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03 Sep

Punjab Reels Under Worst Floods in Five Decades; Over 3.5 Lakh Hit

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is battling its severest floods in 50 years as relentless rainfall across the state and adjoining hill regions of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir has left villages submerged and farmland destroyed. Government data reveals that 1,400 villages across all 23 districts are facing the impact, displacing or disrupting the lives of nearly 3.55 lakh residents. Among the worst-affected districts are Gurdaspur, where over 1.45 lakh people have been hit, and Amritsar, reporting close to 1.18 lakh affected. So far, 30 deaths have been confirmed, while rescue operations have helped evacuate 19,597 individuals from low-lying areas.…

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

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

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…

01 Sep

Punjab Extends Rain-Related Shutdown to Colleges and Universities

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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

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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…

30 Aug

Haryana Seeks Cut in Water Release Amid Punjab Flood Crisis

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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…