Himachal Pradesh CM vows action if medical negligence linked to Kullu woman
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Kullu bus accident: 40 injured after HRTC bus hits hillside
At least 40 people, mostly women, were injured after an HRTC bus carrying around 60 passengers hit a hillside near Katar village in Kullu
67 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh, 'yellow' warning issued for heavy rain
A total of 67 roads have been closed to vehicular traffic as light to moderate rains persist in various parts of Himachal Pradesh. The Shimla Meteorological Office issued a yellow warning on Friday for heavy rains in isolated areas of the state from August 31 to September 3. As of Friday evening, the closures included 27 roads in Mandi, 16 in Kullu, seven in Kangra, six in Sirmaur, four in Una, three each in Chamba and Shimla, and one in Lahaul and Spiti district. Additionally, 12 power transformers have been obstructed, according to the state emergency operations centre. In the past 24 hours, since Thursday evening, Nahan received 51 mm of rain followed by Berthin 34.8 mm, Dhaulakuan 34.5 mm, Dharamshala 30.3 mm, Naina Devi 28.2 mm and Guler 20.1 mm. Between August 1 and 28, the state has received 203.8 mm of rainfall, compared to the normal of 241.4 mm, resulting in a 14 per cent deficit. Since the onset of the monsoon on June 30, approximately 103 people have died in rain-relat
Kullu administration used sensitive Parvati Valley for waste storage after a plant closure. Contractor issues and transport disruptions led to temporary waste redirection. A new facility was introduced for the Manikaran special area. Waste collection and processing operations began in May 2026. The temporary waste site has since been cleared of all garbage.
School Building in Kullu Remains Incomplete After Seven Years
Shimla, August 25: In Kullu districts Kharahal Valley, a government high school building has remained incomplete even after seven years of construction. This situation raises serious questions about the state governments efficiency, integrity, and fairness in addressing childrens educational needs. Construction of the Chansari School building began in 2019, but despite the passage of years, ... Read more School Building in Kullu Remains Incomplete After Seven Years
Govt told to take steps for solid waste management site in Kullu
4 Killed, 6 Injured As Trucks Collide Inside Himachal's Hanogi Tunnel
One of the trucks was travelling from Mandi towards Kullu, while the other was coming from the opposite direction, they said.
40 students hospitalised after lunch in Himachal's Kullu, water contamination suspected
In a shocking incident, around 40 students of a government primary school in Kullu district fell sick and were admitted to hospital after having lunch, with authorities suspecting water contamination. Officials said on Wednesday that...
Torrential rains, cloudbursts, hailstorms lash Kashmir, trigger flash floods
Torrential rains and cloudbursts lashed parts of Kashmir on Friday, triggering flash floods in south Kashmir and damaging roads, paddy fields and apple orchards, while the Meteorological Centre Srinagar forecast isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. Plains of Kashmir received rain, while several upper areas of south Kashmir witnessed hailstorms and cloudbursts, with swollen streams and sudden surges in water reported from vulnerable areas. Officials from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Srinagar, said parts of Srinagar and the south Kashmir districts of Anantnag, Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam were lashed by rain and hailstorms. In Anantnag district, intense localized showers in the Pahalgam area triggered flash floods on Friday evening, damaging a temporary road at Awoora, and disrupting traffic again on the Bijbehara-Langanbal-Pahalgam route. The sudden surge in water swept away portions of the makeshift road, forcing authorities to suspend vehicular movement along the stretch. Commuters were advised to avoid the route until restoration work is completed. A cloudburst was reported from Chaki Ishardas-Wantrag in the Shangus area of Anantnag, triggering flash floods in the locality. Residents said a sudden gush of water inundated streets and farmland, with water entering residential areas and damaging sprawling paddy and apple fields. They said the flash floods also damaged a portion of the road, bringing traffic to a halt. In Shopian district, an intense hailstorm struck around 3 p.m., sweeping through Feripora, Mandujan, Adijan, Kapran and several adjoining villages. Hailstorm also hit, in the Nihama area of nearby Kulgam district. Farmers said marble-sized hailstones battered apple orchards for nearly 10 to 15 minutes, leaving apples bruised and damaged. The hailstones completely damaged the orchards. In just a few minutes, our labour went down the drain, said Farooq Ahmad, a farmer from Mandujan. He said the hailstorm struck at a critical time, with harvesting of the Kullu variety of apples only weeks away. We had been waiting for the harvest, but the damage has put everything at risk, he said. Farmers said the extent of the losses would become clearer over the coming days as damaged fruit begins to fall and the impact on marketable produce is assessed. The latest hailstorm comes just days after a powerful windstorm on August 6 caused extensive damage to apple orchards across more than 26 villages in Shopian. Farmers had reported widespread fruit drop and damage to trees following the storm. The successive weather events have added to concerns among growers in one of Kashmirs major apple-producing districts, where a large section of the population depends on horticulture for its livelihood. In Pulwama district, water levels in streams in the Watal Nagabal area of Tral also rose following the rains, prompting concern among residents living close to water channels. Gusty winds were also reported near the railway station in Pampore and several other areas in South Kashmir. A chinar -tree was uprooted in Salia area of Anantnag amid strong winds. However, no loss of life or property was reported. The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast isolated thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds of 30-40 kmph across Kashmir over the next seven days, from August 15 to 20. The weather department has warned of possible landslides, mudslides, flash floods and shooting stones at vulnerable locations during this period. It has advised people to remain cautious during rainfall, particularly in areas prone to landslides, flash floods and other weather-related disruptions. Authorities have also urged residents and commuters in vulnerable areas to remain alert and avoid unnecessary travel during intense spells of rain.
'The Traitors' Season 2 : Munawar Faruqui is out, but the real shock is Harman Singha
Highlights Five contestants have exited The Traitors Season 2 across its first three episodes Munawar Faruqui was voted out at the first Circle of Shaq, while Karan Singh Magic and Soundous Moufakir were murdered The Innocents successfully identified Harman Singha as a Traitor, but another secret move has kept the Traitors in a strong position Spoilers ahead The first three episodes of The Traitors Season 2 have wasted little time shaking up the game. Five contestants are already out, including Munawar Faruqui, while the Innocents have managed to expose one of the people secretly working against them. Hosted by Karan Johar, the Prime Video reality show began with the Traitors targeting Karan Singh Magic before Munawar became an early casualty at the first Circle of Shaq. Soundous Moufakir was subsequently murdered, while Harman Singha was caught after the Innocents turned their suspicions in his direction. Munawar Faruqui is eliminated early Munawar entered the competition with several reality-show victories behind him, but his reputation may have made him an obvious target. He was voted out during the first Circle of Shaq after coming under suspicion. Following his elimination, Munawar said he had expected to be targeted and suggested that the other contestants may have seen him as a threat. Maine yeh expect kiya tha ki mere sath yeh hoga, he said, adding that being targeted was not a new experience for him. His exit was followed by the murder of Soundous Moufakir, whose outspoken personality had also made her stand out among the contestants. Karan Singh Magic and Soundous become murder victims Karan Singh Magic became the first contestant killed by the Traitors. After leaving the game, he suggested that his ability to identify the hidden Traitors may have made him dangerous to keep around. I am threat... main game meh rehta mujhe sabse pehle pata chal jata traitor kon hai, he said. Soundous later reflected on her own elimination, saying contestants with strong personalities could become targets either through a murder or at the Circle of Shaq. When you are someone who is very vocal or you have a strong personality, you will be targeted, she said. The Innocents finally catch a Traitor The biggest breakthrough came when the Innocents correctly identified Harman Singha. Singha was exposed as a Traitor and eliminated, giving the Innocents their first major success of the season. As he left, he acknowledged that the group had been right to suspect him. Main baas yeh kehna chahta hu ki aap log wakay main bohot sahi hain, he said. His exit marks an important moment for the Innocents, who had already lost several players without knowing whether their suspicions were leading them in the right direction. The Traitors still have a secret weapon However, Singha's exposure does not mean the Innocents have taken control of the game. The remaining Traitors have made another move that the Innocents do not yet know about. Shahneel Gill has secretly been recruited to the Traitors' side, joining Krystle D'Souza and Kullu. So while the Innocents have managed to identify one Traitor, the opposing side has found a way to strengthen its numbers. The first three episodes have therefore left the game wide open, with Munawar and other early favourites gone, one Traitor exposed and another player now secretly working from within the Innocents' group. The first three episodes of The Traitors Season 2 are streaming on Prime Video, with new episodes released every Thursday.
Mallika Sherawat makes a bold revelation on 'The Traitors':
Highlights Mallika Sherawat claimed Tom Cruise currently has a crush on her. The actress also said the Hollywood star sends her videos from times they partied together. Mallika made the revelation while speaking to fellow contestants on The Traitors Season 2. Mallika Sherawat has made a surprising claim about Tom Cruise while chatting with her fellow contestants on The Traitors Season 2. In a promotional clip ahead of the show's premiere, the actress said the Hollywood star has a crush on her and claimed she has received videos from him. Mallika Sherawat says Tom Cruise has a crush on her The conversation began when comedian Aditya Kulshrestha, also known as Kullu, asked Mallika whether she had ever had a crush on someone, or whether everyone simply had a crush on her. Mallika replied confidently that everyone ends up having a crush on her before naming Tom Cruise. Tom Cruise has a crush on me these days. I'm not lying, she said, according to the clip. The actress then claimed she could have shown the other contestants videos from the Hollywood star if she had her phone with her. When asked about the videos, Mallika said they were from a time when she and Cruise were partying together. She also praised the Top Gun star, describing him as fabulous. Mallika previously opened up about being single Mallika's comments about Cruise come after she spoke publicly about her relationship status in 2024. The actress confirmed that she had split from French businessman Cyrille Auxenfans and said she was single. She also spoke about the difficulty of finding a worthy partner, while choosing not to discuss the reason behind their breakup. On marriage, Mallika said she was neither for nor against it, explaining that it depended on what two people wanted. Mallika joins The Traitors Season 2 Mallika is among the contestants on the second season of The Traitors, hosted by Karan Johar. The new season is set to begin streaming on Prime Video on August 13. The cast also includes Shweta Tiwari, Munawar Faruqui, Rhea Chakraborty, Krystle D'Souza, Ranveer Brar, Ikka, Parul Gulati and Abhishek Malhan.
Traitors 2: Mallika Sherawat says Tom Cruise has a crush on her
Mumbai: The Traitors 2 may be all about lies, suspicion and deception, but Mallika Sherawat has made a claim so bold that even the internet wants to see the receipts. A clip from the reality show is going viral in which comedian Kullu asks the actress, Mallika ji, aapko kisi pe crush aaya hai kabhi? Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Himachal rain fury: Over 200 roads closed, landslides hit Shimla; wet spell likely till Aug 17
Himachal Pradesh faces widespread disruption as over 200 roads are closed due to heavy rains. The state emergency center reported significant damage to water supply schemes and transformers. One person died and two were injured after a rockfall incident in Solan district. Educational institutions in Kullu subdivision remained closed as authorities issued an orange alert. Since the monsoon began, 70 people have died and losses exceed Rs 910 crore.
Himachal rain fury: Over 200 roads closed, landslides hit Shimla; wet spell likely till Aug 17
Himachal Pradesh faces widespread disruption as over 200 roads are closed due to heavy rains. The state emergency center reported significant damage to water supply schemes and transformers. One person died and two were injured after a rockfall incident in Solan district. Educational institutions in Kullu subdivision remained closed as authorities issued an orange alert. Since the monsoon began, 70 people have died and losses exceed Rs 910 crore.
The images from Jammu and Kashmir this week were movingly worrisome. Mud-choked streets, damaged homes, uprooted trees and residents watching helplessly as torrents of water carrying rocks and debris tore through mountain settlements. In Kishtwars Chatroo area, a cloudburst sent flash floods crashing through the valley. Days later, more cloudbursts struck parts of the Kashmir Valley, damaging roads, farmland, orchards and public infrastructure while forcing few families to move to safer places. For many, these appeared to be yet another set of isolated mountain disasters. But viewed against the backdrop of the entire Himalayan region, they tell a different story. From the mountains of Jammu and Kashmir to Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Nepal and the eastern Himalayas, cloudbursts and flash floods are becoming an increasingly common feature of the monsoon. The Himalayas have always experienced extreme weather. What appears to be changing is the frequency, intensity and unpredictability of these events. Scientists say the region is witnessing longer dry spells punctuated by short periods of exceptionally intense rainfall. Instead of rain falling steadily over several days, vast quantities of water are now being dumped within a few hours over a very small area. When that happens in steep mountain terrain, rivers turn into raging torrents within minutes. The warning signs have appeared across the length of the mountain chain during this years monsoon. In June, a cloudburst in the Gurez Valley of north Kashmir damaged bridges, roads and agricultural land. In early August, Kishtwar witnessed another destructive cloudburst that inundated markets and disrupted road links. Within days, flash floods struck parts of Kupwara, Bandipora and Ganderbal, underlining how quickly weather systems can shift from one valley to another. Further east, Ladakhs Kargil district also experienced flash floods after intense rainfall, damaging roads, irrigation channels and fields. Though Ladakh is known as a cold desert, recent years have shown that even these traditionally dry regions are vulnerable to sudden cloudburst events. Himachal Pradesh has continued to witness repeated incidents of flash floods and landslides. In districts such as Chamba, Kullu, Mandi, Kangra and Kinnaur, heavy rainfall has washed away roads, cut off villages and damaged infrastructure. Rescue teams have had to be deployed repeatedly to evacuate people and restore road connectivity. Uttarakhands experience over the past decade is perhaps the clearest warning of what extreme rainfall can do in fragile mountain terrain. From the Kedarnath tragedy in 2013 to the Chamoli disaster in 2021, and the cloudburst incidents reported in Uttarkashi and other upper Himalayan districts, the State has seen how quickly a localised weather event can turn into a major disaster. The problem is not confined to India. Nepal, which shares the Himalayan ecosystem, has also witnessed repeated flash floods triggered by cloudbursts during recent monsoons. Rivers rising in Nepal and the Indian Himalayas eventually flow into the plains, so what happens in the mountains can have serious consequences much farther downstream. The eastern Himalayas present a similar picture. Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim regularly face landslides and flash floods after intense rainfall. The swelling of Himalayan rivers also contributes to the recurring floods in Assam. While Assams floods are often treated as a separate issue, hydrologists point out that rainfall in the upstream Himalayan catchments has a major bearing on the volume and intensity of water reaching the Brahmaputra valley. Several factors are making the situation more dangerous. A warmer atmosphere can hold more moisture. When weather conditions trigger its release, it can come down as extremely heavy rain within a very short period. In the mountains, there is little flat land where this water can spread out or be absorbed gradually. It instead rushes down steep slopes, carrying rocks, trees and loose soil with it. Small streams can suddenly turn into torrents capable of sweeping away everything in their path. Human activity has added to the vulnerability of mountain areas. Highways have reached deeper into valleys, hydropower projects have expanded and hotels and residential settlements have come up close to rivers and streams. Hillsides are frequently cut to build roads, sometimes without adequate slope protection. Forest cover has also been lost in several areas. These activities do not cause cloudbursts. But they can make the consequences far worse when extreme rainfall occurs. The biggest problem is the lack of time available to people living in vulnerable areas. Unlike floods in the plains, which can take hours or even days to build up, mountain flash floods can develop within minutes. In some cases, residents get little or no warning before a wall of water, mud and debris reaches them. Meteorologists also caution against assuming that a below-normal monsoon automatically means a lower risk of disasters. Seasonal rainfall may remain normal or below normal, but a few very intense rainfall events can cause enormous damage. What matters increasingly is not only how much rain falls during the entire monsoon, but where and how quickly that rain falls. The floods, cloudbursts, disasters witnessed over the years point to a worrying pattern: the Leh cloudburst in 2010, the Kedarnath tragedy in 2013, the Chamoli disaster in 2021, the devastating floods in Himachal Pradesh in 2023 and repeated cloudburst incidents across Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir cannot be seen as isolated events. Taken together, they indicate a growing vulnerability across the Himalayan region. Governments have certainly improved their disaster response. Early warning systems are better than they were a decade ago, rescue agencies have greater capacity and communication networks have improved. But experts say emergency response alone will not be enough if the nature and frequency of mountain disasters continue to change. There is a need for greater investment in Doppler weather radars, more rain gauges, real-time monitoring of mountain streams and glacial lakes, and better systems to alert people in vulnerable areas. At the same time, land-use rules need to be enforced more strictly and infrastructure, material used for construction in the mountains has to be local, designed to withstand extreme weather. Development in the Himalayas cannot follow the same approach used in the plains. Every valley, riverbank and hillside cannot be treated as available land for construction. The fragile nature of the terrain has to be taken into account before roads, buildings, hydropower projects and other infrastructure are planned. The Himalayas have long been seen as a symbol of permanence and stability. But geologically, they are among the youngest and most fragile mountain systems in the world. Climate change is now making that vulnerability increasingly visible. The recent cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir should therefore not be seen merely as another episode of extreme monsoon weather. They are part of a much larger pattern stretching across the Himalayan arc, from Kashmir and Ladakh to Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, and from Nepal to the eastern Himalayas. The challenge is no longer only about how quickly governments can respond after a disaster. It is also about understanding how the mountain environment is changing and planning development accordingly. If extreme rainfall events continue to become more intense, cloudbursts and flash floods could become an increasingly familiar threat for communities living in the worlds highest mountain range. Surinder Singh Oberoi, National Editor Greater Kashmir.
Sharan Village in Himachal Pradesh Becomes a Hub for Handloom Crafts
Mumbai, August 7: Sharan village, located in the Rumsu Panchayat of the Naggar region near Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, is now recognized for its exquisite handloom craftsmanship. In 2020, the Ministry of Textiles designated it as a Handloom Village. This recognition has opened new avenues for employment and income, particularly for local artisans, especially women. A ... Read more Sharan Village in Himachal Pradesh Becomes a Hub for Handloom Crafts
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Kasol raves: Supreme Court orders transfer of Kullu DC, SP
Trek Leader Swept Away in Kullu Stream, Body Recovered
Rescue Teams Recover Body of Jammu Trekker After Flash Surge in Majhach Nala
13 killed, two injured as falling boulders crush moving vehicle in Himachal's Lahaul-Spiti
The deceased included a six-month-old infant. Fifteen people were on board in the SUV which was on its way from Kullu to Killar when large boulders suddenly crashed onto the vehicle, completely crushing it
13 Killed As Cab Gets Buried After Landslide In Himachal's Lahaul-Spiti
The Tata Sumo vehicle was traveling from Kullu to Pangi when rocks started to fall on it and the vehicle got buried.
Heavy Rainfall in Himachal Pradesh Raises Landslide Risks; JP Nadda Cancels Visit
Kullu, July 11: Continuous heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh is causing significant distress among residents. The threat of landslides and sudden floods looms over several areas, including Kullu and Shimla. Central Health Minister JP Nadda was scheduled to visit Spiti on Saturday, but he canceled his trip after reviewing weather-related warnings. The heavy rainfall in ... Read more Heavy Rainfall in Himachal Pradesh Raises Landslide Risks; JP Nadda Cancels Visit
Orange alert warns of heavy rain on July 2, 3 in parts of Himachal
The orange alert has been issued for Kangra and Mandi districts on July 2 and 3, and for Kullu, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur districts on July 3
Rave parties: Himachal Pradesh HC orders transfer of DC, SP
Shimla: The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered the transfer of the Kullu deputy commissioner, superintendent of police and sub-divisional magistrate, observing that they failed to maintain public order and instead facilitated the organisation of largescale rave parties in Parvati Valley of Kullu district. A division bench of Chief Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia and Justice Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Tourist rush leads to heavy traffic congestion on MandiKulluManali highway; police deployed
BROs Project Deepak Celebrates 66 Years of Service in the Himalayas
New Delhi, May 4: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated the 66th anniversary of Project Deepak on Monday. Established in 1961, Project Deepak is one of BROs oldest and most significant initiatives. Its responsibilities span across the challenging and sensitive districts of Himachal Pradesh, including Shimla, Kinnaur, Kullu, and Lahaul-Spiti. According to the Ministry of ... Read more BROs Project Deepak Celebrates 66 Years of Service in the Himalayas
