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Himachal Demands High-Level Panel for Hill States, Seeks Higher Compensation for Revenue Losses

Rahul Bhandari — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:57:10 +0000

New Delhi: Raising concerns over mounting financial pressures on mountain states, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday urged the Centre to constitute a high-level committee for hill states to assess losses arising from the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG), recurring natural disasters, inadequate free power benefits from hydropower projects and revenue losses […]

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State Employees to Receive 100% Pay While Pursuing Higher Education

Rahul Bhandari — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:49:16 +0000

Shimla: Government employees in Himachal Pradesh will now receive their full salary while pursuing higher studies during their service period, following a decision of the state government to enhance study leave benefits. The state government has amended Rule 56 of the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972, allowing employees proceeding on study leave to draw 100 per […]

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Nauni University Introduces B.Sc. Agribusiness Management, MBA (General) and M.Sc. Agricultural Meteorology Programmes

Rahul Bhandari — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:13:49 +0000

Solan: Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni has introduced new academic programmes for the 2026-27 session, including B.Sc. (Hons.) Agribusiness Management, MBA (General) and M.Sc. Agricultural Meteorology, aimed at creating more opportunities for students in agriculture, business and allied sciences. The University has launched a four-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Agribusiness Management programme with […]

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Road Accident Exposes Drug Racket in Mandi, Two Held with 57.79g Chitta

Rahul Bhandari — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:27:26 +0000

A road accident in the Balh area of Mandi district has led to the exposure of an alleged drug smuggling racket, with police arresting two persons and recovering 57.79 grams of ‘Chitta’ (heroin) and 3.81 grams of opium from their vehicle. The accused have been identified as Yashpal (30), a resident of Balh, and Shabnam […]

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Shimla’s Dr Sahil Sharma Ranked Among Top 5% Scientists in 2025 SciRank Global Registry

Rahul Bhandari — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:34:28 +0000

Dr Sahil Sharma, a native of Shimla and Associate Professor in the Civil Engineering Department at Maharishi Markandeshwar (MMU) Mullana, has been ranked among the top five per cent of scientists worldwide in the 2025 SciRank Global Registry, based on bibliometric analysis of research output and impact. Dr Sharma completed his schooling from St Edward’s […]

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Shoolini University Crosses 2,000 Intellectual Property Applications, Sets Sights on 10,000 Patents

Rahul Bhandari — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 03:17:12 +0000

Shoolini University has crossed the milestone of 2,000 intellectual property (IP) applications, underlining its growing focus on research, innovation and technology development. The achievement was highlighted during the presentation of the university’s annual patent report by Dinesh Kumar, Director of the Shoolini Intellectual Property Rights Office (SIPRO). According to the report, the university has filed […]

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As Crimes Evolve, Forensic Science Emerges as a Growing Career Opportunity for Students

Rahul Bhandari — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:17:30 +0000

JUIT launches industry-oriented B.Sc. programmes in Forensic Science amid rising demand for skilled professionals The increasing use of technology in crimes and the growing reliance on scientific evidence in criminal investigations are opening up new career opportunities for students in forensic science. Experts say the field is becoming increasingly important in India’s justice system, creating […]

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Himachal, Norway Explore Partnership on Waste Recycling and Sustainable Urban Development

Rahul Bhandari — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:56:49 +0000

CM Sukhu holds talks with Norwegian Ambassador May-Elin Stener in Shimla; invites investment in tourism, green energy and geothermal sectors Himachal Pradesh is looking to strengthen its waste management systems and promote environmentally responsible growth through collaboration with Norway. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday held detailed discussions with Norwegian Ambassador to India May-Elin […]

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Women Addiction Victims Need Support, Not Stigma: Sukhu

Rahul Bhandari — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:52:38 +0000

CM inaugurates Himachal’s first government-run women’s de-addiction and rehabilitation centre in Mashobra; announces another facility at Tanda Shimla – Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday said women and young people struggling with drug addiction need treatment, rehabilitation and social support rather than stigma, while asserting that strict action would continue against drug traffickers. The […]

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Record Cocoon Auction Price of ₹1,960 Per Kg Boosts Himachal’s Silk Sector

Rahul Bhandari — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:46:55 +0000

Highest-ever rate achieved in open auction market; government says Him Silk Mission will further strengthen sericulture and farmer incomes Himachal Pradesh’s sericulture sector has achieved a historic milestone, with cocoon-producing farmers securing a record price of ₹1,960 per kilogram in the open auction market. The rate is the highest ever recorded in the state and […]

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