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21 August 2026, Friday
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Big Picture

Heavy monsoon rains continue to cause widespread disruption in Himachal Pradesh, leading to the closure of over 150 roads.
A fatal collision between two trucks inside the Hanogi tunnel in Mandi resulted in four deaths and several injuries.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has put forest clearances for roads in ecologically sensitive zones on hold, citing environmental concerns.
The state government has partnered with the Indian School of Business (ISB) to develop a plan to unlock the ₹22,600 crore potential of its forest economy.
The monsoon session of the Vidhan Sabha has commenced, with anticipation of heated debates between the ruling party and the opposition.
A one-year ban has been imposed on the manufacture and sale of 'paneer' made with vegetable fat across the state.
Dozens of students in Kullu were hospitalized after consuming a mid-day meal, prompting an inquiry.
Unemployed youth and student groups held separate protests against the state government and university fee hikes.
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu paid tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi, stating his vision guides the state's governance.
Political tensions rose within the Congress party, leading to a show-cause notice being issued to a senior leader for his remarks.

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Headlines

Mandis Sardar Patel University consults colleges on NEP-2020 implementation - The Tribune

Police tried to disrupt Nadaun health camp at behest of government, alleges Bharmour MLA - The Tribune

HIMCARE probe puts Himachal MLA Janak Raj in spotlight - The Tribune
Rathore row: Himachal Congress sends show-cause notice to Khachi, seeks explanation for remarks - The Tribune

Himachal CM Pays Tribute to Rajiv Gandhi's Legacy

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu recalls Rajiv Gandhi’s contribution to modern India - The Tribune
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu pays tribute to Rajiv Gandhi, highlights reforms guiding governance - The News Mill
Himachal Joins Nation in Paying Homage to Former PM Rajiv Gandhi - HimbuMail
Himachal CM Sukhu releases Nadaun teacher’s poetry collection - The Tribune

ABVP activists clash with police, four detained in Mandi - The Tribune

Unemployed Himachal youth hit streets against state govt - The Tribune

Four trains running on Pathankot-Jogindernagar track cancelled following disruptions due to heavy rainfall - The Tribune

Four government hospitals in Palampur, Sullah sans radiologists, patients left in lurch - The Tribune

Hill view: How growers can improve apple colour without compromising fruit quality - The Tribune

Himachal: Social audit exposes gaps in Shimla schools - The Tribune

Ensure time-bound disposal of Forest Conservation Act cases in Chamba, says DC - The Tribune

‘Paneer’ made with vegetable fat banned across Himachal - The Tribune
Himachal bans manufacture, sale of fake paneer made with vegetable oil for one year - The Tribune

Water leakage from hills near NHPC powerhouse poses threat to villagers in Sainj valley - The Tribune

PWD begins emergency repairs on Manali-Naggar left bank road - The Tribune

Doon Valley student Shagun’s book released at Shimla literature fest - The Tribune

Land earmarked for rehab of cloudburst-hit Boh families in Kangra: Pathania - The Tribune

Scouts & Guides to expand reach across Himachal, target 2L enrolment - The Tribune
Education Minister emphasizes wider outreach of Scouting and Guiding across state - :: India News Calling ::

Two days on, rain-hit Lahaul road reopened - The Tribune

Heavy Rains Disrupt Life in Northern India

School holiday August 21, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Friday? From Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Uttara - The Economic Times

Himachal Pradesh and ISB Partner to Develop Forest Economy

HP forest dept, ISB join hands to unlock Rs 22,600cr forest economy - The Times of India
Himachal forest department, ISB sign MoU to tap Rs 22,600 crore forest economy potential - The New Indian Express
Himachal Pradesh, ISB join hands to tap Rs 22,600 crore forest economy potential - The Tribune

Himachal: 5 classes take turns in one room as govt school building declared unsafe - ThePrint

Four Killed in Himachal Tunnel Truck Collision

4 Killed, 6 Injured As Trucks Collide Inside Himachal's Hanogi Tunnel - NDTV
Trucks collide head-on in Himachal tunnel, 4 die - The Times of India
4 killed, 6 injured as trucks collide inside Hanogi Tunnel in Himachal’s Mandi - ThePrint

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Two trucks collide in Himachal tunnel, four killed - ThePrint
Four dead, seven injured in truck collision in Himachal's Dawada Tunnel - The New Indian Express
4 killed, 7 injured in accident inside Hanogi tunnel in Himachal - The Times of India
Four killed, 7 injured in two-truck collision in Hanogi Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh's Mandi - India TV News
Major truck collision in Himachal: 4 killed, 7 injured on Kiratpur-Manali highway in Mandi - The Tribune

Heavy Rains in Himachal Block Over 150 Roads

156 Himachal roads shut as rains lash state; 88 dead in monsoon | India News - Hindustan Times
More than 150 roads closed in Himachal amid rains - ThePrint
146 roads closed in Himachal; rain to continue; yellow alert issued for 6 districts - The Tribune

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Torrential rains disrupt normal life in 4 Himachal districts; over 160 roads blocked | Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times
Students sent home as floodwater causes collapse of school wall; 167 roads closed in Himachal - Daily Excelsior

Heated Monsoon Session Expected in Himachal Assembly

Monsoon session likely to be stormy affair as Opposition fumes over witch hunt - The Tribune
Himachal: Monsoon session to begin tomorrow - The Tribune
HP Vidhan Sabha Session: The Ruling Congress and Opposition BJP Head For Showdown - HimbuMail

44 urge Himachal CM to crack down on glyphosate use in forests - The Times of India

Governor completes self-enumeration for census 2027 - :: India News Calling ::

Remove your friends from govt posts, not IAS-IPS officers: Himachal BJP leader to CM - ThePrint

Robotic survey symbolizes government vision of transforming health care services: CM - :: India News Calling ::

HARSHWARDHAN PRESIDED BOARD MEETING - :: India News Calling ::

Are Punjab, Haryana, Himachal governments ready for returning Agniveers - The Indian Express

Vidhan Sabha Speaker calls on Governor - :: India News Calling ::

750 police personnel deployed in Shimla to ensure safety and security during the Legislative Assemblys Monsoon session - The Tribune

Tibetans in exile take out protest march in Dharamsala against China on 49th day of self-immolation by Lobsang Palden - The Tribune

Himachal: Leopard terror in Hamirpur villages continues, buffalo killed - ThePrint

Himachal High Court Halts Road Construction in Eco-Sensitive Zones

Jagan Mohan Reddy alleges irregularities in Andhra Pradesh DSC recruitment process - The News Mill

Manimahesh Yatra: Why pilgrims now need permission for Kugti Parikrama route - The Tribune

Himachal records zero pendency in Samagra Shiksha infra projects - The Tribune

38 students fall ill after eating mid-day meal kheer at Himachal school: ADM - The Economic Times
40 students fall sick post lunch at govt primary school in Himachals Kullu - Daily Excelsior
35 children hospitalised after eating kheer in Manali school - The Tribune

Plant Trees, Not Reels on Social Media: Kotgarh People Show Himachal the Way - HimbuMail

Numbness, tingling in feet could be peripheral neuropathy - The Tribune

Three-day Census training concludes in Chamba - The Tribune

Can’t fight BJP, RSS until we destroy enemy within: Himachal Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi - The Tribune

Rotaract Club hosts orientation for Himachal law varsity freshers - The Tribune

171-hour ride for Tibetan cause ends in Dharamsala - The Tribune

Solans Bahra University honours students from across the globe - The Tribune

Sanskrit students can be global brand ambassadors of Indian culture: Himachal Minister - The Tribune

ABVP, SFI activists protest against fee hike at HPU - The Tribune

Himachal: All 3 bodies recovered from Sirmaur mine rubble - The Tribune

Himachal: Sanjauli-Dhalli route to open for light traffic in mornings - The Tribune

Bilaspur rolls out comprehensive eye screening drive for children - The Tribune

Cultural heritage conservation workshop held at Nurpurs Jawali college - The Tribune

Shillai man found dead in Paonta Sahib - The Tribune

600 students of Nauni varsity pledge to stay away from drugs - The Tribune

Monsoon moisture spurs skin diseases: Expert - The Tribune

Himachal Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri asks Una admn to speed up public works - The Tribune