Khyber Pass Dust Crisis Persists Into 2026
Despite demolitions in 2024, Khyber Pass near Delhi University remains a dust bowl, causing severe air pollution and resident anguish. Who is accountable for Delhi's lungs?
Despite demolitions in 2024, Khyber Pass near Delhi University remains a dust bowl, causing severe air pollution and resident anguish. Who is accountable for Delhi's lungs?
Fortnite's v39.20 update arrives on January 9, 2026, bringing a new OG Pass, rumored Silent Hill crossover, and the end of Winterfest. Get all the details here!
Higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh, including Atal Tunnel & Solang, receive light snowfall. Avalanche strikes Sissu in Lahaul & Spiti. Weather brings relief to farmers after dry spell.
Higher reaches of Himachal Pradesh, including Lahaul-Spiti and Kinnaur, receive the first snowfall of 2024. Key passes closed, bringing relief from dry spell. Details on weather forecast inside.
Thousands celebrated New Year in Manali as light snowfall hit Rohtang Pass & Atal Tunnel. Police regulate traffic, hotels 85% full. Read for weather updates.
Key passes and peaks in Himachal Pradesh, including Rohtang and Baralacha, receive fresh snowfall, bringing relief from dry spell and boosting tourism prospects. IMD predicts more.
Manali witnesses a massive tourist influx for New Year 2026 celebrations. Hotels are fully booked as visitors from Delhi, Chandigarh arrive, eagerly hoping for snowfall.
Despite predictions of rain and snow, over 40,000 tourists have descended on Manali for New Year celebrations, causing massive traffic jams. Hotel occupancy hits 80%. Read more.
Sikkim witnesses a massive winter tourist surge with over 6,000 visitors at Nathula Pass and Tsomgo Lake in a single day. Discover the details and travel updates.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Manali saw a massive Christmas influx despite no snow. Tourists flocked to Rohtang Pass and Atal Tunnel, causing traffic jams. A DJ night lit up Mall Road as hotel occupancy soared. Read more about Himachal's holiday rush.
Gurgaon authorities seized 126 vehicles involved in illegal mining and transportation, collecting fines of Rs 84 lakh between April and December. Read about the strict measures being implemented.
A group of women bikers from Bengaluru, including an elderly mother-daughter duo, braved extreme conditions to reach the high-altitude Nathula Pass. Their inspiring journey, documented in a viral video, redefines adventure and age. Watch their story here.
A cold wave sweeps Himachal Pradesh as high-altitude areas receive snowfall. Tourists flock to Shinku La and Rohtang Pass despite road closures. Read more about the weather conditions and temperatures.
Heavy snowfall has blocked the Mughal Road and Sinthan Pass, crucial alternative routes to Kashmir Valley. Authorities are working to restore connectivity. Read the latest updates.
Manali faces severe traffic gridlock as thousands escape Delhi's pollution. Over 1,000 vehicles enter daily, causing jams. Officials scramble for a plan as tourist rush peaks for Christmas.
IIT Kharagpur introduces a BTech pass degree for students scoring CGPA 5-6, reducing stress. First batch to benefit graduates in 2027. Read more about this landmark decision.
Trichy International Airport launches biometric gates for staff entry, using retina & fingerprint scans. This automation enhances security, speeds up access, and addresses CISF personnel shortage. Read more.
Himachal Pradesh experiences light snowfall on high mountain passes, leading to a temperature drop. IMD forecasts more snow on Dec 20-21. Dharamshala recorded its warmest December day. Read for details on weather alerts and forecasts.
As Delhi's AQI remains 'very poor', a viral video shows endless traffic at Himachal's Rohtang Pass. Experts warn of ecological damage and safety risks from unregulated tourist rush. Read more.
Kerala High Court prohibits police & unauthorised entry into Sabarimala's bhandaram, orders daily pilgrim cap of 5,000. Read the full court directives.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Multi-Lane Free Flow toll system by 2026-end. It will read number plates at 80 kmph, saving fuel and boosting revenue. Read more about India's highway revolution.
A viral video reveals massive traffic at Rohtang Pass, Himachal, as Delhi residents flee toxic air. Netizens debate unregulated tourism's impact on fragile mountain ecosystems. Read more.
NGO Shivalik Vikas Manch submits memo to NHAI over Chandimandir toll plaza issues. New operator cuts local passes, ends online payments, causing traffic jams. Details inside.
As Delhi's AQI hits 380, residents flee to hills, causing massive traffic jams at Rohtang Pass. Viral video sparks debate on over-tourism and ecological damage in Himachal Pradesh.
Explore the sharp social and political commentary in Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon 'This Too Shall Pass'. A visual take on current Indian affairs.
Microsoft unveils the full Xbox Game Pass December 2025 lineup, featuring Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Mortal Kombat 1, and new perks. See all arrivals and departures.
Xbox Game Pass December 2024 lineup features Mortal Kombat 1, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and over a dozen new games. Get details on releases, leaving titles, and the service's update schedule shift.
Deccan Herald's poignant cartoon, 'This Too Shall Pass,' delivers a powerful message of resilience and hope, reminding us that difficult phases are temporary. Discover its significance today.
Himachal Pradesh Cooperative Revenue Agency (HPCRA) announces Patwari recruitment for 530 posts. 12th pass candidates with HP domicile can apply online by January 16, 2026. Check eligibility & apply now!