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Monsoon havoc in Himachal: 343 dead, including 183 in rain-related inciden
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The SDMA's cumulative report up to September 3 paints a grim picture of widespread human and economic loss across all 12 districts. "The monsoon this year has caused unprecedented disruption to life and property, with thousands affected directly and indirectly," an SDMA spokesperson said.
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Himachal Monsoon Havoc: 1,286 roads, including six national highways, 2,80
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Heavy rains have left Himachal Pradesh struggling with massive infrastructure breakdowns, with 1,286 roads, including six national highways, blocked, 2,809 distribution transformers disrupted, and 1,081 water supply schemes hit, the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) said on Thursday
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Kullu landslides: Six people trapped under landslide debris, four injured
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The rescue team of the district administration, including NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) Home Guard, Fire Department, and Police Department teams rushed to the site and initiated the rescue operation.
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Himachal Monsoon toll rises to 343; 183 rain-related deaths, 160 in road a
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) on Wednesday said that 343 people have died in rain-related incidents since the onset of the monsoon on June 20, continuing through September 3, 2025.
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Himachal Governor releases 16th edition of "Hindi Ka Gadya Sahitya"
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Wednesday released the 16th edition of the distinguished literary work "Hindi Ka Gadya Sahitya" at Raj Bhavan, Shimla. The book was authored by eminent scholar, critic, and former Head of the Hindi Department at Gorakhpur University, late Ac
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Heavy rains force closure of all schools, colleges in Himachal till Sep 7,
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Himachal Pradesh Government has ordered the closure of all government and private colleges and schools, including District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs), till September 7, 2025, in view of the persistent heavy rainfall and widespread damage across the state.
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Heavy rain to continue in Himachal; IMD issues fresh alerts, warns of flas
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The IMD has issued fresh warnings of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, placing several districts under Orange and Yellow Alerts. Authorities advised residents to avoid rivers, landslide-prone areas, and low-lying zones as monsoon activity remains strong.
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Heavy rain triggers landslide, tree uprooting near CM's residence in Shiml
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Persistent heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh's capital, Shimla, on Wednesday triggered a landslide and uprooted trees near the official residence of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, prompting authorities to vacate a nearby house and shift residents to safer locations.
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Kalka-Shimla toy train services remain suspended for third day; tourism, t
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The iconic Kalka-Shimla toy train services remained suspended for the third consecutive day on Wednesday due to multiple landslides and track blockages caused by incessant rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, severely impacting the tourism and taxi business in the hill capital.
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Himachal monsoon death toll climbs to 341; 'unprecedented' damage to life
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh's monsoon death toll has reached 341, including 182 rain-related fatalities and 159 in road accidents, the State Disaster Management Authority said. Losses have exceeded Rs 3.52 lakh crore, with major damage to roads, water schemes, power, houses, and livestock.
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Himachal Education Minister extends invitation to the Governor for the Tea
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Wednesday paid a courtesy call on Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhavan, Shimla. During the meeting, the Education Minister formally invited the Governor to grace the Teachers' Day function as Chief Guest, to be held on September 5, 202
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Eastern Ladakh to witness heavy rains for 48 to 72 hours: IMD Director Son
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As North India continues to experience heavy rainfall, the IMD Director for the Union Territory of Ladakh, Sonam Lotus, stated that Eastern Ladakh has been experiencing continuous rainfall for 48 to 72 hours.
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