The Himachal Daily

Resident Pahari

28 November 2025, Friday
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Big Picture

The Himachal Pradesh Assembly's winter session commenced with heated debates and BJP protests over withheld development funds and delayed panchayat elections.
Chief Minister Sukhu defended the postponement of local body polls, linking them to ongoing disaster relief work under the Disaster Management Act.
Work on the Bhattakuffer twin tunnel near Shimla was halted by NHAI after cracks appeared in nearby homes, raising safety concerns.
A new helicopter service was launched between Shimla and Manali, aimed at boosting winter tourism and improving regional connectivity.
In a significant legal development, a BJP MLA from Churah was granted bail by a Chamba court in a POCSO case.
The High Court intervened on public issues, seeking a plan for apple waste management on highways and noting inadequate facilities at Shimla AIIMS.
The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) has officially released the 2026 exam date sheets for Classes 10 and 12.
An intense cold wave is gripping the state, with temperatures dropping significantly, reaching as low as minus 7.3 degrees Celsius in Tabo.
Health authorities revealed that 168 drug samples failed quality checks in the last three years, prompting legal action against 40 manufacturing units.
Infrastructure development was a key topic, with discussions in the Assembly about a proposal to upgrade the Holi-Uttrala road to a National Highway.

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Headlines

Holi-Uttrala road project taken up in Assembly - Tribune India
Himachal Court seeks fresh action plan on rotten apple waste along Parwanoo-Shimla-Kalka highway - ANI News
Proposal to upgrade Holi- Utrala road to National Highway - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Sukhu defends postponement of panchayat polls, cites relief work - Tribune India

Conflict Marks Start of Himachal Assembly Session

BJP creates deadlock over own adjournment motion - Tribune India
BJP protests stoppage of MLAs discretionary grants - Tribune India
Himachal assembly session Speaker says adjournment motion discussions will be limited to single day - theweek.in

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Himachal assembly session: Speaker says adjournment motion discussions will be limited to single day - ThePrint, Press Trust of India
Himachal Pradesh Assembly: Winter session turns stormy following Revenue Minister Negi’s remarks - The Indian Express
Himachal assembly session BJP MLAs protest against 'withholding' of area development funds - theweek.in
Himachal assembly session: BJP MLAs protest against 'withholding' of area development funds - Press Trust of India
HP assembly winter session Day 1: Opposition, govt spar over delayed panchayat polls - Hindustan Times
Himachal Assembly opens winter session with row over deferred local polls - Business Standard
BJP, govt spar in House over closure of institutes - Tribune India
Himachal assembly winter session BJP accuses govt of trying to delay PRI ULB polls - theweek.in

New HPCC chief faces tough task of taking all factions together - Tribune India

Treasury, Opposition Benches trade charges on disaster relief - Tribune India

Opposition storms into Well over Negi’s remarks, Speaker adjourns House - Tribune India
Himachal Vidhan Sabha: Thakur Vs Negi Tussle Flares Up in Dharamshala - HimbuMail
Jai Ram ne pradesh ko kabad kar diya: BJP storms into well over Jagat Negi’s remarks, Speaker adjourns House - Tribune India

Narrow Palampur roads turn death traps for pedestrians - Tribune India

Dilapidated danger: Solan’s abandoned buildings become addicts’ haven - Tribune India

Skies open up: Tourism to soar high with single-engine helicopter trial - Tribune India

Rs 352 crore unclaimed: RBI initiative to return funds to rightful owners - Tribune India

Stone crusher unit sealed for violating environmental norms - Tribune India

Invited to wedding? Police say check the link before you click - Tribune India

CM Sukhu connects with people in Dharamsala - Tribune India
Himachal winter session: CM Sukhu interacts with locals during morning walk in Dharamsalas Kachari Bazaar - Tribune India

Democracy in action: Himachal students witness assembly session - Tribune India

HC expresses dismay over poor access, inadequate facilities at Shimla AIMSS - The Times of India

Himachal Courts Grant Bail in POCSO, Drug Cases

Churah MLA gets anticipatory bail in sexual abuse case - Tribune India
Himachal BJP MLA Hansraj Granted Regular Bail In POCSO Case By Chamba Court - ABP Live English
BJP’s Churah MLA Hans Raj gets bail relief in child sexual abuse case - Tribune India

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Spl Judge, Chamba confirms regular bail of BJP MLA Hans Raj in POCSO case - Himachal Scape
Chamba court gives bail to BJP MLA Hans Raj in POCSO case - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Twin tube tunnel work by NHAI stopped after cracks in homes - Tribune India
Work halted at HP’s Bhattakuffer twin tube tunnel after landslide concerns - The Times of India
DC Shimla Orders NHAI to Halt Works of the Bhattakufer Twin Tunnel - HimbuMail

Outrage, concern over domestic violence, acid attacks after Mandi tragedy - Tribune India

Sangharsh Samiti activists warm against offering players at mosque - Tribune India

AICC observer to meet local leaders, workers - Tribune India

DIG Mohit Chawla recognised for excellence in cybersecurity - Tribune India
Himachal DIG conferred CISO of the Year award for cyber policing excellence - Press Trust of India

Couple jumps into Sutlej at Anni, search underway - Tribune India
Couple jumps into Sutlej river in Kullu, search operation under way - Tribune India

Newborn’s body found near rail tracks in Una - Tribune India

Heroin haul Palampur police nab accused, seize cash & jewels - Tribune India

State dental college prof wins UK design patent for medical utility tray - Tribune India

Dr Devina Vaidya takes charge as Director Research at Nauni varsity - Tribune India

Schools join forces with police ‘War Against Drugs’ sports drive - Tribune India

Award ceremony recognises Hamirpur’s high-achieving girls - Tribune India

Himachal Pradesh Delays Panchayat Elections Citing Disaster Act

Himachal Minister says need Rs 100 crore, 55,000 govt staff to hold panchayat polls - The Indian Express
PRI elections in Himachal only after disaster act is lifted: CM - The Statesman
Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in

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Amid Opposition onslaught, Himachal CM Sukhu says panchayat elections only after Disaster Management Act is revoked - The Indian Express
Local body polls won't be held in Himachal Pradesh till Disaster Management Act in force: CM - Press Trust of India

Uphold public interest as foremost priority Himachal Guv tells trainee officers - theweek.in
Uphold public interest as foremost priority: Himachal Guv tells trainee officers - Press Trust of India
Responsibilities to be valued above the rights, Governor to trainee officers - :: India News Calling ::

India's Top Winter Travel Destinations

Goa Or Kasauli For New Year 2026: Ultimate Guide To Choosing Your Perfect Celebration - NDTV

Fake female technician caught collecting patients' blood samples at hospital in Shimla - theweek.in

Affiliation of 292 institutions reinstated by HP Education Board - theweek.in
Himachal Govt Clarifies: No School Derecognized, Only 292 Institutions Withheld for Incomplete Formalities - The Newz Radar

Himachal Faces Scrutiny on Drug Quality and Pensions

168 drug samples failed quality checks in Himachal in past 3 years Health minister - theweek.in
168 drug samples failed quality checks in Himachal in past 3 years: Health minister - Press Trust of India
Himachal flags 168 substandard medicines, 40 units face legal action - The Statesman
Defiance could lead to jail over pension non-compliance: Himachal HC warns state govt - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Allegations Of Fraud Can't Be Decided Under SARFAESI Act: Himachal Pradesh High Court - Live Law

At Dharamshala film fest, a requiem to the people of Gaza - India Today

Employee Can't Decide Location Of Anganwari Centre, Must Abide By Directions: HP High Court - Live Law

NEWS RECEIVED FROM DPRO UNA FOCUSING DC UNA SH.जतिन लाल AND OTHER EVENTS - :: India News Calling ::

La Niña emerges, All eyes on Himachal’s winter - Himachal Scape

Himachal Won't spare those disturbing peace says Una DC amid shooting row - theweek.in

Youth killed and 12 bus passengers injured in Himachal Pradesh - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Himachal Pradesh Board Releases Class 10, 12 Exam Schedule

HPBOSE 12th Date Sheet 2026: Download HP Board Class 12 Time Table PDF - Jagran Josh
HPBOSE Class 10, 12 Exam Time Table 2026 Out; Direct link to download Datesheet here - Moneycontrol
Himachal Pradesh Board releases datesheet 2026, Class 10 and 12 exams begin March 3 - India Today

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Himachal Pradesh Class 10, 12 Board Exams 2026: Date Sheet Released, Check Here - NDTV
HPBOSE releases Class 10th, 12th HP board 2026 datesheets, exams from March 3 - The Indian Express
Himachal Education Board announce dates for Class 10, 12 exams - Tribune India

Protest-Filled Second Day: HP Assembly Winter Session Sees Sharp Exchanges, Slogans - The News Himachal

UP court sentences man to 20 yrs for raping minor girl in Himachal | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts

ITC Hotels Opens New 'Storii' Resort in Himachal Pradesh

Top national scouting honour for Himachal’s Amarjeet Sharma - Tribune India

Disaster drill at Jakhu Ropeway ensures safety of tourists - Tribune India

HP reels under intense cold as Tabo drops to minus 7.3 degrees C - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

CM Sukhu is directly responsible for fiscal crisis in Himachal: Jai Ram Thakur - Tribune India

Strengthening party cadre prime focus, says New HP Congress president | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

HPU, Delhi institute partnership aims to boost research, innovation - Tribune India

55 extension officers trained in advanced orchard management - Tribune India

Preamble cornerstone of nation’s democratic ethos: Dr Banshtu - Tribune India

Empowering minds Students learn about constitutional rights - Tribune India

Shaping future Experts weigh in on science, tech, society - Tribune India

Case registered after severed cattle head found in Shimla - Tribune India

Researchers present papers on climate change, disaster management - Tribune India

Kangra’s record-holder mountaineer Anjali Sharma marries Rwandan Nlnative - Himachal Scape

Him Academy Public School receives Innovation in Education Award - Tribune India

As Himachal Pradesh govt completes 3 years, "no celebration, focus on vision," says CM Sukhu - The News Mill
CM: No celebrations at Mandi, will present only govt’s vision - Tribune India

An institute with its own rhythm - Tribune India

Protests continue in Billawar against Ishu nullah triple murder - Daily Excelsior

AICC sets age limit for district presidents in Himachal - Tribune India

10 Dehri college NCC cadets turn soldiers - Tribune India

Leaders unite in grief, pay tribute to Wg Cdr Syal - Tribune India

BJP has finalised strategy to corner govt in Assembly: Ex-CM Jai Ram - Tribune India

Solan APMC gives defaulter agents 1-month ultimatum - Tribune India

One killed, 5 injured in Bilaspur car collision - Tribune India

Cooperate for smooth conduct of proceedings: Speaker to MLAs - Tribune India

State hit by wave of ponzi pyramid scams - Tribune India

Ayushman scheme on verge of collapse in HP - Tribune India