Himachal Pradesh

Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh: A devastating road accident occurred in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh on Friday, claiming the lives of at least eight people and injuring several others. The incident took place near Haripur Dhar market in the Renukaji Assembly constituency when a private bus operated by Jeet Coach slipped off the road and plummeted into a nearly 60-meter-deep gorge. According to initial reports, the bus was traveling from Shimla to Kupvi and was reportedly carrying passengers at the time of the accident. The impact was so severe that the bus was reduced to twisted metal, causing panic and chaos in the surrounding area. Witnesses and local residents rushed to the scene and immediately began rescue operations, pulling victims from the wreckage even before official te...

Shimla: Resident doctors at IGMC Shimla have called off their strike following an appeal from Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. The doctors had initiated the strike in protest over an alleged assault on a patient, demanding accountability and action. Assurance of Re-investigation and Revocation of DismissalThe Chief Minister assured the doctors that a thorough re-investigation into the incident would be conducted and confirmed that the dismissal of Dr. Raghav Nirula would be revoked. Sohil Sharma, President of the Resident Doctors’ Association (RDA), stated that the doctors would fully cooperate with the investigation as long as the dismissal order remained revoked. Earlier in the day, CM Sukhu mentioned that government decisions could be reviewed if necessary. ...

Shimla: Renowned mountaineer Anjali Sharma from Himachal Pradesh recently tied the knot with Yves Kaziuka, a civil engineer from Rwanda. Soon after the wedding, a section of social media users began trolling the couple, targeting Yves’ dark complexion with derogatory and racist remarks. Unfazed by the negativity, Anjali responded with calm dignity. Taking to Instagram, she shared two photographs with her husband along with a strong message for the trolls. “It Doesn’t Matter… I Am Truly Happy” In her post, Anjali wrote: “People are saying a lot about me and my husband. But it doesn’t affect me. I am extremely happy with him because he treats me with immense respect and affection. To those who comment without knowing anything about someone’s life—please refrain from doing so.” ...

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: The long-standing dispute over Sanjauli Mosque in Shimla flared up again on Friday, as tensions persisted between Hindu groups and the Muslim community. However, Friday prayers (Jummah) proceeded peacefully, with only a few Muslims attending the mosque. Hindu activists were also present outside the mosque during the prayers. Cleric’s Appeal Eases Situation Amid protests outside the mosque, the cleric appealed to the community to exercise restraint and advised against gathering in large numbers. Local resident Riyasat Ali performed the Jummah prayer at the contested structure. Speaking to the media afterward, he clarified that the administration has not prevented anyone from offering prayers. He added that the mosque cleric advised the community not to pray i...

Anjali Sharma, a renowned name in the world of mountaineering, has recently tied the knot, marking a beautiful union of two hearts from different countries. Known for her extraordinary feats, Anjali has set two world records by climbing mountains in traditional Gaddi attire and a saree, feats celebrated for their courage and uniqueness. A Cross-Cultural Love StoryThe journey of love began in Moscow, Russia, in 2023, when Anjali Sharma, the daring mountaineer from Himachal Pradesh, met Yves Kaziyuka, a civil engineer from Rwanda. Their initial friendship blossomed into love, culminating in a marriage conducted according to Indian traditions. The wedding ceremony beautifully reflected Indian culture and customs. Anjali’s personal journey has been inspiring; after the passing of her father...

Shimla: Mountaineer Anjali Sharma, from Himachal Pradesh, recently tied the knot with Rwandan civil engineer Yves Kajiyuka. However, instead of widespread celebration, their wedding video on social media has sparked a wave of racist and insensitive comments targeting her husband’s skin color. Social Media Backlash The video, shared on Twitter by Nikhil Saini, showcased the couple’s wedding at the Soldier’s Rest House in Dharamshala, highlighting Indian traditions beautifully blended with international customs. Saini praised the union, noting that “love truly knows no borders.” Unfortunately, some social media users responded with offensive remarks about Yves’s skin color. One comment suggested that girls from Himachal should ideally marry lighter-skinned men, while another crossed...