HIMACHAL
Tomato prices in India skyrocket on tight supply
Tomato prices have surged to Rs 80 per kg in retail markets due to damaged road networks in Himachal Pradesh from heavy rains, reducing supplies to main consumption areas. The average retail price reached Rs 55 per kg on July 3, up from Rs 35 a month ago. The India Meteorological Department predicts more rain in tomato-growing regions, potentially causing further price hikes. Last year, flash floods pushed prices over ₹350 per kg, prompting McDonald's to temporarily halt tomato usage in some outlets.
Monsoon season: HPTDC offers 20-40 pc discount on room rent in 41 hotels in Himachal
Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation offers discounts on room rent in various hotel units during the monsoon season, excluding specific hotels in different regions.
13 candidates in fray for Himachal bypolls, 2 Independents withdraw
The Himachal Pradesh by-elections feature candidates in Dehra, Hamirpur, and Nalagarh. A total of thirteen candidates vie for the assembly seats. The bypolls are scheduled for July 10, with various contenders from different parties participating.
Finance Commission to address issues of freebies, compensation for green cover: Chairman Panagariya
The 16th Finance Commission will tackle issues related to the distribution of freebies and compensation for providing green cover, Chairman Arvind Panagariya announced on Monday. After discussions with the Himachal Pradesh government, Panagariya explained that the state's expectations and needs were addressed during a detailed presentation.
US Congressional delegation including Nancy Pelosi arrives in Dharamsala for meeting with Dalai Lama
A US Congressional delegation led by House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul arrived in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamsala on Tuesday to meet Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama. The delegation comprised former US House of Representatives ...
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Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's wife Kamlesh Thakur to contest assembly bypoll from Dehra
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's wife Kamlesh Thakur will contest the upcoming Dehra constituency assembly bypoll, as announced by Congress general secretary K C Venugopal after approval from party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. Thakur's candidacy follows a party survey and input from local leaders. She will face two-time Independent MLA Hoshiyar Singh, running on a BJP ticket, in the elections scheduled for July 10.
5 places to travel in Himachal apart from Shimla and Manali
Located in the Kangra Valley, Dharamshala is famous as the residence of the Dalai Lama and the headquarters of the Tibetan government-in-exile. McLeod Ganj, a suburb of Dharamshala, is known for its Tibetan culture, Buddhist monasteries, and scenic trekking trails. It offers a blend of spirituality, stunning mountain views, and vibrant local markets.
Delhi water crisis: A dam to quench Delhi's thirst, but likely to be ready only by 2030
Delhi is in a water battle with Haryana and Himachal Pradesh in the Supreme Court, needing around 33.5 to 36.7 crore liters of water daily. The proposed Renuka Dam project could supply 23,000 liters per second to Delhi but has faced delays. The dam's construction may start in 2024, with completion expected by January 2030 and relief for Delhi by 2032.
Himachal Pradesh: Fire breaks out at Solan forest, fire tenders at spot
A fire broke out in the forests of Solan, Himachal Pradesh. Forest officials, fire tenders, and villagers are struggling to control the fire. Shimla has recorded over 1,500 forest fire incidents with 13,000 hectares of forest land burnt.
Chandigarh cop faces backlash in Dalhousie over Kangana Ranaut slapping incident
A Chandigarh police officer faced harassment from locals and police in Dalhousie after a slapping incident involving MP Kangana Ranaut. The police officer was not involved in the incident with MP. ASI Paramjit Singh, on vacation with his family, encountered hostility due to the prior altercation at Chandigarh airport. Despite seeking assistance, he received no support, leading to an early end to his trip and a formal complaint to the Himachal Pradesh DGP.
Himachal Pradesh's Kullu struck by earthquake of magnitude 3.0
Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district was jolted awake by an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.0 early Friday morning. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the earthquake's epicenter was located at Latitude 31.48 N and Longitude 77.53 E, with a depth of 10 kilometers. The tremor hit Kullu at 3:40 am, causing some residents to feel the ground shake.
Himachal Pradesh: Six newly elected MLAs take oath
Former minister and BJP MLA from Dharamshala, Sudhir Sharma was the first to take oath followed by Congress MLA Anuradha Rana from Lahaul and Spiti. The others who took oath are Congress MLA from Sujanpur, Captain Ranjit Singh, BJP MLA from Barsar, Inder Dutt Lakhanpal, Congress MLA from Gagret, Rakesh Kalia and Congress MLA from Kutlehar, Vivek Sharma.
AAP accuses Haryana's BJP govt of negative politics, stopping Delhi's water supply
AAP accused the BJP government in Haryana of playing negative politics and cutting off water supply from Yamuna, causing a severe shortage in Delhi. AAP's chief national spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar stated that Haryana reduced Delhi's water share from Himachal Pradesh by 200 cusecs, defying an agreement. Delhi plans to raise these concerns in the Supreme Court, which is set to address the issue. Haryana stands accused of not releasing Delhi's water share, a claim denied by the BJP, who blamed AAP for mismanagement leading to water theft and wastage.
Congress floundered in Karnataka, Telangana, Himachal, did well in some states because of allies, says HD Deve Gowda
HD Deve Gowda penned a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing gratitude for the Cabinet position extended to his party. In the letter, he also raised doubts about the Congress party's capability to maintain unity among its allies.
BJP seeks special assembly session to discuss Delhi 'water crisis', blames AAP govt 'mismanagement'
The BJP demanded a special session of the Delhi Assembly to address the city's water crisis, blaming it on the AAP government's mismanagement. BJP Chief Whip Ajay Mahawar, in a letter to Speaker Ram Niwas Goel, highlighted the severe water shortage amid extreme heat. The BJP's Delhi unit chief, Virendra Sachdeva, also called for a session to discuss the issue.
'MP should not be attacked but...': Sanjay Raut on alleged Kangana slap incident
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut faced an altercation at Chandigarh airport. Shiv Sena's Sanjay Raut condemned the incident, emphasizing respect for MPs and farmers. The situation unfolded as Ranaut was traveling from Mumbai to Delhi.
Chinese national held for entering India-China border area without permit in Himachal Pradesh
A Chinese national, Yudong Go, was arrested in Himachal Pradesh's Kinnaur district for illegally entering the India-China border area without an inner-line permit, and was produced in court. He was remanded to police custody till June 10. He possessed marriage documents to an Indian woman. He reached Sumdo via Dubling without the required permit, with his intentions for crossing the inner line remaining unclear.
Delhi water crisis: Haryana reducing water flow to Delhi, 'conspiring' against people, says Atishi
Atishi remarks come a day after the Supreme Court directed the Himachal Pradesh government to release 137 cusecs of surplus water to the national capital, and asked Haryana to facilitate its flow. The apex court also said there should be no politics over water.
Himachal says love all: Advantage for Modi in Lok Sabha, state CM Sukhu gets majority
In the recent elections in Himachal Pradesh, voters expressed a dual preference, intending to vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha elections and for Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in the assembly bypolls. While the BJP secured victory in all four Lok Sabha seats, the Congress won four out of six assembly bypolls. Key wins included Anurag Thakur defeating his Congress rival in Hamirpur and Kangana Ranaut emerging victorious against Vikramaditya Singh in Mandi.
BJP's Rajinder Rana loses to Congress's Ranjit Singh in Himachal's Sujanpur bypoll
BJP's Rana lost to Congress's Ranjit Singh by 2,440 votes in Himachal Pradesh by-elections. Rana and Singh swapped parties. Sujanpur by-election had a voter turnout of 63.76% with 77,742 voters.
Can do roadshow in 47 degrees: Anurag Thakur takes dig at Kejriwal citing ill health while seeking bail
The Supreme Court's Registry on Wednesday said that the apex court's previous order gave Kejriwal the liberty to move the trial court for regular bail. The top court had on May 10 had granted interim bail to the Delhi Chief Minister till June 1 to campaign for Lok Sabha election and asked him to surrender on June 2.
Will complete full term in HP, retain power in 2027: HP CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accuses BJP of using money power to topple government, vows Congress's power until 2027. Initiatives include restoring old pension system, criticizes BJP for lack of support during monsoon disaster.
Six ex-Congress MLAs withdraw plea from SC against disqualification from Himachal Pradesh Assembly
Six former Congress MLAs withdrew their plea from the Supreme Court against disqualification from the Himachal Pradesh Assembly. The MLAs, now contesting assembly bypolls as BJP candidates, were disqualified for cross-voting in Rajya Sabha polls. The bypolls are scheduled for June 1, coinciding with polling for four Lok Sabha seats in the state.
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