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Monsoon Withdraws from Punjab and Haryana, Light Rains to Continue in Uttarakhand
24 Sep

Monsoon Withdraws from Punjab and Haryana, Light Rains to Continue in Uttarakhand

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National Times Bureau :- The monsoon has officially withdrawn from Punjab and Haryana, while its presence in Uttarakhand has weakened. Meteorologists expect the system to retreat from Uttarakhand within the next week. For now, only light rainfall is likely in the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Punjab received 48% above-average rainfall during this monsoon season. From June 1 to date, the state recorded 621.4 mm of rainfall, against the normal 420.9 mm. However, IMD has predicted dry conditions across Punjab for the next seven days, with a slight rise in daytime temperatures. While day temperatures are expected…
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11 Lakh People in Punjab May Lose Free Wheat Under New NFSA Rules
22 Sep

11 Lakh People in Punjab May Lose Free Wheat Under New NFSA Rules

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National Times Bureau :-  As many as 11 lakh beneficiaries in Punjab are on the verge o getting deprived of the free wheat under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) after the Punjab government adopted the Centre’s criteria to exclude individual members of families from the scheme. The Punjab government has released a notification, listing the criteria for the inclusion and exclusion of beneficiaries. According to the scheme adopted by the Punjab government, 11 lakh beneficiaries stand to lose receiving free wheat under the NFSA. The notification, which is an amendment to the Punjab Food Security Rules, 2016, also states…
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Fire breaks out at Amritsar Civil Hospital, 15 children evacuated safely
22 Sep

Fire breaks out at Amritsar Civil Hospital, 15 children evacuated safely

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National Times Bureau :- Panic struck Amritsar Civil Hospital on Monday morning after a sudden fire broke out in the blood bank area around 7.30 am. The blaze reportedly started in a refrigerator inside the blood bank, believed to have overheated and caught fire. The incident triggered chaos as the children’s ward was located adjacent to the blood bank. Hospital staff quickly responded, breaking glass windows to prevent smoke accumulation inside the building. Around 15 children from the ward were immediately evacuated and shifted to a safer location. Using fire extinguishers collected from different floors, the staff managed to control…
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China virus infestation worsens Punjab farmers crisis after devastating floods, Patiala farmers share their plight
22 Sep

China virus infestation worsens Punjab farmers crisis after devastating floods, Patiala farmers share their plight

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab’s farmers are facing a double crisis. First, devastating floods destroyed fields, and now a crop disease locally called the “China virus” has spread across several districts. The outbreak has stunted growth and wiped out large portions of standing crops. In Patiala district’s Hardaspur village, farmers said they feel completely abandoned. One farmer shared that his entire crop on 10 acres of leased land has been lost to the disease. “There is no sign of officials or relief teams. We have been left on our own,” he said. Villagers added that hundreds of acres across Punjab…
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Chandigarh Hosts ‘Namo Yuva Run’ to Promote Fitness and Drug-Free India
21 Sep

Chandigarh Hosts ‘Namo Yuva Run’ to Promote Fitness and Drug-Free India

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National Times Bureau :- Chandigarh witnessed the grand launch of the ‘Namo Yuva Run’, flagged off by Rajya Sabha MP Satnam Singh Sandhu, as part of efforts to promote a drug-free India. The event saw massive participation from students, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and fitness icons, reflecting the growing momentum of youth engagement in health and wellness initiatives. Special Appearance by Olympian Babita PhogatOlympic wrestler and Arjuna Awardee Babita Phogat made a special appearance at the event, inspiring participants with her achievements. The run was organized under the ‘Seva Pakhwada’ initiative, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday celebrations. Route…
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Ludhiana Police Recover Kidnapped Toddler, Woman Taken Into Custody
20 Sep

Ludhiana Police Recover Kidnapped Toddler, Woman Taken Into Custody

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National Times Bureau :- A one-year-old toddler, who was kidnapped from Ludhiana Railway Station two days ago, has been safely recovered from Giaspura, police said. A woman identified as Anita has been arrested in connection with the case, along with a young man who, according to initial investigations, is the child’s foster brother. During interrogation, the woman revealed that her previous child had died, which left her distressed for a long time. She said that upon seeing the toddler playing, she decided to take the child home to raise him. She also mentioned that she was planning to take the…
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Sri Akal Takht Launches Dedicated Website to Aid Flood-Affected Families in Punjab
19 Sep

Sri Akal Takht Launches Dedicated Website to Aid Flood-Affected Families in Punjab

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National Times Bureau :- Amid the devastating floods in Punjab, which have left many villages struggling to recover, Sri Akal Takht Sahib has launched a major initiative to support the victims. On Thursday, Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj inaugurated a dedicated website, SarkareKhalsa.org, aimed at providing direct assistance to flood-affected individuals and families. Through this platform, anyone in need of essential supplies or other help can contact authorities directly. Likewise, individuals or organizations willing to contribute donations can do so through the website. Giani Gargajj explained that the website’s key purpose is to bridge the gap between those who continue…
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Fortist Invest ₹950 Crore in Punjab, Generating Employment for 5,000 People
19 Sep

Fortist Invest ₹950 Crore in Punjab, Generating Employment for 5,000 People

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National Times Bureau :- Fortis Healthcare has announced a major expansion in Punjab with an investment of ₹950 crore, aimed at extending its Mohali hospital. The project, announced by Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, is expected to create employment opportunities for approximately 5,000 people, including 2,500 direct jobs and 2,200 indirect jobs. Fortis plans to develop the hospital into a multi-specialty facility spanning over 13.5 acres. Manoo Kapila, Head of Corporate Affairs at Fortis Healthcare, stated that the company, which opened its first hospital in Mohali in 2001, is prioritizing Punjab for this expansion. He also confirmed future investments in…
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19 Sep

Congress Ramps Up for Tarn Taran By-Election, Sukhbinder Singh Sarkaria In-Charge

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National Times Bureau :- The Congress party has intensified preparations for the upcoming by-election in the Tarn Taran Assembly constituency. Sukhbinder Singh Sarkaria has been appointed as the in-charge for the by-election, following directives from Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel, party president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, and opposition leader Pratap Singh Bajwa. The by-election was necessitated by the demise of AAP legislator Dr. Kashmir Singh Sohal, leaving the seat vacant. So far, Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) has fielded Bibi Sukhwinder Kaur Randhawa as its candidate, while the Bharatiya Janata Party has announced district president Harjit Singh Sandhu as its nominee.…
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Amritsar Woman Alleges Domestic Violence and Dowry Harassment by In-Laws
19 Sep

Amritsar Woman Alleges Domestic Violence and Dowry Harassment by In-Laws

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National Times Bureau :- In Amritsar, a woman has filed a complaint against her in-laws, accusing them of repeated physical assault and demanding dowry. The matter has gained attention after the Bhagwan Valmiki Seva Society extended support to the victim and accompanied her to lodge a formal complaint with the Amritsar police. In her petition to SSP Dehati, the woman claimed that she has been beaten and physically abused multiple times over dowry demands. Despite being married for ten years and having four children—three daughters and one son—she alleged that her in-laws continue to subject her to harassment and insist…
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