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Defence forces shine at snow marathon in Himachal
The event witnessed performances from the defence forces with Naik Het Ram of the Dogra Scout Regiment (Indian Army) clinching victory in the 42km full marathon
Published on Mar 24, 2025 05:32 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Fresh snowfall in higher peaks of Himachal: Atal Tunnel closed for vehicular movement
National Highway 5, which connects Shimla to Rampur, has turned slippery in areas such as Kufri, Chhrabra, and Fagu, making it dangerous for vehicles
Updated on Dec 28, 2024 05:18 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Develop tourism plan to save Lahaul
The influx of tourists since the opening of Atal Tunnel at Rohtang Pass in October 2020 surged manifold from 1.3 lakh visitors in 2019 to 7.4 lakh in 2022. There is an urgent need to ensure that Lahaul, with a population of only 19,083, is developed as a sustainable and responsible tourism destination, ensuring no harm to its pristine and fragile ecology and environment.
Updated on Aug 06, 2024 05:56 AM IST
Jai Prakash Narain
Himachal’s scenic passes turn summer hotspots for tourists
Manali and Lahaul-Spiti districts in Himachal Pradesh see a surge in tourism post-Atal Tunnel opening, leading to full hotel occupancy and environmental concerns.
Updated on Jun 19, 2024 09:26 AM IST
Gaurav Bisht, Shimla
One dead, 18 injured after tourist vehicle overturns near Himachal’s Atal Tunnel
Tourist dies in car overturn at Ghundhi Bridge near Atal Tunnel, Manali. 21 passengers were on board, driver faces FIR. Another fatal accident in Seraj Tehsil.
Updated on May 16, 2024 09:52 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Mumbai tourist killed, 18 injured in Atal Tunnel accident
One dead, 18 injured as tourist vehicle overturns near Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh. Victims from Mumbai en route to Manali. Driver loses control, FIR filed.
Updated on May 16, 2024 08:08 AM IST
6,000 stranded tourists evacuated from Atal Tunnel
The upper reaches of the state have been experiencing intermittent spells for the last 24 hours while rains and hailstorms lashed the lower regions
Updated on Apr 30, 2024 07:46 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
Anand Mahindra takes a drive on Atal Setu bridge, lauds it
Anand Mahindra took to X and shared about his experience on the newly constructed Atal Setu bridge in Mumbai.
Published on Feb 06, 2024 05:02 PM IST
Vrinda Jain
Guest practices: Towns around the world are turning tourists politely away
Is there a way to save a place from its own beauty before it is all gone? We could learn from approaches in use in Venice, Vermont, Austria, Athens, Mallorca.
Updated on Jan 13, 2024 03:42 PM IST
Anesha George
Christmas rush in Himachal, snow draws tourists to Atal Tunnel
An estimated 65,000 people in more than 12,000 vehicles crossed Rohtang tunnel on Sunday, which was thrice the usual flow, causing traffic jams
Published on Dec 25, 2023 02:38 PM IST
Spice of Life | Breathtaking encounter with beauty of the Himalayas
The snow-clad pass overlooked by the clear blue sky is a surreal treat to the eyes tired of the smog and haze in the plains. While we trudged in the soft snow at a height of 13,000 feet, gusty winds whispered the melodious lullaby of Mother Nature in our ears.
Updated on Nov 29, 2023 08:16 AM IST
Dr Rajiv Sharma
Tourist flow slows down at Atal Tunnel
Local businessmen associated with tourism remain optimistic, attributing the recent decrease to normal fluctuations in tourist patterns
Updated on Nov 24, 2023 08:50 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Shimla
‘Can reach Delhi airport in 20 mins’: Gadkari on upcoming infra projects
Urban Extension Road II in Delhi to open in 2-3 months, reducing travel time to airport from 2 hours to 20 minutes, says Gadkari.
Published on Oct 02, 2023 08:34 AM IST
Snowfall, rains throw normal life out of gear in Himachal
Normal life was hit in Himachal Pradesh after higher reaches in the state experienced fresh spell of snowfall while low-lying areas got moderate to heavy rainfall amid an orange alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department.
Updated on Apr 01, 2023 12:54 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Dharamshala
Himachal: Record 12.7 lakh vehicles cross Atal Tunnel in 2022
The tunnel recorded a 60% increase in vehicular traffic and a proposal for police stations in North and South portals is hanging fire due to a lack of government initiative
Updated on Jan 04, 2023 05:18 AM IST
Gaurav Bisht, Shimla
‘Won't change Atal Tunnel name, we respect former PM. But...’: Himachal CM Sukhu
The Congress has argued that before prime minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the tunnel - in October 2020 - the foundation stone was laid by Sonia Gandhi - in June 2010.
Updated on Dec 15, 2022 03:46 PM IST
Lingamgunta Nirmitha Rao | Edited by Chandrashekar Srinivasan
Traffic congestion at Atal Tunnel as tourists rush to Himachal ahead of New Year
Visuals posted by the news agency ANI showed rows of cars moving inside the Atal Tunnel, which is also known as Rohtang Tunnel.
Updated on Dec 13, 2021 12:36 PM IST
Record of 18,500 tourists visiting Himachal daily, says DGP
Director General of Police Sanjay Kundu on Monday said that 18,500 tourists have been visiting Himachal Pradesh daily, whereas 7,500 tourists have been visiting the tourist hotspot Atal Tunnel Rohtang (ATR).
Updated on Jul 20, 2021 02:49 PM IST
ANI |
BJP chief JP Nadda to inspect Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh today
Jagat Prakash Nadda will also attend a party meeting in Kullu-Manali. He reached Himachal Pradesh and interacted with BJP workers in Bilaspur. The Atal Tunnel is located at a distance of 25km from Manali at an altitude of 3,060 metres.
Published on Jul 05, 2021 06:32 AM IST
hindustantimes.com | Written by Amit Chaturvedi, Hindustan Times, New Delhi
Police orders inquiry after video of cop beating man inside Atal tunnel goes viral
In the video, seen by HT, the officer on duty can been seen kicking the man, who is seen squatting, inside the tunnel as the traffic moved slowly. The incident is said to have taken place on Saturday.
Updated on Jan 04, 2021 05:49 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla | HT Correspondent
Atal Tunnel sees highest single-day traffic, 5,450 vehicles cross from both ends
On Monday, over 5000 vehicles crossed the Atal Tunnel Rohtang (ATR) from both ends.
Updated on Dec 28, 2020 03:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla | HT Correspondent
Atal Tunnel closed again after heavy snowfall in higher reaches of Himachal
Weather will remain clear from Sunday to Thursday, says meteorological department
Published on Dec 12, 2020 12:56 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla | HT Correspondent
Atal Tunnel the way to income generation through homestays: HP govt
Traditional architecture of the state will be promoted and all plans will be made with due consideration to the state’s fragile ecology even as the tourist rush is a cause for worry, it has been learnt
Published on Nov 10, 2020 05:33 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla | Gaurav.Bisht, Shimla
Foundation stone laid by Sonia Gandhi at Atal Tunnel goes missing, Congress threatens agitation
Himachal Pradesh Congress chief Kuldeep Singh Rathore alleged that the plaque bearing party president Sonia Gandhi’s name was removed from the tunnel ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 3
Updated on Oct 13, 2020 10:37 AM IST
Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | HT Correspondent
‘Reckless tourists’: Officials state cause of 3 accidents in 3 days in Atal Tunnel
The accidents have led to the decision to deploy security personnel for management of traffic in the tunnel.
Updated on Oct 07, 2020 12:48 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla/Dharmshala | HT Correspondent | Edited by Abhinav Sahay
Atal Tunnel is a symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat, will strengthen border infrastructure: PM Modi
ENGINEERING FEAT The 9.02-km Atal Tunnel running under the 13,050-ft Rohtang Pass on the Manali-Leh axis is the highest motorable highway tunnel in the world.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 03:04 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Shimla | Gaurav Bisht
PM Modi rues lack of strategic vision of past regimes for poor border infrastructure | Analysis
With the on-going stand-off between Indian Army and Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in east Ladakh in mind, PM Modi took the example of 16,800 feet high airstrip at Daulet Beg Oldi post near the Karakoram Pass which could not be activated due to lack of political will from 1965 to 2008.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 03:32 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | Shishir Gupta
Atal Tunnel will connect youth of Lahaul-Spiti youth to many employment opportunities: PM Modi
“With the construction of Atal Tunnel, the farmers of Lahaul-Spiti and Pangi, people associated with horticulture, cattle-rearers, students and traders will be benefitted,” PM Modi said during his address in Sissu.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 01:38 PM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shivani Kumar
No other tunnel of this length at this height: Himachal CM Jai Ram Thakur on Atal Tunnel
Thakur made the comments after the 9.02km tunnel was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rohtang.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 11:51 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shivani Kumar
Border areas connectivity is directly related to security issues, says PM Modi
The 9.02km Atal Tunnel is the longest tunnel built at an altitude of 3,000 meters.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 11:54 AM IST
Hindustan Times, New Delhi | hindustantimes.com | Edited by Shivani Kumar
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