A devastating fire has completely destroyed the historic Junga Palace in Shimla. The three-centuries-old heritage structure, once the seat of the Keonthal Princely State, was reduced to ashes. Read the full report on the tragic loss.
Kuwait's Civil Service Commission has declared a nationwide public holiday on Sunday, January 18, for Isra and Miraj. Government offices will be closed. Read details.
A 15-year-old girl has gone missing from her home in Shimla's Krishna Nagar area. Police have registered a case and launched a search operation. Read for details.
Banks across India are operational today, Saturday, January 3, except in Uttar Pradesh. Find out the reason for the state-specific holiday and RBI's Saturday rules.
Himachal Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, at the closing of Shimla Winter Carnival, called for united efforts against drug menace. He praised the event's cultural success.
Banks in Aizawl, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram are closed on January 2, 2026, for New Year Celebrations/Mannam Jayanthi. Check the full city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
Planning for January 1, 2026? Here's a complete guide to US federal holiday closures for banks, post offices, stock markets, and more. Plan your essential services now.
BSE and NSE will remain closed on January 1, 2025, for New Year. Check the full list of stock market holidays for 2025 and MCX trading schedule. Plan your investments accordingly.
Discover how 2025 marked a turning point for Indian streaming, with major franchises like 'Paatal Lok', 'Panchayat', and 'The Family Man' delivering high-quality, successful new seasons that broke the 'sequel curse'. Read the full analysis.
Surat's municipal schools have cancelled the Jan 1 holiday for 2026, replacing it with Rath Yatra. Two separate leave lists issued for Urdu-medium and other schools. Get the full details here.
Himachal Pradesh High Court expresses serious concern over safety violations at Shimla Winter Carnival. Read about the court's directives and the government's response.
Light snowfall graces Himachal's higher reaches as thousands of tourists flock for New Year. Shimla's Ridge hosts grand celebrations amid tight security. IMD predicts more snow.
January 1, 2026, is a US federal holiday. Find out what's closed: banks, stock markets, USPS, and federal offices. Plan your financial transactions accordingly.
Banks in Imphal and Aizawl are closed on December 31 for New Year's Eve and Imoinu Iratpa. Check the RBI's city-wise holiday list and available digital banking services.
Banks in Manipur and Mizoram are closed today, January 31, for local festivals. Check details on the RBI holiday calendar and which banks are affected.
Shimla's civic body faced a turbulent 2024 marked by development promises, public protests over water and parking, and political challenges. Explore the key events that defined the year.
A physical altercation between a doctor and a patient at Shimla's IGM Hospital was peacefully resolved after both parties apologised and shook hands. Watch the video.
The IGMC Shimla assault dispute is resolved as Dr Raghav Narula and patient Arjun Panwar apologise, ending the doctors' strike. Read the full story of the compromise.
Banks in Shillong are closed on December 30 for U Kiang Nangbah's death anniversary. Check the city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
The IMD forecasts light to moderate rain and snowfall in Himachal Pradesh from December 30 to January 2, ending a prolonged dry spell. Dense fog and cold wave warnings also issued for several districts. Read for full details.
Himachal Pradesh hospitals face major disruption as resident doctors strike over IGMC Shimla doctor's termination. OPDs and elective surgeries suspended, emergency services continue. Details inside.
Banks across India, including SBI, HDFC, and ICICI, are closed today, 27 December, as it's the fourth Saturday. Check the RBI holiday calendar for details on weekend closures and how they affect your banking.
Banks in select Indian cities to remain closed on December 26 & 27, 2025, following Christmas. Check the full city-wise list and available digital services here.
Banks and stock exchanges (NSE, BSE) are closed nationwide on December 25, 2025, for Christmas. Check the RBI holiday list and available digital banking services.
Christmas 2025 holiday in India: All banks, NSE, and BSE are closed on December 25. Check RBI holiday list, digital banking services available, and last market holiday of the year.
A fresh video shows an argument between the patient and a doctor at IGMC Shimla. The hospital administration has yet to submit its probe report to the CM's office as ordered. Get the latest updates.
Confused about bank timings for Christmas? Banks are closed only in Mizoram, Nagaland & Meghalaya on Dec 24. Nationwide holiday on Dec 25. Check state-wise list and plan your banking.
Get ready for a blockbuster 2026 on OTT! Major seasons like Bridgerton S4, Euphoria S3, The Night Manager 2, and The Boys S5 have locked release dates. Check the full schedule here.
Get ready for a blockbuster 2026 on OTT! Release dates revealed for Bridgerton Season 4, Euphoria Season 3, The Night Manager 2, and The Boys Season 5. Mark your calendars now!
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu orders inquiry into IGMC doctor assault video, seeks report by Dec 24. Doctor suspended, FIR filed. Details on the incident and official response inside.