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

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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Flood Disruption: Several Trains Cancelled on Jammu-Punjab Route for August 30

Flood Disruption: Several Trains Cancelled on Jammu-Punjab Route for August 30

National Times Bureau :- Heavy floods in Punjab and Jammu have disrupted train services, leading to the cancellation of multiple trains scheduled for August 30. Passengers are facing severe inconvenience as travel plans are thrown off track. List of Cancelled Trains The following trains have been cancelled: Vande Bharat Express (26406-05) Shri Shakti Superfast Express (22462) Shalimar Express Bhagat Ki Kothi–Jammu Tawi Express Ajmer Junction–Jammu Tawi Pooja Express Kanpur Central–Jammu Tawi Express Nadeem–Jammu Tawi Kolkata Terminal–Jammu Tawi Howrah Junction–Jammu Tawi New Delhi–Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Amritsar–Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Some Trains Short-Terminated Midway Due to the ongoing floods, several trains…
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Punjab University Accused of Disrespecting Mahan Kosh: Jathedar Gargaj Calls It an Anti-Sikh Act

Punjab University Accused of Disrespecting Mahan Kosh: Jathedar Gargaj Calls It an Anti-Sikh Act

National Times Bureau :- A controversy has erupted after Punjabi University allegedly committed disrespect towards Mahan Kosh, the revered Sikh encyclopaedia. Jathedar Gurcharan Singh Gargaj has strongly condemned the act, terming it as a deliberate move reflecting an “anti-Sikh mindset.” According to reports, certain content or treatment related to Mahan Kosh at the university has sparked outrage among Sikh scholars and community leaders. They allege that the incident is not merely a mistake but a reflection of neglect and insensitivity towards Sikh heritage and historical works. Jathedar Gargaj demanded strict action against those responsible and urged the authorities to restore…
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Police Officer Collapses During Flood Relief Operation Near Lalru, Saved by Villagers

Police Officer Collapses During Flood Relief Operation Near Lalru, Saved by Villagers

National Times Bureau :- A flood-relief operation near Lalru took a dramatic turn when a police officer collapsed while assisting stranded families. Witnesses reported that some of his colleagues panicked and moved away, but quick-thinking villagers rushed to his aid, carried him to safety, and called for medical help. Villagers Praised for Timely Intervention Local residents criticized the initial hesitation shown by some policemen and lauded the villagers for stepping forward in the crisis. “He is one of your own, don’t leave him behind,” a villager reportedly shouted as they rescued the officer. Officer Recovering, Floods Impact His Own Family…
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Punjab Government Appoints Director Land Records as Nodal Officer for Jalandhar Flood Control Room to Strengthen Relief Measures

Punjab Government Appoints Director Land Records as Nodal Officer for Jalandhar Flood Control Room to Strengthen Relief Measures

National Times Bureau :- In an effort to enhance coordination and accelerate relief operations in flood-affected regions, the Punjab Department of Revenue, Rehabilitation, and Disaster Management has appointed Director Land Records, S. Gulpreeet Singh Aulakh, as the nodal officer for the state-level Flood Control Room established in Jalandhar. Revenue Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian stated that the control room has been actively coordinating with Deputy Commissioners, army officials, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and other concerned departments to ensure seamless disaster management and effective relief measures. He added that the appointment of a…
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invited to Attend 350th Martyrdom Anniversary Events of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invited to Attend 350th Martyrdom Anniversary Events of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

National Times Bureau :- A delegation representing the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has extended a formal invitation to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to participate in the 350th martyrdom anniversary celebrations of the Ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, scheduled to be held at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Acting under the directives of SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, the delegation led by Dharam Parchar Committee member Bhai Ajaib Singh Abhiaasi met the Chief Minister and handed over the invitation letter. The team also briefed him about the ongoing Shaheedi Nagar Kirtan, which commenced from Assam…
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Akali Leader Bikram Majithia’s Judicial Custody Extended Till September 6 in Drug-Linked Money Laundering Case

Akali Leader Bikram Majithia’s Judicial Custody Extended Till September 6 in Drug-Linked Money Laundering Case

National Times Bureau :- In a significant setback for senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, a local court on Thursday extended his judicial custody until September 6 in connection with disproportionate assets and alleged money laundering cases tied to the drug trade. Majithia, currently lodged in New Nabha Jail near Patiala, had his bail plea rejected earlier, with the court citing the serious nature of the charges and the ongoing investigation by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. Sources indicate that the bureau is still scrutinizing financial transactions and property records allegedly linked to Majithia, and more evidence is expected…
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Punjab Government Reinstates Former Chief Vigilance SPS Parmar After Suspension in License Scam

Punjab Government Reinstates Former Chief Vigilance SPS Parmar After Suspension in License Scam

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Government has reinstated former Chief Vigilance Officer SPS Parmar, who was earlier suspended in connection with the alleged license scam. Parmar was suspended on April 25, 2025, alongside Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Swaranjit Singh and Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Harpreet Singh of the Vigilance Bureau. Short Tenure as Vigilance Chief Parmar had a brief tenure as the Chief of the Vigilance Bureau. He was appointed on March 26, 2025, replacing Nageshwar Rao IPS. This marked the first time that an officer holding the rank of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), while also…
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