Himachal

As a precautionary measure against avian influenza, the Health Department today directed the veterinary authorities to dispatch samples on a regular basis to the High Security Animal Diseases Laboratory (HSADL), Bhopal. A high-level meeting was chaired by the Principal Secretary, […]

The rivers Chandrabhaga (Chenab) in Lahaul, the Satluj near Shimla, the Ravi near Chamba and the Beas near Kullu offer immense whitewater rafting possibilities. River-rafting or white-water rafting, as it is also called – is swiftly making Himachal a focus

Psychedelic lights, sterling performances and an enthusiastic audience made up for the second annual Tibetan Music Awards recently in Dharamshala, the adopted home of the Tibetan leader Dalai Lama. Forty-five nominees vied for the coveted Awards that recognized the best

The Practice Management Center (PMC) provides free assistance to members covering the full spectrum of business issues associated with running and working in a medical practice. Two medical officials were killed and three injured in an accident near Hal village,

The Buddhist spiritual leader Dalai Lama has asked the Tibetan children to take deeper interest in their cultural heritage. He addressed a function to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Tibetan Children’s Village in Dharamshala. His Holiness stressed upon the

(PNB) Punjab National Bank opened its first branch in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, taking the number of branches in the country to 220. The branch was inaugurated by Lahaul and SpitiDeputy Commissioner R Salvam. He said, ”

Kasuali is the most attracted hill station of the tourists. There are various view points which attracts tourists the most. Monkey point is amoung one of them. It is nearly 3 km from Ros Hotel. There is a hill which

Triveni Mahadev temple is situated at Ghatod village 135 kms from Hanogi and 35 kms from Baijnath. The minister of the Mandi estatebuilt this temple during 1851-1902. The temple is situated on the meeting point of Vipasha, Vinvaa and Khsheer

Rewalsar is at a distance of 24 kms from Mandi. It is a sacred place of worship for Bodhs, Sikhs and the Hindus alike. Many legendary stories are related to this place, especially those of Sage Lomas, Padmasambhava and Guru

There are various lakes in Himachal which adds to the beauty of hilly regions. Renuka Lake is 36 km from Nahan . Mythology tells that Renuka was the wife of Sage Yamdagni. Sage Parshuram was their son and it is

Jwalamukhi temple is a famous temple of goddess Jwalamukhi, the diety of flaming mouth, built over some natural jets of combustible gas, believed to be the manifestation of the Goddess. The building is modern with a gilt dome and pinnacles,

Kamru is a small picturesque and historical village near another beautiful village Sangla in Kinnaur districtof Himachal Pradesh. It is 3000 mtrs above sea level. Just above the village Kamru, a Fortress-Capped-Mountain-Top attracts every person in its vicinity. The fort