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18 July 2026, Saturday
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Big Picture

Himachal Pradesh is on high alert following an IMD yellow warning for heavy rainfall.
The state advanced its healthcare, launching robotic surgeries and planning to more than double PG medical seats.
The traditional Sirmauri 'loiya' shawl was granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
The government released ₹45 crore to clear procurement dues for apple growers under the MIS scheme.
Police made arrests in a fatal drug overdose case, while a violent land dispute erupted in Bhojnagar.
Major education reforms are underway, with plans to introduce the CBSE curriculum in government schools.
A labour strike at the Baga cement plant was averted following intervention from the central ministry.
The state is advancing its green initiatives, including a push for green hydrogen and the upcoming rollout of e-buses.
After a 50-year wait, the government granted land rights to Pong Dam evacuees.
The ₹24-crore revamp of the Amb Andaura railway station was inaugurated.

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Headlines

Seal of recognition: Sirmauri loiya gets GI tag - The Tribune

Mahabharatas combatant spirit, Solans Thodo sport on verge of oblivion - The Tribune

2 held in case of two missing youths’ death due to ‘drug overdose’ in Jawali - The Tribune

Devotees take out annual Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Mandi - The Tribune

Dharamsala’s Flow Shooting Academy trainees bag 30 medals at state championship - The Tribune

NHPC provides desks to Dalhousie school - The Tribune

New fire safety NOC directive, conflicting regulations have Manali hoteliers worried - The Tribune

Labour Ministry steps in, averts strike at Baga plant - The Tribune

Kisan sabha backs villagers in Bhojnagar land dispute - The Tribune
Himachal: Violent land dispute in Bhojnagar sparks protest, cross FIRs lodged - The Tribune

Rs 24-crore Amb Andaura station revamp inaugurated virtually - The Tribune

Himachal: 30-year-old found dead with syringe attached to arm - The Tribune

Himachal Board mandates case study questions in exams from March 2027 - The News Mill

Farmers, social groups move President against toll barriers on HP highways - The Times of India

IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts for Himachal Pradesh

IMD issues yellow warning for Himachal Pradesh with heavy rain from July 18 - The News Mill
Himachal Pradesh on high alert amid IMD heavy rain forecast - The News Mill
Himachal Weather Update: IMD Issues Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Alert from July 19 to 22 - The News Himachal

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Met predicts wet spell in Himachal Pradesh till June 23 - The Tribune
Planning a Himalayas trip? Check IMD's weather forecast for Himachal, Uttarakhand before you pack | India News - Hindustan Times
Heading to Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand or Jammu & Kashmir? Check IMD's weather forecast first - CNBC TV18
Heavy rain likely in Himachal from Saturday - The Tribune
Utility restoration progresses in Himachal Pradesh amid rain warning - The News Mill

Bilaspur pioneers rural plastic waste collection in HP - The Times of India

Himachal Pradesh Boosts Healthcare Infrastructure and Services

Himachal Pradesh launches robotic surgeries in government hospitals - The News Mill
Himachal to more than double PG medical seats | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
PG Medical Seats in Himachal Proposed to Rise from 277 to 597, 218 New Specialist Posts Created - The News Himachal

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PG medical seats in Himachal govt colleges set to rise from 277 to 597: CM Sukhu - The Tribune
Himachal Pradesh Government - himachalpr.gov.in
Himachal emerges as a hub of advanced medical care: Naresh Chauhan - :: India News Calling ::
8 govt hospitals in Himachal to get 1.5 Tesla MRI machines: HP CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu - The Times of India
BJP appoints district in-charges, co-in-charges in Himachal - The Times of India

Himachal CM engages with ITI students on Kazakhstan exposure visit - The News Mill

Himachal Government Clears Dues for Apple Growers

₹45 crore released to clear MIS apple procurement dues: Himachal CM | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal Pradesh releases Rs 45 crore for apple growers' dues - The News Mill
Rs 45 cr released to clear Market Intervention Scheme apple procurement dues: Himachal CM - ANI News
Himachal govt releases Rs 45 crore to clear MIS apple growers dues - The Tribune

Centre should extend special support for Himachal’s rail projects: Deputy CM | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Himachal Pradesh Advances Green Hydrogen Initiatives

Himachal moving ahead with its green hydrogen push: Naresh Chauhan | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Himachal Pradesh advances green hydrogen initiatives and welcomes hydrogen train launch - The News Mill
Himachal ahead in green hydrogen push, welcomes PM's hydrogen train initiative: CM Sukhu's advisor - ANI News

Speeding car hits woman sitting on roadside parapet at Shimla-Nahan NH; dies, 2 cops detained - The Tribune

Department cleared my social media accounts: Suspended incharge of Himachal police orchestra - The Indian Express

India-US trade deal threatens livelihoods of Himachal apple growers - The News Mill

Mayor, Deputy Mayor assume charge in Solan without notification - The Tribune

Rampur bus accident: Narrow road, land subsidence blamed for mishap - The Tribune

Lokayukta presents annual report of HP Human Rights Commission to Governor - :: India News Calling ::

Laser Power & Infra receives LoI from Himachal Pradesh Electricity Board - Business Standard

Himachal bus catches fire in Kangra, no one hurt - ThePrint
HRTC bus gutted in fire on Palampur–Chowki Khalet route - The Tribune

Himachal disaster management body advises residents to stay away from Parbati river - The Tribune

CM H.P LISTENING TO PUBLIC GRIEVANCES - :: India News Calling ::

Himachal Focuses on Development and Education Reforms

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu reiterates commitment to balanced, inclusive development; highlights re - The Economic Times
Himachal Pradesh government prioritises balanced development with health and education reforms - The News Mill
Himachal CM Sukhu reiterates commitment to balanced, inclusive development; highlights reforms in health, education - ANI News

Four Minors, School Dropouts, Found Living In Live-In Relationships In Himachal's Mandi; Rescued - News18

Ending 50-year wait, Himachal Government gives land rights to Pong Dam evacuees - The Tribune
Himachal: Spiti valley’s long wait ends as Kaza gets sub fire station - The Tribune

HP govt announces free training, coaching for candidates aspiring to join as police constables - ThePrint
Free coaching for Himachal constable aspirants - The Tribune

HRTC to roll out e-buses, four new e-depots soon: Himachal Dy CM Agnihotri - The Tribune
HRTC to roll out e-buses, four new e-depots soon: Himachal Dy CM Mukesh Agnihotri - The Tribune

‘Delayed possession’: Builder ordered to refund Rs 80.38 lakh to Himachal homebuyers - The Indian Express

Himachal: BJP attacks Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu government over incomplete polytechnic project - The Tribune

MSHIPA Resilient Himachal Report Calls for New Development Paradigm, But Valley-Specific Planning and Folk Wisdom Hold the Key - HimbuMail

Himachal man ties knot with Vietnamese woman | Tap to know more | Inshorts - Inshorts
Himachal: Jawali youth finds love in spoken English class, ties knot with Vietnamese woman - The Tribune

Now, schools can submit sports infra data by July 20 - The Tribune

Himachal police seize assets worth ₹2 cr belonging to 2 drug traffickers’ | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

Fall Armyworm: Himachal agri varsity advises maize growers to adopt integrated mgmt practices | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times

HP High Court orders production of original Himalayan Brahmo Samaj Trust deed by July 28 - The News Mill
HP High Court directs production of original Himalayan Brahmo Samaj Trust deed on July 28 - ANI News

Phones, drugs thrown into Mandi jail - The Tribune

Rs 20-crore projects sanctioned for Palampur in over 3 years: Education Minister Rohit Thakur - The Tribune

Himachal: Three drivers injured in Parwanoo road mishap - The Tribune

Tomato growers struggle as prices fail to cover costs - The Tribune
Solan: Tomato growers struggle as prices fail to cover costs - The Tribune

Himachal HC seeks report on alleged illegal construction in Solan - The Tribune
Himachal High Court seeks report on alleged illegal construction in Solan - The Tribune
SFI seeks probe into alleged irregularities in Himachal Pradesh University appointments - The Tribune

Registration must for child adoption by inter-country relatives, stepparents: Shimla DC - The Tribune

Himachal: Man arrested for beating father to death in Hamirpur village - The Tribune

Himachal PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh lays foundation stone of 2 roads in Shimla (Rural) segment - The Tribune

Himachal: Nauni varsity holds training on climate-smart farm tech - The Tribune

Hill View: Kiratpur-Manali highway — perpetual maintenance liability - The Tribune

Himachal: NTPC renovates fitness centre in Bilaspur for Rs 33 lakh - The Tribune

First phase of Census concludes in Himachal - The Times of India