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Himachal Pradesh govt. takes stringent measures to control haphazard construction activities. CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukh expresses concern for environment protection & conservation. Govt. to make construction regulations in green belt areas of Shimla district more stringent. Prohibit construction activities in plots with green/dry trees in Jakhu hills region. Notification to…

Monsoon in Himachal Pradesh caused havoc, leaving 509 dead, 15,000 homeless, and losses exceeding Rs 9,712.50 crore. Govt. announced relief package, spending Rs 4,500 crore, and CM estimated total losses at Rs 12,000 crore. IMD reported 21% excess rainfall, and train service on Shimla-Kalka track resumed. Tourists returning as State…

The Ministry of Earth Sciences, Meterological Centre in Shimla has predicted heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and lightning at isolated places over plains, low and mid hills of the state. Read further on Dynamite News:

Himachal Pradesh govt. decided to provide rented accommodation to those displaced by recent torrential rains. CM Sukhu said rent for two/three-room sets will be paid by State. Rs. 10 crores released for repair of roads in Shimla. Over 400 people lost lives, 13,000 houses damaged, ₹12,000 crore losses due to…

Environmental scientists have expressed their concern over plastic waste damaging the Himalayan ecosystem and biodiversity in the north Indian hill regions like Himachal Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu directed the administration in Shimla to provide assistance to victims.

Heavy rainfall has continued to wreak havoc across Himachal Pradesh with cloudbursts, landslides, and the collapse of buildings and roads in Kullu, Mandi, Shimla and other areas. Nearly 400 people are dead and more than 12,000 houses damaged so far.

During the past 24 hours, Shimla recorded 190 mm of rain, and during one hour, it recorded 60 mm of rain in the morning. Read further on Dynamite News:

Heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Chandigarh cause disruption of normal life, resulting in six deaths, damaged roads, vehicles, and buildings. Over 12,000 houses have been damaged, 40 people are missing, and rivers are in spate. Chief Minister urges people to avoid areas prone to flooding and landslides. Schools…

Developmental strategies for the Himalayan region should prioritise climate resilience instead of solely pursuing unguided infrastructure expansion.

The Shiv temple in Summer Hill area in Shimla was crowded with devotees on August 14, when the landslide struck. Eight persons are still feared buried in the debris.