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April 30, 2026, 06:28 PM - 3 min read
The government had proposed an ambitious tourism village project in Palampur in Kangra district to promote tourism in Himachal Pradesh. It had ordered the transfer of 112 hectares of the varsity’s fertile land for the purpose despite protests by teachers and students on the campus.
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April 26, 2026, 06:44 PM - 2 min read
Sukhu inaugurated a 107-bed hostel at the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Neri in Hamirpur district, built at a cost of Rs 3.63 crore. He also inaugurated the administrative building of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Tabo in Lahaul and Spiti, constructed at a cost of Rs 1.48 crore.
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April 17, 2026, 03:52 PM - 3 min read
The MSP of naturally produced wheat has been increased from Rs 60 to Rs 80 per kg, maize from Rs 40 to Rs 50 per kg, barley from the Pangi Valley of Chamba district from Rs 60 to Rs 80 per kg, raw turmeric from Rs 90 to Rs 150 per kg, and ginger has been fixed at Rs 30 per kg under natural farming.
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March 31, 2026, 03:43 PM - 3 min read
Under the proposed arrangement, the ITBP will purchase produce directly from farmers, cooperative societies and local producers across the state. The initiative aims to offer farmers with a dependable market close to their homes, helping increase their income while reducing dependence on middlemen.
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March 30, 2026, 04:21 PM - 2 min read
The protest took place at Barotiwala in Solan district and was led by local panchayat representatives and community leaders. Demonstrators raised slogans against the state government, opposing the decision to increase the entry tax.
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March 18, 2026, 05:21 PM - 3 min read
The Himachal Pradesh government has issued fresh instructions mandating strict adherence to a dress code for its employees. The government has banned jeans, T-shirts and party wear in offices and courts, and has also asked employees not to comment on government policies on social media.
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March 17, 2026, 02:33 PM - 2 min read
Now, only ministers in the state will have Cabinet rank. The ‘Cabinet rank’ status of these categories was reviewed to streamline ‘administrative control’, the Chief Secretary’s letter said.
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March 3, 2026, 07:21 PM - 2 min read
The move has been aligned with the model building by-laws to ensure that the state’s physical infrastructure keeps pace with the growing adoption of electric mobility, Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani said in a statement issued here.
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February 20, 2026, 04:30 PM - 3 min read
The revised toll charges will be applicable at all entry barriers across the state. Sources said private vehicles will now be charged Rs 170. Passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 12+1 will also pay Rs 170, up from Rs 110. Heavy vehicles will be required to pay Rs 900, compared to the previous Rs 720.
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January 29, 2026, 04:59 PM - 1 min read
He said that to make the Budget more people-centric, participative and truly reflective of the views of different stakeholders in society, suggestions were being invited from general public, industries, trade bodies and farmers’ associations for the 2026-27 Budget.
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December 11, 2025, 02:19 PM - 2 min read
Senior ministers and party leaders have already reached the district to manage arrangements and mobilise people. Paddal Ground is being prepared for the rally. Police and Home Guard teams have been deployed to ensure security and smooth traffic.
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December 10, 2025, 04:49 PM - 2 min read
The meeting reviewed the overall progress and achievements of the Prime Minister’s Crop Insurance Scheme in Hamirpur. Deputy Director of Agriculture Shashi Pal Atri said the last date to insure wheat crops for the Rabi 2025-26 season is December 15.
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