Solan: The School of Media and Communications at Shoolini University hosted an inspiring expert talk by Mrs. Sunaini Guleria Sharma , an eminent ethnomusicologist, singer, and creative director. Her engaging session centred around the importance of being real, original, and empathetic not only in the field of journalism but also in everyday life. Addressing the … Read more

Himachal Govt Announces 3% DA Hike for Employees, Pensioners Ahead of Diwali
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Shimla: In a pre-Diwali announcement on Wednesday, Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said state government employees and pensioners will receive a 3 percent Dearness Allowance (DA) increase. The new allowance will be included in October’s salaries and pensions, payable in November. He added that arrears for the period from April to September 2025 will … Read more

High-Density Orchard Success at 12,000 ft showcased in Kinnaur
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Shimla: Apple Day 2.0 was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the high-altitude demonstration orchard in Malling, showcasing remarkable innovation in apple cultivation at over 3,556 meters above sea level. The event was jointly organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kinnaur and the Regional Horticultural Research and Training Station (RHRTS), Sharbo of Dr. YS Parmar University … Read more

Farmers Trained on Biological Control of Crop Pests in Lahaul and Spiti
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Shimla: The Department of Entomology, Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, Solan, organized two farmer training camps this week in the villages of Sumnam and Mooring of Lahaul and Spiti district. The programmes were held under the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Biological Control with the primary aim … Read more

Youth Volunteers Distribute Warm Clothes to Solan Families Amid Cold Snap
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Solan: Volunteers from the National Youth Project (NYP) of Himachal Pradesh have distributed warm clothing to families living in slum areas along the Solan bypass, offering relief from a sudden drop in temperature. The effort is part of the nationwide “Seva Week,” which began on October 2. Yashpal Kapoor, the NYP Himachal coordinator, said that … Read more

World Heart Day celebrated with awareness activities at Shoolini University
Solan: Shoolini University celebrated World Heart Day with various awareness activities initiated by Ms. Poonam Nanda, Director, Sustainability and Community Projects at Shoolini University. The event was managed by the students and aimed to spread the powerful message that even young hearts need care, and small lifestyle choices made today can help build a healthier … Read more

PEC demands probe into Uttarakhand scribe’s mysterious death
Geneva, 30 September 2025: Press Emblem Campaign (PEC), the global media safety and rights body, expresses concern over the mysterious death of an Indian scribe based in Uttarakhand and demanded a fair probe into the circumstance that led to the untimely demise of Rajeev Pratap Singh. The body of Rajeev (36) was recovered from Joshiyara … Read more

Kisan Mela Highlights Scope of Medicinal Plants for Farmers
Solan: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Shimla, under the aegis of Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, in collaboration with the Himalayan Forest Research Institute (HFRI), Shimla, organized a Kisan Mela at Rohru. The event was graced by Rohru MLA Mohan Lal Bragta as the Chief Guest, while Padma Shri … Read more