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02 Sep

Himachal Pradesh Monsoon Death Toll Climbs to 259, Damage Crosses Rs 1,200 Crore

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh has recorded 259 deaths during the ongoing monsoon season, with losses to public and private property estimated at more than Rs 1,200 crore, according to figures released by the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC). The data covers the 64-day period from June 30 to September 1 and highlights the severe impact of rain-related disasters and road accidents across the hill state. Of the total fatalities, 106 were linked to incidents triggered by heavy rain and other natural disasters. Landslides claimed 18 lives, while 13 people died after being swept away or drowning. Road accidents emerged…

01 Sep

7.8% GDP Growth Gives PM Narendra Modi Fresh Ammunition to Take Aim at Opposition Critics

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India’s stronger-than-expected economic performance has provided Prime Minister Narendra Modi an opportunity to turn the spotlight on the country’s growth story while taking a swipe at his political opponents. Addressing the nation from Kyrgyzstan, where he is participating in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, Modi welcomed the latest GDP figures showing 7.8 per cent growth in the April-June quarter. The numbers, he said, were particularly significant given the uncertainty facing the global economy. Conflicts, supply-chain disruptions and instability in international markets have created challenges for economies worldwide, yet India has continued to expand at a rapid…

01 Sep

Anna Hazare Under Medical Care in Mumbai After Viral Illness, Dehydration

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Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Social activist Anna Hazare, 89, is receiving treatment at a Mumbai hospital after being diagnosed with a viral infection and acute dehydration, according to his aide. Hazare was brought to Bombay Hospital in south Mumbai on Monday after initially undergoing treatment at a hospital in Ahilyanagar district. He was shifted to the city for further medical evaluation and care. Doctors at Bombay Hospital are currently assessing his health in detail. The medical team is expected to decide on the next line of treatment after reviewing the results of the examinations and his overall condition. Shifted After Initial…

01 Sep

Nalagarh IED Blast Case: NIA Arrests Three More, Six Now Held in Probe

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has made three more arrests in the investigation into the IED blast at Nalagarh Police Station in Himachal Pradesh, taking the total number of accused arrested in the case to six. The explosion occurred at around 9:40 am on January 1, 2026, near the outer wall of the police station, adjoining the room used by the Investigating Officer. The matter was initially investigated by Himachal Pradesh Police after FIR No. 02/2026 was registered at Nalagarh Police Station. The NIA later took over the probe and registered the case afresh on May…

31 Aug

Rain Returns to Himachal After Weak Monsoon Spell; IMD Issues Yellow Alert in 3 Districts

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is seeing a renewed spell of monsoon activity after a week of relatively limited rainfall. Heavy showers were reported in Kangra overnight, while several other parts of the state received rain on Monday. Shimla and surrounding areas also remained under cloudy and unsettled weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Kangra, Mandi and Sirmaur under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall on Monday. According to the weather department, rain is likely to continue at several places across Himachal Pradesh over the next five days, with isolated pockets potentially receiving heavier showers. Rain had…

31 Aug

Ankit Baliyan Murder Case: Two Alleged Shooters Killed in Encounter With UP STF

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Uttar Pradesh (Rajeev Sharma): The investigation into the murder of Haryanvi singer Ankit Baliyan took a major turn after two men suspected of being involved in the shooting were killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Police Special Task Force (STF), officials said. The two men have been identified as Sumit and Mohit. Police believe they were among the four shooters allegedly involved in the attack on Baliyan. The encounter is being viewed as a key development in the case as investigators continue to piece together the events surrounding the singer’s killing and track down the remaining people allegedly…

30 Aug

NEET-PG 2026: Jaipur Candidates to Reappear on September 5 After Power Failure Disrupts Test

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Jaipur (Rajeev Sharma): The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced a fresh examination for candidates whose NEET-PG 2026 test was disrupted at the iON Digital Zone iDZ centre in Sitapura, Jaipur, following a power failure. The affected candidates will now appear for the examination on September 5, 2026, at 3 pm in Jaipur, according to an official notice issued by NBEMS. Two Sitapura centres affected The disruption occurred at Test Centres 41682 and 41683 at the iON Digital Zone iDZ Sitapura facility. NBEMS said the examination could not be completed at the centres because of an…

30 Aug

PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat: ‘Drug-Free Youth’ Vital for India’s Developed Nation Goal

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday put the spotlight on the fight against drug abuse, saying India's ambition of becoming a developed nation cannot be achieved without ensuring that its young population remains free from addiction. During the 137th edition of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi spoke about the government's Nasha-mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat campaign and praised the growing participation of young people in the initiative. He called on citizens, particularly content creators, to take the anti-drug message to wider audiences by creating material in different Indian languages. https://youtu.be/MaPRwJjksZU ‘Addiction affects entire…

30 Aug

Indian Army Aviation Executes Risky Rescue at 18,600 Feet Near Nun Kun

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Leh (Rajeev Sharma): Indian Army Aviation crews carried out a challenging casualty evacuation near Nun Kun at an altitude of approximately 18,600 feet, overcoming strong winds, steep terrain and the absence of a conventional landing zone. The rescue required the pilots to operate within extremely narrow safety margins as they attempted to reach the casualty on a difficult mountain slope. Helicopter stripped down to reduce weight With aircraft performance severely affected at such extreme altitude, the crew adopted measures to reduce the helicopter's weight. Non-essential equipment was removed and only limited fuel was carried for the mission. The reduced load…

30 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Rain Alert: Several Districts Likely to Receive Heavy Showers, Travel Advisory Issued

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is likely to remain under the influence of an active monsoon spell, with rain forecast across several districts and the possibility of intense showers at isolated locations. The Meteorological Department has advised residents and travellers to remain cautious as wet conditions could affect roads and trigger landslides in vulnerable areas. Rain is expected in Kangra, Chamba, Mandi, Kullu, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur. While most places may receive light to moderate showers, some pockets could witness heavier rainfall. The change in weather may also result in a slight fall in temperatures in parts of the state.…