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02 Sep

Punjab Rain – Century-Old Building Collapses in Amritsar, Major Tragedy Averted

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National Times Bureau :- A 100-year-old abandoned building collapsed late at night in the Suniare Wala Khoo area of Amritsar, narrowly avoiding what could have been a major tragedy. The structure, which had been lying vacant for the past 15 years, crumbled suddenly, but no casualties were reported. Local residents voiced strong resentment, stating that if the incident had occurred during the day, it could have resulted in significant loss of life, as two schools and a government hospital are located in close proximity, where heavy public movement is common. According to the building owner, an ongoing property dispute had…

02 Sep

Terror Module With JeM Links Exposed in Mohali, Three Held in Cab Driver’s Killing

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police scored a major success against terrorism after unearthing a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) module in Mohali. Three men from Jammu and Kashmir have been taken into custody for their role in the abduction and murder of local taxi driver Anil Kumar.The breakthrough came after Kumar’s vehicle was forcibly taken when he was hired for a ride from Kharar. Soon after, his phone went silent, raising red flags. Police swung into action, forming multiple teams to track the culprits. Within hours, all three accused were arrested.During questioning, the suspects revealed they shot the driver following an argument and…

02 Sep

Punjab MLA Harmeet Pathanmajra Flees Police Custody

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Karnal (Gurpreet Singh) Sanour MLA Harmeet Pathanmajra escaped from police custody on Tuesday after a violent clash with the escorting team. Police said the legislator and his aides opened fire while being taken to a nearby station. One officer was injured in the firing, and in the chaos, Pathan Majra managed to flee. Officials further stated that the MLA ran his vehicle over the injured policeman before speeding away. The group left the scene in two vehicles — a Scorpio and a Fortuner. While police managed to intercept the Fortuner, the MLA evaded capture in the Scorpio. Senior officers have…

02 Sep

Relentless Rain Triggers Red Alert in Punjab; Toll Rises to 36

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab remains on edge as heavy rainfall continues to lash several parts of the state, prompting the Meteorological Department to issue a red alert for the first week of September. Forecasts indicate that downpours will intensify between September 2 and 7, with Jalandhar, Patiala, Sangrur, Mohali, Chandigarh, Gurdaspur and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar expected to be hit the hardest. Authorities have warned people to stay away from riverbanks and low-lying areas as water levels are rising rapidly. The impact of severe rains in neighboring Himachal Pradesh is also likely to spill into Punjab, further worsening the situation.…

02 Sep

Punjab Struggles With Floods in 12 Districts, Centre Promises Assistance

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is battling severe floods across 12 districts, leaving more than a thousand villages submerged and daily life in disarray. Among the hardest-hit areas are Amritsar, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Mohali, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Tarn Taran, and Ferozepur. Authorities have warned of further risks as heavy rainfall persists, with the Bhakra reservoir’s water level now just three feet below the danger point. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday night, assuring full cooperation from the Centre. In parallel, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi appealed for relief efforts to be scaled up urgently, stressing that farmers, laborers,…

02 Sep

Two Alleged Bishnoi Gang Aides Caught in Sri Muktsar Sahib, Weapons Seized

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Sri Muktsar Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police scored another success in its crackdown on criminal gangs after detaining two suspected associates of the Lawrence Bishnoi group in Sri Muktsar Sahib district. The operation led to the recovery of a sizeable arms haul — including four .32 bore pistols, one .30 bore pistol and five spare magazines. Police officials said the weapons were likely meant to be used for furthering the gang’s unlawful activities. Investigators believe the arrested men were closely linked to the Bishnoi gang’s network. Efforts are now underway to identify other members and uncover the supply chain of…

02 Sep

Sanour MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Arrested Amid Ongoing Dispute

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Patiala: Aam Aadmi Party’s Sanour legislator, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra, was arrested in an old case that has resurfaced. The matter reportedly pertains to allegations linked to his previous marriage. Earlier in the day, Pathanmajra claimed that a rape case had been registered against him and appealed to his supporters to march towards the offices of the SSP and DC in protest. He maintained that the charges were an attempt to target him. According to Pathanmajra, the police have registered a case against him under Section 376 of the IPC. He was arrested in Haryana. His arrest came after his security…

01 Sep

Union Home Minister Amit Shah Holds Discussion with Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan on Flood Situation

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National Times Bureau :- Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Maan over the phone regarding the severe flooding in the state. During the conversation, Shah sought detailed updates on relief operations and the current situation in affected areas. The Home Minister also contacted Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to discuss the ongoing crisis in detail and assured that the central government stands ready to provide all possible assistance to support the state’s relief efforts. Several districts in Punjab have been heavily impacted by continuous rains, causing extensive damage to homes and crops. Relief and rescue…

01 Sep

Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan Tours Flood-Hit Areas, Urges PM for ₹60,000 Crore Relief Fund

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National Times Bureau :- In the wake of unprecedented flooding across Punjab due to continuous heavy rains, Chief Minister Bhagwant Maan is set to visit flood-affected areas in Hoshiarpur and Tanda today. During his visit, he will interact with residents at relief centers in Hoshiarpur and inspect the inundated zones in Tanda. The state government is focused on ensuring citizen safety and the swift provision of essential relief materials. Earlier, CM Maan wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, detailing the severe flood situation in Punjab and describing it as one of the worst natural disasters the state has experienced in…

01 Sep

Patiala Administration Issues Safety Advisory Amid Rising Ghaggar Water Levels

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Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): The Patiala District Administration has issued an alert for villages situated along the Ghaggar River, after continuous rainfall in the catchment areas pushed water levels higher at Bhankharpur. Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution and avoid venturing near the riverbanks. According to an advisory released by SDM Rajpura, Avikesh Gupta, precautionary measures are especially advised for villagers in Untsar, Nanheri, Sanjarpur, Lachhru, Kamalpur, Rampur, Saunta, Maru and Chamaru. Residents can contact the flood control room in Rajpura at 01762-224132 for assistance or updates. In Dudhan Sadhan, SDM Kirpalveer Singh has cautioned people from Bhasmra and Jalahkhedi…