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Himachal Weather Update: Rain, Lightning Likely in Several Areas Till Sept 17

Shimla: The rain spell in Himachal Pradesh is likely to continue over the next few days, with the Meteorological Department forecasting light to moderate rainfall at several places across the state till September 17. Scattered showers are expected in the plains, lower hills and mid-hill areas, while isolated locations in the higher reaches may also […] The post Himachal Weather Update: Rain, Lightning Likely in Several Areas Till Sept 17 appeared first on The News Himachal.

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SJVN’s 660 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project Unit-II Achieves Commercial Operation

Shimla: SJVN has achieved a major milestone in the thermal power sector with Unit-II (660 MW) of its 1,320 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project achieving Commercial Operation Date (COD) on September 12, 2026. SJVN Chairman and Managing Director Bhupender Gupta said the successful commissioning of Unit-II marked a significant achievement for the company and brought […] The post SJVN’s 660 MW Buxar Thermal Power Project Unit-II Achieves Commercial Operation appeared first on The News Himachal.

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Crackdown on Drugs Widens as Himachal Targets Illegal Wealth

Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh government has intensified its crackdown on the drug trade, shifting its focus beyond arrests to the identification and seizure of illegally acquired wealth linked to narcotics trafficking. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said the government was determined to dismantle the entire drug network and recover assets generated through the illegal trade. […] The post Crackdown on Drugs Widens as Himachal Targets Illegal Wealth appeared first on The News Himachal.

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Adding Value to Tomatoes, Creating Opportunities for Women

Solan: Turning locally available tomatoes into value-added products and viable business opportunities, Shoolini University organised a two-day hands-on workshop on “Tomato Processing, Value Addition and Commercial Ketchup Production”, equipping women from Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Community Level Federations (CLFs) and aspiring entrepreneurs with practical skills in food processing and entrepreneurship. The workshop was organised by the […] The post Adding Value to Tomatoes, Creating Opportunitie

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Experts Deliberate on Advanced Materials and Simulation Technologies at Bahra University

Waknaghat (Solan): Bahra University hosted a two-day national conference on “Advanced Materials and Simulation Techniques,” bringing together academicians, researchers, faculty members and students from leading institutions across the country to deliberate on emerging developments in science and technology. The conference provided a platform for academic exchange, research presentations and discussions on advanced materials, simulation techniques […] The post Experts Deliberate on Advanced Mater

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BJP Secures Shimla Zila Parishad, Sisodia Elected Chairman

Shimla: After months of wait and delay, political manoeuvring, and suspense, the election for the Shimla Zila Parishad Chairman and Vice-Chairman was finally conducted, and as expected, the BJP clinched the important posts. Bhupendra Sisodia was elected Chairman, while independent member Bharat Singh Klanta won the Vice-Chairman’s post with BJP backing. In the election for […] The post BJP Secures Shimla Zila Parishad, Sisodia Elected Chairman appeared first on The News Himachal.

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LM Thapar School of Management Launches NEP 2020-Aligned 5-Year Integrated Programme in Management

Chandigarh: LM Thapar School of Management (LMTSM), a constituent of Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, has launched its five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), welcoming its inaugural 2026–2031 cohort through an intensive orientation programme at its Derabassi campus. Designed for ambitious high-school graduates, the integrated programme combines foundational learning in social sciences, humanities, quantitative […] The post LM Thapar School of Management Launches NEP 2

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Himachal Seeks Additional Financial Assistance, Urges Centre to Raise Himachal’s Borrowing Limit to 4%

New Delhi: With the withdrawal of the Revenue Deficit Grant expected to leave Himachal Pradesh with an annual financial gap of around Rs. 8,000 crore, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu sought a financial package from the Centre, including an increase in the borrowing limit from 3 to 4 percent of GSDP and enhanced assistance under […] The post Himachal Seeks Additional Financial Assistance, Urges Centre to Raise Himachal’s Borrowing Limit to 4% appeared first on The News Himachal.

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ICFAI University Himachal Pradesh Holds 4th Convocation, Degrees Awarded to 355 Students

Baddi/Solan: ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh, hosted its 4th Convocation on campus, where it conferred degrees on 355 students who graduated in 2026. Silver and gold medals were awarded to 32 meritorious students in recognition of their outstanding academic performance during the academic year 2025-26. The graduating students received degrees across a wide range of programmes, […] The post ICFAI University Himachal Pradesh Holds 4th Convocation, Degrees Awarded to 355 Students appeared first

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Rural Women Trained in Business Models, Pricing, Marketing and Venture Readiness

Shimla: The Department of Industries provided training in entrepreneurship, business management and venture development to 30 rural women engaged in stitching and embroidery as part of a three-day Entrepreneurship Development Programme. The programme was conducted at the Global Hill Development Institute, Ghanahatti, Shimla, with the objective of helping women transform their traditional skills into sustainable […] The post Rural Women Trained in Business Models, Pricing, Marketing and Venture R

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Himachal Pushes for Time-Bound Approval of Flood Mitigation Dredging Projects

New Delhi: Himachal Pradesh has urged the Centre to facilitate time-bound approval of scientific dredging projects in flood-affected river areas to reduce the risk of flooding and protect human settlements and critical infrastructure. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu raised the issue during a meeting with Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav […] The post Himachal Pushes for Time-Bound Approval of Flood Mitigation Dredging Projects appeared first on The N

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With 99.55% Literacy, Himachal Pradesh Secures National-Level Honour

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has received a national-level honour for its remarkable achievement in attaining fully literate state status under the New India Literacy Programme (ULLAS). Education Minister Rohit Thakur received the honour on behalf of the state at a function held in New Delhi on the occasion of International Literacy Day. Rohit Thakur said Himachal […] The post With 99.55% Literacy, Himachal Pradesh Secures National-Level Honour appeared first on The News Himachal.

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1.7 Million Pages of Himachal’s Historical Records Digitised, Digital Archives Portal Coming Soon

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh has taken a major step towards preserving its rich historical and cultural heritage, with the first phase of digitisation of around 1.7 million pages of rare and valuable historical records completed. Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri said the state government is making concerted efforts to digitally preserve its documentary heritage and ensure […] The post 1.7 Million Pages of Himachal’s Historical Records Digitised, Digital Archives Portal Coming Soon appeared fir

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Pesticides, Tobacco and Changing Diet Raise Cancer Concerns in Himachal

Shimla: The rising incidence of cancer in Himachal Pradesh has emerged as a major public health concern, with doctors and researchers pointing to a combination of tobacco consumption, changing dietary habits, possible exposure to agricultural chemicals and changing lifestyles as important factors behind the growing disease burden. Around 16,000 new cancer patients are reported annually […] The post Pesticides, Tobacco and Changing Diet Raise Cancer Concerns in Himachal appeared first on The News

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Shimla Police Arrest Two with Chitta and MDMA in Sanjauli

Shimla: In a major crackdown on the illegal drug trade, Shimla Police arrested two persons in Sanjauli after allegedly recovering around 24 grams of ‘Chitta’ (heroin) and approximately seven grams of MDMA from their possession. An FIR, No. 65/2026, has been registered at Sanjauli Police Station under Sections 21 and 29 of the Narcotic Drugs […] The post Shimla Police Arrest Two with Chitta and MDMA in Sanjauli appeared first on The News Himachal.