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19 November 2025, Wednesday
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Big Picture

The BJP criticized the Sukhu government's anniversary celebrations amidst disaster recovery and delays in panchayat polls.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu laid the foundation stone for a new heliport in Palampur to boost tourism.
A Hindu organization has started an indefinite hunger strike demanding the demolition of a mosque in Sanjauli.
The state government and the Election Commission are in a standoff over the freezing of panchayat boundaries.
CM Sukhu reasserted Himachal's 7.19% ownership claim in Chandigarh's assets and demanded pending hydropower dues.
Authorities have intensified the crackdown on drug abuse, now involving panchayats in surveillance.
The Art of Living foundation announced its intention to establish an osteopathy college in the state.
Hospitals in the remote Lahaul-Spiti district have received specialist doctors, improving local healthcare access.
Himachal Pradesh is experiencing a severe 88% rain deficit, with November heading towards being the driest month.
The Manali-Leh National Highway is scheduled to close for the winter season from November 20.

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Headlines

Art of Living keen to set up osteopathy college in Himachal: Ravi Shankar - Daily Excelsior, Press Trust of India

Himachal Opposition Criticizes Government on Multiple Fronts

Himachal: BJP hits out at Sukhu govt over third anniversary celebration - Hindustan Times
Jai Ram Thakur slams Himachal govt for 'celebration amid monsoon disaster', questions delay of Panchayat polls and handling of Sanjauli Mosque dispute - ANI News
LoP slams govt over 3-year celebration event in Mandi - The Times of India
Jai Ram Thakur Attacks Govt Over Disaster Relief, Panchayat Poll Delay - The Newz Radar

Headlines from Himachal Pradesh

Haryana, Himachal seeking backdoor PU entry: Mann - Tribune India
Haryana STF nabs wanted criminal with Rs 5 000 bounty in Himachal - theweek.in
Haryana STF nabs wanted criminal with Rs 5,000 bounty in Himachal - Press Trust of India

Sanjauli mosque: Hindu outfit begins indefinite hunger strike demanding immediate demolition | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Indefinite fast over mosque row puts spotlight back on Sanjauli - Tribune India

Himachal CM lays foundation stone of Palampur Heliport | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Heliport to come up in Palampur, to provide chopper services to Shimla, Chandigarh - Tribune India
Himachal govt pushes tourism agenda with new heliport in Palampur - The Statesman

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Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu lays foundation stone of Palampur Heliport - ANI News
CM lays foundation stone of Palampur Heliport, A vision of Gokul Butail - The Newz Radar
CM lays foundation stone of Palampur Heliport - :: India News Calling ::

HC Judge lays stress on creating drug-free society - Tribune India

Discussions on impact of AI on media mark National Journalism Day - Tribune India

ADC chairs review meeting on disaster relief, development works - Tribune India

Five held with heroin - Tribune India

Lahaul-Spiti MLA inaugurates school buildings - Tribune India

Achievers feted at Oakwood School’s annual prize distribution ceremony - Tribune India

Sukhu to seek legal view after State Election Commission freezes panchayat redraw - Tribune India
Face-off escalates as Election Commission freezes gram panchayat, ULBs boundaries - Tribune India

Major relief for Lahaul-Spiti residents as Keylong, Kaza hospitals get specialists - Tribune India

Nov heading towards becoming driest month of year, records 88% rain deficit so far - Tribune India

Mata Sheetla temple opens with grandeur at village in Kangra - Tribune India
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar performs consecration rituals at newly opened Sheetla devi temple in Kangra - Tribune India

Himachal Pradesh rightful owner of Shanan power house: CM - Tribune India

Corporal punishment: Pain behind classroom walls - Tribune India

University student arrested with heroin in Solan village - Tribune India

90% work to upgrade Palar-Padiadhar road complete, says Deputy Speaker - Tribune India

Holistic development of children priority, says Health Minister - Tribune India

HPU allows college teachers to supervise PhD scholars - Tribune India

NGT allows impleading of executing company - Tribune India

Lalru youth held for theft of 50 LPG cylinders from Solan - Tribune India

PG exams from November 25 - Tribune India

Chamba karate players shine at state-level championship - Tribune India
Chamba DC Mukesh Repaswal felicitates karate medal winners of state-level championships - The Newz Radar

SDMs not allowed to attend private events during duty hours in Shimla without permission - Tribune India

Raise annual allocation for roads, Vikramaditya urges Gadkari - Tribune India
Increase Himachal’s annual allocation under central road and infra fund: Vikramaditya urges Gadkari | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

HC notice to govt, MC on Solan ground commercialisation - Tribune India

Dist Health Officer pushes for wider outreach of govt schemes - Tribune India

Warden’s report rejects charge of girl’s ragging at HPU hostel - Tribune India

Inaugurated by CM Sukhu in May, portion of Theog bus stand sinking - Tribune India

Youth Cong accuses BJP of ‘vote theft’ - Tribune India
BJP flags ‘irregularities’ in creation of new voter lists - Tribune India

Commission may report DCs’ “lack of cooperation” to Governor - Tribune India

Loan defaults spike, SC/ST Corp launches crackdown - Tribune India

Youth, women should be torchbearers of drive against drug abuse: Shandil - Tribune India

Lake water level witnesses steep rise, triggers fears in Lahaul-Spiti - Tribune India

Participate actively in collective fight against drugs: Himachal health minister | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal Police Tighten Grip on Drug Trade with Panchayat-Level Surveillance Plan - The News Himachal

Updates from the Himachal Pradesh High Court

Supreme Court Overturns HC Order, Gives Bail To Ex-ED Officer In Himachal Scholarship Bribery Probe - ABP Live English

Himachal to handover 2.7427 ha of non-forest land for Shimla Ropeway - The Indian Express

Cannot Bank On Mother's Pension: HP High Court Allows Eviction, Says Landlord Entitled To Use Own Shop... - Live Law

Punjab CM Mann secures deferral on key state issues at Northern Zonal Council meeting - The New Indian Express

Raulane, the 5,000-year-old Himachal festival that even history can't explain - India Today
What is the Raulane festival of Kinnaur? The viral, mysterious Himalayan tradition where fairies are said - The Economic Times
Raulane: The mysterious, vibrant festival of Himachal you’ve never heard of, but must see - Tribune India

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The story behind Himachal Pradesh’s traditional Raulane Festival, currently gaining traction on social media - The Indian Express
Raulane Festival: Honoring the Saunis in Kinnaur - The Times of India
Raulane Festival of Kinnaur: History and Origin of Himachal’s 5,000-Year-Old Celebration of Mystical... - Moneycontrol
What Is Raulane Festival? Know History And Significance Of Himachal Pradesh's Unique Tradition - NDTV
What Is Ralaune Festival? Know History And Significance Of Himachal Pradesh's Unique Tradition - NDTV
WATCH: Inside Himachal’s Viral Raulane Festival And The Mystical Ritual Behind It - ABP Live English

Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in
Process of Panchayat polls will begin by Jan 21: Himachal govt tells HC | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Lok Adalat Has No Jurisdiction In Respect Of Offences That Are Non-Compoundable: Himachal Pradesh High... - Live Law

SC issues notice to Centre on plea challenging Pension Validation act - Himachal Scape

Missing For 45 Years Himachal Pradesh Man Reunites With Family After Regaining Lost Memory - ETV Bharat

CM Sukhu Demands Himachal’s Lawful Share in Chandigarh, Pushes for Hydropower Dues, Disaster Relief Reforms - The News Himachal
Give HP 7.19% share in Chandigarh as per Punjab Reorganisation Act: CM - Tribune India
Sukhu seeks Himachal’s 7% share in Chandigarh’s land and assets, BBMB dues, more money from hydel project - The Times of India

Himachal Notifies Draft Lease Amendment Rules, Seeks Public Feedback - The News Himachal

Morcha stages protest - Tribune India

Offbeat Destinations That Are Not-So Offbeat Anymore - News18

Manali–Leh NH to shut from November 20; Fresh Landslide near Mooling bridge highlights rising winter risks - Himachal Scape
Manali–Leh Highway to close from Nov 20; Landslide near Mooling Bridge halts traffic - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Ivy International School students, faculty excel in Tech League - Tribune India

Children’s Day celebrated at DAV Public School, Gohju - Tribune India
Children’s Day celebrated at PM Shri KV, Palampur - Tribune India

Dharamshala marks 75 years of Dalai Lama’s leadership with grand celebration - The Times of India

Dhaula Kuan jewellery theft case cracked, one arrested - Tribune India

Chail military school honoured with Chief of Air Staff Trophy - Tribune India

Navodaya students learn about history of Western Himalayas - Tribune India
Students gain insight into Hatti community lives - Tribune India

Dalhousie Hilltop students showcase talent at cultural event - Tribune India

Raising Day of 17 Battalion of Punjab Regiment celebrated - Tribune India
16th Raising Day of 6th IRB marked with pride, precision - Tribune India

DC flags off nutritional kits to aid TB patients in Dharamsala - Tribune India

Human skeleton found in Todapur forest, police seek public help for identification - Tribune India

60 teachers participate in ‘Art Integration’ workshop - Tribune India

Civil trainee officers attend special course in Manali - Tribune India

Pinegrove’s brass & pipe bands reign supreme at state-level competition - Tribune India

Schoolteachers honoured with Academic Excellence Award - Tribune India

Silver jubilee celebrations at Doon Valley Public School - Tribune India

Lala Lajpat Rai paid tributes in Shimla - Tribune India

Rural road built in Kotkhai at Rs 1.19 crore inaugurated - Tribune India

Virbhadra’s statue unveiled in Shimlas Rohru - Tribune India

World Cup winners bat for award for their coach - Tribune India

Stricter measures demanded against untouchability, caste discrimination - Tribune India

Sugarcane crop withers in Indora as irrigation facility not yet restored - Tribune India
Sugarcane crop withers in Himachals Indora as irrigation facility not yet restored - Tribune India

Lecture dwells on China’s growing military capabilities - Tribune India

Mercury drops to new low: City beats Chandigarh & Shimla on cold charts - The Times of India