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26 May 2026, Tuesday
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Big Picture

The first phase of panchayat elections has commenced, accompanied by political friction as the BJP accuses the ruling Congress of interference.
Chief Minister Sukhu announced new helicopter services for Dharamsala, Palampur, and Chamba, set to begin in June, to improve connectivity.
The state is experiencing extreme weather, with a heatwave scorching several districts while orange alerts are issued for hailstorms that have damaged apple crops.
Tourism is booming, leading to severe traffic congestion in Manali, while rising fuel prices in Shimla raise concerns about inflation impacting the sector.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has called for active public participation in the upcoming Census-2027 exercise.
Dharamshala is preparing to host a high-stakes IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 cricket match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Gujarat Titans.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reviewed the progress of National Highway projects in the state, emphasizing quality and monsoon preparedness.
Environmental issues are in focus, with concerns over vehicular pollution in the Baddi industrial area and villagers protesting a stone crusher.
In legal news, the Supreme Court overturned a Himachal High Court order regarding power rebates for new industrial units.
Police have arrested three interstate drug traffickers and are cautioning the public about a rise in cybercrime cases across the state.

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Headlines

Chopper services from Dharamsala, Palampur, Chamba to start in June: Himachal CM Sukhu - The Tribune

Himachal CM Urges Public Participation in 2027 Census

CM calls for public participation in Census-2027 - The Times of India
Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu urges people to actively participate in Census process - The Tribune
CM urges Himachal people to participate actively in Census-2027 exercise - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Chief Minister urges people of the state to participate wholeheartedly in Census work - :: India News Calling ::

BJP Alleges Interference in Himachal Local Polls

1st phase of Himachal panchayat polls today; BJP alleges govt interference - The Times of India
BJP delegation meets governor over alleged threats to democratic and constitutional processes in himachal - ANI News
BJP alleges 'hijack' of local polls by Himachal Congress, petitions Governor - The Tribune

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BJP-Congress Spars Ahead of Panchayat Polling in Himachal - HimbuMail
Himachal Pradesh High Court Hears PIL Over Appointment of Acting Chief Secretary Amid Corruption Cases - HimbuMail

Himachal focusing on long-stay tourism, better connectivity: CM - The Times of India
State government making every possible effort to boost tourism sector: Chief Minister - :: India News Calling ::

Heatwave scorches Punjab, Haryana and HP; relief likely from May 29 - The Times of India
Mercury likely to rise in HP, heatwave alerts in 5 dists | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

RCB and GT Face Off in High-Stakes Dharamshala Qualifier

Dharamsala fortress: Can RCB or GT buck the 200+ trend that undid Punjab Kings? - The Indian Express
Batters thrive, pacers strike: Dharamsala sets up intriguing RCB-GT battle - Press Trust of India
IPL 2026: Dhauladhar views, playoffs mood - Gujarat Titans’ Dharamsala day out of selfies, reels and intense training - The Times of India
King Kohli, Anushka Sharma land in Dharamshala for much awaited qualifier clash against GT - MSN

Himachal Pradesh Government Updates

Himachal: 12 Lahaul panchayats to go to polls in phase 1 of PRI elections today - The Tribune
Himachal Govt Clears Confusion Over 3-Days Panchayat Poll Holidays; Bakrid Date Revised - News18
Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in

Indian rock python rescued in Kangra district; man booked - The Tribune

Fuel Price Hike in Himachal Sparks Inflation and Tourism Fears

Congress protests rising fuel prices in Shimla, criticises centre on inflation - The News Mill
Petrol reaches Rs 102.98 in Shimla; locals fears inflation - The Tribune
Fuel price hike raises concerns among Himachal Pradesh tourism and residents - The News Mill
Fuel price hike raises concerns among tourism stakeholders, residents in Himachal Pradesh - ANI News

Traffic gridlock paralyses life in Baijnath - The Tribune

Villagers seek closure of stone crusher over pollution concerns - The Tribune

Kasauli cantt hospital gets X-ray machine - The Tribune

IIIT-Una launches new MSc course - The Tribune

Himachal scientist among world’s top 2% - The Tribune

Lack of nominees in bank deposits entails legal hassles after account holder’s death - The Tribune

Palampur scholar’s paper on ‘Murra’ memorial stones features in Springer Nature journal - The Tribune

Hope revives for Nurpur district status after govt plans reorganisation panel - The Tribune

Agri varsity gets smart dairy facility - The Tribune

Homestay units inspected in Lahaul to ensure compliance with new norms - The Tribune

Vehicular emissions choke Baddi industrial cluster - The Tribune

Tourists Flock to Hill Stations Amid Heatwave

Severe Weather Impacts Himachal Pradesh

Himachal: Orange alert for hail, thunderstorms in 4 districts on Thu, Fri - Press Trust of India
Himachal Pradesh to witness heavy rain along with hailstorm from May 28; orange, yellow warning issued - The Tribune

Why have mosquitoes invaded cold regions of Himachal Pradesh? - Inshorts
Why mosquitoes have invaded cold Himalayan foothills - ThePrint

Power rebate meant only for new industrial units, says SC, overturns Himachal HC order - Telegraph India

Amid rising cybercrime cases in Himachal Pradesh, police advise people to be cautious using digital platforms - The Tribune

Massive fire near Dharampur since Sunday evening; fire staff on their toes - The Tribune
Manali godown fire: Major blaze in Himachal Pradesh city - The Hindu

3 interstate drugs trafficking arrested from Punjab, Haryana in Himachal - The Tribune

Gadkari Reviews Highway Projects in Rajasthan and Himachal

Himachal Pradesh Home Guards inks pact with Rotary International District for social service, environment protection - The Tribune

Himachal CM Sukhu faces tough question at his alma mater - The Tribune

HP govt schools to become country’s best institutions: Sukhu - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA
Government schools of Himachal to emerge as the best in the country: Chief Minister - himachalpr.gov.in

ICAR-CPRI, Shimla approved tissue culture-based multiplication system for ‘Kufri Bahar’ - The Tribune

Lady Governor distributes fruits and sweets at mental rehabilitation centre - :: India News Calling ::

Shimla loses a piece of its history as colonial-era US Club Gate pulled down to widen road - The Tribune

New life for defunct Dharamshala tea factory as Himachal govt nears lease deal | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

PRI polls: 2K cops deployed in Shimla district - The Tribune
Shimla Police strengthens traffic management during tourist rush; over 70,000 vehicles managed in 3-days - ANI News

Nalagarh truck union hikes freight by 60 paise; industrial goods to be dearer - The Tribune

HRTC to resume Delhi-Leh bus service via Keylong on May 26 - The Tribune

Himachal: Fresh push for quality potato seed production gets approval - The Tribune

Hamirpur (Himachal) News: सिटी में आज - Amar Ujala