HIMACHAL PRADESH GOVERNMENT
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Himachal Pradesh CM, ministers to defer drawing pay for 2 months, Sukhu says state's financial situation 'grim'
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced salary deferments for himself, his ministers, and other officials due to the state's financial difficulties. Sukhu highlighted significant revenue shortfalls and lack of central aid for disaster relief and pension refunds. He urged other assembly members to follow suit.
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Heavy rains in Shimla, trees uprooted; IMD issues yellow alert
Shimla has experienced heavy rains causing significant disruptions, including uprooted trees and partial damage to a government office. The area saw 41 mm of rain, prompting the IMD to issue a yellow warning for the next 24 hours. Experts are concerned about rising landslides, recommending water management to mitigate soil saturation.
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Kangana Ranaut receives death threat ahead of 'Emergency' release. Watch video
Kangana Ranaut requested police protection following death threats over her role as Indira Gandhi in the upcoming film 'Emergency.' Concerned fans highlighted serious risks she faces. The actress previously drew controversy with comments on the farmers' protest, leading to political reactions. Both AAP and BJP distanced themselves from her remarks.
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Himachal's economy will stabilise in six months after which arrears, DA will be disbursed: CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed confidence that Himachal Pradesh's economy will stabilize in six months, enabling additional arrears and dearness allowances. Addressing financial challenges, he outlined expenditure priorities and new educational and rehabilitation initiatives. The state aims to manage subsidies on electricity and water, ensuring support for the needy.
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Himachal flood: Jagat Singh Negi slams Kangana Ranaut says it's not right time to play politics
Himachal Pradesh Minister Jagat Singh Negi urged BJP MP Kangana Ranaut to speak responsibly after she criticized the state government for lack of action following recent floods. He warned that such statements demoralize rescue workers. Ranaut visited the flood-affected areas, labeling the government's response as inadequate and calling for an investigation into relief funds.
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Himachal Pradesh: Search, rescue ops underway in Samej village after cloudburst in Shimla
After severe cloudbursts in Himachal Pradesh, relief and rescue operations were conducted in Samej village. The Lahual Spiti Police reported traffic disruptions on Highway 3. Minister Vikramaditya Singh mentioned missing persons and feared fatalities. Immediate relief was announced, and multi-agency efforts are in place for rescue and restoring connectivity.
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Himachal cloudburst: Rescue ops underway; hunt for 36 missing continues in Rampur's Samej
The Army has established temporary bridges to establish connectivity between areas cut off to facilitate rescue operations. Teams of NDRF, SDRF, Home Guard, and CISF have been coordinating to carry out the rescue and search operation.
ED raids Himachal Cong MLA, others in Ayushman case
The Enforcement Directorate raided 19 locations in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Delhi, including premises of Congress MLA RS Bali, private hospitals, and their promoters. The money laundering probe focused on the misuse of the Ayushman Bharat scheme through fake cards and bills. Around ₹40.68 lakhs were fraudulently claimed using 373 fake Ayushman cards.
Kangana Ranaut congratulates PM Modi on poll victory, focuses on challenges in HP
Actor-politician Kangana Ranaut praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and electoral victory, highlighting India's economic progress and expressing concerns about Himachal Pradesh's flood crisis in her first major Lok Sabha speech. Ranaut also emphasized the state's development achievements and advocated for an international airport in Mandi.
Union Budget 2024: Govt focus on development of border villages continues; Rs 1050 cr allocated for Vibrant Villages Programme
Union Budget 2024: The Union Budget has earmarked Rs 1,050 crore for the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP) for the fiscal year 2024-25. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of life in select border villages across 19 districts in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Ladakh. Approved in February 2023, the VVP has a total outlay of Rs 4,800 crore for 2022-23 to 2025-26, focusing on comprehensive development, including infrastructure, livelihood generation, and connectivity. Key interventions include improving road networks, expanding 4G mobile coverage, and promoting tourism and cultural heritage.
Budget 2024: Why Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan are so happy
Kangana Ranaut and Chirag Paswan express satisfaction with Budget 2024, highlighting benefits for their states. TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha offers mixed reviews. Budget allocates significant funds for Bihar's infrastructure and Himachal Pradesh's flood reconstruction. Concerns raised over lack of focus on Telangana, Punjab, and West Bengal.
Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu spent crores on bypolls but still lost in home district Hamirpur: HP BJP chief Rajeev Bindal
BJP President in Himachal Pradesh criticizes Chief Minister for excessive spending in by-elections, claiming Congress used unethical tactics to win. Ruling party secures victory in two out of three seats. Allegations of corruption and voter manipulation emerge.
No Independent MLA in assembly for first time in electoral history of Himachal
In Himachal Pradesh, the absence of Independent MLAs marks a shift towards a two-party system. Congress strengthens its position with recent victories, including the election of a husband-wife duo to the assembly. Historical data reveals the role of Independents in past elections and their impact on government formation.
Himachal by-election results: "Victory of people over money power," says CM Sukhu
"This is the victory of people over money power. The voters have delivered a strong rebuke to the politics of horse-trading and have voted to maintain political integrity in the state. It had been 25 years since a Congress candidate won in Dehra. In Nalagarh, too, the candidate secured a significant victory. The election outcome has sent a clear message to the entire country and in the future, no candidate of any party in Himachal Pradesh will dare engage him or her in horse-trading for the next 50 years," said the Chief Minister.
Finance Commission to address issues of freebies, compensation for green cover: Chairman Panagariya
The 16th Finance Commission will tackle issues related to the distribution of freebies and compensation for providing green cover, Chairman Arvind Panagariya announced on Monday. After discussions with the Himachal Pradesh government, Panagariya explained that the state's expectations and needs were addressed during a detailed presentation.
Himachal Pradesh CM raises upper age limit for police constable recruitment to 26
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu approved one-year age limit relaxation for 1226 Constable recruitment. State Cabinet meeting chaired by Sukhu granted the relaxation.
Himachal Pradesh: Six newly elected MLAs take oath
Former minister and BJP MLA from Dharamshala, Sudhir Sharma was the first to take oath followed by Congress MLA Anuradha Rana from Lahaul and Spiti. The others who took oath are Congress MLA from Sujanpur, Captain Ranjit Singh, BJP MLA from Barsar, Inder Dutt Lakhanpal, Congress MLA from Gagret, Rakesh Kalia and Congress MLA from Kutlehar, Vivek Sharma.
AAP accuses Haryana's BJP govt of negative politics, stopping Delhi's water supply
AAP accused the BJP government in Haryana of playing negative politics and cutting off water supply from Yamuna, causing a severe shortage in Delhi. AAP's chief national spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar stated that Haryana reduced Delhi's water share from Himachal Pradesh by 200 cusecs, defying an agreement. Delhi plans to raise these concerns in the Supreme Court, which is set to address the issue. Haryana stands accused of not releasing Delhi's water share, a claim denied by the BJP, who blamed AAP for mismanagement leading to water theft and wastage.
Dont' take us for granted: SC slams Delhi govt for not rectifying defects in water scarcity plea
The Supreme Court rebuked the Delhi government for failing to rectify defects in its plea regarding water crisis mitigation. Despite urgency, the court adjourned the matter to June 12, emphasizing the importance of proper procedure. The court directed Himachal Pradesh to release surplus water to Delhi, stressing the need to avoid political issues over water allocation
Dont' take us for granted: SC slams Delhi govt for not rectifying defects in water scarcity plea
The top court said it wants to read the files before the matter is heard as there are so many things being reported in the newspaper. "If we don't read the files at our residential office we will be impressed by whatever the newspapers are reporting. That is not good for any of the parties," the bench said.
Will keep working as BJP worker: Outgoing Union minister Anurag Thakur
Outgoing Union Minister Anurag Thakur, not included in the new BJP-led NDA government's ministerial list, vowed to continue working as a BJP member and support PM Modi's vision for India's development. Reelected to the Lok Sabha from Hamirpur, Thakur expressed confidence in Modi's leadership to drive India's progress.
BJP seeks special assembly session to discuss Delhi 'water crisis', blames AAP govt 'mismanagement'
The BJP demanded a special session of the Delhi Assembly to address the city's water crisis, blaming it on the AAP government's mismanagement. BJP Chief Whip Ajay Mahawar, in a letter to Speaker Ram Niwas Goel, highlighted the severe water shortage amid extreme heat. The BJP's Delhi unit chief, Virendra Sachdeva, also called for a session to discuss the issue.
Himachal says love all: Advantage for Modi in Lok Sabha, state CM Sukhu gets majority
In the recent elections in Himachal Pradesh, voters expressed a dual preference, intending to vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Lok Sabha elections and for Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in the assembly bypolls. While the BJP secured victory in all four Lok Sabha seats, the Congress won four out of six assembly bypolls. Key wins included Anurag Thakur defeating his Congress rival in Hamirpur and Kangana Ranaut emerging victorious against Vikramaditya Singh in Mandi.
Hold meet with all stakeholders on Delhi water crisis, SC tells Centre
The Supreme Court directed a stakeholder meeting to address Delhi's water crisis amid an extreme heatwave. Various issues, including water wastage and shortage, were discussed, with a meeting scheduled for June 5 and the next hearing on June 6.
SC to hear on June 3 Delhi govt plea seeking direction to Haryana to release surplus water
The Supreme Court will hear a plea on Monday from the Delhi government, requesting Haryana to release surplus water provided by Himachal Pradesh to alleviate Delhi's water crisis. A vacation bench of Justices P K Mishra and K V Viswanathan will hear the case. The plea emphasizes access to water as a fundamental human right under Article 21 of the Constitution.
PM Modi misleading people in name of religion for power: Priyanka Gandhi
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of misleading people with religious rhetoric to retain power. She contrasted his with Indira Gandhi's selflessness during crises. She denounced BJP as anti-people and anti-youth, highlighting their actions in Himachal Pradesh. She compared Congress's commitment to serving the people against BJP's alleged focus on industrialists.
Opposition workers not turning up to vote as their morale is low: Anurag Thakur
In an interview with ET during his campaign, Thakur said soaring heat seems to have contributed to low voter turnout. One doesn't see much enthusiasm in the Opposition cadres, he said, adding that the morale of Congress and Opposition workers is not high at all. That is why they "are not turning up to caste votes".
"They have stooped so low": BJP leader Jairam Thakur slams Congress
Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and current Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur criticised the state's ruling Congress party for allegedly harassing BJP members. He highlighted instances of targeted raids and employee issues. Thakur condemned the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu government for not resolving employee-related matters and accused them of halting previous BJP initiatives.
PM Modi accuses Congress of selectively distributing central funds sent for Himachal Pradesh monsoon disaster victims
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh of misusing central aid for flood victims. He said that he would investigate the matter upon winning power in the state. He highlighted the pivotal role played by Himachal Prades for Ram Mandir's construction in Ayodhya. He also pledged of a temple in Palampur. The BJP's national executive had passed a resolution for the temple's construction during their June 1989 meeting in Palampur.
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