Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh state development and economic policy

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh CM announces tourism investment and community housing schemes

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has initiated several development and economic reform programs aimed at state self-reliance. In Mandi, the Chief Minister inaugurated 21 projects worth Rs 136.25 cro

Narcotics enforcement in Pakistan and India

10 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Operation Trident: Indian agencies dismantle international drug cartel

Authorities in Pakistan and India have conducted significant anti-narcotics operations involving large-scale seizures and arrests. In Pakistan, the Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department seized 960 kilograms o

Indian school, bank, and stock market holidays, Oct 2026

8 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: India bank holidays: Regional closures on October 26

In late September 2026, school holiday schedules were announced across various Indian states for October, driven by religious and national observances such as Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 and the Durga Puja period. Region

Maharashtra drought relief and agrarian crisis response

17 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Maharashtra drought crisis affects 74% of talukas

Maharashtra continues to face a severe agrarian crisis following a significant rainfall deficit attributed to El Niño. The state has officially declared 265 out of 358 talukas as drought-affected, covering approximately

Global gold and silver market volatility – Oct 2026

178 clusters · 567 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: India gold and silver prices fluctuate ahead of festive season

By late October 2026, gold and silver markets remained highly volatile, driven by US Federal Reserve policy, geopolitical tensions, and fluctuating energy prices. In the US, gold prices faced significant pressure in ear

Himachal Pradesh medical education expansion

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh receives approval for 320 new PG medical seats

The Himachal Pradesh government has initiated plans to upgrade medical colleges to provide advanced healthcare services and reduce the necessity for residents to travel to other states for specialized treatment. Chief Mi

Cybercrime and online betting investigations in India

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Indian police dismantle multiple online betting and scam rackets

Law enforcement agencies in India have conducted several operations targeting digital crimes, specifically online betting and cyber harassment. In Madhya Pradesh, police arrested individuals involved in separate digital

Indian state government allowance increases

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh announces 5% Dearness Allowance hike

Several Indian state governments have implemented increases to Dearness Allowance (DA) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for government employees and pensioners. In Telangana, the state sanctioned two pending DA installmen

India 2026 monsoon: Flooding, cyclonic systems, and ENSO

401 clusters · 350 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Bay of Bengal weather system projected to become cyclonic storm

The 2026 monsoon season has been characterized by intense volatility, with significant weather disruptions occurring in August, September, and October. In August, heavy monsoon activity and low-pressure systems over the

India administrative reshuffles (May‑Oct 2026)

46 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Madhya Pradesh reshuffles four IAS officers in administrative changes

The wave of senior civil‑service reassignments that began in late May 2026 spread across several states and reached the centre. In August 2026, administrative changes continued in several states. In Madhya Pradesh, the g

Road accidents in Himachal Pradesh

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Chamba car accident kills teacher, injures four family members

Multiple fatal and non-fatal road accidents have been reported across various districts in Himachal Pradesh. In the Sirmaur district, a high-speed collision between a car and a dumper truck near the Yamuna Bridge result

Ladakh infrastructure and constitutional development

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Ladakh implements ₹3,350 crore infrastructure plan and constitutional safeguards

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated five major development projects in Ladakh valued at approximately Rs 3,350 crore. These initiatives focus on connectivity, energy, water security, and heritage. Key developments i

India 2026 UPSC & State PSC Exams Update

40 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: UPSC reschedules Principal and Vice-Principal recruitment exam to January 2027

The 2026 recruitment cycle for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and various state commissions has seen significant activity across India. In Uttar Pradesh, the UPPSC increased vacancies for the PCS-2026 recruit

Himachal Pradesh apple industry challenges

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh apple production declines due to adverse weather

In September 2026, Congress MLAs in Himachal Pradesh, led by Kuldeep Singh Rathore, petitioned the state government to increase the apple support price under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS). The request sought to ra

Glacial melting and surge risks in High Mountain Asia

5 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Himalayan flood risks rise amid rapid urbanization and glacial instability

Research indicates that surging glaciers—characterized by sudden, significant increases in movement speed—pose a major threat to populated areas. While these glaciers represent only 1% of the global total, they account f

Weather alerts in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh weather alert: Rain, hail, and snowfall reported

Meteorological departments have issued weather alerts for the northern Indian states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh due to the influence of a Western Disturbance. In Uttarakhand, a yellow alert has been issued for

BJP gains control of Himachal Pradesh Zila Parishads

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh: BJP-supported candidates win 11 Zila Parishad seats

In Himachal Pradesh, BJP-backed candidates have secured significant leadership positions in local Zila Parishad elections. The shift began with the election of Bhupender Sisodiya as Chairman and Bharat Klanta as Vice-Cha

Assam monkey population management efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Assam to conduct monkey census for pilot sterilization drive

The Assam government is addressing a growing monkey menace, primarily involving Rhesus macaques and cap monkeys, which has caused significant damage to crops, homes, and urban infrastructure. In some regions, such as the

BJP organizational restructuring in Himachal Pradesh

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: BJP reorganizes Himachal Pradesh structure to strengthen grassroots presence

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Himachal Pradesh has undertaken a series of organizational updates to strengthen its grassroots presence. Initially, the party focused on specific cell leadership, appointing new state

Nalagadh police station IED blast investigation

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: NIA files charge sheet in Bhubaneswar bomb blast case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is investigating an improvised explosive device (IED) blast that occurred on January 1 at the Nalagadh police station in Himachal Pradesh. The explosion took place near the outer w

Indian Finance Minister international economic engagements

8 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Nirmala Sitharaman urges Qatari businesses to invest in India

Indian Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has undertaken several high-level engagements to address domestic and international economic matters. Following her G20 and North American engagements in late August, Sith

Himachal monsoon hazards and seasonal weather shifts

17 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Himachal Pradesh faces road closures and snowfall

The monsoon crisis in Himachal Pradesh has intensified through an 85-day period spanning from June 30 to September 22. The death toll has reached 354 fatalities, comprising 143 deaths from disaster-related incidents like

Monsoon weather patterns in India

7 clusters · 19 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: India weather patterns shift as monsoon withdraws

Monsoon activity across northern and western India has shown varying patterns. In early September, rainfall began to weaken in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. While Rajasthan experienced sudden rain in Alwar that prompted s