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Ashwani Sharma
Ashwani Sharma is a Shimla based journalist and a former correspondent with The Indian Express
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Sealing drive: Wiser after Kasauli, officials take no riskSubscriber Only
June 27, 2018 01:17 IST
The crackdown against the hotels progressed as per plans amid tight security, with armed police teams escorting officials everywhere they went.
Wed, Jun 27, 2018
Kasol: 37 illegal hotels to face action in sealing driveSubscriber Only
June 26, 2018 13:17 IST
On May 1, during a demolition drive in Kasauli to implement Supreme Court directives, Assistant town Planner Shail Bala was shot dead, allegedly by a hotelier Vijay Singh.
Tue, Jun 26, 2018
In Himachal Pradesh, 21 stalled hydel projects set for revival after Centre gives nodSubscriber Only
June 20, 2018 01:02 IST
“Of total 21, which were taken up for discussions to remove all hurdles,11 projects ( 339 MW) were at the execution stage and 10 others had not made any progress for years.
Wed, Jun 20, 2018
Police guard 62 men who have keys to Shimla water rationsSubscriber Only
June 07, 2018 05:15 IST
As part of an emergency water rationing measure, the city’s corporation limits have been divided into three zones, with water released to each of these zones in turns. Thus, most localities in the city have been getting water once in three days.
Thu, Jun 07, 2018
Himachal Pradesh bans use of thermocol plates, plastic bottles less than one-litre capacitySubscriber Only
June 05, 2018 19:02 IST
Himachal Pradesh CM Jai Ram Thakur said a steel bottle would be provided to each student in all government schools in the state to discourage the use of plastic bottles.
Tue, Jun 05, 2018
It’s a step towards faster connectivity… 60% seats for first month have been sold: Additional chief secretary of Himachal Ram Subhag SinghSubscriber Only
June 04, 2018 10:00 IST
Pawan Hans, which provides helicopter service to the hill state for VIP flights and emergencies, will operate the heli-taxi service as well.
Mon, Jun 04, 2018
Shimla water crisis: Availability improving, efforts are on to ensure smooth supply, say officialsSubscriber Only
June 04, 2018 06:22 IST
Chief Secretary Vineet Chawdhry, who heads the committee to deal with the crisis, said “ things are showing much change since Saturday, especially after efforts to add Sutlej water at Gumma source.”
Mon, Jun 04, 2018
At Ground Zero, a stream always in spate dries up after 30 yearsSubscriber Only
June 03, 2018 01:49 IST
Ram Krishan, a local resident, said the elders in the area had never seen the khad (stream) dry even in summers.
Sun, Jun 03, 2018
A day in the life of a family in Shimla amidst the city’s crippling water crisisSubscriber Only
June 03, 2018 01:38 IST
Day Zero: A bucket of water. And some self-taught lessons in conservation. That’s all that Rachna Jhina Sharma has to start her day as her family of four deals with an unprecedented shortage.
Sun, Jun 03, 2018
Shimla water crisis: Dues pending, civic body cuts supply to 43 hotelsSubscriber Only
June 02, 2018 13:07 IST
During Friday’s hearing, the bench questioned Shimla Municipal Commissioner on why water supply was still continuing to defaulter hoteliers and sought immediate compliance cautioning against any laxity in the matter. Later, teams of officials went around the town and enforced the court orders.
Sat, Jun 02, 2018When Acting Chief Justice went on a night vigil to check water supply in ShimlaSubscriber Only
June 01, 2018 00:30 IST
Along with Shimla Deputy Commissioner Amit Kashyap and Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rohit Jamwal, Justice Karol spent almost the entire night at ground–zero to ensure that water control rooms were functioning without any hindrance.
Fri, Jun 01, 2018
Shimla water crisis: Tourists arrival down by 35 per cent, hoteliers worriedSubscriber Only
May 31, 2018 00:59 IST
Initially, tourists had started sending distress WhatsApp messages advising tourists to stay away from Shimla. The impact is reflected on Mall Road, which usually remains crowded during summers, but this time it wears a deserted look.
Thu, May 31, 2018
Shimla water crisis: No special tanker supply for judges, ministers, bureaucrats, MLAs, says HCSubscriber Only
May 29, 2018 17:57 IST
The bench, however, said such restrictions will not apply to residences/offices of Governor and Chief Minister of the state.
Tue, May 29, 2018
Why Shimla is thirsty this tourist seasonSubscriber Only
May 29, 2018 00:55 IST
In the peak tourist season, an average 15,000-20,000 tourists visit the city every day, adding to the load of its 2.2 lakh resident population on the city’s resources. Daily tourist arrivals are estimated to reach 25,000-30,000 over the weekends.
Tue, May 29, 2018
Midnight protests, dharnas, boycotts as Shimla’s water woes turn grimSubscriber Only
May 28, 2018 21:16 IST
Several localities of the town remained bereft of the water supply for the eight consecutive day.
Mon, May 28, 2018
Shimla reels under acute drinking water shortageSubscriber Only
May 28, 2018 04:28 IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur admitted that there was a crisis of drinking water. “It’s because the feed sources/rivers/streams have gone dry. I have held two-three review meetings.
Mon, May 28, 2018Shimla goes thirsty: No drinking water available in city for seventh consecutive daySubscriber Only
May 27, 2018 19:59 IST
Inder Singh, a Congress councillor, who was also standing in the queue to get drinking water, alleged that the municipal wards represented by the Congress, were being selectively targeted.
Sun, May 27, 2018
Kasauli shooting: ex-SP among 4 suspendedSubscriber Only
May 25, 2018 02:12 IST
The inquiry report had indicted 14 officials, including Mohit Chawla, for grave security lapses during the demolition drive.
Fri, May 25, 2018
‘Devbhumi’s blessings made me President’Subscriber Only
May 23, 2018 04:23 IST
Donning a Himachali cap at a civic reception hosted by the state government in his honour, President Kovind said: “This land has some divine power..."
Wed, May 23, 2018
Himachal Pradesh: Guv gives assent, two BJP MLAs to get cabinet, MoS ranksSubscriber Only
May 20, 2018 00:34 IST
The Governor, who is learnt to have initially posed some queries to the government, gave his assent on Friday evening, days after Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur had a luncheon meeting with him at Raj Bhawan Sunday last week.
Sun, May 20, 2018
Kasauli cop-out probe report: Won’t spare guilty, says Jai Ram ThakurSubscriber Only
May 19, 2018 00:32 IST
Asked what action he was contemplating, the CM said, “Within the next two days, the government will let you (media) know our response. First, I want an in-depth examination of the report.”
Sat, May 19, 2018
Kasauli cop-out: ‘Hotelier who shot official fled after threatening unarmed SHO on his heels’Subscriber Only
May 18, 2018 00:18 IST
A 133-page report was submitted to Additional Chief secretary (Home) B K Aggarwal, which points out lapses and highlights how the police were ill-prepared for providing protection during the demolition drive.
Fri, May 18, 2018
Perform or tell me you can’t: Jai Ram Thakur to copsSubscriber Only
May 17, 2018 02:09 IST
Sources said an angry CM told a top police officer not to give him explanations quoting data on reported cases and academic reasons as how the number of rape cases had increased
Thu, May 17, 2018
A look at rampant constructions plaguing HimachalSubscriber Only
May 13, 2018 04:21 IST
An Assistant Town Planner was recently shot dead while supervising a Supreme Court-mandated demolition of illegal structures in Kasauli.
Tue, Jun 26, 2018
Kotkhai rape-murder case: In relief for CBI director, HC recalls order to summon himSubscriber Only
May 09, 2018 10:05 IST
Anil Kumar alias Neelu (25), a wood-cutter, was arrested by the CBI on the basis of genetic material collected from the spot.
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