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01 Sep

Punjab Extends Rain-Related Shutdown to Colleges and Universities

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With heavy rains lashing Punjab for the second straight day, the state government has extended its precautionary measures to higher education institutions. All universities, colleges, and polytechnic institutes will remain closed until September 3, 2025, according to an announcement made by Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains. Taking to X, Bains underlined that student safety is paramount in the wake of the worsening weather conditions. He instructed educational authorities to ensure proper care of hostel residents and to make necessary arrangements for their security and well-being during the closure. The minister further urged citizens and students to adhere…

01 Sep

Monsoon Fury: IMD Issues Red Alert in Punjab, Himachal and Uttarakhand

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsHaryana, India, Punjab, TrendingHimachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded a red alert for Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, warning of intense rainfall that could trigger floods, landslides and travel disruptions across these states. Heavy showers are also expected in Delhi, Haryana, East Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh over the next two days, while the southern and western belts, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, will continue to witness strong monsoon activity until early September. In the Northeastern region, rains are likely to persist for five more days. The Andaman & Nicobar Islands…

31 Aug

Floods Create Crisis in Dera Baba Nanak, Sukhbir Badal Urges Army Involvement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Dera Baba Nanak floods, Kalanaur villages submerged, Sukhbir Singh Badal

National Times Bureau (Gurpreet Singh): A severe flood situation has gripped the Dera Baba Nanak constituency, leaving many villages in the Kalanaur region completely submerged. Observing the crisis, Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal visited the affected areas, met residents, and listened to their grievances.Badal appealed to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to set aside political stubbornness and immediately hand over the flood-affected areas to the Army. He stressed that only with Army assistance could stranded people be safely evacuated and relief operations be carried out swiftly.During his visit, Badal also met members of the Gujjar community and arranged…

31 Aug

Amritsar Flood Relief Operations in Full Swing, Over 2,500 Rescued So Far

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar floods 2025, NDRF rescue operations, Punjab flood relief, Sakshi Sahni

Amritsar, August 31 – Relief and rescue operations continue on a war footing in flood-affected areas of Amritsar. So far, more than 2,500 stranded people have been evacuated to safer places by various rescue teams. Today, an NDRF team saved a young man from drowning, giving him a new lease of life.Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni, who is personally leading the operations, said that six NDRF teams, 17 Army teams, along with civil and police administration, are engaged in relief work. She informed that over 35,000 cooked food packets and 8,500 dry ration packets have already been distributed. Additionally, 10 tonnes…

31 Aug

Punjab – Beas River Water Near Danger Mark, District Administration Issues Alert

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National Times Bureau :- Continuous heavy rainfall in the upper hilly regions has pushed the Beas River’s water level close to the danger mark, prompting the district administration to issue an alert on Sunday. Authorities have urged residents of low-lying areas to immediately move to safer locations as the water level has reached 2.35 lakh cusecs, just half a foot below the critical point. Deputy Commissioner Amit Kumar Panchal stated that safeguarding human lives is the administration’s top priority. Teams from the Army and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) are actively evacuating affected residents to safety. The weather department has…

31 Aug

20 Tons of Dry Fodder Distributed to Flood-Hit Cattle Farmers in Ajnala by Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAjnala, Punjab News

National Times Bureau :- Amid the ongoing flood crisis in Punjab, Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust, led by its founder Dr. S.P. Singh Oberoi, distributed 20 tons of dry fodder to cattle farmers in the flood-affected areas of Ajnala. Dr. Oberoi emphasized that this is a critical time for Punjabis, particularly the NRI community, to step forward and support those impacted by the floods. He stated that the trust has been actively conducting relief operations across various flood-hit regions of the state and will continue its efforts until conditions improve. The distribution was carried out in the presence of Punjab…

31 Aug

Punjab Schools Shut Until September 3 Due to Floods

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab floods, school closure, Student Safety

Chandigarh, August 31, 2025 – In light of the severe flooding across Punjab, the state government has announced that all government, aided, recognized, and private schools will remain closed until September 3, 2025.The decision follows instructions from Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to ensure the safety of students and staff. Authorities have appealed to parents and guardians to adhere to official guidelines and take all necessary precautions during this period.

31 Aug

Beas River Surges After Heavy Rainfall, Triggers Evacuation Alert in Kapurthala

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Kapurthala (Gurpreet Singh): A significant spike in the Beas River's water level has prompted authorities in Kapurthala to issue an urgent flood alert, urging residents in flood-prone and low-lying areas to move to safer locations as soon as possible. According to District Magistrate Amit Kumar Panchal, the river's flow has escalated to 2.35 lakh cusecs following sustained rainfall in the upper catchment areas of the Himalayas. The situation has become increasingly critical with further heavy rainfall expected in the region, as per a red alert issued by the Meteorological Department for Kapurthala and surrounding subdivisions, including Sultanpur Lodhi and Bhulath.…

30 Aug

Haryana Seeks Cut in Water Release Amid Punjab Flood Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Politics, Punjab, TrendingBBMB, Haryana, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a surprising turn, Haryana has approached the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) and Punjab authorities with a request to reduce the release of nearly 2,500 cusecs of water into its canal system, even as Punjab battles worsening floods. The appeal has raised eyebrows since only a few days ago Haryana was seeking additional water to meet its requirements. Officials in Punjab caution that curtailing the outflow now could further aggravate the flood situation in the state, where relief teams are already stretched thin. Notably, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini had earlier written to Punjab’s Chief…

30 Aug

Pollywood Comedian Jaswinder Bhalla Laid to Rest, Karamjit Anmol Turns Emotional

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabJaswinder Bhalla, Karamjeet anmol

National Times Bureau :- Pollywood’s legendary comedian and beloved entertainer Jaswinder Bhalla was given a heartfelt farewell today at Gurdwara Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib, Sector 34, Chandigarh. Family members, close friends, and fans gathered to pay their final respects, their eyes filled with tears as they remembered the actor who brought laughter to millions. Actor-singer Karamjit Anmol grew deeply emotional during the ceremony, recalling heartfelt memories with Bhalla and expressing his grief over the immense loss to the Punjabi entertainment industry. Fans and fellow artists expressed that Bhalla was not only a remarkable comedian but also a compassionate individual…