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Centre agrees to provide funding for construction of heliports under UDAN scheme

Union Minister directed Kangra Airport expansion feasibility report finalization within two months. The Centre will fund heliport construction across the hill state under the UDAN scheme. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister discussed strengthening air connectivity and aviation infrastructure with the minister. Land acquisition for Kangra Airport expansion is already completed by…

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Himachal Pradesh to develop ropeways under PPP, EAP modes amid high project costs: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh plans public-private partnership and externally aided ropeway projects. High construction costs necessitate greater private and external agency participation. The government aims to connect all tourist destinations with new ropeway infrastructure. Several projects are already underway, with others in various approval stages. This initiative seeks to improve connectivity and…

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Himachal Pradesh to see active monsoon till September 3 as 98 roads remain blocked

Himachal Pradesh anticipates active monsoon conditions through September third. Isolated heavy rainfall is forecast for several districts, impacting infrastructure. Ninety-eight roads remain blocked, and power supply is disrupted across the state. Authorities warn of landslides and rising water levels in rivers. Residents and tourists should exercise caution and follow official…

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Lt Gen Devendra Sharma retires from Indian Army after 39 years of service

After an illustrious thirty-nine years, Lieutenant General Devendra Sharma has retired from the Indian Army. He was the General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of ARTRAC in Shimla, notable for his leadership and bravery. Commissioned into the SCINDE HORSE armoured regiment in 1987, he received the Sena Medal for gallantry during counter-insurgency operations…

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Over 400 rescued after hill slip disrupts Kalka-Shimla train run

A hill slip damaged the Kalka-Shimla railway track, causing disruptions. Northern Railway evacuated 391 passengers and 40 crew members to Kalka. Four incoming trains were short-terminated as a result of the incident. Over 400 individuals were transported by bus and Tempo Traveller vehicles.

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Low apple crop, rising input costs leave Himachal growers worried despite firm prices; traders report losses

Himachal Pradesh apple growers face a difficult season with reduced production. Erratic weather severely impacted fruit setting, leading to lower yields this year. Premium apples fetch firm prices, but costs remain high for growers. Traders report weak demand and small fruit sizes affecting their margins. Pending government payments add to…

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Northern Lights in Scandinavia: What Indian Travellers Actually See, What It Costs, and What No Brochure Says

The photograph lied, and you already knew itThe aurora borealis, in real life, does not look like the aurora borealis in photographs. The greens are muted. The curtains move slowly, sometimes almost imperceptibly, like smoke that has forgotten it is supposed to rise. A camera set to a 15-second exposure…

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BJP seeks FIR against Cong's Pawan Khera over 'derogatory remarks' against Amit Shah

The BJP has demanded an FIR against Congress leader Pawan Khera in Shimla. This action follows alleged derogatory remarks made by Khera about Union Home Minister Amit Shah. A BJP delegation submitted a written complaint to the Shimla superintendent of police. They requested legal action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita…

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Kazakhstan Travel Guide for Indian Travellers: Visa, Almaty, Steppe, and Budget Tips

The visa situation that changes everythingKazakhstan extended visa-free access to Indian passport holders in 2023, valid for stays of up to 14 days. No e-visa form, no appointment queue at an embassy, no letter of invitation. You land at Almaty International Airport or Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport in Astana, show…

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Himachal Homestay Tourism: What Mountain Families Gain and What Travellers Bring Back

The room is not the pointThe bed is narrow. The blanket smells of cedar and something older. Outside the window, a walnut tree drops its fruit onto a tin roof at 5 a.m., and that sound wakes you before the family does. You did not come here for the room.…

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The Spiti-Kinnaur Loop in Late September Is Himachal at Its Most Honest and Beautiful

The Season Nobody Talks AboutThe poplars along the Sutlej go gold before anything else. You notice them first near Rampur, still low enough in altitude that the air has some give to it, and by the time you reach Pooh the gold has deepened into something closer to amber, the…

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Kinnaur Is the Himachal District That Looks Like Tibet and Gets Overlooked Because Manali Is Easier

The road that most people don't takeYou leave Shimla and the hills start changing almost immediately. The pine forests thin. The rock face closes in. By the time you reach Rampur, the Sutlej is a grey-green roar below you and the road is a single lane cut into a cliff…

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Himachal rain fury: Over 200 roads closed, landslides hit Shimla; wet spell likely till Aug 17

Himachal Pradesh faces widespread disruption as over 200 roads are closed due to heavy rains. The state emergency center reported significant damage to water supply schemes and transformers. One person died and two were injured after a rockfall incident in Solan district. Educational institutions in Kullu subdivision remained closed as…

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Himachal Pradesh monsoon: 124 roads blocked, 255 DTRs down, 155 deaths reported

Himachal Pradesh faces extensive disruptions from torrential rains, with 124 roads blocked and 255 power transformers out. Mandi district suffered the most road closures, while power outages heavily impacted Sundernagar and Mandi subdivisions. Disaster-related deaths have reached 155, including fatalities from landslides and road accidents. Significant financial losses are estimated…

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64 dead in Himachal Pradesh since monsoon's onset; wet spell to be on till Aug 12

Monsoon rains have caused 64 deaths and Rs 797 crore in losses across Himachal Pradesh. One hundred twenty roads remain closed, and many water supply schemes are disrupted. The Hindustan-Tibet road was reopened after a significant landslide in Kinnaur. Moderate to heavy rain continues, with a yellow alert issued until…

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Heavy rain likely across Himachal Pradesh till August 7; no flash flood warning yet: IMD

The IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across Himachal Pradesh from August 3 to 7, with isolated heavy showers expected in several districts but no flash flood warning issued so far. Despite an overall 9% rainfall deficit this monsoon, areas such as Jubbal, Kotkhai, Dharamshala and Rampur have recorded excess rainfall.…

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Monsoon rains continue to hamper Himachal; 108 roads remain blocked

Monsoon rains continue to disrupt normal life across Himachal Pradesh on Monday. One hundred and eight roads remain blocked due to landslides and debris from recent heavy rainfall. Fifteen people have tragically lost their lives in rain-related incidents across the state. Water supply schemes have also been affected, with thirty-eight…

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Why thousands of Himachal teachers are doing hunger strike after a 15-day march across the state

Thousands of primary school teachers marched across Himachal Pradesh demanding policy changes. They gathered in Shimla after a 15-day protest march concluded. Federation leaders have now begun an indefinite relay hunger strike outside the directorate. The Chief Minister assured the gathering that most demands were accepted.

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Himachal Pradesh: 121 roads shut; heavy to very heavy rain predicted

The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rain in parts of Himachal Pradesh from July 27 to 29. Landslides and flash floods have shut 121 roads, disrupted water supply schemes and power transformers, while several houses near Shimla have been declared unsafe. Light…

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How to Dress Kids in Indian Weather for Comfort Without Giving Up Cute Clothing Choices

The Fabric Decision Is the Only Decision That MattersEvery other choice, colour, silhouette, print, sits on top of fabric. Get the fabric wrong and nothing else can save the outfit. For most of the country, most of the year, the answer is cotton. Single-jersey cotton, mulmul, and khadi cotton all…

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India's Luxury Resort Districts: Which Ones Are Worth the Price and Which Are Overrated

Coorg, Karnataka: Worth Every RupeeCoorg earns its premium pricing because the district itself does the work. The coffee estates are real, the mist arrives without being arranged, and the better resorts, Orange County and Amanvana among them, are built into the terrain rather than imposed on it. A stay at…

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Why Getting to Tawang in Arunachal Is Harder Than Almost Any Other Destination in India

The paperwork comes before the road doesTawang is one of the few places in India where you cannot simply buy a ticket and go. Arunachal Pradesh requires an Inner Line Permit for every Indian citizen who is not from the state. Foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit on top…

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Munsiyari Is the Himalayan Mountain Town in Uttarakhand That India Has Not Ruined Yet

The Road Tells You Who This Place Is ForThe last stretch into Munsiyari is a narrow mountain road that takes four hours from Pithoragarh on a good day. There are no shortcuts. The bus from Almora stops at Birthi Falls, where passengers get out without being asked to, stand at…

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Weather tomorrow, July 16: IMD warns of heavy rain in Odisha, Bihar, West Bengal, Uttarakhand and Northeast; Delhi to stay cloudy with light rain, orange alert for Shimla

Weather tomorrow, July 16: The India Meteorological Department issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several Indian states. Odisha faces a red warning due to a low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is also likely in Himachal Pradesh and Shimla, as per IMD. Delhi-NCR…

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Planning a Trip? 7 Best Hill Stations in India to Explore

This monsoon session is generally believed to be one of the most beautiful times to visit the Indian hill stations. There are less crowds,best prices, and the surroundings turn thick green, which is hard to spot during other seasons. Nonetheless, safety is becoming a real worry for tourists in this…

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