Shimla – With the onset of summer, Shimla faces a familiar adversary: water scarcity. However, this year, the situation has taken a concerning turn as significant leakages have been uncovered in the city’s century-old drinking water lines, originally laid during the British era. The discovery of these leakages has highlighted the vulnerability of Shimla’s water […] The post Summer Brings Concerns as Shimla Grapples with Historic Water Line Leakages appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Order on WhatsApp, Drug Supplied Through Courier; Delhi Engineer Alleged Kingpin in Case In a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, the police have exposed a complex global drug smuggling network with roots stretching from Punjab to Himachal Pradesh. The investigation, triggered by the arrest of individuals involved in a drug smuggling operation, […] The post From Punjab to Shimla: Chitta Trail Leads to Global Drug Smuggling Network appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

In a heart-stopping incident on the roads of Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, an HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) bus experienced a terrifying tyre malfunction. As the bus was en route from Jogindernagar to Amritsar, the entire rear tyre of the semi-deluxe bus suddenly detached from the vehicle. Eyewitnesses recount the panic that ensued among passengers as […] The post HRTC Bus Tyre Comes Loose: Narrowly Escapes Major Accident appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Sundernagar – In a concerning development that has sparked widespread condemnation, trees in Sunder Nagar were reportedly nailed to facilitate the installation of CCTV cameras during the recent Nalwar Fair. It has triggered outrage among environmentalists, who denounce the act as a flagrant disregard for nature’s sanctity. The decision to utilize trees as mounts for […] The post Trees Nailed for CCTV Installation, Environmentalist Escalates Complaint to High Court appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology Mandi have unveiled a promising solution for sustainable agriculture. Their breakthrough involves the development of natural polymer-based microgels designed to slowly release nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizers, offering a significant advancement in crop nutrition while minimizing environmental impact. The world’s growing population, expected to reach 10 billion by 2050, […] The post IIT Mandi’s New Microgels Promise Greener Agriculture appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Shimla – Amidst the political fallout from the recent Rajya Sabha elections, BJP leader Jairam Thakur launched a scathing critique of the state government during a press conference in Shimla. Thakur’s remarks centered on what he perceives as a significant erosion of moral authority within the ruling Congress party. Thakur wasted no time in casting […] The post BJP’s Jairam Thakur Challenges Ethical Standing of Himachal Pradesh Government Post Rajya Sabha Elections appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Hamirpur – In a tragic turn of events, a 19-year-old aspiring NEET candidate ended her life in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. The victim, identified as Noorjahan, was a resident of Sahabganj, Jharkhand, and had been residing in a rented room in Jahu while attending coaching classes for the NEET. Reports suggest that Noorjahan had been preparing […] The post 19-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Commits Suicide in Hamirpur appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Bilaspur – In a heart-wrenching incident near Delag under the Barmana police station in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, an elderly couple met a tragic end when their vehicle careened off the road, plunging into a 50-meter deep ditch. Alongside the couple, another couple in the vehicle sustained serious injuries, prompting a swift response from […] The post Speeding Car Plunges into 50-Meter Ditch in Himachal Pradesh, 2 Died appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Rohtang Pass received a fresh layer of snowfall on Sunday, marking a picturesque scene that delighted both tourists and locals. Alongside Rohtang, the high peaks of Koksar and Dhauladhar in Dharamshala also experienced a fresh snowfall. Meanwhile, in the lower regions including Shimla, Kullu, and Chamba, light rain was observed. This recent snowfall significantly dropped […] The post Rohtang Pass Blanketed in Snow Amidst Varied Weather Patterns Across Himachal Pradesh appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more

Youth Grapple with Online Gaming Stress, Elderly Face Loneliness in Himachal Himachal Pradesh is grappling with a silent epidemic as mental stress pervades every segment of society, from the youth to the elderly, with startling statistics indicating that one in every four individuals in the state is a victim. The latest figures from the Indian […] The post Mental Stress Grips Every Fourth Individual in Himachal, ICMR Report Reveals appeared first on The News Himachal ..read more