Punjab Archives - Page 7 of 77

10 Jul

Rain Lashes Chandigarh, IMD Predicts More Showers Across Punjab Before Monsoon Weakens

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Continuous rain in Chandigarh and adjoining Mohali since late Thursday night has brought welcome relief from the heat, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warned of moderate rainfall in several districts of Punjab over the next few days. The overnight showers uprooted trees in parts of Chandigarh, including Sector 39, prompting civic teams to clear roads and restore normal traffic movement. Light rain continued in Mohali through the morning, keeping temperatures significantly lower than earlier this week. The Chandigarh Meteorological Centre has forecast moderate rainfall for seven districts, including Patiala, Fatehgarh Sahib, Rupnagar, Shaheed Bhagat Singh…

09 Jul

AAP Urges Punjab Citizens to Complete Electoral Roll Verification to Secure Voting Rights and Welfare Benefits

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora on Thursday appealed to the people of Punjab to actively participate in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being conducted by the Election Commission of India, saying every eligible voter must complete the verification process to ensure that their voting rights remain protected and they continue to receive the benefits of various welfare schemes of the Punjab Government. Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab President.Aman Arora said the SIR exercise is an extensive verification process aimed at updating electoral rolls. He urged every voter…

09 Jul

AAP Dismisses Claims of Punjab Government Moving File to Release Jaswant Singh Khalra Case Convicts

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, Controversy, Justice, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu on Thursday dismissed as a “pack of lies” the allegations that the Bhagwant Mann Government had signed any file related to the premature release of convicts in the Jaswant Singh Khalra murder case. Presenting a detailed factual chronology, the AAP Punjab Media In-charge said the proposal for premature release was first sent during the Congress government, while the Bhagwant Mann Government has signed no such file. He pointed out that since the case was investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the entire process falls under the…

09 Jul

Rain Forecast Continues Across Punjab; Heavy Showers Likely in Border and Foothill Districts, Himachal Warns of Flood Risks

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted another spell of monsoon activity across Punjab, with several districts expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall over the next few days. Weather officials have advised residents to remain alert as localized heavy showers could lead to waterlogging in urban areas and rising water levels in seasonal streams. According to the latest forecast, districts adjoining the Shivalik foothills and the Jammu border—including Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar and Mohali—are more likely to witness intense rainfall. Most other districts are expected to receive scattered showers accompanied by thunderstorms. Cloudy weather to keep…

07 Jul

Monsoon Showers Continue Across Punjab; IMD Warns of Heavy Rain in Several Districts Over Coming Days

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is expected to witness another active spell of monsoon rainfall as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread showers across the state. A yellow alert has been issued for several districts, while Chandigarh is also likely to receive rain accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds. The recent showers have brought down temperatures across much of Punjab, providing relief from the intense heat that gripped the region over the past few weeks. Despite the cooler conditions, humidity continues to remain high, keeping the weather uncomfortable during the daytime. Temperature Falls as Rain Covers Several Regions Rainfall…

06 Jul

Monsoon to Stay Active Across Punjab; Rain, Thunderstorm Warning Continues in Several Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is expected to witness another spell of widespread rainfall as the southwest monsoon remains active over the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rain and thunderstorms over the next four days and issued a Yellow Alert for several districts, advising residents to remain cautious during adverse weather conditions. According to the Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh, rainfall activity is likely to strengthen from Monday, with districts in the northern and eastern parts of the state expected to receive moderate to heavy showers. Strong winds, lightning and isolated thunderstorms are also likely to accompany the rain…

05 Jul

Rainfall Activity Set to Intensify in Punjab; IMD Predicts Wet Week Ahead Across Several Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The southwest monsoon is expected to gather momentum across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rain over the next few days. Although rainfall remained uneven in many parts of the state on Saturday, weather experts say conditions are becoming increasingly favourable for a stronger spell beginning Sunday. Several districts witnessed cloudy weather throughout the day, while Ludhiana recorded the heaviest rainfall, bringing temporary respite from high humidity. In many other regions, overcast skies failed to produce significant showers, leaving residents to contend with warm and sticky conditions. According to the IMD, rain…

04 Jul

Punjab Congress Faces Internal Churn as Charanjit Singh Channi Loyalists Seek Audience With High Command

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingCharanjit Singh Channi, Punjab

Jalandhar (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh signs of internal discord have emerged within the Punjab Congress after a group of senior leaders aligned with former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi convened a meeting to discuss the party's organisational direction ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The gathering, held at Channi's residence in Morinda, brought together several former legislators and party functionaries who reportedly expressed reservations over recent decisions taken by the state leadership. Rather than announcing any political rebellion, the leaders resolved to place their concerns before the Congress high command. Sources familiar with the developments said the Channi camp believes important…

04 Jul

Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for More Rain as Monsoon Remains Active; IMD Extends Weather Alert Till July 9

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Heavy showers cool temperatures across the region; authorities urge caution amid thunderstorm forecast Monsoon activity continues to dominate the weather across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting more rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. The weather office has indicated that the current wet spell is likely to continue until July 9, prompting authorities to remain on alert. Several districts received rainfall over the past 24 hours, helping bring down temperatures and offering relief from persistent humidity. While the showers improved weather conditions for residents, they also caused waterlogging and…

04 Jul

Monsoon Advances Across North India, Bringing Widespread Rainfall to Punjab and Haryana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Monsoon, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): The southwest monsoon has expanded across almost the entire northern belt of the country, bringing steady rainfall to Punjab, Haryana and neighbouring regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said only a limited stretch in the western parts of the two states is yet to come under complete monsoon influence, with conditions remaining favourable for further advancement. Following its recent progress, several parts of Punjab and Haryana have recorded rainfall above the normal average for the past few days, providing much-needed relief from the prolonged spell of heat and humidity. The weather office has forecast widespread rain…