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Himachal Pradesh: State in northern India
Himachal Pradesh is a state in the northern part of India. Situated in the Western Himalayas, it is one of the thirteen mountain states and is characterized by an extreme landscape featuring several peaks and extensive river systems. Himachal Pradesh is the northernmost state of India and shares borders with the union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to the north, and the states of Punjab to the west, Haryana to the southwest, Uttarakhand to the southeast and a very narrow border with Uttar Pradesh to the south. The state also shares an international border to the east with the Tibet Autonomous Region in China. Himachal Pradesh is also known as Dev Bhoomi, meaning 'Land of Gods' and Veer Bhoomi which means 'Land of the Brave'.

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Lok Sabha Elections: Kangana Ranaut Expresses Gratitude Over her Nomination from Mandi | Oneindia

Lok Sabha elections 2024 | Mandi, Himachal Pradesh: BJP candidate and actor Kangana Ranaut says, "You can see the large gathering here. A lot of people have come here. They are all proud that the..

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LS Polls 2024: BJP released 5th list of candidates, Kangana Ranaut to contest from Mandi | Oneindia [Video]

LS Polls 2024: BJP released 5th list of candidates, Kangana Ranaut to contest from Mandi | Oneindia

In the BJP's latest announcement for the upcoming Lok Sabha election, released on Sunday, notable figures from Bollywood and television have emerged as candidates. Kangana Ranaut, renowned Bollywood..

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Minister's Exit and Rajya Sabha Result Troubles for Himachal Congress; BJP Doubts Majority| Oneindia [Video]

Minister's Exit and Rajya Sabha Result Troubles for Himachal Congress; BJP Doubts Majority| Oneindia

In Himachal Pradesh, Congress faces turmoil as minister Vikramaditya Singh resigns, citing neglect of MLAs' voices. BJP demands a floor test after Congress loses a Rajya Sabha seat. Priyanka Gandhi..

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Himachal Rajya Sabha Election Results: CM Sukhu speaks up as BJP demands his resignation | Oneindia

Rajya Sabha Elections | Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu says, "...When someone has sold out their honesty...Nine cross-votings took place, three of them were Independent MLAs but six others..

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Rajya Sabha Elections| Voting Underway for 15 Seats in 3 States| Understand the Process| Oneindia [Video]

Rajya Sabha Elections| Voting Underway for 15 Seats in 3 States| Understand the Process| Oneindia

The Rajya Sabha elections began today, with 41 out of 56 candidates declared victorious unopposed. Fierce contests are expected for the remaining 15 seats in UP, Karnataka, and Himachal Pradesh. The..

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Himachal Pradesh Fire: Massive fire breaks out at cosmetic factory in Solan, 1 dead | Oneindia [Video]

Himachal Pradesh Fire: Massive fire breaks out at cosmetic factory in Solan, 1 dead | Oneindia

On Friday, a massive fire erupted at a perfume and cosmetics factory in Baddi town, Himachal Pradesh. At the time of the incident, approximately 130 employees were present at the facility. Tragically,..

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BJP chief JP Nadda resigns as Rajya Sabha MP from Himachal Pradesh after election from Gujarat

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Supreme Court reinstates Sanjay Kundu as HP DGP, upholds HC order for SIT probe

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