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04 Oct

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda’s Health Remains Critical as He Spends Eighth Day on Ventilator

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda is still fighting for his life in Fortis Hospital, Mohali, where he has been on a ventilator for the eighth day running. Doctors have confirmed that he continues to require life support to keep his heart functioning. Jawanda suffered severe injuries to his head and spine, leading to complications that have impaired the functioning of other vital organs. Medical professionals have expressed concern over the slow pace of his recovery, noting that his condition has not improved as much as expected. The singer’s struggle has touched many, including former MP and singer Hansraj…

04 Oct

BBMB to Release 40,000 Cusecs from Bhakra and Pong Dams Amid Heavy Rain Forecast in Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With heavy rainfall predicted over Punjab and surrounding regions on October 6 and 7, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has announced plans to release an additional 40,000 cusecs of water from the floodgates of Bhakra and Pong dams. This measure aims to manage rising water levels in the reservoirs and reduce the risk of sudden flooding downstream. Officials said that 8,000 cusecs of extra water will be discharged from Bhakra dam around midday on Saturday, while Pong dam will release 32,000 cusecs through its spillways. Following this release, total outflows will increase to 44,000 cusecs from…

03 Oct

No Signs of Recovery Yet: Rajvir Jawanda Remains Critical, Fans Turn to Prayers and Social Media

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Popular Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda continues to remain in critical condition at Fortis Hospital, Mohali, a week after his motorcycle accident near Pinjore left him with serious head and spinal injuries. Hospital officials confirmed Thursday evening that he is still on life support and has not regained consciousness. The sixth official medical bulletin, released by the hospital, reported that Jawanda's neurological condition shows no significant improvement. Doctors are administering medications to support his heart function, but his overall condition is being monitored hour by hour. Despite intensive medical care, his response has been minimal. "The situation remains…

03 Oct

Rain Likely in Northern Punjab as Temperatures Stay Above Normal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A shift in weather is on the horizon for Punjab as light to moderate rainfall is expected in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Gurdaspur today. The change comes with the arrival of a new Western Disturbance, which has activated over the region, according to the Meteorological Department. The spell of rain may provide relief from the unseasonal warmth gripping parts of the state. While daytime temperatures have stayed within the normal range, nights have been noticeably warmer, with minimum temperatures climbing up to 4.6°C higher than usual. Mansa, in particular, recorded the highest temperature in the state at 36.6°C,…

29 Sep

Punjab Set to Introduce Major Reforms for Urban Planning and Property Regulation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government is preparing to introduce two major legislative amendments in the Vidhan Sabha today, both aimed at addressing longstanding challenges in urban development and town planning. The proposed changes are expected to improve financial management and promote more organised infrastructure growth in cities across the state. Leading the agenda is the Punjab Town Improvement (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes significant revisions to the nearly century-old Town Improvement Act of 1922. The amendment seeks to enable the transfer of funds generated through the sale of land and property under various improvement trusts to a unified Municipal…

28 Sep

CM Health Card Scheme Gains Traction as Over 41,000 Sign Up in Tarn Taran and Barnala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingBarnala, Punjab, Tarn Taran

Tarn Taran/Barnala (Gurpreet Singh): The state government’s ambitious Chief Minister Health Card initiative is witnessing enthusiastic public participation, with more than 41,000 residents from Tarn Taran and Barnala districts enrolling for the scheme so far. Launched to provide Rs 10 lakh in cashless health insurance per family per year, the scheme has quickly struck a chord with citizens, especially in semi-urban and rural areas where access to affordable healthcare has long been a concern. Camps See Surge in Footfall Across both districts, registration camps have seen a steady stream of applicants, prompting authorities to increase the number of help desks…

28 Sep

Punjab Bakes Under Unseasonal Heatwave: Mansa Records Highest Temperature at 38.3°C

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Chandigarh (National Times): Unrelenting heat continues to sweep across Punjab as temperatures in both day and night remain significantly above average. With the mercury climbing steadily, weather officials confirm that the current conditions are nearly 2.5°C warmer than the seasonal norm, a concerning trend as the region typically begins to cool by late September. The district of Mansa has emerged as the epicenter of this heatwave, posting a scorching 38.3°C — the highest in the state over the past 24 hours. The spike follows a statewide temperature increase of 1.3°C in just one day. Nights No Cooler: Minimum Temperatures Unusually…

26 Sep

Punjab Assembly Special Session Begins with Emotional Tributes; Flood Rehabilitation Talks Await

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Vidhan Sabha opened its special four-day session today on a sombre note, with lawmakers paying heartfelt tributes to several distinguished personalities who passed away recently, including celebrated comedian Jaswinder Bhalla, veteran music composer Charanjit Singh Ahuja, and former minister Harpal Singh Tohra. After the official condolences, the House was adjourned till 12 noon, setting the stage for what is expected to be a charged debate around flood relief, rehabilitation, and disaster management in the state. Tributes Mark the Beginning The session began with a moment of reflection, as members from across parties stood in remembrance…

26 Sep

Punjab Assembly Begins Special Session to Tackle Flood Aftermath and Pay Respects to Noted Figures

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Chandigarh: In the wake of Punjab’s most damaging floods in decades, the State Legislative Assembly opened a special four-day session today to take stock of the situation and chart the way forward for rehabilitation and disaster response. The session, which runs through September 29, comes as thousands remain displaced and several districts continue to recover from widespread devastation. With 23 districts affected and over 2,500 villages submerged or damaged, the floods have impacted nearly 3.9 lakh residents. According to government data, 57 people have lost their lives, four remain missing, and over 23,000 individuals have been evacuated to safety. Despite…

26 Sep

Punjab Faces Prolonged Heat Spell as Temperatures Remain Above Average

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Residents across Punjab are bracing for more hot and dry weather as the region continues to reel under above-normal temperatures. With the monsoon officially having exited the state, forecasts indicate the heat will intensify over the next few days, with no rain on the horizon until at least the start of October. The latest data from the Meteorological Department reveals that the average daytime temperatures in Punjab are currently running over 2°C higher than normal for late September. Over the past 24 hours alone, the state's temperature has inched upward by 0.2°C, pointing to a slow but…