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HP High Court Upholds Order Asking HP University to Pay Rs. 40,000 Compensation to Student for Delay in Issuance of Marksheet
Shimla-The High Court of Himachal Pradesh dismissed an appeal filed by the HP University, challenging the order to pay a compensation of Rs.40,000/- to a student, who had alleged that a delay in issuance of the consolidated mark sheet of M.A.(Economics) had caused an irreparable loss to his career.
The Division Bench comprising Acting Chief Justice Ravi Malimath and Justice Jyotsna Rewa Dua, while dismissing the appeal, upheld the decision of the Single Judge and observed that a larger amount of compensation was liable to be imposed in this matter.
The petitioner Naveen Kumar had filed a writ petition alleging that the HP University was not issuing the consolidated mark sheet for M.A. Economics to him, even though he had passed all the papers in the year 2005. He had alleged that the University had shown him absent in one of the courses, whereas he had appeared in that Course.
He made representation to the University stating that he was not absent in any of the papers and also visited the authorities time and again to get his result settled. Later on, the University officials verified from the attendance sheet that he was present in both the papers. He was assured by the University that the matter would be settled very soon. However, after passing all the papers in the year 2005, when he applied for the consolidated mark sheet, his application was again rejected. He visited the University several times to get the matter settled after verifying his attendance from the records, but the University officials refused to do so by stating that they have no time to look for the old records.
The student had alleged that in the whole process, he spent thousands of rupees and was subjected to the ill behavior of the officials of the University. He alleged that those were his career-defining years, but due to this problem on the part of the varsity, in many of the interviews, he was deprived of getting the weight-age on account of P.G. Degree and was also deprived of either applying or from appearing in many of the examinations, in which P.G. Degree was required.
He had urged that University may be directed to issue his consolidated mark sheet for M.A. Economics and to pay compensation of Rs. 5 lacs to him for causing suffering and irreparable loss to him.
During the hearing of the petition, the H.P. University had admitted that the petitioner had appeared in Course III but had scored 19 marks.
The Single Bench had allowed the petition directing the HP University to grant at least three chances to the student to pass the Course and to pay compensation of Rs.40,000/.
The HP University then filed an appeal against the orders of the Single Judge, which was dismissed.
Dismissing the appeal, the Court observed that learned Single Judge has been very magnanimous in ordering such a meagre amount against the appellants-University. The Court also observed that for the error committed, a larger amount of compensation was liable to be imposed, however, a very nominal amount of compensation has been ordered by the learned Single Judge. The Court observed that it finds no ground to interfere with the impugned order passed by the learned Single Judge and dismissed the appeal.
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Solan—In a shocking incident on Monday, an 18-year-old youth, Pravesh, survived a vicious leopard attack in Sarli village of Arki subdivision. The teenager reportedly fought the leopard for nearly 12 minutes before breaking its jaw, killing the animal on the spot.
Quick Thinking Saved His Life
Pravesh told the media that he was walking from the fields to a nearby shop in the morning to fetch milk when the leopard, hidden in the crops, lunged at him. Noticing the leopard’s tail, he attempted to run but fell after a short distance. During the attack, he covered his neck with his hands to protect himself from fatal bites.
The teenager continued to struggle with the leopard, repeatedly attempting to put distance between himself and the predator. In a desperate move, he grabbed the leopard by its mouth, twisted its jaw, and broke it, killing the animal instantly. Pravesh sustained multiple injuries, including deep claw marks, and is currently receiving treatment at Arki Hospital. Police and forest department teams have launched an investigation into the incident.
Serious Allegations of HP Forest Department’s Negligence
One of Pravesh’s relatives accused the forest department of negligence, noting that similar attacks had occurred in the area previously.
Earlier, a leopard had attempted to attack a scooter rider, who managed to escape. The family said they had informed the forest department on March 6 about potential danger, but no concrete action was taken. Villagers waited for three hours for a forest team to arrive, but none came. When the Block Officer eventually visited, he reportedly told villagers to ensure their own safety. Requests for cages to capture the leopard were also denied, with officials asking for written complaints instead.
SHIMLA | 7 August 2025 –The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall across Himachal Pradesh over the next two weeks, with isolated heavy to very heavy showers likely over the low hills, plains, and adjoining mid-hill regions. While the ongoing monsoon remains vital for agriculture, it also brings an elevated risk of localized flooding and landslides.
Week of August 8–14
Maximum temperatures will range from 22°C to 34°C, depending on elevation—22°C to 28°C in high hills, 26°C to 30°C in mid-hills, and up to 34°C in lower regions. Minimum temperatures are expected to remain near normal, between 12°C and 24°C. Cooler conditions may persist in districts like Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti.
Week of August 15–21
Similar rainfall patterns are expected to continue, with scattered heavy rain episodes. Temperature trends will remain stable, though slightly below-normal maximum temperatures are likely in parts of Lahaul-Spiti, Mandi, Kangra, and Kullu districts.
Outlook for Late August
Rainfall is expected to remain broadly normal, with region-specific variations. Districts such as Kinnaur, Shimla, and Sirmaur may see below-normal precipitation, while Una, Kangra, Hamirpur, Bilaspur, and Solan are likely to receive above-average rainfall. Both maximum and minimum temperatures are forecast to stay close to seasonal norms.
Officials at the Meteorological Centre in Shimla have urged residents and local authorities to remain alert for sudden heavy downpours, which could disrupt road connectivity and trigger landslides—especially along vulnerable hillside routes. Past monsoon episodes have blocked key highways, including routes between Mandi and Kullu and near Banjar, underscoring the ongoing challenges in the region.
This advisory comes as Himachal Pradesh continues to face the dual pressures of sustaining its agriculture-dependent economy while managing the life and infrastructure risks posed by an active monsoon. Continued vigilance and preparedness remain crucial.
SHIMLA | 7 August 2025 –Himachal Pradesh continues to deal with the impacts of the 2025 monsoon season, reporting extensive property damage, loss of lives, and widespread disruptions across the state. According to the official reports from the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), the Department of Revenue, and the India Meteorological Department, from June 20 to August 6, 2025, heavy monsoon rains caused significant damage across multiple districts:
- Casualties: 199 deaths due to landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, drowning, lightning, electrocution, and accidents; 304 injuries reported.
- Property Loss: Extensive damage to houses (both pucca and kaccha), shops, factories, labor sheds, animal shelters, and substantial crop losses in agriculture and horticulture.
- Public Infrastructure: Over ₹1,900 crore in damages to roads (including PWD), power supply, health, education, fisheries, rural and urban development, and animal husbandry.
Most affected districts include Mandi, Kangra, and Hamirpur, with severe crop and infrastructure losses.
Additionally, 91 deaths occurred due to monsoon-related road accidents.
Public Utilities and Infrastructure Disruptions
The SEOC report dated August 7, 2025, highlights ongoing disruptions:
- Roads Blocked: About 493 major roads and 3 national highways (NH-305, NH-21, NH-05) remain blocked by landslides and floods.
- Power Supply: Disruption of 1,120 distribution transformers (DTRs).
- Water Supply: 245 water schemes affected, threatening access to potable water for communities.
Key blockages include NH-21 between Mandi and Kullu and NH-305 near Banjar and Jhed.
Weather Forecast and Warnings
The India Meteorological Department’s forecast valid from August 7, 2025, includes:
- Isolated heavy rainfall expected throughout the week.
- Thunderstorms and lightning predicted in isolated areas.
- Minimum temperatures near normal or slightly below.
- Maximum temperatures showing a moderate increase.
The public is urged to remain vigilant due to the risks of further landslides and flash floods.
Himachal Pradesh remains vulnerable as the monsoon season continues, with thousands affected by damage, displacement, and disruption of essential services. Authorities are continuing with rescue and recovery operations and are urging residents to stay alert to the ongoing adverse weather. This situation highlights the pressing need for enhanced infrastructure and disaster management strategies to mitigate monsoon-related risks.
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