The Himachal Daily

Resident Pahari

03 February 2026, Tuesday
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Big Picture

The Himachal Pradesh government has strongly criticized the Union Budget, particularly the cessation of the Revenue Deficit Grant, terming it a major financial blow to the state.
Widespread fresh snowfall and rain have been reported across the state, leading to the closure of over 300 roads but also attracting tourists to destinations like Manali.
The Indian Air Force conducted a significant rescue operation, airlifting an 85-year-old paralysed woman from a remote, snow-inaccessible area.
To boost regional connectivity, two airports and nine helipads have been identified for development in the state under the UDAN scheme.
The government has launched a new portal to streamline homestay registrations and provide relief to the hospitality sector.
A target has been set to increase Himachal Pradesh's forest cover to 31% by the year 2030 to combat climate change.
Compensation of Rs 1,500 crore has been disbursed to landowners affected by the Kangra airport expansion project.
A tripartite MoU was signed to promote the cultivation of medicinal plants within the state.
Spiritual leader the Dalai Lama won a Grammy Award for his spoken-word album 'Inner World'.
An investigation has been initiated into an unauthorized access incident involving the VAHAN vehicle registration portal in Solan.

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Headlines

Tripartite MoU signed to boost medicinal plant cultivation in HP - Daily Excelsior

Two Airports, Nine Helipads Identified in HP Under UDAN Scheme

UDAN scheme: 2 airports, 9 helipads identified in state - Tribune India
Two airports nine helipads identified in HP under UDAN scheme Govt - theweek.in
Two airports, nine helipads identified in HP under UDAN scheme: Govt - ThePrint

Two held for smuggling liquor from Chandigarh to Himachal - Tribune India

Solan man held with items stolen from Pinjore hospital - Tribune India

Protest held against UGC equity regulations in Una - Tribune India

Power employees to observe 24-hour strike on February 12 - Tribune India

Budget draws mixed response from tourism industry - Tribune India
Rail connectivity may drive tourism to hill states, but budget lacks incentives: Stakeholders - ANI News
UNION BUDGET: BJP welcomes focus on tourism development - Tribune India

Himachal Leaders Criticize Union Budget for Neglecting State

Activist terms Budget ‘anti-Himachal’ - Tribune India
Blow to Himachal’s finances as RDG ends; ‘black day, says Sukhu - The Indian Express
CM Sukhu BLasts Union Budget that Grossly Neglects Himachal, CPM Terms it Anti-Himachal - HimbuMail

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Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu calls Budget unfair to Himachal's unique needs and conditions | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Sukhu rips into Union Budget, flags neglect of apple growers, tourism & rail expansion - Times of India
UNION BUDGET: Himachal pushed into financial turmoil, says Congress - Tribune India
Ending Revenue Deficit Grant violates federal rights of states: Himachal CM Sukhu - ANI News
Himachal CM Sukhu terms Union Budget ‘inequitable’, raises concerns over Finance Commission report - The Hindu

Peacock spotted in Manali’s snow-covered forest area, sparks debate on effects of climate-change - Tribune India

HP varsity VC to be feted at Banaras varsity - Tribune India

HPU win north zone basketball meet - Tribune India

Vaishnaw flags inadequate support from Sukhu govt - Tribune India

Ex-servicemen rejoice as PVC awardee promoted to Hony Capt - Tribune India

Himachal beat CBSE on Day 2 of national handball championship - Tribune India

Class XII students accorded warm farewell at school in Dharamsala - Tribune India
Farewell ceremony held at Mandi school - Tribune India

Unauthorised access to VAHAN portal uncovered at Solan RLA - Tribune India

Mandi DC reviews progress of Jal Jeevan Mission schemes, stresses timely completion - Tribune India
Mandi MC Commissioner reviews progress of development projects - Tribune India

85-year-old patient airlifted to PGI from remote Dodra Kwar - Tribune India

Pong wetland records dip in migratory bird count, surge in species diversity - Tribune India

District admn bans protests at 10 sites in Shimla till March 31 - Tribune India

Dalai Lama wins Grammy at 90 for spoken-word album - Tribune India
It is not a personal triumph, but a shared universal responsibility: Dalai Lama on Grammy award - Tribune India

Relief for home stay owners - Tribune India

Kangra airport expansion: Rs 1,500-cr compensation disbursed to affected landowners - Tribune India

Rain and Snowfall Across North India

Dry, warmer February likely across Himachal - Tribune India
Himachal weather alert: MeT predicts snow, rain on February 3 - Tribune India
Weather Today: Delhi wakes up to dense fog; IMD says rainfall, snowfall may occur in Himachal, J&K till Feb 3 - Mint

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Jammu and Kashmir sees heavy rain, snowfall; Dense fog alert issued for Punjab, Haryana - CNBC TV18
Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh see fresh snowfall, rains; night temperatures rise across North - Daily Excelsior

RDG was a temporary step: Anurag - Tribune India

HP stares at 20% dip in total revenue receipts - Tribune India

Apple Farmers Demand Fair Freight Rates as per weight in Himachal Pradesh Before the Start of Apple Season and Punish Violators under the Act - HimbuMail

Union Budget 2026: Impact on Himachal and Northern States

Budget 2026–27: Railway development gains fresh momentum in Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh - The Statesman
Why Himachal and Uttarakhand Feel Neglected in Union Budget 2026-27 - HimbuMail
Reform-heavy Budget draws Himachal industry nod - Tribune India

HPPWD Minister Spells Out 'First Drains Then Roads Policy' - HimbuMail

Himachal Launches New Portal for Homestay Registration

Himachal CM directs provisional registration of homestays with pending fire NOC - ThePrint

IAF Rescues Paralyzed Woman Amid Himachal Snowfall

IAF helicopter airlifts paralysed woman from Himachal’s Dhanderwari amid snowfall - Tribune India
IAF helicopter airlifts paralysed 85-year-old woman from Himachal Pradesh after heavy snowfall blocks all - Times of India
IAF rescues paralysed elderly woman from 9,000 ft amid heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh | VIDEO - India TV News

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IAF airlifts 85-year-old paralysed woman as heavy snowfall blocks roads in Himachal | Watch - MSN
Indian Air Force Airlifts Paralysed Woman, 85, From Snow-Hit Village In Himachal Pradesh - NDTV
IAF airlifts 85-year-old paralysed woman as heavy snowfall blocks roads in Himachal | WATCH - Zee News
AF Helicopter Airlifts Paralysed Elderly Woman From Himachal Amid Snowfall - Daily Excelsior
Indian Air Force helicopter airlifts 85-year-old woman as heavy snowfall lashes Himachal Pradesh | Watch | India News - Hindustan Times
IAF helicopter airlifts paralysed elderly woman from Himachal amid snowfall - theweek.in

Debate Over 16th Finance Commission's Impact on Himachal

Himachal’s Share Increased Under 16th Finance Commission, Congress Creating Panic: Anurag Thakur - The News Himachal
16th Finance Commission Recommendations to Cost Himachal Over Rs 10,000 Crore Annually: Mukesh Agnihotri - The News Himachal

Himachal Pradesh High Court Upholds Amendment Of Plaint To Rectify Khasra Number, Says Cause Of Action... - Live Law

Himachal Pradesh Aims for 31% Forest Cover by 2030

Himachal Pradesh govt. sets goal of 31% forest cover by 2030 - The Hindu
Himachal Sets Target of Raising Its Forest Cover to 31 Percent by 2030 - HimbuMail
Climate Impact Visible, Conservation a Priority: CM Sukhu to Forest Department - The News Himachal

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Himachal CM Sukhu directs forest department to increase cover to 31 by 2030 - theweek.in
Himachal CM Sukhu directs forest department to increase cover to 31% by 2030 - ThePrint

Fresh snowfall transforms Himachal’s hill towns into postcard-perfect winter escapes - Telegraph India

After Uttarakhand, Kashmiri Shawl Seller Allegedly Assaulted In Himachal’s Kangra - News18

Committed to truth, objectivity - Tribune India

Himachal sailor detained in US returns home days before brother’s wedding - The Indian Express

Kisan Mandi to be held twice a week in Una’s Basdehra - Tribune India

Regional buzz | Keeping tabs on power politics in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Special ecologically sustainable mountain trails to come up in J&K, Himachal, Uttarakhand | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Boys U-15 tug-of-war team bags silver at national championship - Tribune India

Residents demand repair of road in Nurpur’s Ward No. 2 - Tribune India

Former incharge of Pong water sports centre honoured - Tribune India

54 heads of cattle perish in Solan - Tribune India

Guru Ravidas’ life inspiration for society: Himachal Deputy CM - Tribune India

From McLeodganj to overseas settlements, Tibetans cast vote in preliminary elections - Tribune India

Fresh snow, rain bring mercury down in HP; over 300 roads closed - Times of India