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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…

30 Aug

Flood Threat Persists in Punjab; Orange Alert Issued for Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Rupnagar

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab continues to reel under the threat of floods as an Orange Alert has been issued for Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Rupnagar, warning of heavy rainfall over the next three days. According to the Meteorological Department, the persistent downpour could worsen the situation in several regions already struggling with rising water levels. A Yellow Alert has also been declared for Gurdaspur, Nawanshahr, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Patiala, effective until September 1. Officials have warned of moderate rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) in Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Pathankot, urging residents to remain on high alert for the…

30 Aug

Punjab Floods Leave 23 Dead, Over 1,000 Villages Submerged

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is grappling with one of the gravest flood disasters in recent memory, which has left 23 people dead and more than a thousand villages under water. Officials said close to 16,000 stranded residents have been evacuated to safety as rescue operations continue round the clock. Pathankot and Hoshiarpur districts have been the worst hit, reporting eight and seven casualties respectively. Loss of life has also been confirmed in Rupnagar, Barnala, and Gurdaspur. Many of the victims either drowned or were buried under debris after torrential rain and river overflow swept through homes and farmland. Chief Minister…

28 Aug

Punjab Floods 2025: CM Bhagwant Mann, MLAs & Ministers To Donate One Month Salary for Flood Relief Ops

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Amidst one of the most challenging natural disasters the state has witnessed in recent years, the leaders of the Punjab government, including the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, all ministers and MLAs, have decided to contribute one month’s salary to support flood relief and rehabilitation efforts. Taking to X, the Chief Minister acknowledged the overwhelming impact of the floods, calling it a reminder of how powerless humans are in the face of nature’s force. "No one has any power against the onslaught of nature, but let us stand together and support each other in this difficult time. All…

28 Aug

Haryana CM Reaches Out to Punjab Amid Flood Crisis, Offers Immediate Support

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): As Punjab battles widespread flooding caused by overflowing rivers and dams, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has extended a formal offer of assistance to his counterpart, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In a letter addressed to CM Mann, Saini expressed deep concern over the worsening flood situation and the hardships being faced by the people in the affected districts. Calling the disaster a “difficult time for our brothers and sisters in Punjab,” the Haryana CM offered full support from his government and people. "We in Haryana stand with Punjab during this natural calamity. If you require…