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04 September 2026, Friday
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Big Picture

Himachal Assembly passed key bills, including the Universities Amendment and Stamp Duty Bills, amidst BJP's criticism on government data and university control.
150 schools lack teachers and 3,500 have only one, highlighting a major staffing shortage in the education sector.
Heavy monsoon rains caused extensive road closures, landslides, service disruptions, and prompted GLOF risk alerts across the state.
The government announced 300 units of free power for poor families and plans for new mining revenue, while a CAG report noted a fiscal deficit.
Electricity board staff protested demanding the Old Pension Scheme, reflecting broader employee concerns and ongoing issues with public services.

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Headlines

BJP accuses Himachal govt of withholding recruitment data from Assembly - ANI News
BJP alleges Himachal government is withholding recruitment data - The News Mill

Interstate ‘chitta’ supplier arrested from Ambala - The Tribune

Set up five years ago, Palampur Municipal Corporation still without master plan - The Tribune

45 electric buses put Kangra district on green mobility track - The Tribune

Complete pending projects by October 15, MP Anurag Thakur tells officials - The Tribune

300 units free power for 2L poor families from October 2: Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu - The Tribune

24 scrub typhus cases in Shimla during monsoon - The Tribune

State Scheduled Caste commission member visits Nurpur family victim of caste abuse - The Tribune

Himachal power board staff rally for Old Pension Scheme - The Tribune
Himachal electricity board staff gherao assembly, demand Old Pension Scheme - Hindustan Times

Free diagnostic services hit in Sirmaur as company employees continue strike for fifth day - The Tribune

Himachal: Khud swells, 24-MW hydel project, footbridge damaged - The Tribune

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu promises policy for schools with single teacher - The Tribune

Governor announces Rs 5 lakh for Shaheedi Smarak in Hamirpur - The Times of India

Himachal Schools Face Teacher Shortage

150 govt schools in Himachal have no teacher, confirms minister - The Times of India
150 schools in Himachal have no teacher, 3,500 have only one | '2,500 schools have fewer than 15 students' - Inshorts
In Himachal, 150 Schools Operating Without Teachers, 3,500 Have Just One - NDTV

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314 schools, one teacher each: Himachal Pradesh faces primary school staff shortage - India Today
150 Govt. Schools in Himachal Pradesh have no teachers, 3,500 run with just one - Moneycontrol.com
Himachal boasts 1 teacher for every 10 students, yet 150 schools have no teachers - Moneycontrol.com

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister lays foundation for school project in Hamirpur - BigInfo.in

HP CM Defends University Bill for Transparent, Merit-Based Recruitment - Asianet Newsable

What Does It Cost To Live In Goa? Man Who Left Himachal Breaks It Down - NDTV

Himachal: Reviving lottery will ruin new generation, says BJP - Hindustan Times

Himachal govt ensuring welfare schemes’ benefits reach every eligible person, says Sukhu - Hindustan Times

Himachal Adopts PPP/EAP for Ropeway Projects

Monsoon session: Himachal to turn to PPP mode for ropeway projects amid high costs - Hindustan Times
Himachal Pradesh to develop ropeways under PPP and EAP, says CM Sukhu - The News Mill
Himachal to develop ropeways under PPP, EAP modes amid high project costs: CM Sukhu - ANI News, indiagazette.com

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Government Turns to PPP Model as Shimla Ropeway Cost Touches ₹2,700 Crore - The News Himachal
Himachal Pradesh to develop ropeways under PPP, EAP modes amid high project costs: CM Sukhu - The Economic Times

Over 1,900 students observe Himachal Pradesh Assembly session - The News Mill
Himachal Assembly hosts over 1,900 students during 10-day session - EdexLive
Over 1,900 students witness Himachal Assembly proceedings during 10-day session - ANI News

School Holiday Tomorrow (September 4): Are Schools Open or Closed Tomorrow on Janmashtami? Check State-Wise Holiday Status in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi-NCR & More | Full List - The Sunday Guardian

Himachal Assembly Passes University Bill Amid Opposition

Monsoon Session of Himachal Pradesh Assembly: Amid opposition, House passes Universities (Amendment) Bill - The Indian Express
Himachal Assembly passes university amendment bill amid BJP opposition - Careers360
Himachal Assembly passes university recruitment amendment amid opposition - The News Mill

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Himachal Assembly passes University Bill amid BJP protest, CM defends - Asianet Newsable
Himachal Assembly passes University Amendment Bill despite BJP, teachers' opposition - DNA India

Himachal Police Recruitment: Over 98,000 applications received so far - EdexLive

Himachal Pradesh government clears pension arrears despite constraints - The News Mill
Himachal govt clearing pension arrears despite financial constraints: CM Sukhu - Devdiscourse

Lahaul & Spiti MLA tests positive for swine flu, ask people to stay vigilant - The Tribune

Man moves to Goa from Manali, shares monthly expenses of beach life: Rent Rs 15,000, scooter Rs 2,250 - Moneycontrol.com

Himachal Pradesh: Monsoon Disruptions and Road Closures

Himachal weather: 110 roads closed in state; yellow alert issued for 10 districts today - The Tribune
Heavy rain brings debris onto Himachal highway; wet spell likely till Sept 9 - The Federal
95 roads remain blocked across Himachal; monsoon rains disrupt power, water supply - The Tribune
Himachal monsoon fury: 117 roads blocked as rain losses hit ₹1,200 crore - Hindustan Times

Himachal D.El.Ed. counselling: 1,308 seats allotted in first phase, 1,142 remain vacant - The Times of India
Himachal D.El.Ed. counselling: 1,142 seats remain vacant after the first round of the admission process - India Today

407 families flee homes in Kashi, 175 roads shut in Himachal - Bhaskar English, Bhaskar English

21 school teachers, 5 college faculty to get Himachal State Teachers’ Award - The Tribune
26 teachers, college faculty to get State Teachers’ Award tomorrow - The Tribune

HP Monsoon session concludes in cordial atmosphere, says minister - Asianet Newsable

Speed limit on Kiratpur-Bilaspur-Mandi Highway to rise from 60 to 80 kmph - The Tribune
Speed limit on Kiratpur-Mandi route to be raised to 80 kmph: Himachal deputy CM after Gadkari meeting - The Times of India

HP Fiscal Deficit Exceeds Limits: CAG Report Reveals Debt Crisis - Rediff MoneyWiz

Himachal Assembly Passes Stamp Duty Amendment Bill Amid Opposition Protest - The News Himachal
Himachal Vidhan Sabha passes Bill hiking stamp duty - The Tribune
Himachal Assembly Clears Legislation To Revise Stamp Duty Rates On Property Transactions - NDTV Profit

RailTel: Himachal Pradesh Cancels ₹20.35 Crore MIS-Dashboard Project LOA - Sahi

Over 200 students share 5 classrooms in Himachal Pradesh, study under tin-sheds - India Today

Himachal Dy CM meets Union minister Nitin Gadkari; raises key road transport issues concerning state - The Tribune, Himtimes
Himachal Dy CM meets Gadkari, attends summit on water security - MillenniumPost