Himachal Pradesh: News
Western disturbance triggers avalanche alert in Uttarakhand
The mountainous regions of northern India are bracing for another bout of severe weather as a strong western disturbance moves through the western Himalayas.
Trapped in snow, teens die; dog guards bodies for days
Two young relatives, Biksit Rana (19) and Piyush (13), tragically lost their lives after getting trapped in heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district.
Cold wave to continue in Punjab, Rajasthan: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for cold waves in several northern states, including Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab.
Western Disturbance chills north-India: Rain in Delhi-NCR, Kashmir sees snowfall
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed moderate rainfall and thunderstorms on Friday morning as an active Western Disturbance gripped north India.
Delhi records most severe January AQI in 2 years
Delhi is experiencing its most polluted January day in two years, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunging further.
6 charred to death in house fire in Himachal
A devastating fire in a house in Talangna village, Nauradhar area of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, has claimed the lives of six people.
Delhi shivers at 2.9°C, coldest January morning in 3 years
Delhi experienced its coldest January morning in three years on Thursday, with the minimum temperature dropping to 2.9 degrees Celsius.
Ahead of Republic Day, 854 arrested in Delhi within 48hrs
The Delhi Police has launched a massive crackdown on organized crime ahead of Republic Day.
Boy dies, Nepal nationals missing after fire in Himachal's Solan
An eight-year-old boy died, and two others were injured in a massive fire that broke out at the Old Bus Stand area of Arki subdivision, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal navy officer among Indians on tanker seized by US
Three Indian nationals are among the crew members of the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, which was seized by the United States last week.
Delhi records season's coldest day at 3.2°C
Delhi and several northern states of India are reeling under a cold wave, with temperatures dropping to their season's lowest.
'Ready for consequences...': Accused professor in Dharamshala student's death
Ashok Kumar, an assistant professor at a government college in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, has said he is ready to face the consequences if found guilty of the allegations against him, a report by Hindustan Times stated.
Dharamshala student's video details alleged ragging, sexual harassment before death
After a 19-year-old student died in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, on December 26 while undergoing treatment, a shocking video, purportedly of the woman in the hospital, has emerged.
Himachal student dies after sexual harassment, ragging; professor among accused
A 19-year-old student of Government Degree College in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, died during treatment at a private hospital in Ludhiana.
Himachal: Powerful blast near police station shatters windows
A powerful explosion occurred near the Nalagarh police station in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district on Thursday.
IMD warns of severe weather conditions across North India
The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has warned of severe winter weather conditions across large parts of North India in the coming days.
Himachal: Doctors go on indefinite strike after Shimla hospital brawl
Medical services in Himachal Pradesh were severely impacted as resident doctors went on an indefinite strike on Saturday.
IGMC Shimla doctors launch mass-leave protest over senior resident's dismissal
The services at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC), Shimla, were severely affected on Friday as its resident doctors went on mass casual leave.
'Ready to fight black law...bulldozed MGNREGA': Sonia Gandhi
Veteran Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has slammed the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government for "bulldozing" the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Cold wave to persist in northwest, central India till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that cold wave conditions will continue to prevail over parts of central and western India till Thursday.
Rahul Bose accused of faking domicile certificate: Case explained
Actor and former rugby player Rahul Bose is facing legal trouble in Himachal Pradesh.
16-year-old loses memory, another bump restores it 45 years later
In 1980, a 16-year-old boy, Rikhi Ram, from Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district, left home for work. Unfortunately, he suffered a serious road accident in Haryana, resulting in a head injury, which caused him to forget everything about his past.
IAF officer bids farewell to husband killed in Tejas crash
Wing Commander Afshan Akhtar on Sunday bid a tearful adieu to her husband, Wing Commander Namansh Syal, who died in a Tejas fighter jet crash at the Dubai Air Show.
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India's hill stations are a favorite among tourists looking for some respite from the heat.
'Another election, another defeat...': BJP mocks Rahul after Bihar rout
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi after the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) appeared to be on track for a landslide victory in the Bihar assembly election.
IMD warns of severe cold wave in Delhi-NCR
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for a considerable decrease in temperature for the National Capital Region (NCR) of Delhi.
Plan the ultimate yoga escape to Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh, with its serene landscapes and peaceful environment, makes for an ideal destination for yoga retreats.
Why this Himachal village doesn't celebrate Diwali
Sammoo village in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district has been observing a ban on Diwali celebrations for centuries, owing to a curse.
Heavy snowfall continues in Himachal; traffic disrupted on Manali-Leh highway
The Manali-Leh route was closed due to snowfall, and vehicles heading to Ladakh were stopped near Darcha, according to officials.
Rajvir Jawanda's wife had begged to postpone fatal bike trip
Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda (35) died on Wednesday morning after suffering serious injuries in a motorcycle accident in Himachal Pradesh.
Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda (35) dies days after bike accident
Punjabi singer and actor Rajvir Jawanda (35) passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged battle in the hospital.
15 killed after landslide buries bus under debris in Himachal
At least 15 people have been killed after a bus got buried under the debris following a massive landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district late Tuesday evening.
Congress indulged in 'loot tantra' during rule: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.
'Existential crisis in...Himalayas': SC seeks reports on Himachal's fragile ecology
The Supreme Court has ordered the Himachal Pradesh government to submit detailed reports on the state's fragile ecology.
'Dashrath' actor has cardiac arrest during Ramlila, dies on stage
In a tragic incident, 73-year-old actor Amresh Mahajan collapsed on stage while performing at the Ramlila in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
Why were Dulquer Salmaan, Prithviraj Sukumaran's homes raided?
In a major crackdown on luxury car tax evasion, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and Customs have launched a nationwide operation called "Numkoor," with Kerala being a key focus area.
IMD predicts heavy rain in Northeast; moderate rain in Kerala
The monsoon season is still active across India, with several states witnessing heavy rainfall.
Preity Zinta donates ₹30 lakh for Himachal Pradesh flood relief
Bollywood actor and Punjab Kings IPL team co-owner, Preity Zinta, has donated ₹30 lakh to aid disaster relief efforts in her home state of Himachal Pradesh.
IMD predicts rain in UP, Uttarakhand, Himachal; heatwave in Delhi
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a diverse weather pattern across India on September 20, 2025.
Cloudburst hits Uttarakhand's Chamoli; houses buried, 10 missing
A cloudburst in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district has left at least seven to 10 people missing.
Overnight cloudbursts kill 18 in Uttarakhand, Himachal; more rain expected
Fresh heavy showers overnight battered the Himalayan regions of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, claiming the lives of 18 people.
Heavy rain lashes Himachal; bus depot flooded, landslide kills 3
Heavy rainfall has once again lashed parts of Himachal Pradesh, triggering floods and landslides.
Monsoon likely to start withdrawing from September 15: IMD
The southwest monsoon is likely to start withdrawing from northwest India around September 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
Heavy rainfall predicted for Himachal, Uttarakhand, Punjab till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, over the next three days.
Himachal Pradesh schools, colleges closed till September 7
The Himachal Pradesh government has announced the closure of all schools and colleges till September 7.
Red alert in Himachal, Uttarakhand; Delhi-NCR weather warning downgraded
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The warning comes as these regions continue to face floods and landslides.