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

Through mountain of snow, they open road to Lahaul (Feature)

April 27, 2012 at 10:58 AM

Manali, April 27 (IANS) In a rigorous four-month effort, they chipped away a mountain of snow to once again link this Himachal Pradesh tourist resort with the picturesque Lahaul Valley via the strategic Rohtang Pass.

'Builders destroying Himachal's ecology'

April 22, 2012 at 2:13 PM

Shimla, April 22 (IANS) Forests are vanishing, rock blasts are traumatising wild animals and debris is filling up riverbeds with builders having a field day in Himachal Pradesh, says a report by a state government-appointed commission.

Fresh snow in Himachal

April 11, 2012 at 7:31 PM

Shimla, April 11 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh's higher reaches Wednesday got a fresh spell of snow, plummeting temperatures by several notches.

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Delhiites head for the hills for extra-long weekend

April 4, 2012 at 7:04 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) The capital's weekend travellers have packed their bags to flee the rising temperatures, work e-mails and Blackberry messages from bosses, thanks to two holidays lined up just before the weekend.

Delhiites head for the hills for extra-long weekend

April 4, 2012 at 7:04 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) The capital's weekend travellers have packed their bags to flee the rising temperatures, work e-mails and Blackberry messages from bosses, thanks to two holidays lined up just before the weekend.

Tax put off on other states' vehicles entering Shimla

April 1, 2012 at 5:25 PM

Shimla, April 1 (IANS) Vehicles registered outside Himachal Pradesh would not be slapped with a green tax on entering Shimla as the proposal has been deferred, an official said here Sunday.

Indian tourism upbeat despite tight budget (Comment)

March 29, 2012 at 11:28 AM

Although India's latest budget has increased the allocation for tourism by less than 10 percent, the tourism ministry remains hopeful that it can bring in at least seven million foreign tourists to the country during this fiscal year, an increase of one million when compared to the six million figure of the last year.

Himachal Pradesh records rise in foreign tourists inflow

March 20, 2012 at 9:34 PM

Shimla, Mar 20 (ANI): Compared to last year, Himachal Pradesh recorded a sharp increase of 32000 foreign tourists, who made Himachal Pradesh as their favourite destination in the year 2011-12. It was estimated that nearly 4.85 lakh foreign tourists arrived in 2011-12 in the state in comparison to last year's 4.53 lakh.

Himachal Pradesh records rise in foreign tourists inflow

March 20, 2012 at 3:49 PM

Shimla, Mar 20 (ANI): Compared to last year, Himachal Pradesh recorded a sharp increase of 32000 foreign tourists, who made Himachal Pradesh as their favourite destination in the year 2011-12. It was estimated that nearly 4.85 lakh foreign tourists arrived in 2011-12 in the state in comparison to last year's 4.53 lakh.

Now, Shimla civic authorities impose green tax on non-Himachal Pradesh vehicles

February 21, 2012 at 9:56 PM

Shimla, Feb.21 (ANI): Civic authorities in Shimla have imposed a green tax on non-state vehicles, with an aim to cut down traffic congestion in the region.

Now, Shimla civic authorities impose green tax on non-Himachal Pradesh vehicles

February 21, 2012 at 5:16 PM

Shimla, Feb.21 (ANI): Civic authorities in Shimla have imposed a green tax on non-state vehicles, with an aim to cut down traffic congestion in the region.

Himachal Pradesh villagers observe self-imposed silence

February 18, 2012 at 7:47 PM

Goshal (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 18 (ANI): People in Goshal village of Himachal Pradesh observe self-imposed silence for approximately forty-five days in memory of their local deity, Maharishi Gautam, who meditates during this time.

Himachal Pradesh villagers observe self-imposed silence

February 18, 2012 at 5:31 PM

Goshal (Himachal Pradesh), Feb 18 (ANI): People in Goshal village of Himachal Pradesh observe self-imposed silence for approximately forty-five days in memory of their local deity, Maharishi Gautam, who meditates during this time.

Fresh snowfall gives Manali tourism a boost

February 9, 2012 at 8:14 PM

Manali, Feb 9 (ANI): The tourism and hospitality sectors in Himachal Pradesh is likely to get a boost after fresh snowfall enveloped the states's Manali region this week.

Fresh snowfall shoots up Manali tourism

February 9, 2012 at 4:28 PM

The recent snowfall in Manali region of Himachal Pradesh may skyrockets the tourism and hospitality. This snowfall may dramatically increase the number of tourists who are very fond of snowy paradise.

Fresh snowfall gives Manali tourism a boost

February 9, 2012 at 2:33 PM

Manali, Feb 9 (ANI): The tourism and hospitality sectors in Himachal Pradesh is likely to get a boost after fresh snowfall enveloped the states's Manali region this week.

Sun-driven Ladakh

August 5, 2011 at 7:35 PM

Leh, Aug 5 (ANI): When I was visiting home for my summer break this time, it struck me how much sunshine this region received. Straddled by the Karakoram range of the Himalayas and adjacent to the Tibetan plateau, Ladakh is called the 'roof of the world'.

Cloudburst in Manali: One dead, eight missing

July 21, 2011 at 4:39 PM

Manali, July 21 (ANI): At least one person died and eight were missing, and several others were injured following a cloudburst near Himachal Pradesh's Manali town on Thursday.

'Greenhouses' are transforming Ladakh

June 20, 2011 at 8:14 PM

Leh, June 20 (ANI): In arid cold desert of Ladakh, the changing seasons signify a completely different lifestyle for its people. Summers are short when few vegetables can be grown in the plain areas and when the cattle herds can be taken up to the mountains to graze in the green, luxuriant pastures. All this would change after October when the temperatures start plummeting; when snow starts to cover the mountains and icy wind begin to blow.

Rohtang Pass link to Lahaul reopens after five months

May 28, 2011 at 1:48 PM

Manali, May 28(ANI): Rohtang Pass, the road link between Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti districts of Himachal Pradesh, has been reopened for traffic after heavy snowfall shut it down for five months.

Former Tory MP's son died in India after eating opium

April 29, 2011 at 12:54 PM

London, Apr 29 (ANI): The son of a millionaire former Tory MP, who had come to India with one of his friends, died after eating some opium during the trip, an inquest has heard.

Landslides disrupting vehicular movement in Himachal Pradesh

February 26, 2011 at 12:03 PM

Kullu, Feb.26 (ANI): Landslides caused by snowfall and persistent rains have made road transportation difficult and dangerous in the Kullu- Manali region.

Ski championship lures sportspersons in Manali

February 18, 2011 at 7:57 PM

Manali, Feb 18 (ANI): The Alpine Skiing competition held at the popular tourist resort in Manali in Himachal Pradesh saw huge participation from skiers across India on the second day of the championship.

Snowfall delights tourists in Manali

February 16, 2011 at 6:45 PM

Manali , Feb 16 (ANI) : Fresh snowfall has delighted tourists in the hill town of Manali in Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday.

Fresh snowfall engulfs Manali, tourists rejoice

February 13, 2011 at 8:14 PM

Manali, Feb 13(ANI): Enhancing the pristine scenic beauty of the Himalayan region, fresh snowfall engulfed the mountains in Himachal Pradesh's Manali district on Sunday.

Heli Taxi services launched in Himachal

January 30, 2011 at 3:30 PM

Shimla, Jan 30 (ANI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal has launched the much-awaited Heli Taxi services to cater to high-end tourists.

Fresh snowfall in Manali lures tourists

January 19, 2011 at 7:25 PM

Manali, Jan 19 (ANI): Scores of tourists thronged Himachal Pradesh's Manali town on Tuesday to witness the fresh snowfall.

Snowfall lures tourists in Manali

January 6, 2011 at 8:18 PM

Manali, Jan 6 (ANI): Hundreds of foreign and local tourists thronged the picturesque locales of Himachal Pradesh to enjoy the snowfall in Manali.

Heavy snowfall traps tourists in Kullu

December 31, 2010 at 9:14 PM

Kullu, Dec.31 (ANI): A group of tourists was trapped in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district on Friday after heavy snowfall blocked all exit points and created a traffic jam.

Actors Harman Baweja, Mugdha Godse walk the ramp with mentally challenged children

November 1, 2010 at 1:41 PM

Chandigarh, Nov.1 (ANI): Bollywood actors Harman Baweja and Mugdha Godse walked the ramp with mentally challenged children on the grand finale of a fashion show here over the weekend.

Himalayan car rally flagged off from Shimla

October 10, 2010 at 6:15 PM

Shimla, Oct.10 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal flagged off the twelfth motor sports rally 'Raid-de-Himalaya' from Shimla.

Chile Miners' capsule arrives at the San Jose mine in Chile

September 26, 2010 at 12:48 PM

London, Sept 26 (ANI): Finally a sign of relief for the 33 Chilean miners who are trapped underground since August as the first capsule specially built for their rescue reached the San Jose mine in Chile on Saturday.

Incessant rainfall causes hindrance to Himachal Tourism

September 24, 2010 at 8:31 PM

Manali (Himachal Pradesh), Sep. 24 (ANI): Incessant rainfall over the past two months has resulted in the decline of tourists visiting Manali, which has left an adverse impact on the tourism and hospitality sectors here.

NASA turns down Chilean miners request for alcohol, cigarettes

September 2, 2010 at 11:48 AM

London, Sep.2 (ANI): The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the executive branch agency of the United States Government, which is responsible for the nation's civilian space, has reportedly turned down requests for alcohol and cigarettes made by 33 trapped Chilean miners.

Brit becomes first and only to finish Himalayan ultramarathon

September 1, 2010 at 4:36 PM

Washington, Sep 1 (ANI): A Briton has become the first and only one to finish a two-day Himalayan ultramarathon run over a 17,700-foot Indian mountain pass - and an unexpected small avalanche.n late July Englishman Mark Cockbain accomplished the feat and finished the ultramarathon called "La Ultra - The High" in Leh, India.

Chile officials prepare Plan B to rescue trapped miners

August 30, 2010 at 1:41 PM

London, Aug 30 (ANI): Chilean officials are reportedly planning to approve a faster Plan B drilling to rescue 33 miner workers that could see the men freed within weeks as fears grew over risks of the current four month timetable.

Trapped Chilean miners may be too fat to fit through escape hole by Xmas

August 26, 2010 at 12:01 PM

London, Aug.26 (ANI): Chilean authorities have expressed fears that the 33 miners trapped underground in the San Jose mine in Copiapo might get too fat to fit through a 26-inch diameter escape shaft at Christmas.

Dalai Lama says 'Middle Way Path' can resolve Tibet issue

August 23, 2010 at 11:56 AM

Manali, Aug 23 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, who is on his four-day-long visit to the Kullu-Manali region of Himachal Pradesh, said the 'Middle Way Path' and non-violence can solve the Tibetan autonomy issue.

Dalai Lama gives sermon at Nyingma Monastery in Manali

August 22, 2010 at 7:16 PM

Manali, Aug.22 (ANI): Hundreds of Tibetan Buddhist monks and devotees participated in a religious congregation addressed by Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama here on Sunday.

Dalai Lama expresses condolences to Leh cloudburst victims

August 18, 2010 at 12:42 PM

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh), Aug 18 (ANI): Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, expressed his condolences to Leh cloudburst victims during a discourse at the famous Dagpo Shedrupling Monastery in Kullu district on Tuesday.

Rancho's school re-opens after a week

August 13, 2010 at 9:17 PM

Leh, Aug 13 (ANI): The Druk White Lotus School on the Leh-Manali highway, where Aamir Khan's blockbuster comedy film '3 Idiots' was shot last year, reopened a week after it was damaged by the flash floods in the region.

Life limping back to normal at Leh, rescue operations continue

August 10, 2010 at 8:13 PM

Leh, Aug 10 (ANI): Life is limping back to normalcy in Leh district after five days of floods caused by cloudburst.

Border Roads Organisation asked to clear Leh-Manali Highway in three days

August 10, 2010 at 12:03 PM

Leh, Aug 10 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has directed the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to clear the Leh-Manali highway within next three days to restore Leh's road link with the rest of the country. The highway was swept away by the flash floods.

Death toll reaches 165 in Leh, 81 foreign tourists rescued

August 9, 2010 at 10:53 PM

Leh, Aug 9 (ANI): Rescue and relief efforts were on in full swing in flashfloods devastated Leh

Traffic resumes on Manali-Chandigarh highway after a landslide blockage

August 6, 2010 at 5:49 PM

Manali, Aug 6 (ANI): Traffic resumed on the Manali-Chandigarh highway after the rubble from a landslide was cleared by the Public Works Department.

Landslide blocks Manali-Chandigarh highway causing huge traffic snarl

August 5, 2010 at 10:22 PM

Manali, Aug 5 (ANI): Thousands of tourists heading towards Manali, Himachal Pradesh are stuck in a major traffic snarl due to a landslide on the Manali-Chandigarh highway at Pandoh.

TWA hosts five-day seminar on Tibetan issues

July 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM

Shimla, July 20 (ANI): The Tibetan Women's Association (TWA) is hosting a five-day seminar on issues related to Tibet in Manali, Himachal Pradesh.peaking to the media persons on Monday, Kirti Dolkar Lhamo, President of the TWA, mentioned that numerous topics concerning Tibet would be deliberated upon at the conference.

Sonia Gandhi to lay foundation stone for Rohtang tunnel today

June 28, 2010 at 11:44 AM

Dhundi (Himachal Pradesh), June 28 (ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi will lay the foundation stone for the Rohtang tunnel project in Manali today.

Sonia Gandhi to lay foundation stone for Rohtang tunnel on Monday

June 27, 2010 at 11:26 PM

Dhundi (Himachal Pradesh), June 27(ANI): Congress President Sonia Gandhi will lay the foundation stone for the Rohtang tunnel project in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, on Monday.

Sonia to lay Rohatng Tunnel foundation, making Manali-Leh road usable round the year

June 27, 2010 at 12:10 PM

Dhundhi, (Himachal Pradesh), June 27 (ANI): United Progressive Alliance (UPA) chairperson Sonia Gandhi will lay foundation stone for the much awaited 8.8 kilometres long Rohtang tunnel in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu District on Monday.

Manali-Leh highway blocked while tourists enjoy unexpected snowfall

June 8, 2010 at 6:54 PM

Rohtang (Himachal), June 8 (ANI): Even as the Manali-Leh highway that connects Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh region of Kashmir is blocked due to unexpected snowfall, the tourists however are having a great fun here.

Fresh snowfall in Rohtang Pass forces closure of Manali-Leh highway

April 19, 2010 at 10:18 PM

Rohtang Pass (Himachal Pradesh), Apr 19 (ANI): The Rohtang Pass, the crucial road link between Manali in Kullu district and Keylong in Lahaul and Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh received untimely snowfall on Monday leading to the closure of Manali-Leh highway for vehicular traffic again.

Heat wave across country boosts tourism in Himachal Pradesh

March 28, 2010 at 3:54 PM

Manali (Himachal Pradesh) Mar 28 (ANI): The early onset of summer and scorching temperatures across India has forced people to move to higher altitudes.

Himachal villagers take up paragliding as an occupation

March 19, 2010 at 12:12 PM

Manali, Mar 19 (ANI): Villagers of a small village in Himachal Pradesh are taking up paragliding a profession as it is proving to be a lucrative source of income.

Snow clearance work begins on Manali Leh highway

March 8, 2010 at 12:19 PM

Manali, Mar 8 (ANI): Snow cleaning work on the Manali-Leh highway began on Sunday. The highway has been closed since December due to heavy snowfall.

Untimely snowfall surprises Manali tourists

March 5, 2010 at 12:06 PM

Manali, Mar 5 (ANI): Tourists in Manali are an elated lot due to the untimely snowfall they experienced on Thursday.

Paragliding competition at Sikkim lures local adventure enthusiasts

February 28, 2010 at 7:53 PM

Thami Dara (Sikkim), Feb.28 (ANI): To draw more and more the adventure lovers and boost tourism, Travel Agents Association of Sikkim (TAAS) have launched preparatory paragliding at Thami Dara preparatory paragliding, a first in Sikkim, to an overwhelming response.

National Skiing Championship starts in Manali

February 11, 2010 at 1:07 PM

Solang Nala (HP), Feb 11 (ANI): A five-day National Senior Alpine Skiing Championship kick-started at the world-famous slopes of Solang Nala in Manali on Wednesday.

Preparations underway for National Winter Sports 2010 in Manali

February 3, 2010 at 2:49 PM

Manali, Feb.3 (ANI): Himachal's hill town of Manali is all set to play host to the National Winters Sports 2010, at the world-famous slopes of Solang Nala in mid-February.

Fresh snowfall cheers tourists in Himachal Pradesh

January 30, 2010 at 5:42 PM

Shimla/ Manali, Jan 30 (ANI): A fresh snowfall has brought smiles on the faces of several tourists holidaying at Shimla and the hill resort of Manali.

When life comes to a standstill in a Manali village as part of unique festival

January 24, 2010 at 7:22 PM

Goshal village (Himachal Pradesh), Jan.24 (ANI): India is known for its diversity and a large number of people living in different regions of the country, especially in the rural parts, have been following unique rituals for generations to carry on their local traditions and express their deep faith in them.

Shimla snowfall cheers tourists and locals

January 13, 2010 at 6:46 PM

Shimla, Jan 13 (ANI): A snowfall on Wednesday morning brought smiles on the faces of people of the city, including tourists.

Tourists stranded amidst heavy snowfall in Manali

January 5, 2010 at 12:58 PM

Manali, Jan 5 (ANI): Hundreds of tourists were left stranded in Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh on Monday, as vehicular traffic remained suspended following sudden heavy snowfall overnight.

Tourists throng Himachal Pradesh to usher in the New Year

December 31, 2009 at 6:52 PM

Shimla/Kullu, Dec 31 (ANI): Tourists from all over the country and foreigners have poured into Himachal Pradesh to celebrate the New Year at the state's best hill stations.

Tourists enjoy panoramic view of snow-capped mountains in Manali

December 28, 2009 at 1:04 PM

Manali, Dec 28 (ANI): Tourists visiting the hill resort of Manali are able to enjoy panoramic view of the snow-capped mountains, courtesy the novel helicopter service introduced in the region.

Scanty snowfall disappoints tourists in Manali

December 8, 2009 at 2:51 PM

Manali, Dec 8 (ANI): Manali has seen a decline in tourist arrival due to poor snowfall in the region.

Security personnel rescue stranded passengers in snow-hit Himachal

November 29, 2009 at 3:06 PM

Manali (Himachal Pradesh), Nov 29 (ANI): The Border Road Organisation (BRO) launched an operation to rescue passengers and vehicles stranded by heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh.

Winters leave Ladakh out of bound, make stocking of food material a must

November 22, 2009 at 7:06 PM

Leh, Nov.22 (ANI): Come winter and authorities in Ladakh district of Jammu and Kashmir have to ensure that there is ample procurement and stock of foodstuff and other essential commodities since the region will remain cut off from the rest of the mainland due to heavy snowfall on the approach links.

Snowstorm: Rescue teams recover ten bodies from Rohtang Pass

November 22, 2009 at 12:35 PM

Manali, Nov 22 (ANI): Rescue teams have recovered at least ten bodies of snowstorm victims in the Manali hill resort area.

Eight killed in snowfall in Himachal

November 21, 2009 at 12:45 PM

Manali, Nov 21 (ANI): At least eight people were killed in a snow storm while trying to cross the 13,050 feet high Rohtang Pass in Kullu district.

Tourists flock Himachal Pradesh's Solang Nala to see snowfall

November 11, 2009 at 5:44 PM

Manali, Nov. 11 (ANI): Tourists are flocking to the town of Solang Nala town in Himachal Pradesh, to see its first snowfall.

Tourists' inflow decreases due to fall in water levels in Beas river in Kullu

November 4, 2009 at 4:26 PM

Kulu, Nov 4 (ANI): Falling water level in the Beas River has resulted in lesser number of tourists arriving in Kullu.

Tourists enjoy fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh

September 10, 2009 at 3:14 PM

Rohtang Pass (Manali), Sep 10 (ANI): Tourists enjoyed fresh snowfall in the high peaks of Rohtang Pass above Manali in Himachal Pradesh.

Tourist inflow on rise in Manali

August 26, 2009 at 11:54 AM

Manali, Aug 26 (ANI): Recession might have slowed down tourism businesses elsewhere, but Manali in Himachal Pradesh seems to be untouched by it.

Drug worth Rs 280 million seized in Kullu

August 12, 2009 at 1:38 PM

Kullu, Aug 12 (ANI): Himachal police arrested a drug peddler and seized 28 kilograms of fine quality hashish from his possession in Kullu.

Foreign tourists seek solace in villages of Himachal

August 11, 2009 at 10:18 AM

Vashist (Himachal Pradesh), Aug 11 (ANI): The foreign tourists made a beeline at villages of Himachal Pradesh to lull themselves into silence of natural greeneries.

Hot air balloons attract tourists in Manali

July 29, 2009 at 12:19 PM

Manali, July 29 (ANI): Tourists from across the country enjoyed hot air ballooning in Manali hill resort in Himachal Pradesh.

Month-long Buddhist pilgrimage concludes in Ladakh

July 2, 2009 at 5:57 PM

Ladakh, July 2 (ANI): A grand reception was organised by Buddhist monks of Hemis Monastery in Ladakh to welcome the pilgrims on a month-long pilgrimage on foot from Manali in Himachal Pradesh.

Buddhists pilgrims arrive in Leh after month-long foot march

June 24, 2009 at 7:35 PM

Sumdha (Leh), June 24 (ANI): Hundreds of Buddhist monks and nuns accompanied by other devotees have arrived in Sumdha village of Kashmir's Leh region as part of their month-long pilgrimage on foot.

Tourists throng Manali to evade summer heat

June 11, 2009 at 3:52 PM

Manali, June 11 (ANI): Manali in Himachal Pradesh has become a hot spot amongst tourists as more and more people are flocking the hill resort to escape the scorching summer heat of the plains.

Snow-clad Rohtang Pass becomes a "hot" summer spot

May 28, 2009 at 12:10 PM

Rohtang Pass (Himachal Pradesh), May 28 (ANI): A fresh bout of snowfall in Rohtang Pass left tourists thrilled as many of them saw fresh snowfall for the first time in their lives.

Manali-Leh highway re-opens for traffic

May 21, 2009 at 6:47 PM

Shimla, May 21 (IANS) The strategic Manali-Leh National Highway 21 re-opened for vehicular traffic Thursday after remaining closed for six months.

Rohtang Pass re-opened to traffic

May 12, 2009 at 12:07 PM

Shimla, May 12 (IANS) The Rohtang Pass, at an altitude of 13,050 feet in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district, has been re-opened for vehicular traffic, an official said Tuesday. The pass was temporarily closed to the traffic May 10 after snow.

Rohtang Pass temporarily closed to traffic due to snow

May 10, 2009 at 7:05 PM

Shimla, May 10 (IANS) The Rohtang Pass, at an altitude of 13,050 feet in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district, was temporarily closed for vehicular traffic due to heavy snow, officials said. The pass was opened to the traffic after four months' closure earlier this month.

Himachal to exempt home-stay units from luxury tax

December 12, 2008 at 9:10 PM

Dharamsala, Dec 12 (IANS) To promote rural tourism in Himachal Pradesh, the state government Friday introduced a bill to exempt home-stay units from luxury tax for five years.

Shimla gets relief from chilly weather

November 29, 2008 at 8:48 PM

Shimla, Nov 29 (IANS) Shimla got some relief from chilly weather Saturday, with the minimum temperature rising by three degrees Celsius, the meteorological office said.

Massive fire engulfs Himachal village

November 26, 2008 at 1:48 PM

Solang (HP), Nov 26 (ANI): A major fire engulfed Solang village near Manali in Himachal Pradesh on Tuesday.

35 houses gutted in major fire in Himachal village

November 25, 2008 at 11:52 PM

Shimla, Nov 25 (IANS) In a devastating fire, more than 35 houses and property worth millions of rupees were gutted in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district Tuesday, the police said.

Manali-Leh highway closed to traffic

November 15, 2008 at 1:26 PM

Shimla, Nov 15 (IANS) The Manali-Leh highway, one of the highest motorable roads in the world, was closed to traffic Saturday due to snowfall, an official said.

Sanjay Dutt reaches Manali to shoot 'Lamhaa'

November 14, 2008 at 7:40 PM

Shimla, Nov 14 (IANS) Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt arrived at popular tourist resort of Manali in Himachal Pradesh for the shooting of director Rahul Dholakia's 'Lamhaa', after it was moved out of Jammu and Kashmir due to protests there.

Manali-Leh highway closed after snowfall

October 16, 2008 at 8:13 PM

Shimla, Oct 16 (IANS) The 474-km Manali-Leh highway was Thursday evening closed for traffic following heavy snowfall, an official said.

'Avoid snowbound highway from November'

October 15, 2008 at 3:33 PM

Shimla, Oct 15 (IANS) Motorists have been advised not to travel on the highway that connects tourist destinations Manali and Leh after Oct 31, an official said Wednesday.

Dhumal flags off cycling marathon in Himachal Pradesh

October 6, 2008 at 8:07 PM

Shimla, Sep 27 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal Saturday flagged off country's toughest cycling marathon, the Hercules Mountain Biking Himachal 2008, from here.

Dhumal flags off cycling marathon in Himachal Pradesh

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Shimla, Sep 27 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhumal Saturday flagged off country's toughest cycling marathon, the Hercules Mountain Biking Himachal 2008, from here.

Death toll in Himachal Pradesh's heavy rains rises to 42

January 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

Shimla, Sept 21 (ANI): The death toll due to heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh during the last three days has risen to 42.

Winter games starts off in style

February 19, 2008 at 1:01 AM

The fifth edition of the National Winter Games got off to a blazing start amidst divine snowfall with the J&K Chief Minister Ghulam Nabi

Sridhar, Saina in Mahajan quarters

January 4, 2008 at 1:01 AM

Recuperating from an ankle injury World Championship quarterfinalist Anup Sridhar did not show his true class but overcame his opponent Sagar Chopra 21-16, 19-21, 21-15 in the menā??s pre-quarterfinals of the All-India Pramod Mahajan

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