Shimla: News
12 Jan 2025
GhaziabadCold wave: Delhi-NCR get rain, AQI upgraded to 'poor'
Delhi and its adjoining areas, including Ghaziabad and Noida, witnessed the beginning of a cold wave on Saturday.
26 Dec 2024
DelhiNorth India shivers under severe cold wave
North India is currently reeling under a severe cold wave, with temperatures plummeting across several states. However, popular tourist destinations like Srinagar and Shimla didn't get the much-anticipated "white Christmas."
24 Dec 2024
Himachal PradeshHimachal: Over 1,000 vehicles stuck in Solang-Rohtang after heavy snowfall
A fresh spell of heavy snowfall in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, has stranded around 1,000 vehicles between Solang and the Atal Tunnel in Rohtang.
09 Dec 2024
Air Quality IndexCold wave warning for Delhi, parts of north India
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for Delhi and parts of northern India this week.
08 Nov 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Himachal CM's samosas, cakes served to security staff; probe on
A Criminal Investigation Department (CID) probe has been initiated into an incident where refreshments meant for Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu were accidentally served to his security staff.
11 Sep 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Shimla: Police use water cannons, lathicharge on Sanjauli mosque protesters
The Himachal Pradesh Police on Wednesday used water cannons and resorted to lathicharge to disperse protesters heading toward the Sanjauli area of Shimla.
02 Sep 2024
BilaspurHimachal rains: 109 roads shut after IMD's flash flood warning
Heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has resulted in the closure of 109 roads, including National Highway 707, and disruptions in 427 power supply schemes.
30 Aug 2024
CMHimachal Cabinet to forgo salaries for 2 months; know why
The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, has announced a two-month salary and allowance waiver due to the state's severe financial crisis.
30 Aug 2024
Himachal PradeshHimachal rain: 134 roads closed; flash-flood warning in 5 districts
Heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has led to the closure of 134 roads, including National Highway 5.
27 Aug 2024
Himachal PradeshWhy hills of Shimla are sinking every year
Shimla, a popular tourist destination in India, is facing a significant geological challenge due to its sinking hills.
08 Aug 2024
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: 13 dead as cloudburst hits near Samej Bridge
A deadly cloudburst struck near the Samej and Bagi bridges in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday night, resulting in the death of 13 people.
05 Aug 2024
Himachal PradeshHimachal cloudbursts: Drones, sniffer dogs deployed for rescue operations
Flash floods caused by cloudbursts in three districts of Himachal Pradesh have resulted in at least 13 fatalities.
03 Aug 2024
Dehradun23 dead in Uttarakhand, Himachal cloudbursts; 800 pilgrims still stranded
Cloudbursts in the Himalayan states of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh have claimed the lives of 23 people.
01 Aug 2024
DharamshalaOne dead, 28 missing after cloudburst in Himachal Pradesh
A sudden cloudburst in the Samej Khad area of Rampur, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh has resulted in one death and left 28 people missing.
27 Jul 2024
GMC8 people killed after car falls into gorge in Anantnag
Eight individuals, including five children, lost their lives when their vehicle plummeted into a gorge on the Simthan-Kokernag Road in the Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday.
04 Jul 2024
BengaluruShort-term exposure to air pollution kills 33,000 Indians annually: Report
A recent study published in Lancet Planetary Health states that air pollution levels below India's national clean air threshold are responsible for approximately 33,000 deaths annually across ten cities in the country.
21 Apr 2024
LifestyleFluttering wonders: Exploring India's most stunning butterfly parks
India, with its diverse ecosystems, is home to a fascinating variety of butterflies, making it a perfect destination for butterfly enthusiasts.
04 Apr 2024
Travel And TourismHave you visited these hidden mountain gems in Shimla
Shimla, once the summer capital of British India, has evolved into a vibrant hill station celebrated for its sweeping views and colonial architecture.
27 Mar 2024
Travel And TourismShimla's hilltop attractions you just can't miss
Shimla, the erstwhile summer capital of British India, now stands as a charming hill station nestled in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.
16 Aug 2023
Himachal PradeshMonsoon fury: Death toll in Himachal Pradesh climbs to 60
The death toll in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains rose to 60 on Tuesday after a fresh landslide in Shimla's Krishna Nagar locality caused several houses to collapse and killed two people.
15 Aug 2023
Himachal PradeshMonsoon fury: Landslides kill 50+ in Himachal, 3 in Uttarakhand
Heavy rains wreaked havoc in Himachal Pradesh, causing landslides and destroying homes, killing over 50 people.
14 Aug 2023
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: Cloudburst, landslide at temple kill 16 people
As many as seven individuals reportedly lost their lives, while several remain missing after a cloudburst incident at Jadon village in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh on Sunday night.
09 Jul 2023
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: Portion of national highway washes away amid rains
As heavy rains continued to lash Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, a portion of the National Highway (NH) 3 along the Beas River in Kullu was washed away, reported ANI.
23 Jun 2023
Nitish KumarDecided to fight 2024 together, next meeting in Shimla: Nitish
After a meeting of around 16 opposition parties in Patna on Friday, Bihar Chief Minister and Janata Dal (United) leader Nitish Kumar called the meeting positive and said that the parties have decided to fight the 2024 Lok Sabha polls together.
04 May 2023
Himachal PradeshShimla Municipal Corporation election: Congress emerges victorious after 10 years
The counting of votes for the Municipal Corporation elections in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla is now over, with Congress emerging victorious after 10 years.
27 Apr 2023
Himachal PradeshShimla: Massive fire at IGMC Hospital, no casualties reported
A massive fire broke out at the cafeteria of the new Outpatient Department (OPD) building of Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital (IGMC) in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on Thursday, reported Times Of India.
11 Apr 2023
Himachal PradeshTourism boost: 30,000 vehicles enter Shimla in 2 days
A whopping 30,000 vehicles entered Himachal Pradesh's Shimla in just two days, data by the city police showed.
03 Feb 2023
Valentine's Day5 romantic road trips to take this Valentine's Day
A special gift for your loved one is enough to make the day of love extra special and romantic.
10 Dec 2022
Himachal Pradesh ElectionsSukhvinder Singh Sukhu new Himachal CM, Mukesh Agnihotri his deputy
Congress leader and four-time MLA Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu will be the new chief minister of Himachal Pradesh.
09 Dec 2022
Himachal Pradesh ElectionsHimachal Congress MLAs meet to decide CM in Shimla today
Congress put up an impressive show in the 2022 Himachal Pradesh Assembly elections by winning 40 seats of the total 68 and relegating its principal rival Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to 25 seats on Thursday.
25 Nov 2022
Weddings5 overrated honeymoon destinations to avoid in India
As weddings are lighting up every nook and cranny of the country, newlyweds are looking for some honeymoon destinations to spend some quality time.
22 Nov 2022
Winter5 popular winter sports you can enjoy in India
The chilly winter season is here and the hills are already calling us!
12 Sep 2022
Himachal Pradesh5 unique things to take back home from Himachal Pradesh
Known for its magnificent snow-capped mountains, ancient monasteries, plunging valleys, lush forests, and clean air, Himachal Pradesh is a popular spot among tourists.
08 Jul 2022
Jammu And KashmirMonsoon mayhem: Car washed away in Uttarakhand; landslides in J&K
The monsoon rains are wreaking havoc in the north Indian hills by triggering landslides.
06 Jul 2022
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Heavy rains trigger cloudburst, landslides in Himachal; 1 dead
A woman was killed after heavy rains caused a landslide in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday.
31 May 2022
Narendra ModiGarib Kalyan Sammelan: Modi to participate in Shimla mega rally
PM Narendra Modi will participate in the "Garib Kalyan Sammelan" in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla on Tuesday, celebrating the completion of eight years of his government at the Centre.
26 May 2022
Jaisalmer5 most scenic rail routes in India
Trains are the most comfortable modes of transport you can opt for. During your journey, you can witness the beautiful changing landscape while sipping on some warm tea and munching on samosas.
04 May 2022
Travel And Tourism5 offbeat tourist destinations near Shimla
Popularly known as the "Queen of Hill Stations," Shimla is a must-visit tourist spot for those who love clear skies, fresh air, adventure, nature, and mountains.
25 Apr 2022
Mussoorie5 hill stations in India for a summer destination wedding
Hill stations are a popular place to get married, especially in the summers.
12 Apr 2022
Himachal Pradesh5 popular things to do in Kufri
Kufri is extremely accessible from all parts of the country by both train and air.
08 Apr 2022
Himachal Pradesh5 most popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh has been every Indian traveler's paradise destination for ages now.
29 Mar 2022
Travel And TourismTop 5 things to do in Mashobra
If you are an adventure enthusiast, then Mashobra is the perfect place for your summer vacation.
17 Dec 2021
Travel And Tourism5 things to do when in Kufri
Located a short distance away from Shimla, Kufri is a beautiful resort hill station that should be on the list of every adventure enthusiast.
06 Sep 2021
MonsoonHimachal Pradesh: Landslide in Jeori blocks the Shimla-Kinnaur highway
A massive landslide occurred at Jeori in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh this morning, blocking the National Highway 5 (Shimla-Kinnaur highway).
20 Aug 2021
Himachal PradeshCentre prepared to tackle possible COVID-19 third wave: Anurag Thakur
The Centre is fully ready to tackle a possible third wave of COVID-19 and a provision of Rs. 23,123 has been made for this purpose, Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said on Friday.
11 Aug 2021
Himachal PradeshNegative COVID-19 report or full vaccination must for visiting Himachal
The Himachal Pradesh government has made negative COVID-19 report or full vaccination mandatory for people intending to visit the hill state from August 13.
30 Dec 2020
Himachal PradeshHimachal sees tourist influx due to snowfall, new year celebrations
After the recent snowfall in Himachal Pradesh, people from across the country are thronging its tourist hotspots to usher into the new year.
07 Oct 2020
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Ex-CBI Director Ashwani Kumar dies by suicide at Shimla home
Former Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director Ashwani Kumar died by suicide at his residence in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, reports said on Wednesday. He was 69 years old.
21 Nov 2019
IndiaTop five places to visit in India during winters
Winter is a season marked by excesses- everyone loves more food, extra sleep, and of course more travel plans, during the cold season.
20 Oct 2019
Hindustan TimesDelhi traffic proves useful; helps police in catching fleeing kidnappers
Nobody likes traffic snarls, but 21-year-old Rijwal could not have wished for anything else on Friday night.
15 May 2019
Narendra ModiAiyar calls PM Modi 'coward'; tells reporters to f*&k off
Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar has found himself in the midst of a controversy following his outburst in front of journalists.
04 May 2019
Special Investigation TeamShimla rape case: Victim takes U-turn, withdraws charges before magistrate
A 19-year-old girl, who had filed a complaint that she was allegedly abducted and raped in Shimla, has recently withdrawn her statement in front of a judicial magistrate, an official who wished to remain anonymous, said.
07 Dec 2018
Himachal PradeshHimachal reels under intense cold, -10 degree Celsius in Lahaul-Spiti
Himachal Pradesh is reeling under intense cold following a fresh spell of snowfall with temperatures in tribal Lahaul-Spiti district hitting nearly -10 degree Celsius, the Meteorological Department said.
02 Dec 2018
Indian RailwaysTourists to enjoy Railways' first hop-on-hop-off service on Kalka-Shimla route
A train journey in the hilly areas makes the moments memorable. The new service by Indian Railways will give another level of excitement to tourists visiting Shimla.
15 Nov 2018
Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh: Fresh snowfall, rain bring temperature down
Mercury plummeted in Himachal Pradesh after fresh snowfall in high reaches of Lahaul and Spiti, Kinnaur, Chamba, Shimla, and Kullu districts and rain in some parts of the state yesterday night, the Meteorological department said.
22 Oct 2018
Himachal PradeshAfter Allahabad's renaming, Shimla might be renamed to Shyamala
It seems like Shimla is set to join the increasingly long list of Indian cities that have been renamed.
22 Sep 2018
Himachal PradeshShimla: Three couples among 13 dead in road accident
Thirteen people, including three couples, died after a vehicle veered off a road in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
05 Sep 2018
Himachal PradeshYug Gupta case: Shimla court sentences three men to death
Two years after the skeletal remains of a four-year-old boy, Yug Gupta, were found inside a water tank in the Kelston area of Shimla, a local Shimla court has sentenced three men to death in connection with the murder.
13 Aug 2018
MonsoonHeavy rains lash several parts of Himachal Pradesh, schools closed
Heavy rains lashed several parts of Himachal Pradesh overnight prompting authorities to close schools in several districts including Shimla, Kangra, and Solan, officials said.
26 Jun 2018
Himachal PradeshHP: Postal-bookings in Shimla to resume tomorrow after CSI upgradation
The work of booking registered letters, speed-posts, and parcels remained disrupted in all 287 post-offices, 53 sub-post offices, 234 branch post-office and GPO in Shimla since June 22 due to Core Systems Integration upgradation.
14 Jun 2018
UttarakhandAfter Shimla's acute water shortage, experts believe Uttarakhand is next
Shimla is still reeling under acute scarcity of water.
09 Jun 2018
OdishaLightning kills 18 in Bihar, UP and Odisha
Even as torrential rains continue to pound the Konkan belt, a variety of weather conditions was witnessed in different states yesterday.
07 Jun 2018
Himachal PradeshAmid Shimla's water-crisis, 62 ordinary people, the 'key-holders,' become VIPs
Amid Shimla's paralyzing water crisis, there are 62 ordinary people, unknown faces till a few days ago, who have unexpectedly become the center of attention.
05 Jun 2018
IndiaNot just Shimla, many cities, hill-stations on verge of water-crisis
Scenes from Shimla, where residents have had to line up for hours to get water from tankers since the last two weeks, might soon become rampant across India if preventive measures aren't taken.
31 May 2018
Himachal PradeshShimla water crisis: Residents ask tourists to stay away
Shimla, the most visited hill station in India, is in the midst of a predicament that is soon set to engulf many of the world's major cities, including Bengaluru.
29 May 2018
Himachal PradeshNew Chandigarh-Shimla chopper service to cover journey in 20 minutes!
From Monday, you will be able to cover the 120km Chandigarh-Shimla route in just 20 minutes, thanks to a new chopper service connecting the two.
28 May 2018
High CourtNo water to drink: For days now, Shimla living worst-nightmare
The capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, is reeling under acute drinking water shortage for the last seven days.
08 May 2018
IndiaDust lashes Delhi, hail pounds Shimla, five-day alert issued
Severe hailstorm lashed Shimla today, with rains being reported from various parts in North India, including Chandigarh.
05 May 2018
POCSOShimla: Government school teacher dismissed for sexually harassing student
A government school teacher was dismissed from service for allegedly sexually harassing a student, an official statement said today.
27 Apr 2018
Indian Penal CodeTeacher held for molesting a Class 6 student in Shimla
Shimla Police today booked a school teacher for allegedly molesting a minor girl, studying in Class 6, following a complaint lodged by her.
23 Mar 2018
Sonia GandhiSonia Gandhi takes ill in Shimla, rushed to Delhi
UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, who was in Shimla to inspect her under-construction house at Chharabra was rushed to the national capital after she complained of restlessness Thursday midnight.
18 Mar 2018
Sexual AssaultMolestation Case: High Court stays FIR proceedings against Jeetendra
In a major respite for Jeetendra, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has stayed further proceedings against the veteran actor in a sexual assault case filed by his cousin.
07 Mar 2018
Sexual AssaultSexual Assault case: FIR filed against actor Jeetendra
After a complaint was lodged against Jeetendra by her cousin for sexually assaulting her 47 years ago, the Shimla Police have registered an FIR against the veteran actor.
30 Oct 2017
Himachal PradeshIllegal felling: First time ever, Shimla trees to get RFID-tags
Himachal Pradesh HC has passed an order for Shimla's civic authorities to start tagging trees with radio frequency identification tags (RFID) in order to curb their felling.
02 Sep 2017
ChandigarhMassive landslide hits Chandigarh-Shimla highway, traffic movement halted
A massive landslide on the Chandigarh-Shimla highway has buried several cars, most of which were parked on the roadside.
18 Jun 2017
MumbaiShimla municipal polls: BJP plants its flag in the hills
Following its victories in Mumbai and Delhi municipal polls, BJP has now emerged the single largest party in the Shimla Municipal Corporation (SMC) polls, winning 17 out of 34 seats and is inching closer to majority.
04 Dec 2016
National Crime Records BureauCan't make dowry convictions without proof: HC
Acquitting a man and his family in a dowry-death case, the Delhi High Court observed that you cannot convict a man for dowry harassment without proof.
