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himachal pradesh government news

Bureaucratic reshuffle in Himachal: Sachin Kanwal is new Shimla MC commissioner

The government transferred 17 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers and 22 Himachal Pradesh Administrative Service (HPAS) officers. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jul 11, 2026 08:58 am IST

Himachal bureaucratic shuffle: 18 IAS, 16 HPAS officers transferred

Among the HPAS officers, Shilpi Beakta (2012 batch) has been posted as additional secretary (public works department) and will also hold the additional charge of secretary, state election commission. (File)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 07, 2026 09:12 am IST

Himachal government to bear 50% interest burden on overdue agri loans

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that farmers were the backbone of the state’s economy and their welfare remains the government’s foremost priority. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 28, 2026 03:02 am IST

Himachal to make ‘anti-chitta’ test mandatory for government recruitment

It was emphasised that the state government is committed to eliminating the menace of "chitta" (heroin) through a comprehensive strategy.
india news
Published on Jun 26, 2026 10:54 pm IST

Kinnar Kailash Yatra from July 1; cap of 375 pilgrims a day

The Himachal Pradesh government has approved the annual Kinnar Kailash Yatra from July 1 to July 30, with a cap of 375 pilgrims per day.
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 13, 2026 05:24 am IST

Himachal okays ₹16.76-cr aid for business owners hit by Kangra Airport expansion

According to estimates, at least 1,500 households across 14 villages would be affected. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 11, 2026 05:14 am IST

Himachal aiming for 32% forest cover by 2030: CM

Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 06, 2026 06:38 am IST

KK Pant gets additional charge as Himachal Pradesh chief secretary

Kamlesh Kumar Pant, a 1993-batch officer of the Himachal Pradesh cadre, is currently the senior-most bureaucrat in the state.
chandigarh news
Updated on Jun 02, 2026 05:02 am IST

Himachal Pradesh to make dope tests a must for govt jobs, professional courses

Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu during a press conference in Shimla on Monday. (Deepak Sansta/HT)
chandigarh news
Updated on May 12, 2026 06:56 am IST

Newly installed charging station in Manali turns into garbage dump within hours

In Manali, a public charging station became a garbage dumping point
trending
Updated on May 04, 2026 09:40 am IST

HP govt orders release of remaining 30% gratuity, leave encashment

The Himachal Pradesh government has issued orders to immediately release the remaining 30% gratuity and leave encashment arrears of Class-IV employees who have retired or died in harness between January 1, 2016, to January 31, 2022, officials said on Saturday. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 26, 2026 05:40 am IST

Himachal govt defers 30 per cent salary of top officials for six months

Himachal govt defers 30 per cent salary of top officials for six months
india news
Published on Apr 19, 2026 03:38 pm IST

Himachal CM, ministers, MLAs take six-month pay cut amid fiscal crunch

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who announced the deferment during his annual budget presentation, described the state’s economic situation as one of “extraordinary financial challenges.” (HT file photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 18, 2026 05:57 pm IST

Himachal CM: Reforms in HIMCARE scheme to ensure transparency

Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 10, 2026 05:18 am IST

No FIR so far in Chester Hills case, says Himachal DGP

As the voices to register FIR in Chester Hills scam case grow stronger, director general of police Ashok Tiwari said, “Will fulfil responsibilities if assigned by the government”. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 08, 2026 07:22 am IST

Himachal introduces Bill to deny pension to disqualified MLAs

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday tabled The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly (Allowances and Pension of Members) Amendment Bill, 2026. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 02, 2026 03:24 am IST

Himachal: CPI(M) demands SIT probe into land deals, removal of CS

CPI(M) state secretary Sanjay Chauhan while addressing a press conference reiterated that the party has demanded a statement from the chief minister in the ongoing assembly session and immediate formation of an SIT. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 31, 2026 03:28 am IST

Himachal entry tax hike: Haryana residents protest at Barotiwala; demand HP govt to roll back move

The protesters warned that they would intensify their movement if the government did not fulfil their demand and would also block the road. (HT Photo for representation)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 31, 2026 03:04 am IST

Himachal: ₹40,461-crore supplementary budget cleared for Himchal’s current fiscal

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu addressing the assembly in Shimla on Thursday. (HT photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 20, 2026 07:38 am IST

No jeans or T-shirts in office: Himachal govt tightens dress code for staff

Male employees are advised to wear shirts and trousers or collared shirts with pants.
chandigarh news
Updated on Mar 19, 2026 08:18 am IST

Improving road connectivity in Himachal remains key priority for state government: PWD minister

Improving road connectivity in Himachal remains key priority for state government: PWD minister
cities
Updated on Mar 17, 2026 08:44 pm IST

Himachal govt to provide 25% reservation for women in Class-III posts: CM

Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 08, 2026 07:49 pm IST

HP to issue helpline for 50k citizens stranded in West Asia: Chauhan

Amid growing concerns over Himachalis stranded in the Middle East following the attack on Iran by the US and Israel, the Himachal Pradesh government will issue a dedicated contact number. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Mar 04, 2026 05:44 am IST

Himachal releases ₹8.9 crore rent aid for disaster-hit families

The Himachal Pradesh government has released ₹8.97 crore to provide rental assistance to disaster-affected families whose houses were completely damaged or rendered uninhabitable due to heavy monsoon rains in 2025. (Shutterstock/ Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 23, 2026 06:06 am IST

HP to continue OPS, social welfare scheme despite fiscal strain

Amid dwindling fiscal health and recommendations from the finance department, the state government has decided that the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) will not be stopped. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 13, 2026 07:12 am IST

Shimla gets new SP in major reshuffle

The Himachal Pradesh government late Thursday ordered the transfer and posting of 14 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and two state police service officers, including the shifting of four district police chiefs, in a major administrative reshuffle. (Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 07, 2026 03:08 am IST

BJP accuses Himachal govt of stalling projects, meets governor

Jai Ram Thakur, the leader of opposition in the Himachal Pradesh assembly, presenting a memorandum to Himachal Pradesh governor Shiv Pratap Shukla in Shimla on Friday. (ANI Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Feb 06, 2026 02:18 pm IST

Congress in Himachal is falling apart: Anurag

Former Union minister and Member of Parliament from Hamirpur, Anurag Thakur, while addressing the media in Una on Friday, questioned the internal conflicts among ministers and the functioning of officials in the Himachal Pradesh government. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 18, 2026 05:52 am IST

Himachal to hire 1,000 ‘rogi mitras’, overhaul medical residency policy

Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. (File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 08, 2026 05:02 am IST

{2% land revenue} ‘Illegal’: Punjab slams HP govt’s ₹500-cr BBMB levy

The Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), which operates two mega hydel projects, Bhakra Dam and Pong Dam in Himachal Pradesh, is expected to pay around ₹436 crore annually, while Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN), another key player in hydel power in the state, will have to shell out approximately ₹283 crore each year.
chandigarh news
Published on Jan 07, 2026 03:24 am IST
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