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20 June 2026, Saturday
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Big Picture

Chief Minister Sukhu directed Himachal Pradesh University to research green hydrogen and announced a Non-Practising Allowance for super-speciality doctors.
The NEET controversy continued as the opposition urged the state government to address its own police paper leak case before protesting the national issue.
Police in Nurpur cracked down on multiple illegal activities, recovering stolen vehicles and taking action against timber smuggling and illegal mining.
Major tourist destinations like Manali and Shimla are grappling with significant garbage and waste management challenges due to high tourist footfall.
A new report powered by AI valued Himachal's forest bio-resources at ₹22,600 crore annually, highlighting significant economic potential.
A fire broke out at an ethanol plant in Nalagarh, causing an estimated loss of ₹15 lakh.
Himachal was recognized as a front-runner in the national TB elimination drive, while a study reported high rates of STD symptoms in tribal districts.
The Governor inaugurated an art exhibition in Shimla to promote and preserve traditional Kangra miniature paintings.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has stayed the recruitment process for 900 assistant staff nurses, citing legal concerns.
Key state interests and issues were raised by Himachal Pradesh during the Northern Zonal Council Standing Committee meeting in Shimla.

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Headlines

Nurpur police crack vehicle theft cases, recover stolen jeeps, motorcycle - The Tribune
Timber smuggling bid foiled in Nurpur; 7 vehicles seized - The Tribune
HP: Nurpur police crack down on illegal mining, take action against 22 vehicles in 24 hrs - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

Governor inaugurates exhibition of artworks in Shimla - The Tribune
Kangra Miniature Art Camp on Folk and Rural Life Inaugurated; Governor to Inaugurate Art Exhibition and Gallery - HIMACHAL HEADLINES

Himachal LoP Urges Action on Local Leaks Amid NEET Row

International Yoga Day: Army holds sessions to promote holistic lifestyle - The Tribune

Lekh Ram, Pramila Devi elected Bilaspur Zila Parishad chairman, vice-chairperson unopposed - The Tribune

Fire at Nalagarh ethanol plant causes Rs 15-lakh loss - The Tribune
Fire breaks out at ethanol plant in Nalagarh’s Aduwal village - The Tribune

Himachal Grapples with Tourism's Environmental Impact

Controversy sparks in Manali over ‘illegal’ parking fee, green tax diversion - The Tribune
Foreign Tourist Flags Garbage Problem In Shimla, Urges People To Protect 'Dev Bhoomi' Himachal - ETV Bharat
Himachal Pradesh: Garbage piles tarnish Manali's image amid peak tourist season - ANI News

Himachal CM Launches Projects, Pushes Green Energy

Sukhu pushes green energy agenda at Himachal Pradesh University - The Tribune
Himachal CM urges HPU to research green hydrogen and inaugurates key projects - The News Mill

HP raises key issues in NZC meeting - The Times of India

Public Health Report from Himachal Pradesh

Himachal emerges as a front-runner state in India’s TB elimination drive - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
1 in 5 of Himachal's tribal belt report STD symptoms, says study | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts
Himachal Pradesh among leading states in TB elimination, says Shandil - The Tribune
STD Symptoms Reported by 1 in 5 People Across Himachal’s Tribal Districts - Times Now

Kangra miniature painting holds a distinguished place in India’s great artistic traditions - HIMACHAL HEADLINES
Kangra miniature painting holds distinguished place in India’s artistic traditions: Himachal guv - ThePrint

Mumbai man quits corporate job, lives in Himachal 'almost for free'. Internet is inspired - Mint

Himachal Pradesh government employees request one-time regularisation from October 1, 2026 - The News Mill
Himachal Pradesh seeks appointment of whole-time BBMB member from state - The Tribune
Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in

Himachal Pradesh: Muslim outfit threatens of agitation over social media slur against Quran - The Times of India

Recruitment against 174 posts for the blind in final stages, says Shandil - The Tribune

Report Values Himachal's Forests at ₹22,600 Crore

AI maps Rs 22,600-crore green gold in Himachal Pradesh forests - The Tribune
Himachal’s Forest Wealth Could Generate 50,000 Days of Local Employment: Report - ETV Bharat
Can Himachal's forests become its next economic engine? - - Himachal Scape
AI-Powered Forest Intelligence Maps Rs 22600 Crore Green Bio-Economy Potential in Himachal Pradesh - HimbuMail

Himachal ex-CM Shanta Kumar seeks ban on live-in relationships - The Tribune

Himachals interests non-negotiable: CM Sukhu - The Tribune

Himachal Pradesh Education and Exam Updates

NEET-UG 2026 re-test: Himachal govt announces free HRTC bus travel for aspirants - India Today
HRTC offers free travel to NEET candidates from June 20-22 - The Tribune
HPBOSE Compartment Exam 2026 Timetable: Himachal Board 10th, 12th date sheet out, check here - The Indian Express
HPBOSE Supplementary Exam 2026 Dates Announced for Class 10th and 12th; Check Official Notice Here - Jagran Josh

Himachal likely to witness light to moderate rain over next few days - The Tribune

Preity Zinta’s ‘Ghar Ki Kheti’ Keeps Her Connected To Her Himachal Roots - The Times of India
Inside Preity Zinta’s Los Angeles 'ghar ki kheti': How the 'Batwara 1947' star's kitchen garden keeps her - The Times of India

Himachal Pradesh to Grant Allowance to Super-Speciality Doctors

Himachal government to provide NPA to super-speciality doctors: CM Sukhu - The Tribune
State government to provide NPA to Super-Speciality Doctors: CM - himachalpr.gov.in
Himachal govt to provide non-practising allowance to super-speciality doctors - ThePrint
Himachal Pradesh to grant allowance to super-speciality doctors, says CM Sukhu amid healthcare push - The New Indian Express

Car rolls of cliff in HP, mother-toddler killed | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Punjab vs Haryana over canal project, Centre sets 1-month deadline for solution - The Indian Express

Taxi driver’s Bathinda stop turns life-changing as Himachal man wins ₹3 crore lottery - The Statesman

23-Year-Old Merchant Navy Cadet Killed In Oman Vessel Strike Cremated In Himachal - ETV Bharat

Pangi residents oppose scrapping of Science, Commerce streams at Government Degree College, Killar - The Tribune

CM administers oath to newly elected Kangra panchayat representatives, vows self-reliant Himachal in five yrs - UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

33.8 Paise Fuel Surcharge Adds to Electricity Bill Burden in Himachal - The News Himachal

Shimla admn to launch anti-drug drive in district - The Tribune

Independent councillor Asha Thakur takes charge as Kullu MC chairperson - The Tribune

Youth volunteers begin border outreach mission - The Tribune

Sanitation, infrastructure woes mount in Baijnath-Paprola - The Tribune

Monsoon fear haunts octogenarian as debris, rainwater endanger home - The Tribune

CPM slams Centre over SIR, plans voting rights campaign - The Tribune

Audit raises red flag over quality of education in Chamba schools - The Tribune

BJP forms Nurpur BDC, Congress clinches Fatehpur leadership - The Tribune

Dev Bhoomi International Film Fest to showcase 25 short films - The Tribune

Raja Yoga, nanoscience integration needed for health research: HPU VC - The Tribune

Agri varsity pensioners urge CM to address long-pending dues - The Tribune

Beyond the ballot Grassroots mandate, greater expectations - The Tribune

BJP councillors protest delay in formation of Dharamsala Municipal Corporation - The Tribune

IIT Mandi to hold 14th convocation on June 20 - The Tribune

HP State Coop Bank seeks RBI nod for credit facility revival - The Tribune

HPPSC invites applications for 347 assistant professor posts - The Tribune