Health Department, Safia Foundation stress its role in mobility, stroke recovery and daily life Kullu, September 8 The Health Department and Safia Foundation jointly organised Physiotherapy Day in Dhalpur, along with an awareness rally to highlight the role of physiotherapy in improving mobility and physical functioning. Children receiving physiotherapy services and Health Department officials participated […]
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Action targets alleged proceeds of illegal trade; assets include land, shop, vehicle and bank, post office deposits Shimla, September 8 The police have seized movable, immovable and financial assets worth more than Rs 1.64 crore in an NDPS case in Theog as part of a crackdown on properties allegedly acquired from the proceeds of drug […]
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Residents struggle to move out; farmers unable to transport vegetables, cash crops to markets Manali, September 8 Connectivity to Karpit village in Lahaul-Spiti’s Mayad Valley has been disrupted after its only bridge was washed away, leaving residents struggling to move in and out of the area and farmers facing difficulties in transporting vegetables and other […]
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Former Himachal CM urges newly elected representatives to focus on basic amenities, public service Manali, September 8 Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Monday said strong and accountable leadership at the panchayat level was essential for the overall progress of villages. Addressing a felicitation programme for newly elected […]
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BJP launches service campaign, Bindal targets Sukhu government over CAG report. Shimla , September 7 The Himachal Pradesh BJP will organise a month-long “25 Years of Seva and Samarpan” campaign from September 17 to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday, state BJP president Dr Rajeev Bindal said on Monday. Addressing a press conference in Shimla, […]
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Chauhan alleges frustration was visible in Kangana’s behaviour Shimla, September 7 Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s Principal Media Adviser, Naresh Chauhan on Monday criticised Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut over her alleged conduct towards officials during a DISHA meeting, saying the language used by her was inappropriate and she should have maintained decorum. Chauhan […]
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Manali chef Akanksha Thakur showcases traditional cuisine, cooking methods at Osaka food workshop Manali, September 7 Himachal Pradesh’s traditional cuisine, including the popular Kullu-Manali delicacy “siddu”, was showcased at an international food workshop in Osaka, Japan, where around 35 participants sampled local dishes and learnt about the region’s culinary traditions. Organised by Kullvi Whims, the […]
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CEC flags glacier melt, tree survival & carrying capacity amid development pressure Dharamshala, September 7 The Central Empowered Committee (CEC), constituted on the directions of the Supreme Court, has begun reviewing key environmental concerns in Himachal Pradesh, including rapid glacier melt, tree felling and rising vehicular pressure in tourist areas. The committee held a preliminary […]
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141 symptomatic patients tested since January; CMO urges precautions as most recover from mild illness Dharamshala, September 7 As many as 48 people have tested positive for swine flu in Kangra district since January, while 141 patients with symptoms of the infection have been tested, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Omesh Bharti has said. No […]
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Hoteliers cite low occupancy, poor connectivity; urge priority repairs and permanent solution Dharamshala, September 6 The poor condition of roads in the Dharamshala-McLeodganj area amid continuous heavy rainfall has raised concern among hotel and restaurant operators, who said inadequate connectivity is adversely affecting the tourism business. Rahul Dhiman, president of the Hotel and Restaurant Association […]
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