The Tribune ‘Save the Himalayas’ campaign-I Haphazard constructions make HP quake-prone The forest cover in Himachal Pradesh is gradually decreasing, says S.P. Sharma. When govt plays the villain The Himachal Pradesh government is blatantly violating the forest conservation law, reports Pratibha Chauhan.

Unplanned urbanisation has put the hill ecology under tremendous strain. Photo by Gautam Singh

Indulgence and conscience
There was a time when English manuscripts regarded as likely to land the author and publisher in the net of the law on charges of obscenity were published in France, says Khushwant Singh
The making of the Indian Medical Services
R.K. Malhotra on the major events and decisions that have influenced the structure, administration and functioning of the Indian Medical Services...
Patni Top: Inviting in all seasons
FROM the lush groves on the Patni Top range, one gets a breathtaking view of natural grandeur. By Suraj Saraf.
Eye-catching woodwork
HOSHIARPUR, a peaceful Punjab town near the Himachal and Punjab border, is known for its famous choes. Deepshikha Khaira reports on its less known aspect of woodwork, especially, lacquer craft.