The Himachal Daily

Resident Pahari

30 November 2025, Sunday
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Big Picture

The Himachal Pradesh High Court is actively scrutinizing government actions, questioning the issuance of 760 sealed-road passes and ordering a review of rules for 'agriculturist' certificates.
A strict new law makes exam paper leaks and cheating non-bailable offences, with penalties of up to 10 years in jail and a ₹1 crore fine.
Himachal is experiencing a cold spell, with the weather department forecasting rain and snowfall around December 4-5, likely ending a prolonged dry spell.
The state assembly session saw heated exchanges over a minister's remarks on the RSS, leading to an opposition walkout.
The government has released ₹460 crore for the expansion of Kangra Airport to boost tourism and connectivity in the state.
Authorities are tightening security, with the Una administration set to review all arms licences following recent firing incidents.
Protests and legal challenges have emerged in Sanjauli over a mosque declared unauthorized by a district court.
In response to a road collapse in Shimla, a Geological Survey of India team is investigating the site amid rising safety concerns.
The state government is prioritizing key issues, including the settlement of Pong Dam oustees and addressing erratic water supply in Shimla.
Una is set to host a national hockey tournament next year, while the state's cricket team is currently competing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

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Headlines

760 sealed-road passes issued since Nov 2024: Himachal informs HC | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal HC questions 760 sealed-road passes issued in a year; orders urgent repair of unsafe ‘Danga’ near DC office - Himachal Scape

CM introduced 9 super-speciality depts at Hamirpur medical college, says Bittu - Tribune India

Communication mock drill in Shimla, DC contacts 8 SDMs via satellite phone - Tribune India

Mandi Div Commissioner orders removal of encroachments in Sarkaghat - Tribune India

After spate of firing cases, Una admn set to review all arms licences - Tribune India

Lack of drug de-addiction centres hinders ‘Saarthi’ scheme in Nurpur - Tribune India

Kangra schoolkids interact with Cameroon students - Tribune India

AIDS Day fortnight begins at Nadaun college - Tribune India

HPU B-School students trained in AI-enabled data analysis tools - Tribune India

Hotels, banquet halls can’t serve liquor at marriages without licence: Shimla DC - Tribune India

Una to host national hockey tourney next year, schedule to be declared soon - Tribune India

Himachal Cracks Down on Exam Cheating and Drug Abuse

Now, paper leak and cheating non-bailable offences in Himachal - Tribune India
Unite or perish: Himachal HC judges sound alarm over drug abuse - Tribune India
Himachal Brings Strict Law Against Exam Cheating: Up to 10 Years Jail, ₹1 Crore Fine - The News Himachal

House backs freedom fighter status for anti-British leader - Tribune India

Himachal HC defers hearing on plea challenging Mayor’s tenure - Tribune India
Appointment in courts: Sovereign functions cannot be allowed to run on ad hoc basis, HC tells Himachal govt | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Couple, single woman can adopt a child via application filed online - Tribune India

50 ‘rare’ letters on display at Andretta art gallery give insights into Sobha Singh’s life philosophy - Tribune India

50% medicines found expired at Solan Jan Aushadhi Kendra - Tribune India

RBI curbs push Baghat Urban Coop Bank into wage turmoil - Tribune India

Lions Club to hold free eye check-up camp in Shimla today - Tribune India

Legal Dispute and Protests Over Sanjauli Mosque

Hindu bodies protest against government for allowing namaz at Sanjauli mosque - Tribune India
Protest erupts over prayers in 'Illegal' Mosque in Sanjaulli - Tribune India
Sanjauli Illegal Masjid Row Lands in Legal Hassles - HimbuMail
Waqf Board moves Himachal HC challenging district court’s order declaring Sanjauli mosque as unauthorised | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Naina Devi MLA slams Negi for ‘baseless’ remarks about RSS, demands apology - Tribune India

Himachal braces for chill after prolonged dry spell - Tribune India
Early winter chill poised to kickstart Skating season at Shimla’s Iconic Ice rink - Himachal Scape

Shimla Mayor pulls up SJPNL over erratic water supply - Tribune India

Pong Dam oustees’ issues top priority of govt: Minister Negi - Tribune India

Education Secretary takes feedback on cluster complex system from principals, head teachers - Tribune India

Mandi readies for Dec 11 Jan Sankalp Sammelan - Tribune India

GSI team probes Bhattakufar road collapse amid rising safety concerns - Tribune India
Himachal Pradesh GSI team inspects sunken road site in Shimla - theweek.in

HC orders overhaul of ‘Himachali agriculturist’ certificate rules, flags loopholes that allow non-Himacha - The Times of India

Himachal Pradesh in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

Snow and Rain Forecast for Himachal Pradesh

Light rain, snowfall likely in Himachal from Dec 4 - The Times of India
Himachal to witness snowfall on December 4, 5 - Tribune India
Fresh Western Disturbance may bring Snowfall to Himachal’s high reaches from December 5 - Himachal Scape

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Himachal weather: Mercury dips sharply, long dry spell likely to end as Met predicts snow, rain - The Newz Radar
High reaches likely to receive snowfall from December 5 - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
IMD issues "yellow alert" in Himachal, weather to remain dry until Sunday - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Weather update: IMD forecasts dense fog in Himachal and parts of Haryana; heavy rains likely in Tamil Nadu - CNBC TV18

LoP accuses state govt of burdening Himachal with debt and taxes - The Times of India
Opposition slams Himachal govt for rising taxes, costly celebrations - The Statesman

National-Level ‘Dhai Akhar Letter Writing Competition’ Held at DAV Public School Bankhandi - The Newz Radar

From Chaddar Andazi to Dharam Vivah: Himachal’s not-much-heard-of marriage traditions reveal a world of their own - The Newz Radar

Vinay Kumar’s takeover marks Congress High Command’s attempt to stabilise HP Unit after a year of drift - Himachal Scape

Tourists could soon land at swanky airport in Himachal as Kangra airport expansion continues - CNBC TV18
Rs 460cr released for Kangra airport expansion, says CM Sukhu - Times of India

7 most beautiful hill stations in India to visit this year - The Economic Times

Himachal professor turns pine cones into clean industrial fuel | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts

Himachal Chief Secretary reviews winter preparedness, directs high alert across departments - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

From Bir Billing To Ziro Valley: Top 8 Offbeat Indian Destinations You Must Explore Before They Become Too Popular - Zee News

Churdhar Yatra suspended until further notice due to harsh winter - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Rainbow School archers shine in state championship - Tribune India

Himachal assembly winter session: Pandemonium mars Day 3 | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Sukhu pushes tourism, welfare agenda in Kangra - Tribune India

Hope rises: Work on Jassur flyover picks up pace after long delay - Tribune India

Private lab technician caught taking blood sample at IGMC - Tribune India

IIIT-Una to train 1K students for data analysis, python jobs - Tribune India

Manali-Leh highway reopens up to Sarchu under strict winter curbs - Tribune India

Martyr families continue to wait for govt’s commitment - Tribune India
Himachals martyr families continue to wait for govt’s commitment - Tribune India

122 units blood collected at donation camp in Shimla - Tribune India

Himachal's mining policy overhaul has boosted revenue: Industries Minister - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA