177 Himachal roads shut amid snowfall as tourists flock in for White Christmas
2 weeks, 1 day ago

177 Himachal roads shut amid snowfall as tourists flock in for White Christmas

India Today  

At least 177 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said on Tuesday. Snowfall was recorded in the Kinnaur, Lahaul and Spiti and the higher reaches of Shimla, Kullu, Mandi, Chamba and Sirmaur districts. About 174 roads and three national highways are closed and tourists in about 500 vehicles stranded near the Atal Tunnel were safely rescued till late on Monday, Additional Chief Secretary Onkar Sharma told PTI Videos. Snowfall was also witnessed in the suburbs of Manali and Dalhousie since Monday while a few places in the mid and lower hills received light rain.

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Hottest January day to snowstorm warning in Himachal: Shimla, Manali's dramatic weather stuns tourists
3 days, 11 hours ago

Hottest January day to snowstorm warning in Himachal: Shimla, Manali's dramatic weather stuns tourists

Hindustan Times  

Shimla recorded its highest-ever maximum temperature in January, breaking the previous high set in 2006. On Friday, the prominent hill station town in Himachal Pradesh recorded a maximum temperature of 22 degrees Celsius -- its highest January day temperature. The Met office said the all-time high minimum temperature in Shimla was recorded on January 24, 2009, at 12.7 degrees Celsius. …

J-K: Mughal Road closed, traffic suspended for last 4 days after heavy snowfall | VIDEO
6 days, 17 hours ago

J-K: Mughal Road closed, traffic suspended for last 4 days after heavy snowfall | VIDEO

India TV News  

Mughal Road in Poonch district has been closed and traffic suspended for the last four days after Poonch received heavy snowfall. According to the weather department, the current Western Disturbance is expected to intensify during the afternoon, bringing heavy snowfall to the higher reaches of North Kashmir, higher reaches of Ganderbal district, the Sonamarg-Pahalgam axis, and the Zojila-Drass-Minimarg axis. There …

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall and rain: IMD issues alert
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall and rain: IMD issues alert

India Today  

According to the latest forecast by the India Meteorological Department, Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for another round of snowfall and rain in its high-altitude regions. SNOWFALL EXPECTED IN SHIMLA AND HIGH HILL AREAS Key tourist destinations like Shimla, Kufri, and Manali will likely experience fresh snowfall, enhancing the winter charm and attracting tourists. RAINFALL PREDICTED IN MID-HILL REGIONS In …

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall, rain in high hill regions: Check latest weather update
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6 days, 17 hours ago

Himachal Pradesh braces for fresh snowfall, rain in high hill regions: Check latest weather update

India TV News  

Himachal weather update: Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for fresh bouts of snowfall and rainfall in its mid and high-hill regions starting Thursday, while the plains and lower-hill areas are expected to remain largely dry, according to the meteorological department. Officials have advised residents and tourists to prepare for potentially challenging weather conditions, particularly in regions prone to disruptions due …

Himachal likely to receive fresh snowfall, rainfall from Jan 2
6 days, 22 hours ago

Himachal likely to receive fresh snowfall, rainfall from Jan 2

Deccan Chronicle  

Mid and high hill areas of Himachal Pradesh are expected to receive fresh snowfall and rainfall from January 2, officials said on Wednesday, while plains and low hills are expected to remain dry. Mid and high hill areas are expected to receive fresh snowfall and rainfall from January 2 while plains and low hill areas are expected to remain dry. …

IMD predicts more snow, rain as cold wave tightens grip on North
1 week, 1 day ago

IMD predicts more snow, rain as cold wave tightens grip on North

Hindustan Times  

A cold wave has gripped large swathes of northern India, with fresh snowfall blanketing the upper reaches and pushing temperatures below zero at several places in the Himalayan region. According to the India Meteorological Department, the cold wave conditions are likely to continue for a week, with the possibility of fresh scattered snow and rain in the region between January …

Light rain, snowfall likely in higher reaches of Himachal from January 2
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1 week, 2 days ago

Light rain, snowfall likely in higher reaches of Himachal from January 2

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office has predicted light rain or snowfall at isolated places from January 2 to 4 and at few places on January 5 over the higher reaches of the state. The weather office said that light rain was observed at isolated places of the state during the last 24 hours. IMD officials said that no large …

Cold wave conditions continue in hill states
1 week, 2 days ago

Cold wave conditions continue in hill states

Hindustan Times  

Cold wave conditions continued to grip north India on Sunday as many districts in hill states experienced subzero temperatures, officials said. While cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir, road and air traffic resumed in the Valley after snowfall in the region decreased heavily on Sunday. The MeT department said that cold wave to severe cold wave conditions will continue in …

IMD predicts dry weather on New Year in Himachal Pradesh
1 week, 3 days ago

IMD predicts dry weather on New Year in Himachal Pradesh

Hindustan Times  

Dry weather is expected to prevail across Himachal Pradesh from December 30 to January 1, while the plain areas of the state will continue to be in a grip of cold wave conditions in the coming days. However, the India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office has predicted light rain or snowfall at isolated places across the state on January 2 and …

Cold wave grips North India! IMD predicts heavy snowfall at THESE places today; details
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1 week, 3 days ago

Cold wave grips North India! IMD predicts heavy snowfall at THESE places today; details

Live Mint  

According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature in Delhi has dropped to 12 degrees Celsius, with a thin layer of fog covering the national capital on Sunday. Cold Wave Warnings: Himachal Pradesh: Cold-wave to severe cold-wave conditions are very likely in some parts on December 30th and 31st. Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh: Cold wave conditions are expected from …

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter paradise as snowfall paints hill stations white | See pics
1 week, 3 days ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter paradise as snowfall paints hill stations white | See pics

India TV News  

Image Source : Social Media 1/6 Himachal Pradesh was gripped by an intensifying cold wave as temperatures in several pockets of the state dipped below zero degree Celsius. Image Source : Social Media 3/6 The India Meteorological Department predicted that the high hills of the state were expected to continue receiving many spells of moderate snowfall. Image Source : X …

Police teams rescue 5k tourists, 1,800 stranded vehicles in Himachal
1 week, 3 days ago

Police teams rescue 5k tourists, 1,800 stranded vehicles in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Around 5,000 tourists and 1,800 vehicles, stranded on a stretch between Solang Valley to the Atal Tunnel, were rescued by police teams on Saturday, said Manali deputy superintendent of police KD Sharma. As per the MeT department, higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh are very likely to continue to receive many spells of moderate snowfall with few heavy spells till the …

Srinagar, Doda, Manali, Lahaul-Spiti, Kathua face chaos, traffic snarls: Check IMD forecast here
1 week, 4 days ago

Srinagar, Doda, Manali, Lahaul-Spiti, Kathua face chaos, traffic snarls: Check IMD forecast here

Live Mint  

A blanket of snow covered several regions across north India on Saturday after a fresh spell. The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for cold wave in several north-western states, including Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttarakhand. IMD in its latest press release said heavy rainfall or snowfall is likely over Western Himalayan region on December 28 after …

10,000 tourists rescued, but many cars still stuck after fresh snowfall in Manali
1 week, 4 days ago

10,000 tourists rescued, but many cars still stuck after fresh snowfall in Manali

India Today  

The Himachal Pradesh Police safely evacuated over 10,000 stranded tourists from Solang Valley, which has been reeling under heavy snowfall since Friday. A man removes snow from vehicles after fresh snowfall, in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Fresh snowfall seen in Solang Nala area near Manali, Friday, December 27, 2024. Dense fog, freezing temperatures, and snow have rendered roads slippery and hazardous, …

North India faces severe cold wave, but no Christmas snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Srinagar | Weather updates
1 week, 6 days ago

North India faces severe cold wave, but no Christmas snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, Srinagar | Weather updates

Hindustan Times  

North Indian states, including Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and parts of Uttar Pradesh, remained gripped by a severe cold wave on Wednesday, but popular tourist spots such as Srinagar and Shimla missed out on the charm of a “white Christmas”. A boatman makes his way through the frozen surface of Dal Lake on a cold morning in Srinagar on December 25, …

Himachal Pradesh: 226 Roads Closed Due To Heavy Snowfall, 'Yellow' Alert In Mandi For Dense Fog
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2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh: 226 Roads Closed Due To Heavy Snowfall, 'Yellow' Alert In Mandi For Dense Fog

ABP News  

Shimla, Dec 25 A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said on Wednesday. A total of 226 roads, including three national highways including Attari and Leh, Sanj to Aut in Kullu district, Khab Sangam in Kinnaur district, and Gramphoo in Lahaul and Spiti district were closed for …

226 roads closed in Himachal due to snowfall, IMD warns of 'severe cold' till Sunday; J&K faces 'Chillai-Kalan'
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2 weeks ago

226 roads closed in Himachal due to snowfall, IMD warns of 'severe cold' till Sunday; J&K faces 'Chillai-Kalan'

Hindustan Times  

A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall across several districts, news agency PTI reported citing officials on Wednesday. Snowfall situation across parts of Himachal Pradesh People in Himachal Pradesh experienced a harsh cold wave as minimum temperatures dropped across the region. According to the Met office, rainfall was recorded across various …

Himachal snowfall: Higher tourist influx brings Christmas cheer in Shimla, Manali; roads closed, 4 dead due to accident
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2 weeks ago

Himachal snowfall: Higher tourist influx brings Christmas cheer in Shimla, Manali; roads closed, 4 dead due to accident

Live Mint  

Amid the ongoing Christmas celebration worldwide, Himachal Pradesh's popular tourist destinations are covered in snow due to a fresh spell of snowfall after a dry spell of three months. Himachal Pradesh snowfall: Road closures, tourists stranded in many places While the snowfall is a good sign for farmers and local residents the sudden change in weather has affected electricity transfer …

Himachal Pradesh snow: Shimla, Manali turn white on Christmas; 4 dead, roads closed, tourist influx goes up
2 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh snow: Shimla, Manali turn white on Christmas; 4 dead, roads closed, tourist influx goes up

Hindustan Times  

Tourist hubs such as Shimla and Manali in the hill state of Himachal Pradesh have turned into a white wonderland, so have parts of Jammu and Kashmir with fresh snowfall and temperatures going several degrees below freezing point, bringing cheer to tourists visiting the places for Christmas holiday and also woes for vehicles. While people are getting to experience ‘white …

Himachal weather updates: Heavy snowfall leads to closure of over 200 roads as severe cold wave intensifies
2 weeks ago

Himachal weather updates: Heavy snowfall leads to closure of over 200 roads as severe cold wave intensifies

India TV News  

Himachal weather updates: A total of 226 roads, including three national highways, were closed today in Himachal Pradesh following snowfall in several districts, officials said. Tabo in the Lahaul and Spiti district was the coldest place in Himachal Pradesh, recording a night temperature of minus 10.6 degrees Celsius. Cold wave intensifies in Shimla As the cold wave intensified in Himachal …

Met predict rain, snow from December 27 to 29 in Himachal
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2 weeks ago

Met predict rain, snow from December 27 to 29 in Himachal

Hindustan Times  

[email protected] An aerial view of snow-covered statue of lord Hanuman at Jakhoo hill after fresh snowfall in Shimla on Tuesday. Amid heavy influx of tourists, Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for another spell of fresh snow as an active Western Disturbance will bring widespread snowfall and rain to the state from December 27 to 29. Met department predicts that under …

Heavy snowfall in Himachal's Manali, 700 stranded tourists rescued
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Heavy snowfall in Himachal's Manali, 700 stranded tourists rescued

The Hindu  

A fresh spell of heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Manali on Monday left several vehicles stuck and tourists stranded in their vehicles for hours between Solang and Atal Tunnel, Rohtang. According to officials, around 1,000 vehicles were stuck in a long traffic jam, prompting police to launch a rescue operation and shift around 700 tourists to safe places. The mesmerizing …

Amid Manali’s traffic nightmare, Himachal’s snow-covered serenity steals spotlight in viral videos
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Amid Manali’s traffic nightmare, Himachal’s snow-covered serenity steals spotlight in viral videos

Hindustan Times  

A fresh wave of snowfall on Monday turned people’s trips to Himachal Pradesh’s Manali into a traffic nightmare after nearly 1,000 cars got stuck between Solang and Atal Tunnel. Snowfall in Shimla: Himachal Pradesh’s capital city, Shimla, often referred to as the "Queen of Hills,” received its second snowfall of the season on Monday. The India Meteorological Department’s Shimla office …

Massive Traffic Jam In Manali As People Rush To Hills To Celebrate White Christmas
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Massive Traffic Jam In Manali As People Rush To Hills To Celebrate White Christmas

ABP News  

Himachal Weather: Several people rushed to Manali after fresh snowfall in Himachal Pradesh to celebrate Christmas and New Year, leading to huge traffic congestion in the hill station on Monday. #WATCH | Himachal Pradesh: Traffic congestion and slow vehicular movement witnessed in Manali as people throng to hilly areas after fresh snowfall pic.twitter.com/hmWfK6Xxjq — ANI December 24, 2024 Around 1,000 …

Himachal snowfall: 1,000 vehicles stuck between Solang, Atal Tunnel; severe cold wave alert on Christmas Day
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Himachal snowfall: 1,000 vehicles stuck between Solang, Atal Tunnel; severe cold wave alert on Christmas Day

Live Mint  

A fresh wave of heavy snowfall hit Himachal Pradesh's Manali on December 23 leaving around 1,000 vehicles stuck and tourists trapped in their cars for hours between Solang and Atal Tunnel, Rohtang. A video shared by news agency ANI showed police personnel assisting travellers and drivers in navigating their vehicles as snowfall continued. IMD issues severe coldwave alert The Indian …

Himachal Pradesh: Over 1,000 vehicles stuck in Solang-Rohtang after heavy snowfall in Manali, 700 tourists rescued
Top News
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Himachal Pradesh: Over 1,000 vehicles stuck in Solang-Rohtang after heavy snowfall in Manali, 700 tourists rescued

Hindustan Times  

A fresh spell of heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh's Manali on Monday has turned the winter wonderland into a logistical nightmare as around 1,000 vehicles got stuck, while tourists were stranded in their vehicles for hours between Solang and Atal Tunnel in Rohtang. A biker falls on a slippery road after fresh snowfall in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, According to officials, …

Heavy snowfall in Uttarakhand attracts tourists ahead of Christmas Eve
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Heavy snowfall in Uttarakhand attracts tourists ahead of Christmas Eve

New Indian Express  

DEHRADUN: Christmas Eve unfolds in Uttarakhand with heavy snowfall embracing its majestic peaks. "Snowfall in the hilly districts and rain in the plains have intensified the chill, making it quite frosty," said a local weather expert. According to sources from the Meteorological Center, snowfall has been reported in several areas including Badrinath Dham, Hemkund Sahib, Rudranath, Valley of Flowers, Lal …

Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Snowfall in Himachal brings cheer to tourists, orange alert issued

New Indian Express  

CHANDIGARH: The second light snowfall of the season has brought cheers to the local people and the tourists visiting Shmila, Kullu-Manali, Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti districts on Monday. The met department has also predicted light rain and snowfall at a few places in the mid and higher hills till Thursday. The weather department has forecast a cold wave at many places …

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Day temperatures drop sharply in North India; intense cold wave persists in Kashmir

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Day temperatures dropped sharply in several areas of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh after light rain hit parts of north India on Monday, even as intense cold wave conditions persisted in Kashmir with mercury dipping several degrees below freezing point. According to the Met office, Chandigarh, which received light rain during the day, recorded a maximum temperature of …

Hill stations record rare early snowfall
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hill stations record rare early snowfall

Hindustan Times  

Shimla in Himachal Pradesh recorded the season’s first snowfall on December 9, the earliest the hill town has received snow in the last 12 years. While the early snow, after nearly two months of a dry spells, triggered winter chill and cold wave conditions over northern plains, including in Delhi, this week, it did not last long owing to comparatively …

Intense cold wave, snowfall hit J&K, Himachal Pradesh; Lahaul-Spiti coldest at minus 12.7 degrees C
4 weeks ago

Intense cold wave, snowfall hit J&K, Himachal Pradesh; Lahaul-Spiti coldest at minus 12.7 degrees C

Hindustan Times  

An intense cold wave has hit parts of Himachal Pradesh, with minimum temperatures dropping 3 to 5 degrees below normal in most areas of the state on Tuesday, leading to light snowfall. Tabo in the tribal district of Lahaul and Spiti was the coldest in the state, with a low of minus 12.7 degrees. Spiti’s Kukumseri recorded a low of …

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Fresh snowfall in Shimla and beyond draws tourists to Himachal Pradesh

Live Mint  

Breaking a ten-week dry spell, Himachal Pradesh's Shimla, along with the nearby tourist resorts of Kufri, Fagu, Chansel, Narkanda and the Churdhar ranges, as well as several high mountain passes, received the first snowfall of the season on Sunday evening. Snowfall was also recorded in key tourist destinations such as Manali, Kasauli, and Chail since Sunday evening, while Dharamshala experienced …

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Shimla Witnesses Early December Snowfall After 52 Years, 87 Roads Across Himachal Blocked

ABP News  

Shimla, known for its picturesque winters, witnessed snowfall on Sunday, 8 December 2024, marking an early seasonal snowfall after a gap of 52 years since 1972. Meanwhile, continuing intermittent snowfall in Himachal Pradesh’s tribal Lahaul and Spiti districts has intensified cold conditions across adjoining valleys. Himachal Pradesh Snowfall: 87 Roads Including National Highway-03 Blocked The snowfall, although a welcome relief …

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Himachal Pradesh turns into winter wonderland as it receives season's first snowfall in December: Top 5 places to visit

Hindustan Times  

Several regions across Himachal Pradesh witnessed the season's first snowfall on Sunday. If you love the cold or just want to witness snowfall or the majestic mountains covered in snow, this is the time to plan your winter wonderland trip to Himachal. Shimla to Spiti Valley; top 5 places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. Shimla The capital of Himachal Pradesh, …

87 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as snowfall hits Shimla, Manali. Details here
4 weeks, 2 days ago

87 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as snowfall hits Shimla, Manali. Details here

India Today  

At least 87 roads, including the Atari-Leh National Highway 3 near Manali's Rohtang Pass, have been closed in Himachal Pradesh after the state received its first snowfall of the season. 87 ROADS CLOSED IN HIMACHAL The State Emergency Operations Centre reported that a total of 87 roads were closed in the state, with 58 in Shimla, followed by 17 in …

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’
1 month ago

Shimla, Kasauli and adjoining Himachal towns receive season’s first snow; Gulmarg turns into ’wonderland’

Live Mint  

Temperatures are expected to dip further over northern parts of India after several regions across Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir witnessed season's first snowfall on Sunday. Shimla and the adjoining tourist resort towns of Kufri and Fagu received the season's first snow on Sunday while continuing intermittent snowfall in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh's tribal Lahaul and Spiti …

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH
1 month ago

Heavy Snowfall Blankets Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti, J&K’s Gulmarg — WATCH

ABP News  

Heavy snowfall has blanketed the Lahaul and Spiti region of Himachal Pradesh and its surrounding areas on Sunday. Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh: The snowfall has blanketed the region and its surrounding areas pic.twitter.com/MK7iZnxSxB — IANS December 8, 2024 Last month on November 11, Gulmarg received its first snowfall of the season. VIDEO | Himachal Pradesh: Fresh snowfall blankets Shimla, …

Trekking above 3,000 metres prohibited in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district. Here’s why
1 month, 1 week ago

Trekking above 3,000 metres prohibited in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district. Here’s why

Live Mint  

Amid the harsh topography and the risks associated with winter snowfall, Kangra Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa on Wednesday prohibited trekking activities above 3,000 metres in the Dhauladhar range of Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district until further notice, reported PTI. DC Bairwa explained that the order was issued to ensure public safety, given the region's harsh topography and the risks associated with …

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jammu and Kashmir receives season’s first snowfall; netizens call it a ‘winter wonderland’

Live Mint  

The season's first snowfall has enhanced Jammu and Kashmir's scenic beauty, making it an attractive destination for tourists in the upcoming holiday season. Officials told newswire ANI that the higher reaches of Kashmir received the season's first snowfall, while the plains in lower altitudes were lashed by heavy rainfall. Snowfall in Kashmir | Watch Video J&K's Sonmarg received fresh snowfall …

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations
2 months, 1 week ago

Breathtaking Snowfall in India: A Guide to the Most Enchanting Destinations

Live Mint  

India offers some of the best places for snowfall during winter, with destinations like Gulmarg, Shimla, Ladakh, Manali, and Mussoorie providing breathtaking landscapes and thrilling activities. Whether you're looking to enjoy snow sports or simply soak in the beauty of snow-capped mountains, these destinations offer something for every winter traveller. Club Mahindra resorts provide excellent options for a comfortable and …

31 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as rain continues to lash parts of State
3 months, 3 weeks ago

31 roads closed in Himachal Pradesh as rain continues to lash parts of State

The Hindu  

A total of 31 roads were closed for vehicular movement in Himachal Pradesh on Friday evening as rain continues to lash parts of the state, officials said on Friday. Light rain continued in some parts of the state and Guler recorded the maximum rainfall at 64.2 mm since Thursday evening followed by 46.4 mm in Palampur, 43 mm in Dharamshala, …

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Snow cover in Himachal down by 12.9% this year, study shows

Hindustan Times  

Snow cover across the Himalayan region of the state came down 12.9% in 2023-24 compared to the previous year, a study conducted by the State Centre on Climate Change of Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Shimla, has shown. The state receives winter precipitation in the form of snow at higher altitudes and around one-third of the total …

168 roads closed as snow, rains lash parts of Himachal
9 months, 1 week ago

168 roads closed as snow, rains lash parts of Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Higher reaches and tribal areas received fresh spell of snow while low and middle hills were lashed by intermittent hail and rains on Saturday as the local MeT office predicted wet spell in Himachal Pradesh till April 4. A Himachal Roadways Transport Corporation bus turned turtle near Maling in the Kinnaur district after skidding on Saturday morning in the snow …

Himachal Pradesh receives fresh snowfall, multiple roads closed for vehicular movement
9 months, 1 week ago

Himachal Pradesh receives fresh snowfall, multiple roads closed for vehicular movement

Hindustan Times  

Higher reaches and tribal areas received fresh spell of snow while low and middle hills were lashed by intermittent hail and rains on Saturday as the local MeT office predicted wet spell in Himachal Pradesh till April 4. A long vehicular traffic jam witnessed as Himachal Pradesh receives fresh snowfall. ‘Snowy retreat’: Parts of J&K, Himachal Pradesh receive fresh snowfall …

Himachal Pradesh: Landslide Blocks Shimla-Kalka National Highway Near Solan For 5 Hours
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Himachal Pradesh: Landslide Blocks Shimla-Kalka National Highway Near Solan For 5 Hours

ABP News  

New Delhi: A landslide occurred on Monday morning in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district, leading to the halt of traffic movement on the Shimla-Kalka national highway near Shamlech village, officials said.No casualties were reported from the incident, which occurred around 7:30 am near the Solan bypass. The highest number of road closures, totaling 237, were reported in Lahaul and Spiti, followed …

5 national highways, 259 roads closed as snow, rain lash Himachal
9 months, 3 weeks ago

5 national highways, 259 roads closed as snow, rain lash Himachal

Hindustan Times  

A total of 259 roads, including five national highways, are closed for vehicular traffic in Himachal Pradesh following snow and rain in recent days with the local MeT office cautioning of fresh disturbance affecting the state. “A fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the western Himalayan region from Monday while another such disturbance would affect the region from the …

Four national highways, 279 roads closed as snow, rain lash Himachal Pradesh
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Four national highways, 279 roads closed as snow, rain lash Himachal Pradesh

New Indian Express  

SHIMLA: A total of 279 roads, including four national highways, have been closed for vehicular traffic in Himachal Pradesh due to recent snow and rains even though the state witnessed a dry day on Friday. Manali received traces of snow in the past 24 hours, the MeT said on Saturday, adding a fresh western disturbance is likely to affect the …

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow
10 months ago

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh covered in fresh blanket of Snow

Live Mint  

Shimla, a picturesque town in Himachal Pradesh, was seen adorned with fresh snowfall, as per a video shared by ANI. The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast for light to moderate rainfall or snowfall in parts of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand today. The India Meteorological Department predicted light to moderate rain or snowfall in Jammu and …

5 NH among 441 roads shut as snow, rain lash Himachal
10 months ago

5 NH among 441 roads shut as snow, rain lash Himachal

Hindustan Times  

Snowfall in the higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh crippled daily life in the tribal Lahaul and Spiti and Kinnaur districts while 441 roads, including five national highways, were closed for traffic. The state’s mid and low hills were lashed by intermittent rain while the India Meteorological Department office in Shimla has issued a red warning for thunderstorms with lightning, hailstorm …

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