislatures. Addressing members of the Himachal Pradesh assembly at its…