A Troubled House and Fragmented Congress Party
Political Analysis Himachal This Week Himachal assembly is in session yet the house has to cope with empty benches and regular walkouts by the opposition members. So far the assembly has witnessed many disruptions and walkouts during the budget session. Futility of the government is writ large on the failed consultative process which is the
Meet Top 20 Finalists…
The race for Divya Himachal’s most popular ‘Miss Himachal 2018’ beauty pageant has entered its final leg with top 20 finalists to compete for the coveted title. The grand finale will be held at at Sardar Sobha Singh Memorial Auditorium of Tanda Medical College on April 7, 2018. About 270 contestants from all over the
The Political Air of Delhi And Varanasi
We were used to thinking about Rajya Sabha being mere the stage of formality as after legislation went through Lok Sabha it was considered almost formality to get through legislation smoothly. In fact, many experts argue that this is a dispensable formality and it should be abolished. There are many reasons for such a thinking as it is not only indirectly elected house but also not representing people who are connected closely to the commoners. It was supposed to be a house which applies a wise second check on the law being passed and its counsel carried weight.
New Integrated Scheme for School Education
In bid to cut cost, bring integrated quality education and good administration, three centrally sponsored schemes will be replaced by a new integrated scheme for Class 1 to 12. These have been operational for the past 15 years for improving quality of education and infrastructure in government schools. For this purpose, Union HRD Ministry had constituted a committee in February last. The merger of the existing scheme was proposed by NITI Aayog after a detailed assessment.
Is a Federal Party Possible?
Kuldeep Nayar (The writer is a veteran Indian journalist, author and noted columnist.) When former Congress President Sonia Gandhi said that they would not allow the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) to return to power, she hinted at a joint action on the part of the Opposition. It also means that she does not want Prime Minister Narendra
From the Editor’s Desk
Tourism Policy Jai Ram Thakur government has taken certain decisions that will have impact on state’s economy. The Cabinet decisions in the midst of Budget Session reflect government’s concern about state issues. Major tourist destinations are suffering as hotel industry has been mired into controversies. A little relaxation in town planning law is of utmost
Focus On Fitness Will Produce Future Sportspersons
The state women kabaddi has touched top height at the national level. Many trainers and physical education teachers have contributed in this achievement. Kabaddi is played in almost all schools in Himachal and every physical education teacher is equipped with the knowledge of kabaddi andd kho kho. However to identify the talent at school level, one needs a trained eye and primary sports training art.
Following Traffic Rules Will Make Road Travel Safe
Increasing road accidents in Himachal Pradesh has given every daily commuter a reason to worry. According to a survey by the state police department, road accidents claim about 12 lives daily on an average. According to an estimate about 100 persons lose life while about 5000 are left injured in about 3000 road accidents reported on an average in this hilly state every year. The hill state recorded 2096 road accidents in 2016 that were much more as compared to previous years. About 780 people were killed while 3919 were left injured in these road accidents. These road accidents, that makes headlines of newspaper, are forgotten after some time. But what about the families and relatives of the persons who lost life in these road accidents? When will our government, administration and public will become cautious about traffic rules? When will we put curb on these ever increasing road accidents?
Readers’ Response
Tanda Medical College Working Jeopardised This is regarding Himachal This Week’s cover story of March 17, 2018, “Tanda medical College Working Jeopardised”. This health institute is working for more than two decades now but still faces the shortage of medical and para medical staff. As a result, some of the costly equipoments are lying idle
Kejriwal Turned AAP Into Apology Party
Firoz Bakht Ahmed (The author is a commentator on social, educational and political issues) Instead of the promised work to the ever expecting Delhi’ites, theapology drive by the Delhi Chief Minister, Mr “Apology” ArvindKejriwal has rebounded. He has cut his stature to less than 40 percent as of now in the pole bazaar. Today, if
