News Highlights: Death toll at 71 in Himachal floods, loss of Rs 7,500 crores, says official
Ministry of Home Affairs ordered suspension of Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Dr A. Koan with immediate effect. The Union Cabinet approved the ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme to support individuals skilled in traditional craftsmanship. In a renewable energy push, the Centre will launch 10,000 new electric buses across 100 cities, Union Minister Anurag Thakur announced. A massive landslide struck Shimla's Summer Hill area, with 12 bodies having been recovered so far. Go First has extended its cancellation of flights by 2 more days, till August 18, owing to operational reasons. National leaders paid tribute to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his 5th death anniversary. Track DH for all the latest news and updates from around the world!
Himachal floods: Death toll at 71, loss of Rs 7,500 crores, says official
#WATCH | Shimla: "More damages have occurred during August 13,14 and 15 than in July...death toll is 71 and there has been a loss of Rs 7,500 Crore, this estimate could increase because now people are involved in rescue and relief works and detailed estimate will take time. We… pic.twitter.com/69lOOS33Hy
Schools and colleges in Himachal to remain closed tomorrow
All schools and colleges in the state to remain closed tomorrow, 17th August: Department of Education, Himachal Pradesh government pic.twitter.com/6MPCB5axRK