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28 May 2026, Thursday
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Big Picture

Massive forest fires have swept across Himachal, particularly in Kasauli, prompting large-scale operations involving the Army and Indian Air Force.
The state is experiencing extreme weather conditions, with heatwave alerts issued for several districts alongside forecasts for intense rainfall and hail.
Chief Minister Sukhu has issued warnings that climate change is making Himalayan states more vulnerable to disasters like cloudbursts.
A major influx of tourists escaping heatwaves has led to severe traffic congestion in Shimla and Manali, straining local infrastructure.
Panchayat elections are being held across the state, with the first phase recording a high voter turnout of over 78%.
Political tensions are noted as Vikramaditya Singh of the Congress slams the BJP over what he calls 'false victory claims'.
Sikyong Penpa Tsering, head of the Tibetan government-in-exile, has reaffirmed the Middle Way policy while criticizing China's 'identity erasure' drive.
Environmental concerns are highlighted by a growing glacial lake threatening the village of Sissu and local opposition to the Chenab-Beas tunnel project.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has set a December 31 deadline for the government to clear all encroachments on forest land.
Authorities in Shimla have frozen assets worth Rs 1.13 crore belonging to alleged drug traffickers as part of a recent crackdown.

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Headlines

Vikramaditya slams BJP over ‘false victory claims’ in poll - The Tribune

Himachal Faces Contrasting Extreme Weather

Climate change making Himalayan states more vulnerable to cloudbursts: Sukhu - The Tribune
Himachal to witness intense rainfall, hail from May 28 | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts
Fresh Western Disturbance: Himachal to witness intense rainfall, hail from May 28 - The Tribune

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Cloudbursts likely to increase in Himachal, Uttarakhand and Northeast: CM Sukhu - The Tribune
Heatwave alert for eight districts in Himachal today - The Tribune

Lahaul group opposes Chenab-Beas tunnel project - The Tribune
Locals oppose Chenab-Beas tunnel project as response to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism - The Tribune

Father’s rebellion fails as son wins Pradhan poll by 11 votes - The Tribune

Penpa Tsering reaffirms dialogue push, slams China’s ‘identity erasure’ policy - The Tribune
Penpa Tsering reaffirms Middle Way policy, slams China’s 'identity erasure' drive - The Tribune

Government Focus on Himachal Pradesh Development

Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in

Himachal Pradesh Battles Widespread Forest Fires

Himachal: Army, Indian Air Force douse forest fire in Kasauli after 15-hour operation - Telegraph India
IAF supports 27-hour operation to extinguish forest fire in Himachal’s Kasauli - The News Mill
Indian Army, IAF contain major forest fire in Himachal’s Kasauli slopes - The Hindu

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IAF-backed 27-hour operation douses massive forest fire in Himachal's Kasauli - ANI News
Forest fires sweep across Uttarakhand, Himachal and J-K; Army, IAF launch massive dousing operation - India TV News
IAF uses ‘Bambi buckets’ to fight Kasauli forest fires in Himachal Pradesh - The News Mill
Flora and fauna on 50 hectares in Nurpur destroyed by forest fire - The Tribune
Himachal: IAF choppers deploy 'Bambi buckets' to combat Kasauli forest fires - ANI News
Himachal forest fires under control despite 232 incidents and Rs 67 lakh loss: Principal Chief Conservator of Forests - The News Mill
Severe forest fire spreads across Himachal, IAF deploys helicopters to control flames in Solan and Kasauli - The Economic Times
Himachal forest fires surge to 248, Mandi worst hit this summer - The Indian Express
Army, IAF contain massive Kasauli forest fire after overnight operation - The Tribune
Forest Near Kasauli Air Force Station On Fire, Choppers Splash Water - NDTV
Himachal forest fires rage in Solan as heatwave, dry weather worsen crisis - The Indian Express
Watch: Heatwave sparks massive fire in Himachal forests; IAF helicopters deployed - The Times of India
The Pine Problem: Why Forest Fires In Himalayas Have Become More Frequent - News18
Himachal: Forest fire in Shimla destroys flora, fauna - The Tribune
Multiple fires break out in forests near Kasauli, IAF deploys Mi-17 helicopters - The Indian Express

Panchayat Elections Underway in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal set for second phase of panchayat polls today - The Times of India
Himachal Gram panchayat elections: 1,276 panchayats go to polls in Phase-II - The Tribune
himachal pradesh begins first phase of panchayati raj polls with over 18 lakh voters - The News Mill

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78% turnout in peaceful Phase 1 of Himachal panchayat polls | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal panchayat polls: 78.53% polling in first phase, women voters outnumber men - The Hindu
Himachal set for 2nd round of PRI polls today - The Tribune

Himachal Pradesh's Sissu sits on ‘time bomb’ as expanding glacial lake threatens 34 settlements - Deccan Herald

Justice Arun Palli Recommended For Supreme Court, Supersedes Himachal Pradesh CJ - Daily Excelsior

Himachal Pradesh High Court sets December 31 deadline to clear forest encroachments - The Tribune
High Court sets Dec 31 deadline to clear forest encroachments - The Tribune

Drive against illegal sale of tobacco products in Chamba, shopkeepers challaned - The Tribune

Rs 1.13-crore assets of drug traffickers frozen in Shimla - The Tribune
Shimla police crack down on 2 drug trafficking cases, freeze Rs 1.13 crore assets - The Tribune

Officials told to ensure speedy disposal of revenue cases - The Tribune

Fertiliser quality control lab to improve crop yield: DC - The Tribune

Satti alleges intimidation, irregularities, violence during elections to panchayati raj institutions in Una - The Tribune

Dialysis facility launched at Chamiyana hospital - The Tribune

Cong leaders pay tributes to Nehru on death anniversary - The Tribune

60 advocates administered oath in Shimla - The Tribune

Shimla law varsity students, faculty avail of free dental check-up facility - The Tribune

Tanda, Ner Chowk hospitals lack PET scan facility, cancer patients suffer - The Tribune

2 drug peddlers jailed - The Tribune

CM Sukhu to be chief guest at Shimla Cricket Carnival closing ceremony - The Tribune

Palampur agri varsity hosts campus recruitment drive - The Tribune

NEP’s 3-language formula will boost unity, student employability: Central varsity VC - The Tribune

‘Why no exam for MLAs?’: Student’s question puts Himachal CM Sukhu in a spot - The Tribune
Class X student throws political googly at CM Sukhu - The Tribune

State Election Commission steps in after ballot bag mix-up in Sirmaur - The Tribune
Proxy voting charge triggers row in Mandi - The Tribune

Heatwave Rush Overwhelms Shimla's Infrastructure

Heatwave rush to Shimla: 70,000 vehicles enter hill station in 72 hours - Telegraph India
Tourists dash to Shimla as plains sizzle; 70,000 vehicles reach city in 72 hours - The Hindu
Shimla tourism: Over 6 lakh vehicles enter hill town amid summer rush now. - Deccan Herald

Preserving nature-blessed Himachal a collective responsibility of every citizen: CM | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal Pradesh must limit hill city growth to ecological capacity, says CM Sukhu - The News Mill
Hill cities cannot grow beyond their ecological limits: Himachal CM Sukhu calls for climate, urbanisation strategy - ANI News

HPU to collaborate with IIT, Roorkee and CSIR-CBRI for disaster risk reduction, AI technologies - The Tribune

No crowds, no chaos: Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna enjoy peaceful river swim in Himachal, video viral - The Times of India
Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna enjoy river dip in Himachal, video wins internet | Trending - Hindustan Times

Tibetan Buddhists observe Tshechu festival with prayers for peace in Himachal Pradesh - The News Mill
Himachal Pradesh: Tibetan Buddhists mark Tshechu Festival with prayers for peace - ANI News

Fuel price rise a serious concern, says Himachal CM Sukhu - The News Mill
Fuel price rise serious concern, Cong-backed candidates winning reflects public support: Himachal CM Sukhu - ANI News

Himachal Pradesh appoints Sanjay Gupta as chief secretary days before retirement - The News Mill

Army, IAF battle Kasauli inferno - The Tribune

Govt to introduce incentive scheme for doctors: Himachal CM - The Tribune

Dharamsala to host 3-day Tibetan Cultural Festival from tomorrow - The Tribune