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Govt pushes for HPTDC HQ shift to Dharamshala, seeks adjustment of outsourced staff

15 Jul 2025 | 1:05 PM

Shimla, July 15 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Government has taken a step forward in relocating the headquarters of the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) from Shimla to Dharamshala, directing the Tourism Department to ensure adjustment of outsourced employees before the final shift.

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Yogi sets 10% contribution to national economy target by 2026

Yogi sets 10% contribution to national economy target by 2026

15 Jul 2025 | 12:25 PM

Lucknow, July 15 (UNI) Describing the state's economic journey as a transition from "possibilities to results," Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said this transformation reflected the vision of Viksit Bharat under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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J&K: Five killed, 11 injured as tempo plunged into gorge in Doda

J&K: Five killed, 11 injured as tempo plunged into gorge in Doda

15 Jul 2025 | 12:06 PM

Jammu, July 15 (UNI) Five people were killed and at least 11 injured when a tempo they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge today in Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Amarnath Yatra: Fresh batch of over 6000 pilgrims leaves from Jammu base camp

Amarnath Yatra: Fresh batch of over 6000 pilgrims leaves from Jammu base camp

15 Jul 2025 | 12:05 PM

Jammu, July 15 (UNI) Amid rains, a fresh batch of more than 6000 pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Yatra amid the chants of 'Bam Bam Bhole' this morning left for the holy cave shrine in South Kashmir Himalayas here from Bhagwati Nagar based Yatri Niwas.

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First woman Director General of RPF

15 Jul 2025 | 10:55 AM

Bhopal, July 15 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh cadre 1993 batch IPS Officer Sonali Mishra has been named the first-ever woman Director General (DG) of the Railway Protection Force (RPF).

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Entire gram panchayat chawdi quits over opening of wine shop

15 Jul 2025 | 10:31 AM

Shimla, July 15 (UNI) In a rare and strong show of protest, the entire body of gram panchayat Chawdi in development block Seoni, district Shimla, has tendered its resignation following the opening of a wine shop at Khera village despite local opposition and the subsequent lodging of FIRs against protesting women.

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Himachal HC slams Cong govt for harassing poor litigants

15 Jul 2025 | 9:09 AM

Shimla, July 15 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has cautioned the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu government in the state against pursuing repetitive appeals in similar matters, leading to undue harassment of economically weaker citizens and wasting judicial resources.

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Discussion with CM on formation of Paramilitary Welfare Board in Himachal Pradesh: Pathania

15 Jul 2025 | 1:55 AM

Dharamshala, July 14 (UNI) Deputy Chief Whip and Shahpur MLA Kewal Singh Pathania met Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today to discuss the demand for setting up a Paramilitary Welfare Board in Himachal Pradesh.

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Jammu Police nab interstate drug peddlers with 11 kg opium

15 Jul 2025 | 1:43 AM

Jammu, July 14 (UNI) In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Jammu Police has achieved a major breakthrough by apprehending two drug peddlers during routine naka checking leading to the recovery of a large quantity of Ganja (opium) in Miran Sahib area here in the city outskirts.

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Fall Armyworm Infestation Threatens Maize Crop in Chamba, KVK Issues Advisory

15 Jul 2025 | 1:22 AM

Chamba, July 14 (UNI) Amid growing concerns over crop damage, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh has issued an advisory for farmers following the widespread infestation of Fall Armyworm in maize and corn crops.

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Khaira slams AAP govt over alleged fake police encounters in Punjab

15 Jul 2025 | 1:01 AM

Chandigarh, July 14 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and Bholath MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira has strongly condemned the alleged fake police encounters taking place under the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, calling the state a "police raj" where the rule of law is being brazenly violated.

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Rajasthan Anti Conversion Bill needs amendments: VHP chief

15 Jul 2025 | 12:46 AM

Jaipur, July 14 (UNI) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) today said the Anti Conversion Bill introduced in the Rajasthan state assembly during the budget session in February this year is not effective enough and has suggested due amendments in the bill.

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Dharamshala: 25 year old tourist from Gujrat dies in paragliding accident

15 Jul 2025 | 12:32 AM

Dharamshala, July 14 (UNI) A 25 year old tourist from Gujarat died when a paraglider carrying him crashed while taking off, a a senior police officer said today.

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Dehra Police cracks down on tobacco offences near schools & colleges; 210 challans issued

15 Jul 2025 | 12:27 AM

Dehra, July 14 (UNI) In a significant step towards safeguarding public health and protecting youth from the harmful effects of tobacco, Dehra Police today carried out a district-wide special enforcement drive under the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA), 2003.

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Forest land eviction drive in Kotkhai: Total 2,160 apple and pear trees removed in three days

15 Jul 2025 | 12:16 AM

Shimla, July 14 (UNI) The large-scale operation to reclaim forest land in Himachal Pradesh’s Kotkhai region entered its third consecutive day, with the Special Operation Procedure (SOP) team cutting down 831 apple and pear trees in Village Chaithla of Gram Panchayat Pandali.

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