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02 Oct

Heavy rain likely after October 5, IMD issues yellow alert

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National Times Bureau :- The weather in Punjab is set to take a dramatic turn once again as the monsoon is expected retreat in the state. The sudden shift in the weather is due to the western disturbance. The Meteorological Department has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Punjab after October 5 and a yellow alert has also been issued for the same. As per the forecast, on October 5, a yellow alert for rainfall has been declared in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Muktsar. Due to the weather changes, Punjab’s maximum temperature dropped…

01 Oct

Punjab Launches “PEHEL Mart” to Empower Rural Women and Promote Handmade Products

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Chandigarh: In a major initiative to strengthen rural entrepreneurship and empower women, the Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission (PSRLM) has launched “PEHEL Mart,” a dedicated outlet for handmade and organic products crafted by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from across the state.The mart was inaugurated at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, Sector 1, Chandigarh, by Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, in the presence of Chief Secretary KAP Sinha and Ajit Balaji Joshi, Administrative Secretary, Rural Development & Panchayats.Showcasing Punjab’s cultural heritage, the marketplace offers a diverse collection of sustainable products, including traditional Phulkari embroidery, suits, juttis, honey, pickles, squash,…

01 Oct

Amritsar Police Crack Illegal Tramadol Supply Chain, Arrest One

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar Police, illegal drug network, Punjab Police, Tramadol seizure

Amritsar, October 1, 2025: Amritsar Rural Police have dealt a major blow to an illegal pharmaceutical drug network by seizing 1,08,000 Tramadol tablets. Authorities arrested Jobanjit Singh, also known as Joban, who was traveling in a car, and recovered a Glock pistol with five live rounds along with a mobile phone.An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act and Arms Act at PS Beas. Investigations are ongoing to trace the source of the drugs and dismantle the wider network by identifying all forward and backward connections.The Punjab Police reaffirmed their determination to curb drug trafficking and maintain a safe,…

01 Oct

60 units of blood collected in Zirakpur on National Voluntary Blood Donation Day

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Zirakpur: On the occasion of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day, the Vishvas Foundation, Panchkula and the Indian Red Cross Society, District Branch, Mohali, organized a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas Ji. This blood donation camp was organized Opposite Metro Store in Zirakpur. The team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Center Zirakpur collected 60 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal. Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that people have a misconception that donating blood causes weakness in the body. There is no weakness due to blood…

30 Sep

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda in Critical Condition After Accident, Prayers Pour In

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Chandigarh, September 30, 2025: Deep concern grips Punjab as renowned Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda fights for his life following a devastating accident. Doctors have described his condition as highly unstable, with the coming hours considered critical for his survival.Medical updates suggest his brain activity has nearly stopped, while his lungs and several vital organs show minimal function. At present, only his heartbeat remains steady, making the situation increasingly alarming.The tragic development has united the Punjabi entertainment world and political leaders in prayers for Jawanda’s recovery. Artists including Kanwar Grewal, Kulwinder Billa, Jass Bajwa, and Mankirt Aulakh have appealed to fans…

30 Sep

Modi Government Stands With Punjab: Full Support for Flood Relief and Restoration, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah

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New Delhi, September 30, 2025: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah on Tuesday assured that the Modi government is fully committed to supporting the people of Punjab affected by recent floods.The Chief Minister of Punjab, Shri Bhagwant Mann, met Shri Shah in New Delhi to discuss the extent of damage caused during the monsoon season and requested additional funds for relief and restoration efforts. During the meeting, the Chief Minister was informed that the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) holds Rs 12,589.59 crore, which can be utilized immediately for relief measures as per Government of India…

30 Sep

Punjab Declares Local Holiday in Amritsar on 8th October for Guru Ramdas Jayanti

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Amritsar, September 30, 2025 – The Punjab government has announced a local holiday in Amritsar district on Wednesday, 8th October, to mark the birth anniversary of Shri Guru Ramdas Ji Maharaj.According to the official notification, all schools, colleges, and government offices in the district will remain closed on this day. The local holiday applies to all government departments, boards, corporations, and educational institutions within Amritsar district.

30 Sep

Punjab Launches “Mera Ghar, Mera Maan” Scheme from Tarn Taran, Grants Property Rights to Villagers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabLal Lakir ownership rights, Mera Ghar Mera Maan scheme Punjab, Tarn Taran property cards

Tarn Taran (Punjab), September 30, 2025: Punjab Cabinet Ministers Hardeep Singh Mundian and Laljit Singh Bhullar today inaugurated the “Mera Ghar, Mera Maan” scheme from Tarn Taran district, distributing property cards to residents of 11 villages in the constituency. The scheme grants ownership rights to properties located within Lal Lakir areas, long considered outside the formal property system.The launch event was attended by Constituency In-charge Harmeet Singh Sandhu, Additional Deputy Commissioner Rajdeep Singh Brar, SDM Tarn Taran Gurmeet Singh, and District Revenue Officer Gurpreet Singh Dhillon.Calling the initiative “historic,” Cabinet Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said the campaign would bring a…

30 Sep

Heroin Haul in Jalandhar: Punjab Counter-Intelligence Nabs Courier Linked to Gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria

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Jalandhar, September 30, 2025: Punjab’s Counter-Intelligence unit in Patiala achieved a major success against narcotics trafficking with the arrest of a suspected drug courier and the seizure of 4.721 kilograms of heroin in Jalandhar.The accused has been identified as Vansh Kumar, a resident of Dalam in Batala. Officials revealed that Kumar was apprehended following actionable intelligence inputs, which pointed to his alleged links with Amrit Dalam, a Dubai-based handler originally from Batala. Investigators believe Amrit Dalam maintains close ties with jailed gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, a known figure in Punjab’s criminal underworld.Police confirmed that an FIR has been lodged at the…

30 Sep

Amit Shah Promises Enhanced Central Aid for Punjab Flood Relief, Says Earlier Grant Was ‘Token Money’

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New Delhi, September 30, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured him of substantial central assistance to tackle the flood devastation in the state.The assurance came during a 25-minute meeting in Delhi, where Mann presented a detailed report on the scale of destruction caused by floods in Punjab. According to the Chief Minister, Shah described the earlier grant of ₹1,600 crore as merely “token money” and promised that additional funds will soon be released.Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Mann said, “I explained the losses Punjab has suffered due…