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17 October 2025, Friday
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Big Picture

The state government announced a 3% DA hike for employees and won a legal case securing ₹401 crore from the Wildflower Hall property.
Shimla's major ropeway project received Stage-I environmental clearance, while land acquisition for the Gaggal airport expansion was extended.
A minister recommended the suspension of several absent school teachers during a surprise inspection, and 28 schools were downgraded due to low enrolment.
In a healthcare upgrade, Chief Minister Sukhu announced that robotic surgery facilities will soon be launched at IGMC Shimla.
Authorities made the first arrest in the Rohru Dalit boy’s suicide case and the High Court issued a notice to the government over environmental violations.
Ahead of Diwali, HRTC deployed 150 special buses and the government regulated firecracker sales, while CM Sukhu launched a fleet of electric taxis.
Various groups held protests, including HRTC pensioners demanding pending dues and technical assistants opposing a shift to contractual roles.

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Headlines

SPU’s 1st sports event marks historic moment for students, university - Tribune India

Tiny tots roar to life in ‘World of Animals’ show - Tribune India

Himachal Edu Minister lauds boarding schools for fostering resilience, independence - Tribune India

CM Sukhu launches book on ‘media trials’ - Tribune India

Chamba teachers get boost with NITI Aayog programme - Tribune India
Teacher training programme organised in Chamba: ‘Step toward empowerment’ - The Indian Express

Road patch work hampers traffic movement in Shimla - Tribune India

HPU startup shines with national award - Tribune India

Sewage flow raises environmental, safety concerns - Tribune India

Mediation contest ends at HPNLU - Tribune India

Himachal dept takes up illegal mining in Chakki with Punjab authorities - Tribune India

IIM-Sirmaur’s Smaran 3.0 showcases talent & creativity - Tribune India

Foreign medical graduates seek equal stipend - Tribune India

Sparking change Awareness drive to reduce pollution - Tribune India

Shimla DC designates 12 locations for firecracker sale - Tribune India
Green Firecracker Sales Regulated Ahead of Diwali in Dalhousie - The Newz Radar

Shoghi-Mehli road to remain closed for three hours till Nov 20 - Tribune India

Shimla’s St Edward’s wins ‘School of the Year’ award - Tribune India

Classes back on track: Gushaini school finds new home after monsoon havoc - Tribune India

Shoe-hurling a disgraceful act, says Mandi lawyers union - Tribune India

High Court issues notice to government over violation of environment, land use norms - Tribune India

Robotic surgery to be launched in Shimlas Indira Gandhi hospital: CM - Tribune India
IGMC Shimla to soon launch robotic surgery facility - Times of India
Robotic surgery to be introduced at IGMC Shimla: Himachal CM - The Statesman

Government declared Kangra district tourism capital without concrete plan: MP - Tribune India

Kangra cooperative bank faces leadership vacuum, financial scrutiny - Tribune India

Dalai Lama meets Bhutanese Buddhists - Tribune India

Students protest in Banjar, demand early college building construction - Tribune India

Sukhu rushes to Delhi, new state Congress president may be announced - Tribune India

Mahila Mandal seeks removal of Sainj SHO for shielding accused in gang-rape, murder case - Tribune India

Government extends time for acquisition of land for Gaggal airport expansion till June 30 next year - Tribune India

Cough syrup producers ordered to ensure 100% testing of high-risk raw materials - Tribune India

HP Minister Orders Suspension of Absent School Teachers

Teaching staff absent, students standing out in the open, Himachal minister recommends suspension of 4 teachers - The Indian Express
Himachal minister Jagat Singh Negi finds school teachers absent during surprise inspection, calls for suspension - Deccan Herald
HP minister finds school teachers absent during surprise inspection, orders their suspension - Press Trust of India

Palampur to host Sri Sathya Sai Unity Run and Ride on Oct 26 - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Chaurasi Vyapar Mandal Urges Government to Improve Road and Mobile Connectivity in Bharmaur Ahead of Manimahesh Yatra 2026 - The Newz Radar

Guv: HP’s ‘Gen-Z’ is rooted in tradition - Times of India

Himachal Pradesh Government Initiatives and Updates

HRTC runs 150 special buses from Delhi, Chandigarh, Baddi to Himachal for Diwali: Ajay Verma - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Himachal: Revised salaries, allowances for ministers and MLAs approved - Press Trust of India
Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in

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HRTC to Set Up 80 E-Charging Stations Across Himachal; Revised DPR Sent to NABARD - The News Himachal
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu launches fleet of electric taxis under Self-Employment Start-Up Scheme - The News Mill, ANI News
Himachal govt launches Rs 25-lakh startup fund under HIMUDA Innovation Policy - The Times of India

Himachal technical assistants protest government move to shift regular staff to contractual roles - The Newz Radar

8 injured as school bus falls into gorge near Sirmaur-Solan border; parents allege negligence - Tribune India

Himachal Governor Urges Youth to Focus on Nation-Building

Channelize energy for Nation-building, not conflicts: Himachal Governor - Press Trust of India
Himachal governor urges youth to channel creativity for building a developed India by 2047 - The Statesman
Himachal Governor urges youth to channel energy towards building Viksit Bharat by 2047 - The News Mill, ANI News

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Channelize energy for Nation-building, not conflicts: Governor to youth - :: India News Calling ::
Use energy for nation-building, not conflicts: Governor to youth - Tribune India

Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog 's OTR portal linked to DigiLocker - Press Trust of India

Apprenticeship Training Program At Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL) - Live Law

Festival of hope and self-reliance: Diwali Mandav Him-Era Livelihood Fair wins hearts in Mandi - The Newz Radar

Clear weather in Himachal Pradesh until Diwali - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Sunny weather across Himachal, clear skies expected till Diwali; tourist inflow increases - Tribune India

Crime and Justice Updates from Himachal Pradesh

First arrest in Rohru Dalit boy’s s*uicide case as Himachal police take woman into custody - The Newz Radar
Himachal BJP chief Dr Rajeev Bindal’s brother sent to 14-day judicial custody in r*ape case after discharge from hospital - The Newz Radar
Dalit boy’s suicide in Shimla: SC panel chief orders suspension of IO - Hindustan Times

October 18 or 19? Experts clear confusion on when Dhanteras will be celebrated this year - The Newz Radar

Milkfed rolls out special varieties of desi ghee sweets across Himachal this Diwali, read for counters and rates - The Newz Radar
Is Himachal Milkfed making 500 quintals of Diwali sweets on its own or outsourcing production? Find out here - The Newz Radar
Himachal: Milkfed to sell 500 quintals of sweets - Hindustan Times

Himachal CM eyeing jobs of employees in corporations, boards, alleges ex-minister Bikram Thakur - The Newz Radar

Scents of Style at The Mall Shimla - HimbuMail

Shimla Ropeway Project Receives Environmental Clearance

Green nod sets the ball rolling for 13.79-km ropeway project in Shimla | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Centre has approved Rs 1,734-crore Shimla ropeway project: Deputy CM - Tribune India
Ropeway project in Shimla gets Stage-I approval from environment ministry Dy CM Agnihotri - theweek.in

Himachal got Rs 3,190 crore from Centre for 2023 rain disaster, says BJP leader Trilok Kapoor - The Newz Radar
Cash-strapped Himachal govt hits Rs 401 crore jackpot before Diwali - The Newz Radar

Two girls honoured for outstanding district-level sports achievements at GHS Sakrera - The Newz Radar

Over 30 civil society organisations urge NDMA to rethink Mountain Governance - Himachal Scape

Himachal Pradesh Announces DA Hike for Government Employees

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Himachal CM announces 3% DA hike with Oct salaries, pensions | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Sukhu announces 3% DA hike, new policy for outsourced electricity board employees - Times of India
Salaries, pension of CM, ministers, MLAs hiked - Tribune India

Shepherds stranded in Himachal's snowbound Dhauladhar range | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts
Snowbound in Dhauladhar: Gaddi shepherds stranded with flocks - Tribune India

HRTC’s Top-Heavy Structure Hurting Finances, Reforms Essential for Revival: CM - The News Himachal

Himachal Wins Wildflower Hall Case, Secures ₹401 Crore

Himachal Wins 30-Year Wildflower Hall Case, Gets ₹401 Crore and Full Control of Hotel - The News Himachal
Himachal govt declared sole owner of Wildflower Hall with ₹401-cr gain - Hindustan Times
State to get Rs 401 crore from Hotel Wildflower Hall - Tribune India

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Himachal Pradesh owned entity to receive Rs 401 crore in Wildflower Hall property case - The Economic Times
HP govt wins legal battle to secure Rs 401 crore from Wildflower Hall property - The Times of India
Himachal government to receive Rs 401 crore in Wildflower Hall property dispute - ANI News

Pensioners of Himachal roadways protest over pending dues | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
HRTC pensioners seek end to inaction - Tribune India

Himachal urban devp authority directed to explore opportunities for ‘spiritual township’ projects - Hindustan Times

Himachal takes lead in constructing toilets for specially-abled, transgenders in court complexes: Spokesperson | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Principal of Tripta School, Jawali, honoured - Tribune India

Road construction to begin only after public NOCs: Min - Tribune India

250-kg substandard food items destroyed - Tribune India

Women’s panel holds court hearing in Kullu - Tribune India

Two peddlers held with 3,120 intoxicating pills - Tribune India

Join the ranks: Agniveer recruitment rally in Shimla from October 17 - Tribune India

Fire Dept cancels leave, deploys teams for Diwali - Tribune India

Lawrence School tops national, state rankings - Tribune India

Shimla goes green: MC launches e-waste collection drive - Tribune India

Liquor smuggling racket busted - Tribune India

Winter looms: Kullu landslide victims in dire need of assistance - Tribune India
Deities of Kullu valley call for ‘Big Jagati’ to avert foreseen calamity - Tribune India

Chamba doctors association defends Tissa hospital colleague in misbehaviour with woman case - Tribune India

Centre approves Rs 47 crore for municipal service centres - Tribune India

Youth to make state self-reliant via entrepreneurship: Dharmani - Tribune India

36,571 candidates qualify for Teacher Eligibility Test, 2,312 applications rejected - Tribune India

Youth held for killing mother in Kangra - Tribune India

28 senior secondary, high schools downgraded due to poor enrolment - Tribune India

Women commission seeks report on FIR against ex-MP’s son - Times of India