Heavy rain triggers massive landslides in Himachal, five killed

The North News Shimla, July 22 At least five people have been killed and two others injured as heavy rains triggered widespread landslides across Himachal Pradesh over the past two days, said officials. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for four districts—Una, Hamirpur, Solan and Bilaspur—warning of continued heavy rainfall and […]

‘Health reasons’: VP Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns

The North News New Delhi, July 21 In a surprise move, Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar, has resigned from his post with immediate effect, citing medical advice and the need to prioritise his health on Monday. In a formal letter addressed to the President of India, Dhankhar said his decision was made “in accordance with Article 67(a) […]

Breaking: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigns

Opposition misleading public on land pooling: CM Mann

The North News Dhuri (Sangrur), July 21 Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has defended his government’s new land pooling scheme, describing it as pro-farmer and essential for the state’s development. He urged residents not to fall for “misleading propaganda” from opposition parties. Speaking in Dhuri while distributing ₹31.3 crore in grants to 70 villages for […]

After Trump’s claims, read PM Modi’s full statement on Operation Sindoor

The North News  New Delhi, July 21 Describing the current monsoon session as a celebration of India’s victories, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the world has witnessed the strength and capability of India’s armed forces. Referring to Operation Sindoor, the Prime Minister highlighted that the Indian Army achieved its targeted objectives with […]

VP Dhankhar urges MPs to embrace dialogue, not conflict

The North News New Delhi, July 21 Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Monday called on lawmakers to prioritise dialogue over discord, warning that internal political conflict only serves to strengthen the country’s adversaries. Addressing members of Parliament during the opening of the Monsoon Session, Dhankhar said that India’s democratic tradition is rooted […]

PM Modi praises ‘Operation Sindoor’, slams Pakistan over Pahalgam attack

The North News New Delhi, July 21  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the success of Operation Sindoor, a military action that he said demonstrated India’s growing defence capabilities and resolve against terrorism. While addressing the press before Monsoon Session, Prime Minister said the operation had “completely neutralised the masterminds of terror” inside enemy […]

Bikram Majithia’s judicial custody extended till August 2

The North News Mohali, July 19 A district court in Mohali on Saturday extended the judicial custody of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former minister Bikram Singh Majithia till August 2 in connection with a ₹540 crore disproportionate assets case. Majithia was produced before the court under tight security and brought from New Nabha […]

Himachal likely to witness very heavy rainfall from July 20 to 24: IMD

Yog Raj Sharma The North News Shimla, July 19 The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Himachal Pradesh, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall from July 20 to 24, as the monsoon is set to regain intensity across the region. Officials at the Meteorological Centre in Shimla said that nearly […]

Himachal to move Supreme Court over apple tree felling on forest land: Minister Negi

Yog Raj Sharma The North News Shimla, July 19 The Himachal Pradesh government is set to approach the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the felling of apple trees growing on encroached forest land, saying the action during the monsoon season could cause environmental harm and disrupt livelihoods. The decision was taken during a high-powered […]