Watch: Tourists Start Visiting Lahaul-Spiti As Snowfall Blankets Himachal, Temperatures drop
Chamba witnessed a temperature decline, with its maximum temperature falling around 14 degrees below the seasonal average. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms and lightning across ten districts, including Shimla, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba, Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Solan and Sirmaur.
Man found hanging in Nagrota, declared dead
Jammu Tawi, October 11: A 33-year-old man was found hanging at his residence under suspicious circumstances in the Nagrota area of Jammu. The deceased has been identified as Masoom Ali Khan, originally from Mohalla Hardaspura, Tehsil Chamba, Mugla, and currently residing at Kamini Market in Nagrota. According to the information received, the man was found [] The post Man found hanging in Nagrota, declared dead appeared first on Northlines .
Are Students Protesting in Delhi Dacoits From Chambal?: Dipke's Father Slam Govt
Abhijeet's mother Anita Dipke also criticised the crackdown on the protesters.
Are they Chambal dacoits? Dipke
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: CJP convenor Abhijeet Dipkes parents on Saturday accused the government of not respecting democracy as they questioned the detention of their son and the deployment of a large police force, asking whether students are Chambal dacoits. Police launched a sweeping crackdown in the national capital, detaining Abhijeet Dipke, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee and nearly Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Cockroach Janata Party convenor Abhijeet Dipke's parents criticised the government over his detention and the police crackdown on protesters in Delhi. His father questioned the heavy security deployment and defended the right to protest without permission, while his mother condemned his alleged detention aboard a flight. Police detained around 500 protesters.
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve security to be strengthened; action ordered against illegal mining
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 9 (IANS) Additional Chief Secretary, Forest, Environment and Climate Change Department, Anand Kumar chaired a review meeting in Sawai Madhopur on Friday to discuss measures for protecting Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, curbing illegal mining in the reserve and Chambal River areas, and strengthening wildlife monitoring and tourism facilities. The meeting focused on implementing the recommendations and directions of the Central Empowered Committee (CEC), constituted by the Supreme Court. Discussions also covered wildlife conservation, forest protection, encroachment and improvements in tourism management. Those present included Chief Wildlife Warden K.C.A. Arun Prasad, District Collector Kana Ram, District Superintendent of Police Jyeshtha Maitreyi, senior Forest Department officials and representatives of other concerned departments. Anand Kumar directed officials to identify vehicles involved in illegal mining and take legal action against those responsible. He also instructed authorities to register FIRs in appropriate cases and strengthen coordination among departments. Special directions were issued regarding tractors, trolleys, dumpers and other vehicles operating without number plates. Officials were asked to take action against such vehicles, prevent fuel stations from supplying fuel to them and prohibit the practice of dispensing petrol or diesel in the open. The Additional Chief Secretary also emphasised the need to make CCTV cameras operational promptly at sensitive locations within forest areas with the assistance of the Information Technology Department. He called for stronger routine and joint patrolling, along with additional security arrangements wherever necessary. The meeting reviewed measures to identify and demarcate land parcels affected by encroachment around the Chambal River Gharial Sanctuary and protect ecologically sensitive locations. Officials were directed to examine records relating to alleged illegal construction and commercial activities near Ranthambore Tiger Reserve and initiate action in accordance with the applicable rules. They were also instructed to resolve pending matters within stipulated timelines. The meeting discussed measures to make Ranthambore's safari booking system more secure and transparent, improve the management of the official website and strengthen cyber security. Another key issue was the proposed arrangement to display information on LED screens at Ganesh Dham. The screens are intended to provide tourists with details about local attractions, safari bookings and rules governing entry into wildlife areas. The Additional Chief Secretary directed all concerned departments to ensure compliance with the Supreme Court's and the CEC's directions and submit progress reports within the prescribed timeframe. He stressed that effective coordination among departments was essential to protect forests and wildlife, control illegal mining and encroachment, and ensure the orderly operation of tourism activities. Senior officials attending the meeting included Chief Conservator of Forests S.P. Singh, Deputy Conservator of Forests Manas Singh, Deputy Conservator of Forests (Social Forestry) Sunil Kumar, District Council CEO Mohit Kasnia and representatives of other relevant departments.
Delhi-NCR likely to witness light rain, strong winds; AQI remains moderate to poor
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The plains of North India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana, may experience light rain, overcast skies, and strong winds over the next few days as weather conditions change amid the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon. Cyclonic activity associated with the retreating monsoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall over the next three days, particularly across Uttarakhand, Bihar and Jharkhand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for 14 states, warning of heavy showers in several regions. The effects of the retreating monsoon are likely to be felt across West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand over the next three to four days. Meanwhile, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are expected to receive heavy rainfall between October 9 and 11. Delhi, Punjab and Haryana are likely to witness cloudy skies and light rain till October 14. Western and eastern Uttar Pradesh may receive rainfall from October 9 to 11. Light rain is expected in eastern Rajasthan on October 12, while Delhi-NCR may experience light showers accompanied by strong winds on October 10 and 11. Western Rajasthan is also likely to witness strong winds on October 11. According to the IMD, Uttarakhand is likely to receive heavy rainfall till October 14, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may experience heavy showers on Friday and Saturday and again on October 13 and 14. In Uttarakhand, districts including Pithoragarh, Chamoli and Rudraprayag have been placed under a heavy rain alert. The department has advised pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham Yatra, particularly those visiting Kedarnath and Badrinath, to remain vigilant. In Himachal Pradesh, Chamba, Kullu, Manali and Shimla are likely to receive rainfall on October 13 and 14. Jammu and Kashmir may also witness significant weather changes, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds forecast in areas including Doda, Pulwama, Anantnag, Poonch, Udhampur and Srinagar. Bihar and Jharkhand are likely to receive light to moderate rainfall in some areas till October 11. Patna, Ranchi and Dhanbad are among the places where thunderstorms and lightning are possible. The IMD has also warned of heavy rainfall in Bihar and the Gangetic plains of West Bengal. Rainfall is expected to continue in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura until October 14. Eastern Madhya Pradesh may receive rain till October 11, while Chhattisgarh is likely to witness showers on October 14. Rewa, Satna and Shahdol in eastern Madhya Pradesh may experience rainfall accompanied by winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate to poor categories, with monitoring stations recording varying levels of pollution. Dwarka Sector 8 recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 231, followed by R.K. Puram at 219, Punjabi Bagh at 211, Narela at 210, and Pusa and NSUT Jaffarpur at 203 each. Other stations, including Burari, Badarpur, Mandir Marg, Aya Nagar, CRRI Mathura Road, Chandni Chowk, JNU, Burari Crossing, Ashok Vihar, Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range, Jahangirpuri and Rohini, recorded AQI readings ranging from 115 to 198.
Rajasthan Police team attacked in Sawai Madhopur by sand mafia
Digital Desk | Jaipur, Oct 7 (IANS) A series of attacks on teams taking action against illegal sand and gravel mining in Rajasthan show no signs of abating, as a few days after the alleged killing of a forest ranger in Pratapgarh, another incident has been reported from Sawai Madhopur, where a tractor-trolley allegedly carrying illegally mined gravel struck a police constable attempting to stop it. A police constable was seriously injured after being struck by a tractor-trolley allegedly carrying illegally mined gravel in Rajasthans Sawai Madhopur district. An elderly woman was also injured in the incident, which took place in the Chauth Ka Barwara police station area. According to police, Constable Surendra Singh and other personnel from the Chauth Ka Barwara police station were returning from a routine patrol on Tuesday morning. At around 9 a.m., while the team was on Bhedola Road, they noticed a suspicious tractor-trolley approaching at high speed from the direction of Chauth Ka Barwara. Surendra Singh signalled the driver to stop. Instead of slowing down, the driver allegedly accelerated and struck the constable. Singh fell onto the road, after which the vehicles wheel ran over his leg, leaving him seriously injured. An approximately 85-year-old woman, identified as Jumi, was also struck as she was walking along the roadside carrying fodder for livestock. The driver fled the spot with the tractor-trolley following the incident. With the help of local residents and police personnel, both injured persons were taken to a nearby Community Health Centre (CHC). After receiving first aid, the critically injured constable was referred to the district hospital and later shifted to Jaipur for further treatment. Ajit Kumar, Station House Officer of Chauth Ka Barwara police station, said a case has been registered in connection with the incident, including the alleged attempt to run over the constable and the illegal mining and transportation of gravel. Police teams are conducting raids in the surrounding areas to locate the absconding driver. The incident comes amid heightened judicial scrutiny of illegal gravel mining in the Chambal river region. The Supreme Court recently granted Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh two weeks to comply with directions concerning the ban on illegal mining in the Chambal region and to submit compliance reports. A bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath, Justice Augustine George Masih and Justice Sandeep Mehta is hearing the matter. During the proceedings, the Rajasthan government also submitted a report detailing action taken following the death of Forest Ranger Pratap Singh Chundawat, who was allegedly run over by a dumper truck while attempting to stop illegal mining in Pratapgarh on the night of September 21. The latest incident in Sawai Madhopur underscores the continuing risks faced by police and enforcement teams confronting illegal mining operations in Rajasthan, despite increased judicial scrutiny and government action.
SC seeks report on Chambal sand mining, calls impact on ecosystem disastrous
SC orders halt to riverbed sand mining, seeks report
The Supreme Court has directed the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) to submit a report on sand mining from riverbeds, highlighting its disastrous impact on river ecosystems. The court also ordered Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh to file compliance affidavits regarding measures against illegal sand mining in and around the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary, following concerns over environmental damage and a forest ranger's death.
Chamba school principal suspended over objectionable remarks, fund misuse
Seema Kumari Returns to Chamba with Bronze Medal from Asian Games
Seema Kumari celebrated her bronze medal win at the Asian Games with a warm welcome in Chamba, expressing gratitude and ambition for gold. Seema Kumari Returns to Chamba with Bronze Medal from Asian Games
Himachal records 41st lowest monsoon rainfall since 1901
Digital Desk | Shimla, Oct 3 (IANS) The southwest monsoon withdrew from Himachal Pradesh on Saturday, against the normal withdrawal date of Sept 25, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) centre here announced. However, the Himalayan state recorded its 41st lowest monsoon rainfall since 1901. This year, the monsoon entered the state on June 30 and covered the entire state by July 1, seven days later than its normal arrival date of June 25. The IMD said the southwest monsoon seasonal (June to September) rainfall was normal over the state, with 652.3 mm of actual rainfall against the normal 734.4 mm, reflecting a departure of minus 11 per cent. The districts of Kinnaur, Una, Bilaspur, Kullu, Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, Sirmaur and Solan received normal precipitation. In contrast, Hamirpur district received deficient precipitation, and the remote Lahaul-Spiti district received very deficient precipitation. This year, Himachal Pradesh recorded the 41st lowest monsoon rainfall of 652.3 mm during the monsoon season in the last 125 years. However, the highest rainfall of 1,314.6 mm was recorded in 1922 during the period from 1901 to 2026. The IMD said the state received scattered to fairly widespread precipitation on many days in August. Active monsoon activity was recorded on five days, namely Aug 5, 7, 11, 19 and 31, while weak monsoon activity prevailed on 11 days: Aug 2, 3, 9, 13, 14, 21, 25, 27, 28, 29 and 30. The state received very heavy rainfall at isolated places in Sirmaur and Bilaspur districts on Aug 4, in Sirmaur and Una districts on Aug 5, in Kangra district on Aug 15, and in Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur and Kangra districts on Aug 19. The IMD said Himachal Pradesh received normal precipitation, with a departure of minus 17 per cent, recording 212.5 mm of actual rainfall against the normal 256.8 mm rainfall in August. Kangra district received the highest precipitation of 658.0 mm, while Lahaul-Spiti district received the lowest precipitation of 27.8 mm during the period. Sirmaur district recorded the highest positive rainfall departure of 17 per cent, while Lahaul-Spiti district recorded the highest negative rainfall departure of minus 76 per cent.
Five new sites added to India's Unesco Tentative List, taking tally to 78
Four sites, including Udaigiri Caves, in Madhya Pradesh and places linked to Satyagraha, present both in India and South Africa, are the five new additions to UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage for India, officials said on Tuesday. PIB Culture, in a post on X, described it as a proud milestone for the country's heritage. India's UNESCO Tentative List now has 78 sites, with 5 additions: Bagh Cave Paintings, Group of Temples of the Chambal Valley, Udaigiri Caves, Ginnorgarh, and the India-South Africa serial transnational proposal, Sites of Satyagraha. A proud milestone for India's rich heritage, it posted. The Udaigiri hill in Madhya Pradesh contains a rock-cut sacred ensemble developed primarily under Gupta patronage between the late 4th and early 5th centuries, according to the UNESCO website. The site includes twenty excavated caves, sculptural panels, inscriptions, circulation paths, rock surfaces bearing early marks and inscriptions, and associated topographical and ..
Four MP sites added to UNESCO tentative list, total reaches 19
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 29 (IANS) Four more historical sites from Madhya Pradesh have been included in UNESCOs tentative list of World Heritage sites, raising the states tally to 19. The newly added sites are the Bagh Caves in Dhar, Ginnaurgarh Fort in the Ratapani region, the Bateshwar-Padavali-Kakramath temple complex in Morena, and the Udayagiri Caves in Vidisha. Inclusion in the tentative list is the first formal step toward possible inscription on the World Heritage List. Sites on the list undergo detailed evaluation and other procedures before a final decision is taken. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated the people of Madhya Pradesh on the development. On his X handle, he said the addition offers an opportunity to further the global recognition of the states rich historical heritage and stressed the need for collective efforts to conserve and promote these treasures. Fifteen historical and natural sites from Madhya Pradesh were already on UNESCOs tentative list. These include Gwalior Fort, Bhojeshwar Mahadev Temple, the rock art sites of the Chambal Valley, Khuni Bhandara, the Gond monuments of Ramnagar, the Dhamnar group, Bhedaghat-Lametaghat, Satpura Tiger Reserve, the historic ensemble of Orchha, and the monuments of Mandu, among others. The Bagh Caves form a group of nine Buddhist rock-cut caves developed between the 4th and 6th centuries. The murals in Cave No. 4 are especially notable, offering valuable insights into the social life and culture of that period. Ginnaurgarh Fort, located in the Ratapani area, exemplifies Gond architecture and traditional water management systems. Its natural defences provided by the hilly terrain, along with fortifications and stepwells, are among its key features. The Bateshwar-Padavali-Kakramath complex in Morena displays the varied architectural styles of temples built between the 8th and 11th centuries. The Bateshwar temple cluster, the intricate carvings at Padavali, and the distinctive design of Kakramath together make the site historically significant. The Udayagiri Caves in Vidisha were an important centre of religious and political expression during the Gupta period. The site consists of 20 rock-cut caves, with the celebrated Varaha statue standing out as a major highlight. The latest additions strengthen Madhya Pradeshs position as a major repository of Indias cultural and architectural legacy on the global stage.
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Dev Prabhakar Singh Tomar secured All India Rank 629 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 after several setbacks. An IIT Ropar Electrical Engineering graduate, Tomar had worked in the Netherlands before quitting his job to prepare for UPSC. His journey took him through multiple failed attempts, a teaching job in Delhi and renewed preparation before finally clearing the examination.
Very heavy rain alert issued in 13 districts of Madhya Pradesh
Digital Desk | Bhopal, Sep 26 (IANS) A very heavy rainfall alert has been issued on Saturday in thirteen districts of Madhya Pradesh. According to the Bhopal Weather Centre of the India Meteorological Department, a depression over northeast Madhya Pradesh and adjoining north Chhattisgarh continued to bring widespread rainfall across large parts of the state, with very heavy downpours recorded at several locations in the past 24 hours. According to observations recorded on Saturday morning, very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds (4050 km/h) is likely at isolated places in Datia, Bhind, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Umaria, Katni, Jabalpur, Panna, Damoh, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh and Niwari. Heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places in Shivpuri, Gwalior, Morena, Singrauli, Mauganj, Anuppur, Shahdol, Narsinghpur, Mandla, Sagar and Maihar. Also, rainfall occurred at most places in Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions, at many places in Gwalior and Chambal divisions, at a few places in Bhopal, Indore and Narmadapuram divisions, and at isolated places in Ujjain division. Maximum temperatures remained markedly below normal by 4.55.1 degrees Celsius in Gwalior and Sagar divisions and by 2.03.8 degrees C in Bhopal, Chambal and Jabalpur divisions. Minimum temperatures were also below normal by 5.98.0 degrees C in Gwalior, Rewa, Jabalpur, Shahdol and Sagar divisions. The highest rainfall amounts included Bichhia (191.8 mm), Ajaigarh (180.2 mm), Amarkantak (148.0 mm), Panna (143.2 mm) and Bajag (143.0 mm). Heavy rainfall was reported from Rajnagar (112.6 mm), Niwas (110.8 mm) and several other stations. Gusty winds reached 59 km/h at Anuppur and 52 km/h at Sagar. Thunderstorms with lightning occurred across Shahdol, Jabalpur, Narmadapuram, Sagar, Rewa, Chambal and Gwalior divisions as well as in Vidisha, Raisen, Ratlam, Jhabua, Dhar, Barwani and Khargone districts. The depression, centred near 70 km south-southwest of Sidhi district, is very likely to move north-northwestwards towards southeast Uttar Pradesh by Saturday evening and then weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area. The forecast for Sunday, September 27 indicates rainfall or thunderstorms with lightning at most places in Datia, Bhind, Singrauli, Sidhi, Rewa, Satna, Anuppur, Shahdol, Umaria, Dindori, Katni, Jabalpur, Mandla, Panna, Damoh, Sagar, Chhatarpur, Tikamgarh, Niwari and Maihar districts. Authorities have advised people to stay away from low-lying and flood-prone areas, avoid underpasses and overflowing bridges, and secure temporary structures. For Bhopal and the neighbourhood, the sky is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and rain. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 29 degrees C and 21 degrees C respectively.
His grandfather was a Chambal 'baaghi': Meet Dev Prabhakar Singh Tomar who secured UPSC Rank 629
Researchers document first human deaths by Caspian cobra in India
A case report in Epidemiology International documents the first confirmed human deaths from Naja oxiana, also called the Central Asian cobra, with two deaths and two survivals recorded in Himachal Pradeshs Chamba district
Researchers document first human deaths by Caspian cobra in India
A case report in Epidemiology International documents the first confirmed human deaths from Naja oxiana, also called the Central Asian cobra, with two deaths and two survivals recorded in Himachal Pradeshs Chamba district
Chamba-Killar Road In Himachal Pradesh Declared Strategic Project Of National Importance: BJP MP
BSF Vehicle Flips on Jammu-Srinagar Highway, Injuring 5 Personnel
The BSF vehicle was part of a Jammu-bound convoy, and the accident occurred near Chamba-Seri along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway, officials added.
Five BSF Personnel Injured As Vehicle Overturns On Jammu-Srinagar Highway
RAMBAN/JAMMU, Sept 19: Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel were injured after a vehicle carrying them overturned on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Ramban district on Saturday, police officials said. The BSF vehicle was part of a Jammu-bound convoy when the accident occurred near Chamba-Seri along the highway, officials said. A rescue operation was launched [] The post Five BSF Personnel Injured As Vehicle Overturns On Jammu-Srinagar Highway appeared first on Northlines .
Five BSF personnel injured as truck turns turtle on NH-44 in Ramban
Banihal, Sep 19: Five BSF personnel were injured after a BSF truck travelling from Kashmir towards Jammu turned turtle on National Highway-44 near Chamba Seri in Ramban district on Saturday. Soon after the accident, the injured personnel were evacuated from the spot and shifted to District Hospital Ramban with the assistance of Army, police and CRPF personnel, local residents, and fellow BSF personnel. Hospital authorities said all five injured personnel were undergoing treatment. Four of them were stated to be out of danger, while the driver, Shamim Ahmed of Karnah, Kashmir, reportedly sustained serious injuries in the accident. The injured have been identified as Sunil Kumar, son of Ramesh Lal, a resident of Jammu, aged 35; Parshtum Kumar, son of Paratem Chand, a resident of Jammu, aged 36; Chandan Yadhav, son of Ravender Yadhav, a resident of Bengal, aged 38; driver Shamim Ahmed, son of Abdul Qayoom, a resident of Karnah, Kashmir, aged 38; and Sub-Inspector Ghar Singh, son of Mela Ram, a resident of Jammu. Police have taken cognisance of the incident, while further details regarding the cause of the accident are awaited.
BSF vehicle overturns on Jammu-Srinagar highway; 5 personnel injured
Five Border Security Force personnel sustained injuries when their vehicle overturned on Saturday. The accident occurred near Chamba-Seri along the Jammu-Srinagar national highway. The BSF vehicle was part of a Jammu-bound convoy at the time of the incident. Injured personnel were promptly evacuated to a local hospital for medical attention. The driver, from Kupwara, is reported to be in serious condition.
Chambals new limited-edition pink gin is inspired by the Western Ghats
Bapuna Alcobrews Chambal follows its spiced original with The Banjara Trail: Travellers Edition, a limited-edition pink gin at 42.8% ABV built on orange, hibiscus and kokum, proving that Indian gins are not fad. They are here to stay
Chambals new limited-edition pink gin is inspired by the Western Ghats
Bapuna Alcobrews Chambal follows its spiced original with The Banjara Trail: Travellers Edition, a limited-edition pink gin at 42.8% ABV built on orange, hibiscus and kokum, proving that Indian gins are not fad. They are here to stay
Watch: Snow-clearance work underway on Bairagarh-Sach Pass-Killar road in Chamba
Snow-clearance work is underway on the Bairagarh-Sach Pass-Killar road in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh.
President's diplomatic menu gets Himachali flavour with traditional hill cuisines
Digital Desk | Shimla, Sep 16 (IANS) Indias diplomatic dining experience at Rashtrapati Bhavan is set to acquire a distinct Himachali touch, with traditional cuisines from the Himalayan state -- with a touch of nature's earthiness and the unmistakable aroma of guchhi, one of the worlds most prized morel mushrooms grown in high mountains -- being introduced to the menu for visiting dignitaries and elite guests after a special culinary training programme conducted by a government chef from Himachal Pradesh. Acclaimed chef Nand Lal Sharma, Consultant (Food and Beverage) with Himachal Tourism and President of the Himachal Chef Association, was invited by the Presidents Secretariat to train cooks at Rashtrapati Bhavan in authentic Himachali cuisines. During his week-long stay, he showcased traditional dishes from the Kangra and Mandi regions, highlighting the culinary heritage of the hills through recipes rooted in local ingredients, slow-cooking techniques and generations-old traditions. The most popular dham, a multi-course traditional saatvik (vegetarian) feast served by sitting together on the ground on special occasions like weddings and festivals and eating without forks or spoons, is prepared by Bhotis, the Brahmin chefs who have traditionally been cooking for generations. Most of the utensils used for cooking are made from copper or brass. For us, Himachali food is soul-rooted in Himalayan cultures and preserving its authenticity, as every dish has its meaning, and then showcasing culinary diversity of the mountain communities on the diplomatic table is the aim of my Rashtrapati Bhavans visit, Sharma told IANS in an interview on Wednesday. He cooked lip-smacking and mouth-watering recipes of the Kangra and Mandi regions, popularly known as Kangri and Mandiali dishes, during his weeklong stay in Rashtrapati Bhavan. Sharma, the President of the Himachal Chef Association, said that during his stay in the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the food is served on pattals (broad leaves of a tree); rice first and then a round of other items. According to him, he also got an opportunity to train one personal chef of President Droupadi Murmu, besides three others. Sharma, who got an opportunity to interact with the President, said she liked the gucchi recipe most. Gucchi, or Morchella Esculenta, is a mushroom variety that grows naturally on snowy slopes. In Himachal Pradesh, gucchi is grown in dense deodar forests mainly in the interiors of Shimla, Chamba, Kullu and Mandi districts. Since its trade is not regulated by the government, there is no estimation about its overall production. Villagers have permission from the Forest Department to collect gucchi, which falls under the category of minor forest produce. The Presidents office, in a missive to the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation Managing Director on July 16, asked him to depute Sharma to train cooks at Rashtrapati Bhavan in local and Himachali cuisines. During the recent visit of the Honourable President of India to Mashobra, Shimla, it was found that Shri Nand Lal Sharma has great expertise in local cuisines and the Honourable President of India was highly appreciative of this, reads the letter. For me it was a profound honour and, of course, a truly humbling experience to showcase our food cultures that will help connect communities across the Himalayan state, Sharma told IANS. In Himachal, the main course of Mandiali dishes comprises rajmah, kale chane ka khatta (sour), maa ki dal cooked in spices with generous amounts of desi ghee, karahi, sepu vadi, kaddu (red pumpkin) ka mitha (sweet) and a bowl of rice. The traditional multi-course meal of the Kangra Valley has mandra (spiced vegetable and yoghurt curry), mahni (spicy sweet and sour curry), maah, chana dal (split Bengal gram with fennel seeds), budane ka mitha (sweet), rainthla (date and spinach curry) and rice. Meethe chawal, or sweet-spiced fragrant rice, is a common dessert in Kangra. Sharma, the former chief chef at Hotel Holiday Home in Shimla, said the President, who relishes only a vegetarian diet without onion and garlic, liked bathu ki kheer, a special dessert prepared with chenopodium seeds grown in high reaches, milk and sugar. Also, the President liked the classic dish sepu vadi -- urad dal dumplings fried and then simmered in curd gravy. (Vishal Gulati can be contacted at vishal.g@ians.in)
When Manoj Bajpayee spoke about spending time with real life dacoit
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 14 (IANS) The National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee once spoke about spending time with dacoit Maan Singh. A clip from one of Kapil Sharmas shows has recently resurfaced on the Internet. In the clip, the show host asked the actor if he has ever been in touch with a dacoit. The actor reminisced about working on Bandit Queen when he was assigned to shadow dacoit Maan Singh by director Shekhar Kapur. Talking about the same, the actor said, Maan Singh used to live with me when I was in Bandit King. Shekhar Kapur told me to study him. So, I followed him. When we used to come back in the car or it used to get dark after the pack-up, he used to come with us. Maan Singh never used to sit like how normally we sit in a car. He used to The car is be very vigilant while sitting in the car. He was a smart guy. And he used to tell the driver, Drive fast. Drive fast. Drive fast, slow down. Slow down. I asked him what he was doing. He said, Old enmity can come at any time, he added. Bandit Queen was based on the life of Phoolan Devi, who became one of Indias most notorious bandits before entering politics. The film starred Seema Biswas in a breakthrough performance, and portrayed Phoolan Devis traumatic childhood, forced marriage, sexual violence, caste oppression, and eventual transformation into a feared figure in the Chambal ravines. The film explores the social and personal forces that shaped her life. Its uncompromising depiction of violence and sexual abuse generated significant controversy, including objections from Phoolan Devi herself. Despite the debates surrounding its accuracy and graphic content, Bandit Queen received widespread critical acclaim and international recognition.
MP: CM Yadav slams Congress leadership while highlighting Ladli Behna benefits
Digital Desk | Agar Malwa (Madhya Pradesh), Sep 13 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday strongly criticised the Congress leadership, including Rahul Gandhi and the Nehru-Gandhi family, while addressing a large gathering during the distribution of funds under the Ladli Behna Yojana in Agar Malwa. Yadav said a leader was coming to the state bringing an echo of lies. He alleged that neither Rahul Gandhi nor his mother, grandfather, maternal uncle, nor the entire family had ever done any good for the country, yet he now sought to speak for the people and the youth. The Chief Minister claimed the public knew the truth well and questioned why Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and later leaders never contested elections from Delhi. He said they avoided Delhi because people there knew them too well, choosing Raebareli and Amethi instead, and that Rahul Gandhi had now moved to Wayanad. Yadav mocked the decision, saying people joked he went to Kerala only because the sea stopped him from going further. He accused the Congress of pointing fingers at the judiciary and the armed forces, while claiming that Indias democracy and technological advances, including the Election Commissions systems, had earned global recognition, with even US President Donald Trump referring to Indias ID card model. Turning to the scheme, Yadav said the government had transferred more than Rs 55,000 crore into the accounts of beneficiaries under Ladli Behna Yojana despite earlier Congress hollow claims that the scheme would fail due to lack of funds. He said that around four lakh women in the state were now setting up small and medium enterprises, evolving from self-help group members into entrepreneurs, Namo Didis and Lakhpati Didis. Highlighting local development, the Chief Minister said Agar Malwa had transformed from an area of scattered houses and poor roads under previous Congress rule into a developing urban centre. He mentioned improved connectivity allowing travel to Ujjain in 40 minutes, upcoming four-lane roads and a Rs 4,000 crore potato-based industry. Over 10,000 sisters from Agar alone were benefiting from the scheme, he added, and announced a law college building in the area linked to the Baba Baijnath shrine. Yadav also recalled the BJP governments success in eliminating Naxalism in Balaghat and the dacoit menace in the Chambal region under previous BJP chief ministers. He maintained that the government was working continuously for the welfare of women, farmers, youth and the poor.
45 Years On, MP High Court Questions Relevance Of Chambal Bandit Law
The petition alleged that Sections 11 and 13 of the Act are being misused by the police by adding them even in cases involving personal enmity, minor land and property disputes or petty assaults.
BJP ends 23-year Congress hold on Shimla Zila Parishad
The BJP has secured control of the Shimla Zila Parishad after a 23-year gap. This victory gives the party significant political leverage ahead of upcoming elections. The BJP now leads eleven of Himachal Pradesh's twelve Zila Parishads. Congress retains control of only the Chamba Zila Parishad. This outcome adds to the Congress government's organizational concerns.
Dupatta Saves Biker From Flash Flood In Chamba, Rescue Caught On Camera
Two women, including a newlywed, used a dupatta as a makeshift rope and extended it towards the stranded biker. He managed to grab hold of the cloth while the family members pulled him towards safer ground.
Jail CCTV Was Offline The Day Rajasthan Dacoit Was Killed, Court Takes Note
Chambal dacoit Jagan Gurjar was murdered by his cellmate inside a high-security jail in Rajasthan's Ajmer.
67 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh, 'yellow' warning issued for heavy rain
A total of 67 roads have been closed to vehicular traffic as light to moderate rains persist in various parts of Himachal Pradesh. The Shimla Meteorological Office issued a yellow warning on Friday for heavy rains in isolated areas of the state from August 31 to September 3. As of Friday evening, the closures included 27 roads in Mandi, 16 in Kullu, seven in Kangra, six in Sirmaur, four in Una, three each in Chamba and Shimla, and one in Lahaul and Spiti district. Additionally, 12 power transformers have been obstructed, according to the state emergency operations centre. In the past 24 hours, since Thursday evening, Nahan received 51 mm of rain followed by Berthin 34.8 mm, Dhaulakuan 34.5 mm, Dharamshala 30.3 mm, Naina Devi 28.2 mm and Guler 20.1 mm. Between August 1 and 28, the state has received 203.8 mm of rainfall, compared to the normal of 241.4 mm, resulting in a 14 per cent deficit. Since the onset of the monsoon on June 30, approximately 103 people have died in rain-relat
CM Mohan Yadav Highlights the Fertility and Prosperity of Chambal Region
Bhind, August 26: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has made a significant announcement for Bhind, stating that the Chambal region is not only fertile but also sustainable and profitable. He inaugurated the fourth new unit of Godrej Consumer Products Limited in the industrial area of Malanpur, Bhind district. The company has invested over 450 ... Read more CM Mohan Yadav Highlights the Fertility and Prosperity of Chambal Region
PM Modi to virtually engage with Kangra and Chamba athletes on National Sports Day
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Magnitude 3.5 earthquake strikes Leh in Ladakh
Leh, Ladakh, was jolted by a 3.5 magnitude earthquake early Monday, with the tremor registering at a depth of 120 km. Earlier in the day, Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, felt a lesser quake of 3.0 magnitude at 3:40 AM. This followed a stronger 4.6 magnitude quake that rattled the Leh area the previous day, highlighting the region's seismic vulnerability.
Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued in Himachal Pradesh as Monsoon Resurfaces
Shimla, August 18: The monsoon has become active once again in Himachal Pradesh. The Meteorological Department has forecast light to moderate rainfall across various regions of the state over the next four to five days. An orange alert has been issued for Una, Chamba, and Kangra starting Tuesday. Previously, alerts were also issued for Bilaspur, ... Read more Heavy Rainfall Alert Issued in Himachal Pradesh as Monsoon Resurfaces
All the passengers were rescued safely when the ferry boat was towed to the shore by the local administration: Officials
Fuel Runs Out Mid-River: 40 Passengers Panic as Steamer Drifts 8 KM in Swollen Chambal (VIDEO)
Around 40 passengers were briefly stranded on a steamer in the swollen Chambal River after it ran out of diesel in Madhya Pradesh's Bhind district.
3.0 magnitude earthquake strikes Chamba in Himachal Pradesh
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Seven killed and 11 injured in Chamba bus accident amid monsoon rains
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Chamba Bus Accident: 8 Including Driver, Conductor Killed, 10 Injured In Himachal Pradesh
At least eight people killed and 10 were injured after a private bus overturned and fell into a lower road in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district. The driver and conductor also died in the incident that took place on Saturday morning. The
8 Killed, 10 Injured After Private Bus Overturns In Himachal's Chamba District
The bus was carrying 18 passengers at the time of the crash. According to officials, the vehicle overturned and fell onto a lower road below, trapping some passengers underneath the wreckage.
7 killed, 11 injured after private bus overturns on mountain route in Himachal's Chamba
A private bus overturned and fell onto a lower road in Chamba district, killing seven passengers. Eleven others sustained injuries in the accident which occurred near Chalunj Mor on Saturday morning. Locals immediately rushed to assist and informed the police about the developing situation. Rescue operations are currently underway with multiple agencies involved in the search.
Seven killed, 11 injured after passenger bus skids off road in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba
Seven people were killed and 11 others injured after a passenger bus met with a fatal accident near Chaluj Mor on the Tissa-Bairagarh road in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba district on Saturday morning.
7 killed, 11 injured in Himachal accident as bus rolls into 100-feet deep gorge in Chamba
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Irked By Her Pregnancy, Man In Delhi Takes Unmarried Daughter To Agra, Drowns Her
The 52-year-old man, accompanied by a relative, took his 18-year-old daughter to the banks of the Chambal River in Agra and drowned her.
Himachal: Yellow alert for heavy rain till Aug 11; 112 roads closed, devotee killed
Himachal Pradesh faces a yellow alert for heavy rain until August eleventh. One hundred twelve roads remain closed, and infrastructure disruptions are widespread. A devotee died after a boulder struck his vehicle on the Chamba-Bharmour road. Heavy to very heavy rain lashed parts of the state in the past twenty-four hours. Kukumseri recorded the coldest night, while Una experienced the hottest day.
Datia By Poll: Congress Retains Seat; MP BJP Chief Hints At Sabotage
Congress celebrated the by-election victory by distributing sweets and bursting fire crackers in Gwalior-Chambal region of Madhya Pradesh: Reports
Himachal Pradesh: Four Of A Family Killed As Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge In Chamba
The cause of the accident has not yet been ascertained. Preliminary reports suggest the car plunged into the 400-metre-deep gorge after the driver lost control.
Himachal Pradesh: Flood Threat In Seven Districts, Vehicles Buried In Chamba
Flash floods triggered by torrential rains, water and power supply, road transport disrupted
Landslide strikes Himachals Chamba, vehicles buried under debris
Family of five killed as vehicle plunges into gorge in Himachal's Chamba
According to police, preliminary reports suggest the car plunged into the gorge after the driver lost control
The Met office has issued a red warning for heavy rains in Chamba, Kangra, Mandi and Sirmaur districts for July 20 and 21
Former Deputy Superintendent Found Dead in Jharkhand Well
Udaipur, July 13: A shocking incident unfolded in Giridih, Jharkhand, on Monday when the body of Dr. B.N. Jha, the former Deputy Superintendent of the districts sadar hospital, was discovered in a public well located in the Lakhari area. The local police from the Pachamba police station rushed to the scene upon receiving the information ... Read more Former Deputy Superintendent Found Dead in Jharkhand Well
Women Empowered Through Mushroom Farming in Tehri, Uttarakhand
Mumbai, July 11: In Tehri district of Uttarakhand, women are becoming self-reliant through mushroom farming, thanks to government initiatives aimed at boosting their income. Rapid cultivation of mushrooms is taking place across various blocks, including Narendra Nagar, Jaunpur, Kirtinagar, Chamba, and Ghanasali. This initiative is creating new job opportunities and enhancing their economic stability. The ... Read more Women Empowered Through Mushroom Farming in Tehri, Uttarakhand
Avesh Khan Highlights the Importance of Consistency in Cricket Success
New Delhi, June 24: The Madhya Pradesh Premier League (MPL) is nearing its final stages. Fast bowler Avesh Khan, currently out of the Indian team, is part of the Chambal Gharial team, which has performed well this season and is at the top of the table. Avesh emphasized that success in cricket is not solely ... Read more Avesh Khan Highlights the Importance of Consistency in Cricket Success
