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08 May 2026, Friday
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Big Picture

Nominations for Panchayati Raj polls have commenced, with over 16,800 candidates filing on the first day amid new rule changes.
The state government is assessing significant crop damage caused by recent hailstorms and adverse weather, while preparing for the apple procurement season.
The IMD has forecast another spell of rain and snowfall across Himachal Pradesh from May 11 to 13.
Himachal-cadre IPS officer Rithwik Rudra has emerged as a contender for the post of Intelligence Bureau (IB) Director.
JSW Energy subsidiaries have filed a writ petition in the High Court challenging the Himachal Pradesh Land Revenue Amendment Act.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has questioned the state government after 19 nursing students reportedly contracted tuberculosis.
Stricter environmental and safety norms are set to be implemented for this year's Manimahesh Yatra.
Governor Kavinder Gupta highlighted 'Operation Sindoor' as a significant shift in India's proactive counter-terrorism strategy.
The central government has transferred the maintenance of the Chamba-Bharmour highway to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
HRTC drivers in Chamba are protesting over the non-payment of their night duty allowances.

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Headlines

Himachal Assesses Crop Damage from Adverse Weather

Himachal minister raises concern over weather impact on crops and national security - The News Mill
Assessing crop loss due to hailstorm, says Minister Negi - The Tribune

Nominations Begin for Himachal Panchayat Polls

Over 16,800 candidates file for Himachal panchayat polls on first nomination day - The News Mill
Two BJP-supported candidates file papers for Zila Parishad elections in Dharamsala - The Tribune
Nomination Process Gains Momentum in Bharmour Block: 176 Papers Filed So Far - The Newz Radar

Himachal-cadre IPS officer Rithwik Rudra in fray for IB Director post - The Tribune

Mixed Weather Forecast for Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh to receive rain and snowfall from May 11, says IMD - The News Mill
Himachal Pradesh witnesses light rain, thunderstorms; Met predicts another wet spell from May 11 - Press Trust of India
Warmer Days Ahead for Himachal After Chilly Start to Summer - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Himachal Promises Pleasant Weather for Tourists in Coming Days - HimbuMail

Manimahesh Yatra to Follow Stricter Green and Safety Norms This Year - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Manimahesh Yatra 2026 to run under strict NGT framework - The Tribune

Operation Sindoor Redefines India's Counter-Terror Doctrine

‘Op Sindoor’ showed India’s zero tolerance against terror: HP guv - The Times of India
Op Sindoor redefined India’s counter-terror doctrine, says Governor Gupta - The Tribune
Operation Sindoor Sent Strong Message Against Terrorism: Governor Kavinder Gupta - The News Himachal

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Op Sindoor marked India’s shift from restraint to proactive strategy: Himachal governor - ThePrint
Operation Sindoor redefined India’s Counter-Terror Doctrine - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Operation Sindoor redefined India's Counter-Terror Doctrine and demonstrated Nation's unshakable will: Governor - :: India News Calling ::

Centre hands over maintenance of Chamba-Bharmour highway to NHAI - The Times of India

118 candidates left in fray for Una local body elections - The Tribune

Congress announces candidates for Zila Parishad poll in Una, Kutlehar - The Tribune

Women dominate Palampur MC elections, Congress & BJP field 11 each in 15 wards - The Tribune

Two minor brothers drown while grazing cattle in Sirmaur village - The Tribune

Beware of fake helicopter services, warn police amid Char Dham rush - The Tribune

National Lok Adalat in Shimla tomorrow - The Tribune

HP High Court pulls up govt over defunct hospital lifts - The Tribune

Governor Gupta urges SPU graduates to build strong, self-reliant India - The Tribune
Governor Gupta presides over 2nd Convocation of Sardar Patel University - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Governor Highlights Atal Tunnel's Impact on Development and Tourism

Atal Tunnel embodies Vajpayee’s vision, determination: Governor - The Tribune
Atal Tunnel gives Lahaul-Spiti a new identity in development and tourism - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Atal Tunnel gives Lahaul-Spiti a new identity in development and tourism: Governor-Visits Sissu and Hidimba Temple - :: India News Calling ::

No rivals, no rivalry: Lahaul-Spiti's Malang panchayat leads by example - The Tribune

Congress faces heat over unfulfilled civic promises - The Tribune

Home Guards revive 1,836 traditional bauris across Himachal Pradesh - The Tribune

Rebels, Independents turn Dharamsala MC poll into multi-cornered battle - The Tribune
Rebel Candidates Add Twist to Himachal’s Urban Polls as Campaign Heats Up - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
BJP, Congress Face Rebel Challenge in Himachal Municipal Corporations Elections - The News Himachal

Him Academy yoga star Atri honoured - The Tribune

BJP to Recommend Disciplinary Action Against Party Dissenters in Dalhousie - The Newz Radar

Relevance of Indian knowledge systems in modern era discussed - The Tribune

‘Set up Himachal regiment in Army’ - The Tribune

Newly recruited stenographers learn about potato research at Shimla centre - The Tribune

Census data research workstation opens at Nauni horticulture varsity - The Tribune
Nauni University Sets Up Census Data Research Centre, Signs MoU with Census Directorate - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Retired Delhi Police Joint Commissioner To Contest Upcoming Himachal Pradesh Panchayat Polls - ETV Bharat

Himachal Declares Paid Holiday for Panchayat Polls

Himachal Pradesh Declares 3-Day Paid Holiday For Panchayat Elections 2026 - News18
Himachal Declares Paid Holidays to Help Voters Participate in Panchayat Polls - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Himachal Pradesh Prepares for Apple Procurement

HP CM directs HPMC to complete apple procurement preparations, digitise MIS process - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
HP CM Sukhu directs HPMC to gear up for apple procurement season - The Tribune
CM Sukhu directs HPMC to prepare for apple procurement under MIS - The News Mill
HP: CM Sukhu directs HPMC to start arrangements for apple procurement - ANI News

Demand Raised to Repair Dilapidated Roads and Start Heli-Taxi Service from June - The Newz Radar

How 2026 election results will impact 2027 assembly polls in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and other states - theweek.in

KTM 390 Adventure Rider Climbs Mountain Near Chicham Bridge; Internet Divided - NDTV

Himachal Government Orders Transfer of Nine Secretariat Officers in Administrative Reshuffle - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Himachal govt transfers 9 HP Secretariat officers in administrative reshuffle - The Tribune

Himachal Pradesh Exam and Result Updates

HPBOSE class 10th result expected soon? Check date, time, and how to check scorecard from hpbose.org. - Zee News
HPBOSE 10th result 2026: Check expected release date of Himachal Pradesh class 10 results - MSN
HPBOSE 10th Result 2026: Check expected release date of Himachal Pradesh Class 10 results | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
HPBOSE SSC Result 2026: Himachal Class 10 results expected soon, check details - The Times of India

Himachal Pradesh receives PMGSY honour for enhancing rural road network - The News Mill
Himachal Pradesh chosen for PMGSY honour for strengthening rural road infrastructure: Vikramaditya Singh - ANI News

Fatal Boat Accident in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh: Six people missing after boat submerges in Yamuna River in Hamirpur - ANI News
Six missing after boat capsizes in Yamuna in UP's Hamirpur, search underway - Press Trust of India

Local Body Polls Crucial for Congress’ Future in Himachal: Pratibha Singh - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Bengal’s Verdict: A Public Outcry for Safety, Justice and Dignity - The Newz Radar

Swami Ram Swarup Ji Highlights Eternal Vedic Path at Kathua Yajna Anushthan - The Newz Radar

Himachal Bars Drug Traffickers from Panchayat Elections

Himachal notifies law to bar drug traffickers from contesting panchayat elections - The Indian Express
Himachal Pradesh bars persons linked to synthetic drugs from Panchayat polls - The News Mill
HP notifies Panchayati Raj Amendment law, bars 'chitta'-linked persons from contesting polls - ANI News

Weapon supplier to Bambiha gang operative held in Panchkula ahead of MC polls: police - The Indian Express

Kinnaur to Host First-Ever Bird Festival from May 8–10, Promoting Conservation and Slow Tourism - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Himachal Education Board Plans Major Reform in Evaluation System, Focus on Concept-Based Learning - The News Himachal

Bomb Threat Triggers Swift Security Response in Rohru - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

HC stays notification barring ASHA workers to contest Panchayat polls - The Indian Express

Himachal civic body polls: All candidates from Mandi’s Baihna ward withdraw nominations | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

What’s hot: Café Khoblu @Shimla is a popular per-friendly joint - The Tribune

Haroli Activist Flags Alleged Double Funding in Una Pond Project, Seeks Vigilance Probe - The Newz Radar

Grahan Kasol hydro project transferred to new firm: Butail to NGT - The Times of India

Snow, rain bring down temperature in HP - The Times of India