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Everything you need to know about Dharamsala Ho: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Tibetans faced religious repression: US report

May 21, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Dharamsala, May 21 (IANS) A US report said people of Tibet faced severe religious repression and societal discrimination throughout 2012 in China, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said here Tuesday.

Shimla sizzles at 29.1 degrees

May 19, 2013 at 6:54 PM

Shimla, May 19 (IANS) The hills of Himachal Pradesh were warm Sunday with Una recording a maximum temperature of 43.2 degrees Celsius and state capital Shimla a high of 29.1 degrees Celsius, the weatherman said.

Dalai Lama's abode quiet as Li begins India visit

May 19, 2013 at 1:02 PM

Dharamsala, May 19 (IANS) There were no protests Sunday in this seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile as Chinese Premier Li Keqiang began his India visit.

Kings XI beat table toppers Indians by 50 runs

May 18, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Dharamsala, May 18 (IANS) Playing their final league match, Kings XI Punjab finished on a winning note by beating table-toppers Mumbai Indians by 50 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash here at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Saturday. It was also the last match of their captain, Adam Gilchrist, who has announced his retirement from the format.

Kings XI beat Mumbai Indians by 50 runs

May 18, 2013 at 7:50 PM

Dharamsala, May 18 (IANS) Kings XI beat Mumbai Indians by 50 runs in an Indian Premier League (IPL) match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Saturday.

Prayers for Panchen Lama's release mark 'International Tibet Solidarity Day' in Dharamsala

May 18, 2013 at 5:58 PM

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh), May 18 (ANI): Observing the 18th year of disappearance of their spiritual leader, the 11th Panchen Lama Gedhun Cheoki Nyima, scores of exiled Tibetans participated in prayer meetings here on Friday to mark the International Tibet Solidarity Day.

Kings XI make 183/8 against Indians

May 18, 2013 at 5:50 PM

Dharamsala, May 18 (IANS) Kings XI Punjab made 183/8 against the Mumbai Indians in an Indian Premier League tie at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Saturday.

Indians to field first against Kings XI

May 18, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Dharamsala, May 18 (IANS) Mumbai Indians won the toss and elected to field against Kings XI Punjab in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash here at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Saturday.

Spot fixing brings shame, says Anurag Thakur

May 17, 2013 at 6:06 PM

Dharamsala, May 17 (IANS) The arrest of Indian pacer Sreesanth along with two of his Rajasthan Royals teammates - Ankeet Chavan and Ajit Chandila - for spot fixing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has brought shame and action would be initiated against them if found guilty, Indian cricket board joint secretary Anurag Thakur said here Friday.

No expectations from Li, says Tibetan who twice 'breached the wall'

May 17, 2013 at 2:30 PM

Dharamsala, May 17 (IANS) "No expectations from (new Chinese Premier) Li Keqiang on resolving the vexed issue of Tibet" was the first reaction of activist and poet Tenzin Tsundue who twice "breached the wall" by unfurling protest banners during the visits of Chinese premiers.

IPL: Kings XI Punjab put up 171/4 on board

May 16, 2013 at 9:58 PM

Dharamsala, May 16 (IANS) Kings XI Punjab piled up 171 for four against Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League here Thursday.

Daredevils elect to field against Kings XI

May 16, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Dharamsala, May 16 (IANS) Delhi Daredevils won the toss and elected to field first against the Kings XI Punjab in the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Thursday.

HPCA to name indoor facility after Tendulkar

May 16, 2013 at 7:02 PM

Dharamsala, May 16 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) has decided to name an indoor facility in its picturesque stadium here after Sachin Tendulkar.

Drizzle ahead of Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI clash

May 16, 2013 at 4:06 PM

Dharamsala, May 16 (IANS) Drizzle ahead of the first IPL match here between Kings XI Punjab and Delhi Daredevils Thursday warmed the spirits of cricket fans as they can now watch the ensuing sporting encounter in a pleasant atmosphere.

Dalai Lama's abode chock-a-block with IPL fans

May 15, 2013 at 2:46 PM

Dharamsala, May 15 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh hospitality industry is gearing up to welcome IPL fans at Kings XI Punjab's last two home matches at a stadium in Dharamsala, the abode of Dalai Lama, plus a galaxy of stars in the extended cricket season.

Exiled Tibetans observe Lord Buddha's birth anniversary in Dharamsala

May 15, 2013 at 1:18 PM

Dharamsala, May 15 (ANI): Exiled Tibetans offered special prayers in Dharamsala on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha.

Air India to start flights at Dharamsala, Kullu from May 15

May 14, 2013 at 7:18 PM

Shimla, May 14 (IANS) National carrier Air India's subsidiary Alliance Air will start regular flights between New Delhi and Dharamsala and Kullu from Wednesday, an airport official said Tuesday.

Dharamsala gears up for Kings XI's last home matches

May 14, 2013 at 5:42 PM

Dharamsala, May 14 (IANS) The picturesque but sleepy town of Dharamsala is all set to host Kings XI Punjab's last two home matches at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium as IPL 6 draws to a close.

Himachal hills pleasant, expect more rain

May 10, 2013 at 7:02 PM

Shimla, May 10 (IANS) If sizzling plains of north India are getting you down, think about holidaying in Himachal Pradesh. The weatherman Friday forecast more thundershowers and even fresh spells of snow in the hills this weekend.

French senators support Tibet

May 10, 2013 at 6:46 PM

Dharamsala, May 10 (IANS) A four-member French senate delegation, led by Jean-Francois Humbert, Friday called upon the international community to recognise the non-violent struggle of the people in Tibet.

Himachal eyes personal rapid transit in Shimla

May 9, 2013 at 11:18 PM

Shimla, May 9 (IANS) To decongest Shimla and Dharamsala, the Himachal Pradesh government is planning to set up personal rapid transit (PRT) as a green alternative transport mode, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said here Thursday.

Buzz over Tendulkar's first match in Himachal

May 7, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Dharamsala, May 7 (IANS) God of cricket Sachin Tendulkar's imminent knock in the land of gods has sent the excitement quotient soaring across the boundary.

Tibetan leader asks US to engage China in talks

May 7, 2013 at 2:24 PM

Dharamsala, May 7 (IANS) Tibetan Prime Minister-in-Exile Lobsang Sangay Tuesday appealed to the US to engage China to restart a dialogue on the Tibet issue, even as 117 Tibetans have set themselves on fire in four years.

Flights resume ahead of IPL matches in Dharamsala

May 6, 2013 at 9:32 AM

Dharamsala, May 6 (IANS) Here's good news for cricket buffs. Delhi-Dharamsala flights resume from May 15, just a day before the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Delhi Daredevils and Kings XI Punjab at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association stadium here.

Himachal restaurants oppose new tax, but keep off strike

April 29, 2013 at 10:36 PM

Shimla, April 29 (IANS) The Shimla Hotel and Restaurant Association, with more than 300 members, Monday condemned service tax the central government has imposed from April 1 on hotels that are either fully or partially air-conditioned.

Exiled Tibetans take part in candlelight vigil in Dharamshala

April 26, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Dharamsala, April 26 (ANI): Exiled Tibetans in Dharamshala took out a candlelight vigil to express solidarity with their compatriots who had recently set themselves on fire to protest against Chinese rule.

Exiled Tibetans release documentary on 10th Panchen Lama in Dharamshala

April 26, 2013 at 5:10 PM

Dharamsala, April 26 (ANI): Exiled Tibetans released a documentary film here, hailing the contribution of 10th Panchen Lama, Lobsang Lhundrup Choekyi Gyaltsen.

Buddhist violence against Muslims in Myanmar 'wrong': Dalai Lama

April 24, 2013 at 3:16 PM

London, April 24 (IANS) Amid damning reports showing official Myanmar complicity in ethnically cleansing entire Muslim towns and villages, the world's foremost Buddhist leader, the Dalai Lama, has condemned the violence that has left hundreds dead and an estimated hundreds of thousands homeless.

US report documents deteriorating human rights in Tibet

April 20, 2013 at 6:04 PM

Dharamsala, April 20 (IANS) A US report on human rights has documented severe repression and marked deterioration of human rights in Tibet, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said here Saturday.

Exiled Tibetans in Dharamshala express solidarity with self-immolators

April 18, 2013 at 4:20 PM

Dharamsala, April 18 (ANI): Exiled Tibetans living in Dharamshala held a candle light vigil to express solidarity with Tibetans who have self immolated themselves in protest against repressive Chinese rule in Tibet.

Tattoo artist inks Tibetan cause in Dharamsala

April 12, 2013 at 6:28 PM

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh), April 12 (ANI): A Tibetan tattoo artist and activist Tamding Tseten organized a day long tattoo exhibition here, to highlight China's clampdown on Tibet.

Desperation behind self-immolations in Tibet: Dalai Lama

April 11, 2013 at 8:12 PM

Dharamsala, April 11 (IANS) Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has described the people in his homeland as his "boss" and said they were setting themselves afire owing to the desperate situation there.

Tibetan Parliament concludes budget session, self-immolations tops agenda

March 29, 2013 at 1:14 PM

Dharamsala (Himachal Pradesh), Mar.29 (ANI): Mounting incidents of self immolations as mark of protest against Chinese oppression topped the agenda of lawmakers as the Tibetan Parliament-in-exile wrapped up its budget session here on Thursday.

Virbhadra bowls googly ahead of IPL-6 (Himachal Newsletter)

March 29, 2013 at 12:34 PM

Shimla, March 29 (IANS) The era of freebies is over for the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) - at least during the the two Indian Premier League-6 (IPL-6) matches in the state in May. At the bottom line, it's to do with politics.

More snow, rain in Himachal

March 29, 2013 at 12:26 PM

Shimla, March 29 (IANS) The cold continued to retain its grip on Himachal Pradesh as higher reaches in the state received another spell of snow Friday, while low and mid hills witnessed widespread rainfall, an official said.

Himachal hills turn white again

March 24, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Shimla, March 24 (IANS) After days of pleasant weather, the cold returned to Himachal Pradesh Sunday with the state's higher reaches seeing a fresh spell of snow.

HPCA to pay IPL security bill, says Virbhadra

March 23, 2013 at 6:50 PM

Dharamsala, March 23 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) will not be provided security free of cost by the state government during the forthcoming IPL matches in its stadium here in May, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said Saturday.

Centre to fund Himachal monorail projects study

March 23, 2013 at 11:46 AM

Shimla, March 23 (IANS) The central government is providing financial assistance to Himachal Pradesh for preparing a comprehensive mobility plan for monorail projects in tourists resorts Shimla and Dharamsala, Urban Development Minister Kamal Nath said.

Undo Orwellian 'grid' surveillance of Tibet: Rights group

March 22, 2013 at 10:33 AM

Dharamsala, March 22 (IANS) A human rights group has expressed concern over China's new surveillance system in the Tibet Autonomous Region, and asked it to dismantle the Orwellian "grid", according to the website of the Central Tibetan Administration.

Dharamsala organizes sports and cultural event for specially abled children

March 20, 2013 at 1:53 PM

Dharamsala, Mar 20 (ANI): Dharamsala hosted a two-day sports and cultural program for specially abled children from nineteen blocks of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh.

US panel favours China-Dalai Lama talks

March 19, 2013 at 11:46 AM

Dharamsala, March 19 (IANS) Expressing concern over continuing self-immolations in Tibet, the chairman of the US Congressional-Executive Commission on China has urged Beijing to end its "repressive policies", the Central Tibetan Administration said here Tuesday.

Tibetan women take out rally to commemorate 54th anniversary of National Uprising Day

March 13, 2013 at 10:54 AM

Dharamsala, Mar 13 (ANI): Tibetan women took out a rally protesting against Chinese atrocities in Tibet, while commemorating the 54th anniversary of the Tibetan National Uprising Day.

Tibetan protester stopped from self-immolation in Dharmashala

March 10, 2013 at 6:43 PM

Dharamsala, March 10 (IANS) A Tibetan man was stopped from immolating himself Sunday in this Himachal Pradesh town where the Dalai Lama has his government-in-exile, police said, adding that the case was first of its kind here.

Immolation bid by Tibetan checked

March 10, 2013 at 3:55 PM

Dharamsala, March 10 (IANS) A Tibetan man was stopped from immolating himself Sunday in this Himachal Pradesh town where the Dalai Lama has its government-in-exile, police said.

Tibet officials vow fight against Dalai Lama clique

March 8, 2013 at 3:07 PM

Beijing, March 8 (IANS) Top officials from Tibet pledged Friday to fight against the "Dalai clique" to ensure the stability of the plateau region.

Sangay congratulates Tibetan poet for US award

March 5, 2013 at 6:51 PM

Dharamsala, March 5 (IANS) Tibetan prime minister in exile Lobsang Sangay Tuesday congratulated Tibetan author and poet Tsering Woeser, the winner of the 2013 International Women of Courage Award of the US State Department.

Tibetan PM-in-exile allowed red beacon atop vehicle

March 4, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Dharamsala, March 4 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh government has allowed Tibetan prime minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay to use a red beacon atop his official car, an official said here Monday.

Dalai Lama saddened by resignation of Pope Benedict XVI (Update: Dalai)

March 1, 2013 at 11:07 AM

Dharamsala. Mar 01 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has said that he is saddened by the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI.

Dalai Lama saddened by resignation of Pope Benedict XVII

March 1, 2013 at 10:19 AM

Dharamsala. Mar 01 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has said that he is saddened by the resignation of Pope Benedict XVII.

Tibetans stage mass-rally in Dharamsala against Chinese atrocities

February 18, 2013 at 8:56 PM

Dharamsala, Feb. 18 (ANI): Amid media reports of the number of self-immolations reaching 102, thousands of Tibetans and activists on Monday staged a massive rally here to protest against increasing Chinese crackdown on Tibet.

More snow, rain in Himachal

February 17, 2013 at 12:02 PM

Shimla, Feb 17 (IANS) A cold wave continued to grip Himachal Pradesh, with the higher reaches experiencing more snow for a third consecutive day Sunday.

Himachal tells centre to bear cost of Dalai Lama, Karmapa security

February 12, 2013 at 8:11 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Tuesday again raised the issue of expenditure the state is incurring on the security of Tibetan spiritual leaders, the Dalai Lama and the 17th Karmapa, Ogyen Trinley Dorje and asked the central government to bear the expense.

Ahead of festival, eerie silence in Dalai Lama's abode

February 10, 2013 at 2:11 PM

Dharamsala, Feb 10 (IANS) An eerie silence prevails at McLeodganj near Dharamsala, where thousands of Tibetans and their spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, have been living for over half a century, ahead of the sacred Losar festival, beginning Monday.

US asks China to redress Tibetans' grievances

February 8, 2013 at 4:51 PM

Dharamsala, Feb 8 (IANS) The US has asked China to allow Tibetans to express their grievances and resolve these by engaging in dialogue, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said here Friday.

Himachal roads blocked after snowfall

February 5, 2013 at 12:22 PM

Shimla, Feb 5 (IANS) Highways and roads in many parts of Himachal Pradesh were Tuesday blocked after snowfall for the second day. Towns in upper Shimla and Manali were cut-off with snow covering the roads, officials said.

Why are Tibetans setting themselves afire?

February 4, 2013 at 8:46 AM

Dharamsala, Feb 4 (IANS) Why are Tibetans setting themselves afire in China? Protests against repression or a desperate attempt, as China holds, to get global attention to their cause?

Giles says England expecting stern challenge from Kiwis

January 29, 2013 at 1:34 PM

Wellington, Jan 29(ANI): England one-day coach Ashley Giles has said they are expecting a tough challenge from New Zealand during their upcoming series in the land of Kiwis.

Himachal may get more rain, snow

January 27, 2013 at 6:17 PM

Shimla, Jan 27 (IANS) A cold wave is likely to grip Himachal Pradesh again with the local Met office Sunday forecasting more rain and snow in the coming week.

Bell's ton guides England to seven-wicket win in 'dead rubber' Dharamsala ODI

January 27, 2013 at 5:52 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 27(ANI): Opener Ian Bell scored a brilliant unbeaten century to help England restore some pride by winning the last dead rubber one-day international against India in Dharamsala by seven-wickets, albeit losing the series 3-2.

England secure consolation win

January 27, 2013 at 5:44 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 27 (IANS) Ian Bell's unbeaten 113 helped England to a seven-wicket win over India in their fifth and final One-Day International played at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Sunday.

England beat India in Dharamsala

January 27, 2013 at 5:20 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 27 (IANS) England beat India by seven wickets in the fifth and final One-day International here Sunday to end the series at 3-2 in favour of the hosts.

India bowled out for 226

January 27, 2013 at 1:20 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 27 (IANS) India were bowled out for 226 in 49.4 overs by England in the fifth and final One-Day International (ODI) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium here Sunday.

Cook wins toss, asks India to bat

January 27, 2013 at 9:36 AM

Dharamsala, Jan 27 (IANS) England captain Alastair Cook won the toss and asked India to bat first in the fifth and last One-Dayer here at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Sunday.

It's not all about cricket in Dharamsala this weekend

January 26, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 26 (IANS) For once, cricket might take a back seat. The snow-capped mountains, the tea gardens nearby and the spiritual pull of this picturesque capital of the Tibetan government in exile could well divert spectators from Sunday's one-day international between India and England.

Buttler says would remain good pals with Kieswetter despite taking his place in Eng team

January 26, 2013 at 1:44 PM

London, Jan 26(ANI): England wicket keeper Jos Buttler has said he would stay good friends with teammate Craig Kieswetter, whom he replaced in the one-day squad against India.

Dharamsala ODI postponed by 30 minutes

January 26, 2013 at 12:32 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 26 (IANS) The fifth and final India-England ODI here Sunday will start 30 minutes later than scheduled, the organisers said here Saturday.

Sun warms up Dharamsala ahead of ODI

January 26, 2013 at 12:08 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 26 (IANS) A sunny Saturday warmed up the hearts of cricket lovers a day ahead of the fifth and final one-day international (ODI) between India and England in this abode of the Dalai Lama.

Kohli warns Eng 'Dharamsala ground's scenic beauty can be distracting for first timers'

January 26, 2013 at 11:44 AM

London, Jan 26(ANI): India batsman Virat Kohli has warned England players that the fabulous views of the mountains from the ground in Dharamsala can be a distraction for the first timers ahead of their final one-day international on Sunday.

England cricketers visit Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Dharamsala

January 26, 2013 at 9:36 AM

Dharamsala, Jan.26 (ANI): Ahead of their fifth one day international (ODI) match against India, players of the touring England cricket team visited Tsuglagkhang, a Buddhist monastery here on Friday.

Dalai Lama to give ODI a miss

January 25, 2013 at 6:16 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 25 (IANS) Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama will give the first international cricket match here Sunday a miss, an aide said Friday.

Pietersen visits Dalai Lama's residence (Lead, Superseding earlier version)

January 25, 2013 at 5:12 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 25 (IANS) England batsman Kevin Pietersen visited the Dalai Lama's residence here Friday but did not get to meet the Tibetan spiritual leader.

Pietersen meets Dalai Lama

January 25, 2013 at 4:56 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 25 (IANS) England batsman Kevin Pietersen met the Dalai Lama at his residence here Friday.

Suspend festivities of Tibetan New Year and pray for self-immolators: Sangay

January 25, 2013 at 11:20 AM

Dharamsala, Jan 25 (ANI): Tibetan Prime Minister-in-exile Lobsang Sangay has called on his compatriots to suspend festivities of the Tibetan New Year, Losar, and pray for those who have immolated themselves to protest against Chinese rule.

Sunny weather expected ahead of Dharamsala ODI

January 24, 2013 at 6:56 PM

Shimla, Jan 24 (IANS) Sunny weather with the snow-clad Dhauladhar peaks in the backdrop will welcome cricket fans for the fifth and final ODI between India and England at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) stadium in the hilly town of Dharamsala Sunday.

Tibetans in exile not to celebrate New Year

January 24, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 24 (IANS) Political head of the Tibetan people in exile Lobsang Sangay Thursday expressed concern over ongoing self-immolations in Tibet and appealed to the Tibetans across the world to shun the New Year celebrations.

Tibetans-in-exile express solidarity with self-immolated martyrs

January 24, 2013 at 2:08 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 24 (ANI): Tibetans-in-exile living in Dharamsala prayed for their compatriots, who immolated themselves to protest against the repressive Chinese rule in Tibet.

Dhoni happy that Rohit Sharma clicked in Mohali ODI

January 23, 2013 at 10:48 PM

Mohali (Punjab), Jan 23 (IANS) India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni Wednesday said he was happy that batsman Rohit Sharma clicked well after being sent out to open the innings for India in the fourth one-Day International (ODI) cricket match against England at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium here.

Beaten in Mohali, England wary of Dharamsala

January 23, 2013 at 10:32 PM

Mohali (Punjab), Jan 23 (IANS) Beaten comprehensively by India by five wickets in the fourth one-day International (ODI) here Wednesday, England are now wary of the conditions in Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh where the last game of the five-match series will be played Jan 27.

India beats England by five wickets, wins series by 3-1

January 23, 2013 at 9:20 PM

Mohali, Jan. 23 (ANI): India thrashed England by five wickets in the fourth one-day international cricket match here on Wednesday, clinching the five-match series by 3-1.

Rohit, Raina fashion India's series win (Roundup)

January 23, 2013 at 9:12 PM

Mohali, Jan 23 (IANS) Rohit Sharma finally fulfilled expectations of his class, and along with Suresh Raina secured India a 3-1 series win over England by clinching the fourth One-day International here Wednesday.

Collingwood shivers thinking of Dharamsala

January 23, 2013 at 8:56 PM

Mohali, Jan 23 (IANS) Former England captain Paul Collingwood is getting the jitters thinking of going to blustery, snowy Dharamsala for the fifth and final One-Day International (ODI) between India and England Sunday.

India win 4th ODI, clinch series 3-1

January 23, 2013 at 8:08 PM

Mohali, Jan 23 (IANS) India beat England by five wickets in the fourth One-Day International (ODI) to take an unassailable 3-1 in the five-match series here at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium Wednesday.

Lean run was inevitable, says Virat Kohli

January 22, 2013 at 6:24 PM

Mohali, Jan 22 (IANS) Virat Kohli, back amongst the runs with a fine 50 in Ranchi, feels the No.3 position in the batting order is best suited to him and he would like to carry on playing in the top-order.

Himachal sunny, but nippy

January 21, 2013 at 1:44 PM

Shimla, Jan 21 (IANS) The hills of Himachal Pradesh Monday saw a sunny but cold day with temperatures remaining below the freezing point in many places, the Met Office said. Most of the hill stations are wrapped in a thick blanket of snow.

Exiled Tibetans blame china for self-immolations in their homeland

January 21, 2013 at 10:16 AM

Dharamsala, Jan 21 (ANI): Exiled Tibetans living in Dharamsala have slammed Beijing over its repressive policies that has compelled 95 of their brothers and sisters back home to resort to self-immolation over constant violation of their human rights.

BCCI names unchanged squad for last two ODIs against England

January 20, 2013 at 12:01 PM

Mumbai, Jan.20 (ANI): The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named an unchanged 15-member squad for the remaining two one-day internationals of the five-match series against England to be played at Mohali and Dharamsala respectively.

Snow blankets Shimla, Manali

January 19, 2013 at 5:45 PM

Shimla, Jan 19 (IANS) Shimla and Manali Saturday woke to a heavy blanket of snow and no electricity. But the white mantle transformed the tourist resorts, making them even more picturesque.

Foot bill for ODI security: Police asks Himachal cricket association

January 18, 2013 at 7:29 PM

Shimla, Jan 18 (IANS) Ahead of the first international match at the picturesque cricket stadium in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamsala town, a controversy has erupted over providing security during the fifth and final ODI between India and England Jan 27.

Dharamsala set to host its first international cricket match

January 17, 2013 at 3:45 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 17 (IANS) This picturesque Himalayan hill station, which has lured hundreds of thousands of Westerners since Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama settled here in 1960, is all set witness its first international cricket match this month.

Exiled Tibetans still hope to return home

January 16, 2013 at 11:29 AM

Dharamsala, Jan 16 (IANS) Though living in exile in India for over half a century, the longing to see their homeland has not waned among the Tibetan residents in this north Indian hill town.

Himachal minister is just 10 digits away!

January 13, 2013 at 2:25 PM

Shimla, Jan 13 (IANS) The Himachal Pradesh transport minister will soon be available on his mobile phone 24x7 to address grievances of commuters and check incidents of misbehaviour in state-run busses.

Himachal to probe illegal property transactions

January 11, 2013 at 4:25 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 11 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh Friday announced he will order a high-level probe into illegal property deals by the previous BJP government.

Uproar in assembly over Shimla death

January 11, 2013 at 4:09 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 11 (IANS) Noisy scenes were witnessed in the Himachal Pradesh assembly Friday over the death of a young man in police firing two days ago in Shimla.

Dhumal resents move to remove Vajpayee's photo

January 10, 2013 at 5:45 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 10 (IANS) BJP leader and former Himachal Pradesh chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal Thursday took exception to the reported move of the state government to stop offering ration card holders free bags that carry photographs of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

'China cracking down on Tibetans' satellite equipment'

January 10, 2013 at 5:05 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 10 (IANS) China has launched a crackdown on the satellite equipment used by Tibetans, the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) said here Thursday.

Himachal slightly warmer, snow forecast

January 9, 2013 at 5:45 PM

Shimla, Jan 9 (IANS) The hills of Himachal Pradesh Wednesday saw a marginal rise in temperature owing to prevailing dry weather, but the weatherman said rain and snow were likely this weekend.

Multi-millionaire tea planter set to become Himachal speaker

January 8, 2013 at 5:19 PM

Dharamsala, Jan 8 (IANS) Congress leader Brij Behari Lal Butail, a leading tea grower in the Kangra Valley, is all set to become the Himachal Pradesh assembly speaker, party leaders said here Tuesday.

Shimla records season's low of minus 0.6 degree

January 7, 2013 at 6:31 PM

Shimla, Jan 7 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh's popular tourist destinations of Shimla and Manali shivered as temperatures plummetted below the freezing point Monday despite a sunny day, a weatherman said here.

Keylong in Himachal records minus 10.4 degrees

January 6, 2013 at 11:59 AM

Shimla, Jan 6 (IANS) Bone-chilling cold conditions swept across Himachal Pradesh Sunday with Keylong freezing at a minus 10.4 degrees Celsius, a meteorological official said.

Cold wave continues in Himachal

January 5, 2013 at 2:07 PM

Shimla, Jan 5 (IANS) The cold wave continued to grip Himachal Pradesh Saturday with the higher reaches experiencing temperatures below freezing point.