The Himachal Daily

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01 January 2026, Thursday
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Big Picture

The Himachal Pradesh government plans to expand robotic surgical facilities to all state medical colleges by early 2026.
Himachal witnessed a massive tourist influx for New Year's, driven by light snowfall in higher reaches, with hotel occupancy hitting 80-90%.
The state cabinet approved the development of a new township in the Baddi area and the creation of CBSE sub-cadres for 100 government schools.
As a New Year's gesture, the government provided 202 job appointments on compassionate grounds.
Discussions are underway for a policy to regulate cannabis cultivation, which may be rolled out within months.
Police cracked down on illegal mining and arrested three individuals in Chamba with 1.5 kg of 'charas'.
Women candidates secured top positions as the results for the Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service (HPAS) exam were declared.
Despite light snow in some areas, the state is facing a significant 99% rain deficit, raising concerns about a dry spell.
An FIR was registered in Bilaspur following an assault on a Kashmiri shawl seller.
The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) is formulating a new performance-based incentive policy for its employees.

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Headlines

Himachal govt working to expand robotic surgical facilities to all medical colleges by early 2026: Sukhu - Daily Excelsior
Himachal govt working to expand robotic surgical facilities to all medical colleges by early 2026 Sukhu - theweek.in

Himachal: HPTDC formulating performance- based incentive policy for employees | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Snowfall Draws New Year Tourist Rush to Himachal

Light snow in higher reaches of Himachal brings cheer to tourists, locals | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
No white New Year in Manali, but Rohtang snow uplifts tourists - Times of India
Snowfall eludes Shimla as revellers ring in New Year - Tribune India

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Himachal: Parts of Lahaul and Spiti, higher reaches of Kullu see mild snowfall; tourists ecstatic - Moneycontrol
Light snowfall in higher reaches of Himachal - The Indian Express
Higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh receive snow - Tribune India
Snow Flames New Year Frenzy in Himachal - HimbuMail
Himachal weather update: Winter deepens; cold wave & snowfall attract tourists - MSN
Light snowfall triggers traffic curbs as New Year tourist rush builds in Himachal - Himachal Scape
Himachal Weather Update: Winter Deepens; Cold Wave & Snowfall Attract Tourists - Zee News
Snowfall in Shimla, Manali: Himachal Pradesh braces for white New Year, tourist influx surges - Tribune India
Chasing ‘white New Year’, tourists flock to Himachal | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Hotel occupancy in Himachal hits 80-90% ahead of New Year | Snow forecast at many places on Dec 31 & Jan 1 | Inshorts - Inshorts
Manali braces for white New Year as tourist influx increases - Times of India

Central aid, state’s steps can pull HP out of debt - Tribune India

2 years left for state poll, churning begins in Cong, BJP - Tribune India

Year marked by breakdown of law & order, governance failure in state: Rajeev Bindal - Tribune India

Rs 30 crore approved for education infra in Rampur: Rohit Thakur - Tribune India

Sirmaur girls shine in HPAS exam - Tribune India

A new township for Baddi - Tribune India
Cabinet gives nod to townshipin Shitalpur in Baddi area | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Timings of 2 trains plying on Kalka-Shimla track changed - Tribune India

Tractors used in illegal mining, cops crack whip - Tribune India

Three held with 1.5-kg ‘charas’ in Chamba - Tribune India

State govt putting Himachal ‘on sale’ in name of townships: LoP Jai Ram Thakur - Times of India
‘Another attempt to sell Himachal for personal gains’: Oppn leader Jairam Thakur slams govt nod to township near Chandigarh - The Indian Express

Himachal Governor, CM Extend New Year Greetings

Governor, CM extend New Year greetings to people - Times of India
Governor extends New Year greetings to people of Himachal Pradesh - :: India News Calling ::

Manali rings in New Year with bonfires, DJ nights, packed hotels - Tribune India

Bear attacks spread fear in Bharmour villages; patrolling intensified, says forest officer - Times of India

Himachal Pradesh Grants 202 Compassionate Job Appointments

Himachal Pradesh: CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu distributes 202 job appointments on compassionate grounds - ANI News

Himachal Pradesh: Key Government Updates

Girls grab top administrative posts, 30 clear Himachal Pradesh’s JCE - The Indian Express
Himachal cabinet clears separate CBSE sub-cadres for 100 govt schools set to be affiliated to CBSE - Hindustan Times
Himachal Cabinet clears sub-cadre for 100 CBSE schools, expands Sukh Aashray Yojana - Tribune India

Scrutinise court judgments under SC/ST Act to build stronger cases: Shimla DC - The Indian Express

Vyavastha Parivartan' sparks healthcare revolution: Himachal CM Sukhu - ANI News

Himachal may roll out regulated cannabis cultivation within months, says CM Sukhu - The Hindu

Gary Sandhu to Perform in MSME Fest 2026 - The News Himachal

ITI wins ₹72.76-crore ice-hockey rink project in Himachal Pradesh - CNBC TV18

FIR registered after Kashmiri shawl seller assaulted in Himachal’s Bilaspur | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Shimla doctor-patient row settled amicably - Tribune India
Assault row: Sacked Himachal doctor, patient patch up with a hug - Times of India

Himachal arrives into New Year Night without significant Rain or Snow, IMD reports 99% deficit - Himachal Scape

Discharge During Probation Not Punitive Merely Due To Pending Criminal Case: Himachal Pradesh High Court... - Live Law

IMD: Heavy snowfall in the Himalayas, dense fog across plains; here’s what travellers need to know - Times of India

Increasing vulnerability hitting state economy - Tribune India

Focus on upgrading facilities; staff shortage a concern - Tribune India

Looking back: Year of promise, protest for capital’s civic body - Tribune India

Central varsity hosts state-level Young Leaders Dialogue-2026 - Tribune India

Sirmaur to observe road safety month from January 1: DC - Tribune India

Chamba DC stresses quality, timely supply of grains under Public Distribution System - Tribune India

Parmar targets Cong at Atal centenary meet in Sulah - Tribune India

Baghat bank’s case to be forwarded to union minister - Tribune India

Stalled Nahan medical college project under review: Shandil - Tribune India

Rs 10.17-crore power project launched in Dehra - Tribune India

Short film Crossings bags top award - Tribune India

Hotels packed to the brim as record number of tourists throng Kangra valley - Tribune India

Pilot’s assistant succumbs to injuries in Bir Billing paragliding accident - Times of India

Looking back: Women athletes lead states charge to global recognition - Tribune India