Current Context : Bir Billing in Kangra district will host the Paragliding World Cup, 2024, from November 02 to 09 2024. For this event, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the official website of Paragliding World Cup. In this cup 130 pilots from nearly 50 countries were expected to take part. World Cup would be organised by the Billing Paragliding Association in collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh govt. ABOUT PARAGLIDING WORLD CUP : The Paragliding World Cup (or PWC for short) is a cross country flying competition for paraglider pilots. It is organized by the Paragliding World Cup Association (PWCA),....Read More

Current Context :An early-warning system alerting the local communities about the presence of an elephant within 100 metre range will soon be set up by the Paonta Sahib forest division. The system will be set up in two villages of the Majra and Girinagar forest ranges as part of the Project Elephant. Aimed at protecting elephants coming to the Col Sher Jung National Park at Simbalbara in Paonta Sahib and the forest areas of Nahan from neighbouring Uttarakhand. ABOUT SIMBALBARA NATIONAL PARK Located in the Paonta Valley of Sirmour District, Himachal Pradesh. It is also known as Sher Jung National....Read More

Current Context : Recently, Auditions for the cultural events of Minjar Fair-2024 began on Monday. BACKGROUND OF MINJAR FAIR Minjar Mela is celebrated in the Chamba valley of Himachal Pradesh, as a commemoration of the victory of the Raja of Chamba over the ruler of Trigarta (now known as Kangra), in 935 AD. It is said that on the return of their victorious king, people greeted him with sherfs of paddy and maize, as gift to symbolize prosperity and happiness. This mela is held on the second Sunday of the Shravana month. The fair is announced by distribution of Minjar....Read More

Recently, BSNL has initiated efforts to introduce 4G services in the remote Miyar valley of tribal Lahaul-Spiti district. Aimed at strengthening telecommunication infrastructure. About Valley Miyar Valley is a remote and scenic valley located in the Western Himalayas. It is a part of the Lahaul Range, located between Pir Panjal and Zanskar Range. The valley is nearly 75 km long and stretches between Udaipur and Kang La Pass. The valley is between 9,300 and 11,500 feet and is known for its stunning Himalayan meadows. The Gaddis, a shepherd tribe, graze their flocks here in the late summer.Read More

Current Context : Himachal Pradesh is accelerating its transition towards becoming a green state by 2026 through a series of ambitious solar energy initiatives. Chief Minister of Himachal underscored this vision during the inauguration of the 5 MW Bhanjal solar power project in Una district. ABOUT BHANJAL SOLAR POWER PROJECT Commissioned by P. Power Corporation Limited. Generate 54 Million Units of Power Annually. Revenue Generation : 3.82 crore The project will also help reduce carbon emissions by 396 tonnes per year. RECENT INITIATIVES FOR SOLAR ENERGY EXPANSION. 32 MW Pekhubela solar power project, completed in a record time of eight....Read More

Current Context : Government of Himachal will  launch a new scheme ‘State Award to Teachers and Head of Schools’. Aim : to recognize and honour the exceptional services rendered by the teachers in the state. Under the scheme, 24 teachers would be awarded in two categories: general areas and tribal/hard areas. 15 awards would be designated for teachers in the general areas and 9 awards would be for teachers in the tribal/hard areas. This initiative is intended to foster an interest in teaching as a career, motivate high-quality teaching and enhance the reputation of educators within the community. It would....Read More

Current Context : Justice Rajiv Shakdher is appointed as the new Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. He will replace Chief Justice M S Ramachandra Rao. Justice Shakdher is presently serving in the Delhi high court. Justice Shakdher was appointed an additional judge of the Delhi high court on April 11, 2008, and made a permanent judge in 2011.Read More

Current Context : Chalda Mahasu Devta to reach Himachal for first time. Chalda Mahasu Devta, a symbol of divine faith for millions, will cross the Tons from Uttarakhand to reach Gawali Pashmi village, situated in Shillai of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh for the first time. Every 12 years, the Chalda Mahasu Devta moves from Shanthi-Bil in Uttarakhand’s Jaunsar region to Pashi-Bil for annual Barwaansh (a special worship). Historically, this journey remained within Uttarakhand. However, for the first time, the deity will reach Himachal Pradesh for a year-long stay. After spending a year in Himachal Pradesh, the Chalda Mahasu Devta will....Read More

Current Context : Shrikhand Mahadev yatra begins on 14 July from Kullu. Shrikhand Mahadev Kailash, also called Shikhar Kailash is one of the toughest pilgrimages in India, is known for Lord Shiva in Hindu Mythology. The yatra is counted among the most difficult pilgrimages of North India. The journey to pay obeisance at the 72-ft-high lingam of Lord Shiva starts from Jaon in Nirmand sub-division of Kullu. Devotees reach the 18,570-ft Shrikhand peak after a 32-km arduous trek, which takes around three to five days. The devotees have to cross many glaciers and slippery narrow paths.Read More

Current Context : Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University gives NOC for transfer of 100 acre land for setting up tourism village in Palampur. It will help promote tourism in Kangra district and generate employment for the local youth. ABOUT TOURISM VILLAGE The Tourism village will be set up by the Tourism Department with the help of Asian Development Bank (ADB). The project is part of CM Sukhvinder Sukhu’s vision to make Kangra tourism capital of the state. Internationally-recognised agencies will be hired for giving shape to the concept of the tourism village.Read More