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Snowfall, rain disrupt life in Himachal; 683 roads blocked, over 5,700 pow
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Widespread rainfall and heavy snowfall across Himachal Pradesh over the past 24 hours have severely disrupted public utilities, blocking hundreds of roads and affecting electricity and water supply in several districts, according to the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA), Himachal
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Himachal govt issues advisory as western disturbance triggers heavy snowfa
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The Himachal Pradesh government has issued a statewide advisory in view of an active western disturbance likely to cause heavy snowfall and rainfall across the state between January 26 and 28, officials said on Saturday.
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Cold wave persists following heavy rain, snow in Himachal after long dry s
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh witnessed widespread rain and snowfall over the past 24 hours, significantly lowering temperatures across the state and disrupting normal life, even as it raised hopes for farmers, orchardists and the tourism sector.
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Snowfall boosts tourism hopes but disrupts life in Himachal, over 600 road
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
While tourists are rejoicing over fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh, local residents, farmers, and orchardists are pinning long-term hopes on a good tourism season and a productive agricultural year. However, heavy snowfall has also caused widespread disruption, with transportation sever
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Snow-covered Shimla heritage toy train becomes major tourist attraction in
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Fresh snowfall and rain over the past 48 hours have brought cheer to locals in Himachal Pradesh and turned the iconic Kalka-Shimla heritage toy train route into a major attraction for tourists. Snow-laden railway tracks and the scenic toy train journey are drawing visitors in large number
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Himachal: Dharamshala and Manali receives heavy snowfall; tourists rejoice
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Dharamshala turned breathtakingly white after it received heavy snowfall on Friday. Tourists and residents showcased excitement over the picturesque scene, bundling up to enjoy the cold.
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Himachal: 535 roads closed, PWD deploys 264 machines for snow clearance
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
As many as 535 roads, including four National Highways, were closed across Himachal Pradesh due to heavy snowfall, while large-scale snow clearance operations were underway, the Public Works Department (PWD) said on Friday.
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Power Ministry concludes two-day 'Chintan Shivir'
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The Ministry of Power concluded a two-day 'Chintan Shivir' held on 22-23 January 2026 in Parwanoo, Himachal Pradesh. The event seeks to "foster competition, ensure grid resilience to integrate increased shares of variable Renewable Energy, and provide consumer-centric services."
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January snowfall a boon for farmers and tourism in Shimla: Himachal Prades
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
CM Sukhu invited tourists to visit the hill state and enjoy the snowfall, saying it would help boost the ongoing tourism season and strengthen the local economy.
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Himachal CM Sukhu directs swift restoration of essential services in snow-
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday issued comprehensive directions to State Government officials to restore normalcy in various parts of Himachal Pradesh affected by heavy snowfall.
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Snowfall, rain lash Himachal; over 560 roads blocked, nearly 4,800 power t
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
According to the Evening Public Utility Status Report issued by the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) at 6:00 pm, a total of 563 roads, including two national highways, were closed due to snow accumulation, landslides, and adverse weather conditions. The number of disrupted DTRs ros
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Himachal police dismiss traffic constable in heroin case; 12 cops sacked s
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Director General of Police (DGP) Himachal Pradesh Ashok Tiwari said, "We have so far dismissed the services of 12 police personnel who were found involved in heroin peddling cases. There is absolutely no place in Himachal Pradesh Police either for chitta peddlers or for t
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