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Side-hustle silenced: Himachal Police band chief suspended over social media profits

Inspector Vijay Kumar, the face and lead of the state’s acclaimed ‘Harmony of the Pines’ orchestra was suspended on Monday. (HT Photo)

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Published on Jul 14, 2026 08:20 am IST

Why HP Police orchestra lead is facing the music over social media earnings

Inspector Vijay Kumar (in picture) has been the face of the Himachal Pradesh Police orchestra, Harmony of the Pines, since it came into being in 1996.

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Updated on Jul 13, 2026 07:20 pm IST

Five persons held for attacking Ludhiana resident in Bilaspur

The incident happend on July 8 and case was registered on the same date. (File)

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Published on Jul 10, 2026 08:03 am IST

Man gets five-year RI for cannabis possession in Chamba

Police also appealed to the people to strengthen the anti-chitta movement by sharing information relating to drug trafficking or drug abuse through the 112 number. (HT Photo for representation)

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Published on Jun 28, 2026 04:02 am IST

Shimla: Interstate heroin distributor who concealed drug in snack, milk packets held

Ravi, a native of Madhya Pradesh , was residing in Haryana’s Faridabad and was nabbed from there on June 5. (File)

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Published on Jun 11, 2026 05:26 am IST

361 ex-servicemen get honorary police placement in Himachal

Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu speaks during the felicitation ceremony for former personnel of the Himachal Pradesh Police, in Shimla on Tuesday. (ANI)

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Published on Jun 03, 2026 07:02 am IST

Himachal cadre officer Garg to continue as NCB chief till July 2027: Centre

Anurag Garg (HT File)

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Published on May 23, 2026 05:50 am IST

Ambala woman murder: Police take accused to forest where body was found, recreates scene

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Updated on May 15, 2026 10:32 pm IST

HP Police arrests 2 key drug suppliers from Chandigarh, Punjab

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Published on May 10, 2026 09:45 pm IST

Himachal Police expands ‘Watch & Patrol’ initiative to major tourist destinations

The initiative has received wide appreciation for the disciplined, courteous and helpful conduct of police personnel, creating a positive image of the Himachal Pradesh Police as a people-centric force, said officials. (HT representative)

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Published on May 06, 2026 04:44 am IST

Ex-Cong leader alleges abduction bid by cops over ‘traffic violation’ in Shimla

Police said Bains' vehicle was stopped as it was equipped with an unauthorised horn, search lights and a flag rod, which were in clear violation of the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act

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Published on Apr 10, 2026 01:05 pm IST

4 Kullu STF cops dismissed over involvement in drug trafficking

Four police personnel from special task force (STF) Kullu have been dismissed from service with immediate effect after being found involved in a drug trafficking case, police officials said on Sunday. (Getty Images/iStockphoto/ Representational image)

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Published on Mar 23, 2026 03:32 am IST

Ahead of RS polls, Haryana Cong MLAs visit Chail

Congress leaders leave for Chail ahead of the polling for two Rajya Sabha seats in Haryana, in Shimla, on Saturday. (PTI)

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Published on Mar 15, 2026 03:06 am IST

Himachal police orders POSH Act compliance audit within 15 days

Any lapse in constitution or functioning of ICCs will be rectified immediately. (HT Photo for representation)

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Published on Mar 03, 2026 04:44 am IST

Anti-drug drive intensified as 145 sites raided across Himachal

A spokesperson of the Himachal police said that under the statewide anti-chitta campaign, continuous, effective and strict action was being taken. (File)

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Published on Mar 02, 2026 05:14 am IST

Securing the authority & integrity of the judiciary

In the last few years, broadsides against the apex court have increased. (Sanchit Khanna/ HT Photo)

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Published on Mar 02, 2026 12:01 am IST

Delhi court sends 3 IYC workers arrested from Shimla to 3-day police custody

The arrested Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers being taken from Ambala Civil Hospital after their medical examination on Thursday. (ANI)

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Published on Feb 27, 2026 03:14 am IST

After showdown with Himachal Police, Delhi Police leave Shimla with 3 accused

Special Cell of Delhi Police with the apprehended Congress workers, who were taken into custody in connection with the "shirtless" protest at the AI Impact, after being produced at the district court, in Shimla.

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Published on Feb 26, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Himachal: 6 held in infant trafficking case, total 9 arrested

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Published on Feb 24, 2026 07:19 pm IST

Himachal govt to recruit 800 constables in 2 months, says Sukhu

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu distributed appointment letters to newly recruited constables during the Rozgar Sankalp Mela held at the Police College, Dehra, in Kangra on Wednesday. (Deepak Sansta)

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Published on Feb 05, 2026 04:34 am IST

Sukhu: Himachal govt committed to strengthening police modernisation

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has congratulated the Himachal Pradesh Police for securing the first position in the country for average response time under the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS-112) during the last 24 hours. (PTI File)

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Published on Jan 29, 2026 07:14 am IST

Held with chitta, Himachal cop dismissed

Rahul, posted as constable with Shimla police, was arrested on January 22 and an NDPS case was also registered against him. (File)

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Published on Jan 24, 2026 03:50 am IST

Chitta-free Himachal: Police inspects 433 courier warehouses

During the inspections, the entire chain of operations, including parcel booking, storage, transit and final delivery was examined in detail, said police spokesperson. (File representative)

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Published on Jan 15, 2026 06:08 am IST

Shimla police implement new preventive model to combat drug trafficking

To combat drug trafficking, Shimla police have implemented a new preventive policing model, identifying nearly 50 habitual offenders. (Representational image)

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Published on Dec 29, 2025 03:18 am IST

16 traffickers detained under PIT-NDPS Act: HP Police

Himachal Pradesh Police on Sunday launched a coordinated operation across several districts of the state, taking decisive action against organised drug networks and during the operation, 16 “chitta” traffickers were detained under the PIT-NDPS Act, the police department said. (Representational image)

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Published on Dec 08, 2025 03:46 am IST

Himachal Police cancel promotion test following high court order

The next hearing in the case is scheduled for November 19 and the Himachal high court has also sought a response from the department in this regard within 10 days. (File)

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Published on Nov 08, 2025 03:02 am IST