Shimla, July 19 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh’s rugged and mountainous Pangi Valley has emerged as a model of sustainable development after being declared the state’s first natural farming sub‑division, the government said on Sunday. Supported by a Rs 5 crore revolving fund and an assured minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 60 per kg for naturally grown barley, the initiative promotes chemical‑free and climate‑resilient agriculture in the tribal belt.The government aims to develop tribal regio…
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Shimla, June 30 (IANS) The southwest monsoon on Tuesday reached the Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh, said the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) Shimla office. Its normal arrival in the state is June 26, and last year it hit the state on June 20. The monsoon covered the entire Kinnaur district, most parts of Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti districts, many parts of Shimla and Mandi districts, and some parts of Sirmaur and Kangra districts, it said in a statement.The Met office said conditions are…
Dharamsala, June 12 (IANS) With the opening One Day International (ODI) match between India and Afghanistan is slated on Saturday at the iconic cricket stadium in Dharamsala, one of the most beautiful grounds located at an altitude of 4,000 feet above sea level, cricket and spirituality came together in a unique Himachali way. Former Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) President and Member of Parliament Anurag Thakur accompanying cricket body office-bearers on Friday sought blessings of …
New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Weather conditions across India have begun shifting once again under the influence of an active western disturbance, bringing light to moderate rainfall and a noticeable dip in daytime temperatures across several parts of North and Northwest India.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for stormy weather in at least 11 states, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar. Wind speeds in some regions are expected to reach up to 85 kmph. A yellow alert…