Himachal Pradesh Government has again demanded the Government of India to make Himachal Pradesh as full- fledged Member in Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) projects by amending the Punjab Re-organization Act, 1966 so that pending cases could be resolved at...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today flagged off the Swachhta Pakhwada Cycle Rally organized by National Cadet Corps (NCC) Group, Shimla as part of NCC Directorate, (Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh) at historical Ridge Maidan, Shimla, today. The...

Industries Minister Bikram Singh attended the 37th Meeting of Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council held at Goa, today.Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presided over the meeting in which Industries Minister while expressing his views said that geographical...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said that various announcements for the economic growth and the decision to implement important economic reforms made by Union Finance Minister during GST Council meeting held at Goa today was historic.The Chief Minister in his...

Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs reviewed the performance of the banks, here, today in a meeting with the top management of Public Sector Banks.Today, FM reviewed at length the implementation of series of measures, following...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that India has witnessed a number of reforms in the last three-four years and the whole world was now seeing the nation in a very positive way. He added that these reforms were also important in the interest of the country and...

Chief Secretary Dr. Shrikant Baldi here today presided over the meeting of Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Relief Fund (HPCMRF) to explore the prospects of online payment method.Chief Secretary directed the concerned authorities to improve the online payment...

Industries Minister Bikram Singh today visited the Industrial Area of Goa and interacted with the officials of Sanofi, a French Multinational Pharmaceutical Company and IFB. He is in Goa to represent Himachal Pradesh in the 37th Meeting of Goods and Service Tax...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while addressing the Jan Jagran Sabha on Abrogation of Article 370 from Jammu & Kashmir, here today said that that Article 370 and Article 35A were obstacle in the development of Jammu and Kashmir and its abrogation would...

While presiding over the a two day long conference on “Positive Engagement of Inmates in Prisons” organized by Prison & Correctional Services here today, Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur urged the members of the civil society to extend all cooperation and...

Unity in diversity was the uniqueness of our nation which was a plural society and repository of multiplicity of cultures. Sarsanghchalak (Chief) of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Mohan Bhagwat said this while addressing the gathering after he inaugurated...

A meeting regarding the framing of the draft for Himachal Pradesh Electric Vehicle Policy- 2019 was held today, under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Dr. Shrikant  Baldi.  During the meeting, Dr Baldi said that the vision of the Himachal...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that various expeditions inculcate a sense of adventurism and initiative-taking in the young lot and it also enhances their skills and  makes them better fit for the Forces and in general life.The Governor was speaking on...

While inaugurating the conference on “Positive Engagement of Inmates in Prisons” organized by Prison & Correctional Services here today, Governor Bandaru  Dattatraya said that prisoners were the responsibility of the State and society. He urged the...

Chief Secretary Dr. Shrikant Baldi reviewed the progress of important tourist projects of Himachal Pradesh here today. During the review meeting he said that these tourism projects are top priority of the State Government and must be completed within stipulated...

Transport Minister Govind Singh Thakur today inaugurated the state-level office campus cleanliness drive at the Interstate Bus Station Tutikandi (ISBT) Shimla. The program was organized under 'cleanliness week' celebrated on the occasion of 69th birthday of Prime...

Urban Development, Housing & TCP Minister-cum-Chairperson, Himachal Pradesh Housing and Urban Development Authority (HIMUDA) Sarveen Chaudhary said that HIMUDA will auction its 166 commercial units worth Rs. 60 crore in Parwanoo and Baddi etc. during coming...

A presentation was made by President of Group Public Affairs and Member of  Mahendra  Group Executive Board Manoj Chugh before the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur here today regarding various projects being implemented by the Group in the State.Shri...

A presentation on education skill was made by Director, Bulls Eye institute Hardesh Madan before Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur here today.The Chief Minister said that education should be such which not only provide employment but also enhance the overall...

The State Government has adopted a holistic approach for attracting investment so as to make Himachal Pradesh an investment hub of the country, stated Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while presiding over the Mini Conclave of Global Investor's Meet, organised...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya visited the Hanuman Ji temple, Jakhu here today and paid obeisance. He also chanted 'Hanuman Chalisa'.The Governor went to Jakhu temple in the morning through rope-way. Sub Divisional Magistrate Shimla Urban Neeraj Chandla, who is...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur launched the cleanliness campaign from Deen Dayal Upadhaya Hospital, Shimla today on the occasion of the 69th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He also distributed sweets amongst the indoor patients.Speaking on the occasion,...

The State Cabinet meeting held here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur approved the draft of Himachal Pradesh Tourism Policy, 2019 aimed at holistic development of tourism in the State with special focus on ecotourism, agro organic...

While presiding over the Conference on working of National Commission for SC, ST & OBCs and Progressive Policies of Union Government at Hyderabad, today, Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that more than half of the country’s population belongs to the schedule...

The Authority in this meeting has approved 16 proposals for setting up new industrial enterprises and expansion of existing units involving a total proposed investment of approx. Rs. 171.77 crore and employment potential of about 599 persons, which goes...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur has underscored the need to adopting technological advancements in executing developmental works so as to maintain balance between the nature and development along-with ensuring quality. He said though development is our requirement,...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur today launched Mukhya Mantri Seva Sankalp Helpline 1100 for the speedy and time bound redressal of public grievances by effective use of latest technologies.Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister said that the main focus of...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur today inaugurated de-addiction Centre at Maharishi Markandeshwar Medical College, Kumarhatti Solan through video conferencing from Shimla.Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister said that drug abuse particularly amongst the younger...

Chief Secretary Dr. Shrikant Baldi here today reviewed district-wise action plan for conducting three phases of 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign through Video Conference with all Deputy Commissioners to eradicate plastic waste problem from the state. He said that...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur has underscored the need to adopting technological advancements in executing developmental works so as to maintain balance between the nature and development along-with ensuring quality. He said though development is our requirement,...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said thatArya Samaj played an important role and has been one of the main contributors in the freedom movement in the country and has also been inspiring the people from the rule of Nizam in post independence.With the inspiration of...

In its endeavour to transform the farm and horticulture sectors and enhancing the farmer's income, the present state government has launched several new schemes focusing on providing irrigation facilities, lowering the cost of production, encouraging natural...

Engineers Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Nirman Bhawan here today under the chairmanship of Engineer-in-Chief, Public Works Department Er. Raj Kumar Verma in which 70 engineers including Chief Engineers, Superintending Engineers, Executive Engineers,...

A delegation of Councillors of Municipal Corporation Shimla led by its Mayor Kusum Sadret called on the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur at Oak Over here today and thanked him providing Town Hall building, The Ridge Shimla for the Corporation after its renovation.They...

Governor of Himachal Pradesh Bandaru Dattatraya said that we all are Indians and unity and integrity is our identity which should be protected at all cost. It is our duty to cooperate and contribute significantly in the development of the nation.The Governor...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur launched National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme on pilot basis in Shimla (Urban) and Kumarsain Tehsil of Shimla district in first instance for online...

Governor of Himachal Pradesh Bandaru Dattatraya called on Governor of Telangana Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan at Raj Bhawan, Hyderabad, today.It was a courtesy call....

After assuming the charge of Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Bandaru Dattatraya reached his home state of Telangana today. The Governor participated in the Ganpati Visarjan Festival held at Mozam Jahi Market Bhagyanagar, Hyderabad, as the chief guest.While felicitated...

The state government is committed to make Himachal Pradesh an industrial hub of the country, for which several incentives have been provided to the potential entrepreneurs. This was stated by the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while participating in the “Pioneers...

As many as 92 MoUs were signed by the state government to attract investment worth Rs. 2112 crore during the mini conclave of proposed global investor's meet held today at Manali in Kullu district. Out of these, 63 MoUs are for tourism sector only with...

Bandaru Dattatraya sworn in as the 27th Governor of Himachal Pradesh in a simple but impressive ceremony held at Raj Bhawan today.Justice Dharam Chand Chaudhary, Judge of HP High Court administered the oath of office and secrecy to him. Chief Minister Jai Ram...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur greeting Governor of Himachal Pradesh (designate) Bandaru Dattatraya at Shimla on 10 Sep 2019.  Governor of Himachal Pradesh (designate) Bandaru Dattatraya was given a rousing reception on his arrival at Shimla today. His...

A media delegation from Assam on "Good Will Mission" called on the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur at his official residence 'Oak Over', today. The delegation is on a week-long visit to Himachal Pradesh.While welcoming the delegation, the Chief Minister...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur urged the people of the state to continue their whole hearted support to the government so that the pace of development goes uninterrupted. He was addressing the “Labharthi Sammalen” (Beneficiaries Conference) at famous Zorawar...

A media delegation from Assam on "Good Will Mission" on their week-long visit to the Himachal Pradesh learned about the Shimla Smart City Mission, Jal Prabhadan Nigam including water distribution monitoring system of Shimla Municipal Corporation (MC),...

The state government would fill up all the vacant posts of Physiotherapists in district level hospitals on priority basis and one additional post of Physiotherapist would also be created in all the district hospitals of the state except Kinnaur and Lahaul...

The officials and officers of the state government should work with missionary zeal and commitment so that the policies and programmes of the government reach to the targeted sections of the society. This was stated by the Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while...

Around 1534 demands and complaints were received during the Jan Manch organised on Sunday in eleven districts of the state barring Kinnaur district as per the reports received at the state headquarter. Out of these 664 cases were settled on the spot and rest...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur today laid foundation stone of existing ground floor and construction of first floor in district open air jail at Dharamshala in Kangra district.The additional accommodation would be completed by spending an amount of about Rs....

While presiding over the felicitation and award function under "Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao" campaign and POSHAN Abhiyan organized by the Directorate of Women and Child Development, Department of Social Justice and Empowerment here today Chief Minister Jai Ram...

Transport, Forest and Youth Services and Sports Minister Govind Singh Thakur said that 4th Elite Men's National Boxing Championship would be organised at Shimla from 4th October to 10th October, 2019. He said that Olympic, Asian Games and world class boxers would...

The State Government hosted the State Dinner in honour of outgoing Governor Kalraj Mishra here on Friday evening, who has been appointed as Governor of Rajasthan.Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur presented memento, shawl Himachal cap to Kalraj Mishra as token...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur presided over the state level meeting held here today to review the arrangements for organizing weeklong International Kullu Dussehra commencing from 8th October to 14 October, 2019. The Chief Minister said that the Kullu Dussehra...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said that the State has suffered losses of about Rs. 1200 crore during the current monsoon season as per the initial assessment. He was interacting with the members of the Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT), which is on four-day...

Chief Secretary Dr. Shrikant Baldi has asked the Public Works, Rural development, Irrigation and Public Health and other departments to work out on an action plan to avoid heavy damages to human lives and properties in the future by making improvement in technique...

A farewell ceremony was held at Raj Bhawan today in honour of Governor Kalraj Mishra. Lady Governor Satyavati Mishra was also present on this occasion.The Governor praised the Raj Bhawan staff and said that dedication and hard work of the employees has...

Chairperson, Himachal Pradesh State Commission for Women Dr. Daisy Thakur called on Governor Kalraj Mishra at Raj Bhawan Shimla, today.It was a courtesy call....

The meeting of the cabinet sub-committee constituted to exclude various areas of the state from the ambit of town and country planning department was held here today under the chairmanship of Irrigation and Public Health Minister Mahender Singh Thakur. The...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur launched three government to citizen services (G2C) in Municipal Corporation, Shimla viz. online garbage charges collection application, online building planning application and rent and lease application through State Information...

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur today released Pahari songs video CD ‘Folk Pahadan 2019’ sung by folk singer Kamla Meghata of Shimla district.While appreciating the efforts of the artist, Chief Minister said that such type of efforts go a long way in promoting...