HIMACHAL PRADESH POLICE
Uttarakhand: Vehicular movement halted at Badrinath National Highway due to falling debris
The Badrinath National Highway in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, has faced severe disruptions due to debris accumulation at multiple locations. Chamoli Police reported blockages near Bhanerpani, old Nagar Panchayat Pipalkoti, Kanchen Ganga, Chhinka Paagalnala, and Helang. These incidents have stranded commuters and locals, impacting traffic significantly. Efforts by local authorities and police to clear the debris have been ongoing, with interruptions in vehicular movement lasting for several hours at different points along the highway.
Himachal Pradesh CM raises upper age limit for police constable recruitment to 26
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu approved one-year age limit relaxation for 1226 Constable recruitment. State Cabinet meeting chaired by Sukhu granted the relaxation.
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.
Kangana slap row: Farmer outfits take out march in support of CISF woman constable
Several farmer outfits rallied in Mohali in support of a CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped Kangana Ranaut. Farmer leaders demanded a fair investigation, criticizing Ranaut for provocative statements. The constable claimed she was upset with Ranaut's stance on farmer protests. Ranaut alleged she was hit and abused during a security check.
FIR lodged against CISF lady constable who allegedly slapped Kangana Ranaut
A CISF lady constable allegedly slapped BJP MP Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport. An FIR has been filed against the constable under IPC sections 321 and 341, but no arrest has been made.
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.
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CISF constable booked for slapping Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport, police sources deny arrest
A CISF woman constable has been arrested and suspended for allegedly slapping BJP MP-elect and actress Kangana Ranaut at Chandigarh airport. Ranaut, who claimed the attack was linked to her comments on farmers' protests, addressed the incident on social media. The CISF has launched an investigation and filed a complaint against the constable.
CISF files FIR, suspends lady constable for 'slapping' Kangana Ranaut
Another video went viral on 'X' where the CISF lady constable was seen explaining why she slapped Kangana Ranaut. "She stated that the farmers are sitting there for Rs 100. Will she go and sit there? My mother was sitting there and protesting when she gave this statement," the constable said.
Braving icy heights: Election at world's highest polling station
The polling station at Tashigang, serving 62 voters from Tashigang and Gete, has been made a model polling booth.
Phase 7 Elections: Violence erupts in West Bengal, EVMs thrown into pond
Phase 7 Elections: The West Bengal Chief Electoral Office posted on X, "Today morning at 6.40 am Reserve EVMs & papers of Sector Officer near Benimadhavpur FP school, at 129-Kultali AC of 19-Jaynagar (SC) PC have been looted by a local mob and 1 CU, 1 BU, 2 VVPAT machines have been thrown inside a pond...FIR has been lodged by the Sector Officer and necessary action has been initiated. The poll process in all six booths under the Sector is running uninterrupted. Fresh EVM and papers have been provided to the Sector Officer."
Voters first, then party: Himachal Congress ex-MLAs contesting assembly bypolls on BJP ticket
Rajinder Rana (Sujanpur), Sudhir Sharma (Dharamshala), Ravi Thakur (Lahaul & Spiti), Inder Dutt Lakhanpal (Barsar), Chaitanya Sharma (Gagret) and Devinder Kumar Bhutto (Kutlehar), along with three Independent lawmakers, voted for Harsh Mahajan -- the BJP's nominee in the Rajya Sabha election on February 27.
Himachal Pradesh: Education, jobs and ending discrimination main issues, says transgender icon
Maya Thakur, the transgender icon from Kothi village in Kunihar area of Solan district under Shimla parliamentary constituency, advocates for transgender rights, education, employment, and social acceptability, highlighting the challenges faced by the transgender community.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across multiple states as Delhi-NCR witnesses major weather disruptions
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in several parts of the country, including Uttarakhand, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, south Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, west Uttar Pradesh, Meghalaya, and others. Delhi-NCR experienced a major thunderstorm and rainfall, leading to traffic disruptions and flight diversions. The IMD has issued alerts for West Bengal and Jammu and Kashmir, while Delhi is under a yellow alert. Himachal Pradesh is also expected to witness rain and hailstorms. Unseasonal rains in Pune provided relief from the heat but also caused incidents of tree falls and fires.
AIFF member Deepak Sharma arrested for assaulting two women players in Goa
Deepak Sharma arrested for assaulting two women players of Khad FC during Indian Women's Football League. Mapusa police took him into custody under various sections. He will be produced in court for remand.
CBI chargesheets 88 in 2022 HP Police Constable recruitment examination paper leak
It alleged that multiple organised gangs in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Delhi and Haryana were allegedly part of the conspiracy as were several individuals running coaching institutes in Nalanda (Bihar), Kangra (HP), Rohtak (Haryana), Delhi and Jammu.
Himachal: Disqualified Congress MLA Rana signals dissatisfaction with state govt; hints at 'potential topple'
Rajinder Rana, a disqualified Congress MLA, expressed dissatisfaction with the present government in Himachal Pradesh, stating that it will soon be toppled. He criticized the lack of progress, the Chief Minister's claims, and the disqualification process.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker suspends 15 BJP MLAs, state minister Vikramaditya Singh steps down
Fifteen Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs from Himachal Pradesh were suspended by Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania for allegedly causing disruptions in his chamber. Among those suspended were prominent figures like Jai Ram Thakur and Vikramaditya Singh, who also resigned from his ministerial position citing dissatisfaction with the government's actions.
Himachal crisis: Will run government for five years, says CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu denies resignation rumors. BJP wins in Himachal Pradesh, sets stage for no-trust motion. Himachal government continues for five years. In a stunning upset for the ruling Congress in Himachal Pradesh, the BJP on Tuesday won the state's lone Rajya Sabha seat with its candidate Harsh Mahajan defeating Congress stalwart Abhishek Manu Singhvi and apparently setting the stage for a no-trust motion in the assembly.
6 Congress MLAs, who cross-voted in RS polls, return to Shimla from 'undisclosed location'
Six Congress MLAs, including Rajinder Rana and Ravi Thakur, who voted for the BJP candidate in the Himachal Pradesh Rajya Sabha polls, have returned to Shimla from an undisclosed location in Haryana. They are in touch with the BJP for a possible coup in the state government.
The inside story of how Congress’s Singhvi got deceived by partymen in Himachal Pradesh RS polls
In a surprising turn of events, senior Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi lost the lone Rajya Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh to BJP's Harsh Mahajan. Cross-voting by six Congress MLAs led to a tie. Singhvi won the draw of lots but lost due to an Election Commission norm. Singhvi accused his party members of backstabbing. The BJP now considers moving a no-confidence motion against the 14-month-old Congress government.
Five to six Cong MLAs 'kidnapped', whisked away by CRPF and Haryana Police: Himachal CM Sukhu
A video surfaced online purportedly showing a small convoy of cars outside a guest house in Haryana's Panchkula. Congress MLA from Dharamshala Sudhir Sharma, an independent legislator and some BJP MLAs could be spotted in the clip.
Rajya Sabha Elections: "CRPF, Haryana Police convoy have taken away 5-6 Congress MLAs," Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu
Counting for Himachal Pradesh Rajya Sabha seat continues. Sukhu alleges CRPF and Haryana Police took away 5-6 Congress MLAs. Opposition threatens polling officers. Fierce competition between Singhvi and Mahajan. Congress has a majority. MLAs vote for Singhvi in an indirect election.
'Delhi Chalo' march: SCBA urges CJI to take action against "erring" farmers
The Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) has requested Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud to take action against farmers who are attempting to enter Delhi forcibly to create nuisance and disturb daily life. Farmers from Punjab are planning to march from the Ambala-Shambhu, Khanauri-Jind, and Dabwali borders to press their demands, including a legal guarantee for minimum support price (MSP).
Himachal Pradesh: 504 roads blocked; power and water schemes disrupted due to snowfall
Nearly 504 roads, including 4 National Highways, are closed due to snowfall in Himachal Pradesh. The State Disaster Management Authority released a statement confirming the closures. The affected roads are located in Shimla, Lahaul-Spiti, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, Kinnaur, and Kangra. In addition to the road closures, 674 electricity supply schemes and 44 water supply schemes are disrupted.
300 tourists stuck near Atal Tunnel in Rohtang rescued; Heavy snowfall predicted in hilly regions for next two days
The Himachal Pradesh Police successfully rescued 300 stranded tourists near the South Portal (SP) of the Atal Tunnel in Rohtang after heavy snowfall. The rescue operation, led by SP Kullu and supported by local authorities, resulted in the safe evacuation of all the tourists. The India Meteorological Department had issued an orange alert for snowfall in Himachal Pradesh, with heavy rain or snowfall expected in several districts.
Senior IPS officers Sumedha, Gagandeep Singla among seven new DIGs in CBI
Gagandeep Singla, a 2010-batch IPS officer of Rajasthan cadre, has been named as the DIG for five years, with effect from January 12, 2024 and up to January 11, 2029, another order said. He was in November last year named as the Superintendent of Police in the federal probe agency. Sumedha, a 2005-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre, has been appointed as the DIG in the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for five years, a Personnel Ministry order said.
To beat Himachal traffic woes, tourist takes his Mahindra Thar through river. Watch video
A tourist opted for an unconventional solution to escape traffic congestion in Himachal Pradesh, driving a Mahindra Thar SUV through a river to bypass the jam. The video, widely shared on social media, showed the tourist navigating the Chandra River in Lahaul Valley.
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