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07 Sep

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Flags Off 25 Relief Trucks for Flood-Hit Punjab and Himachal

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Chandigarh, September 7 — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday flagged off 25 trucks carrying relief material for flood-affected regions of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh from the BJP state office in Panchkula. Of these, 15 trucks were sent to Punjab and 10 to Himachal.Before dispatching the aid, the Chief Minister offered prayers at the Mata Mansa Devi temple and sought blessings. He said that helping people in times of natural disaster is a duty. “Essential items of daily use are being sent so that no family suffers in this difficult time. Both Punjab and Himachal have witnessed extensive…

07 Sep

Punjab CM Mann Directs Relief From Hospital as Floods Displace Over 20 Lakh People

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Chandigarh, September 7, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has been personally overseeing relief and rescue operations from his hospital bed, reaffirming his commitment to public welfare even while recovering at Fortis Hospital.The Chief Minister held a meeting with Chief Secretary K. A. P. Sinha, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, and other senior officials to review the situation. Expressing grave concern over the devastation caused by floods, Mann directed officials to ensure that no affected citizen is left without aid, and emphasized the urgent delivery of food, drinking water, and medical supplies, particularly to those cut off from…

07 Sep

Worst Floods In Decades Ravage Punjab; 1.75 Lakh Acres Farmland Submerged

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National Times Bureau :- In Punjab, incessant rain, rising water levels in Beas, Satluj, Raavi and Ghaggar rivers, and controlled release of excess water from Bhakhra, Pong and Ranjit Sagar dams are keeping the border state on high alert. The floods have affected 1650 villages in all its 23 districts and have submerged over 1.75 lakh acres of farmland, causing massive damage to paddy and other crops. Severely affected districts are Gurdaspur with 1.45 lakh persons hit, followed by Amritsar with over 1.17 lakh people, Ferozepur with 39,076 and Fazilka with more than 21,500 persons who have been impacted the…

07 Sep

Punjabi Singer Mankirat Aulakh Receives Threat Call again!

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National Times Bureau :- Punjabi singer Mankirat Aulakh has reportedly received another threatening call from a foreign number, days after he actively visited flood-affected areas to provide relief. The singer had personally distributed ration and essential supplies to the victims and had pledged financial support of Rs 5 crore along with 100 tractors to assist affected families. The latest threat comes amid growing concern for Aulakh’s safety, though the singer has not yet publicly commented on the incident. Following the call, the Mataur police in Mohali registered a case, and authorities have taken steps to investigate. During the previous week,…

07 Sep

Amritsar: Farmer Leader Mangal Singh Dies While Assisting Flood Victims

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National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident near Sohian Kalan village, Ramdas area of Amritsar, prominent farmer leader Mangal Singh (50), associated with the Punjab Kot Budha Farmers’ Committee, lost his life while helping flood-affected residents. According to reports, Singh was returning after providing aid and relief to families impacted by the ongoing floods when the fatal incident occurred. Local police and rescue teams quickly reached the spot, assessed the situation, and transported his body to the hospital for further procedures. The unfortunate death of Singh has left the local community and fellow farmers in shock. Residents and members…

07 Sep

Punjab Govt Sets Safety Protocols as Schools, Colleges Reopen

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Chandigarh(Gurpreet Singh): Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Thursday issued fresh instructions regarding the reopening of educational institutions in Punjab. He said that all government, private, and aided schools, along with colleges and universities, would function normally from tomorrow, except in places where flood-related damage makes it unsafe. In such cases, the Deputy Commissioner of the district will take the final call on closures. Highlighting student safety as the top priority, Bains directed private school authorities to thoroughly assess their campuses and classrooms before resuming classes. He underlined that it is the duty of managements to ensure a secure environment…

07 Sep

CM Bhagwant Mann on the Road to Recovery, Discharge Expected Soon

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Mohali/Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who has been undergoing treatment at Fortis Hospital in Mohali for the past few days, is responding well to medical care. Doctors have assured that his condition is stable and he could be discharged within the next couple of days if improvement continues. According to sources, the CM was admitted after his health deteriorated during visits to flood-hit areas of the state. He had been actively touring villages affected by the disaster when his condition worsened, forcing him to return to Chandigarh before being shifted to hospital. Leaders Visit Hospital, Express Relief Senior Aam…

07 Sep

Sonu Sood Urges Govt to Waive Farmers’ Loans Amid Punjab Flood Crisis

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Bollywood actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood has once again stepped forward in support of people in distress, this time making an impassioned appeal for Punjab’s flood-hit farmers. Calling for immediate debt relief, Sood stressed that the devastation caused by the floods has left thousands of families on the brink of survival. The actor highlighted that more than 1,400 villages across Punjab have been affected, with over 3.5 lakh residents displaced and nearly four lakh acres of farmland submerged. “This tragedy has not only destroyed homes but also wiped out livelihoods. Thousands of farmers have lost their cattle,…

07 Sep

Punjab Floods Worsen: 51 Lives Lost, Nearly 23,000 People Rescued; PM Modi May Visit Soon

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Chandigarh: The devastating floods in Punjab have claimed at least 51 lives, with authorities confirming that more than 22,000 stranded residents have been evacuated from marooned areas across the state. Fresh fatalities were reported from Amritsar and Rupnagar districts, while officials noted five more deaths after the release of the last update. Punjab Revenue Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said nearly 1,996 villages are under water in 22 districts, affecting close to 3.9 lakh people. Over 2,100 hectares of farmland and standing crops have also been destroyed. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema termed the disaster the most destructive in the past…

06 Sep

350th Martyrdom Anniversary Nagar Kirtan of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Reaches Nanakmata Sahib

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Jaito, September 6 – The Shaheedi Nagar Kirtan, dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, set out from Gurdwara Dhobri Sahib in Assam and today proceeded from Gurdwara Damdama Sahib (Akal Academy), Gomti Pul, Puranpur, towards its next destination, Gurdwara Sri Nanakmata Sahib in Uttarakhand. Before the departure, religious congregations were held at Gurdwara Sahib, where renowned ragi jathas recited Gurbani Kirtan. Granthi Singh Sahib Giani Keval Singh of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib and Head Preacher Bhai Sarabjit Singh Dhotian addressed the sangat, sharing historical insights about Sikh heritage. During…