Wildlife Institute to assess human-animal conflict in Himachal, prepare region-specific action plans

    Shimla, September 19, 2026: The Wildlife Institute of India–Sálim Ali Centre for Ornithology and Natural History (SACON), Coimbatore, will conduct a rapid assessment of human-wildlife conflict in Himachal Pradesh and recommend region-specific management action plans.   A team from the institute held a meeting with Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) Alok Prem…

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AHS Middle Section Speech Day Celebrates Student Talent and Achievement

  Shimla, Sept. 19: Auckland House School held its Middle Section Speech Day, celebrating students’ achievements in academics, sports, arts and co-curricular activities through a vibrant programme of music, theatre and dance. The programme was presented in two segments—Variety Entertainment Programme and Celebration of Excellence. Students of Forms III to V showcased their talent through…

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Agri-Machinery portal to reopen on 22 September

Shimla 19September A Spokesperson of the Agriculture Department today informed that the Agri-Machinery Portal will reopen on 22th September, 2026 at 12 noon for the financial year 2026-27. Farmers can apply for agricultural machinery and equipment under the sub-mission on agricultural mechanization (SMAM) through the DBT portal, agrimachinery.nic.in, up to 30th September, 2026.   The…

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Senior Himachal officials head overseas, Cabinet meeting likely to wait until October

Shimla, September 18: The Himachal Pradesh government’s senior bureaucracy is set to be away on a series of overseas assignments through the latter half of September, making a Cabinet meeting this month. Principal Secretary (Finance) Devesh Kumar has travelled to Brazil along with a team of Urban Development Department officials. During his absence, the additional…

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Nauni University training equips vocational trainers with skills for youth employability

Solan, September 18: A three-day training programme aimed at strengthening the skills and capacity of vocational trainers concluded at Dr Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni. Organised by the Directorate of Extension Education under the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) project, the programme brought together 49 vocational trainers from schools across…

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Tiny Feet, Big Dreams: Auckland House Boys Shine on Speech Day 2026

Shimla, September 18  Auckland House School for Boys, Shimla, celebrated its Lower Primary Department (LPD) Speech Day 2026 on Friday with a colourful and energetic showcase of music, dance, storytelling and India’s rich cultural traditions. The programme was graced by Maheshwar Singh Chauhan, Chairman, HIMFED, Himachal Pradesh, as the Chief Guest. He encouraged the young…

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