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03 Sep

PHDCCI & Chandigarh Administration Host RAMP Program

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RAMP Scheme to Power MSMEs Towards Innovation and Growth: Nishant Kumar Yadav National Times Bureau :- PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with the Chandigarh Administration, organised a program on Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) at Chandigarh. Nishant Kumar Yadav, IAS, Secretary Industries and Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh, graced the event as Chief Guest. In his address, he lauded the RAMP scheme as a commendable initiative of the Government of India, enabling MSMEs to innovate and scale to the next level. He emphasized that in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, technology adoption is the key to survival and…

03 Sep

Punjab Flood Crisis: Arvind Kejriwal to Visit Affected Areas

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National Times Bureau :- Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal is set to visit flood-affected regions of Punjab to assess the ground situation and oversee relief measures. The visit aims to review ongoing rescue and rehabilitation efforts being carried out by the Punjab government under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s leadership. Kejriwal is expected to meet affected families, interact with local authorities, and ensure that essential aid reaches the victims without delay. Officials have been directed to provide a detailed report on damages caused by the floods, including losses to agriculture, infrastructure, and housing. Additional…

03 Sep

Jalandhar DC Warns Traders Against Hoarding and Overpricing Amid Flood Crisis

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National Times Bureau :- Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Agrawal has issued a stern warning to traders against hoarding essential commodities and overcharging consumers during the ongoing flood crisis in Punjab. He stated that reports have emerged of certain shopkeepers selling groceries, vegetables, fruits, and other necessities at inflated prices, taking undue advantage of the situation. Dr. Agrawal emphasized that the administration will take strict action against such profiteers and ensure the timely availability of essential goods at fair rates to the public. He directed the Food and Civil Supplies Department to keep a close watch on markets and conduct…

03 Sep

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Visit Flood-Hit Punjab Tomorrow

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Chandigarh: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is scheduled to arrive in Punjab on Thursday to assess the situation in flood-affected regions. Taking to social media, Chouhan said he had held detailed discussions with the state’s Governor, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, and Punjab’s Agriculture Minister regarding the large-scale damage caused by continuous heavy rains. The Minister stated that he will personally visit the flood-affected villages to meet local residents and review relief operations. “In this difficult time, the Central Government stands shoulder to shoulder with the people of Punjab and will extend every possible support,” his post read. Punjab…

03 Sep

Punjab Floods 2025: All Educational Institutions Across Punjab Closed Till Sept 7

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): With floods disrupting normal life in large parts of Punjab, the state government has announced a temporary suspension of classes in all educational institutions until September 7, 2025. The announcement was made by the Punjab Education Minister, who informed through a social media post that the decision was taken under the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. The order extends to schools, colleges, universities, and polytechnic institutes, covering both government and private sectors. Officials stated that the step was necessary to ensure the safety of students and staff, as many districts remain affected by heavy rains…

03 Sep

Punjab Declares All Districts Disaster-Hit Amid Widespread Floods

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government declared the entire state as “disaster-affected” after relentless floods left behind large-scale destruction across all 23 districts. Heavy monsoon rains and the release of excess water from dams have inundated over 1,200 villages, submerging vast stretches of farmland and damaging homes and infrastructure. Nearly 3.75 lakh acres of paddy fields are still under water, threatening a massive crop loss ahead of harvest season. Livestock casualties have also been reported, posing a severe blow to rural households that rely on animal husbandry and dairy for livelihood. Chief Secretary K.A.P. Sinha, who heads the State Executive…

03 Sep

Punjab, Himachal Pradesh on High Alert as IMD Warns of More Heavy Rainfall

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Continuous downpours have thrown several northern states into crisis, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a red alert for multiple districts. The agency has forecast moderate to intense rain spells over the next three hours, warning of flash floods, landslides, and waterlogging in vulnerable areas. Torrential Rains in Jammu & Kashmir Jammu & Kashmir has been the worst affected so far. The districts of Reasi, Poonch, Rajouri, Jammu, Ramban, Udhampur, Samba, Kathua, Doda, and Kishtwar remain under red alert. Reasi received over 230 mm of rain by early Wednesday, while Katra (193 mm) and Batote…

03 Sep

Two Associates of Landa Harike Arrested in Joint Police Operation

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Tarn Taran (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s crackdown on gangster-terror networks continued as the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) and Tarn Taran Police jointly arrested two close aides of foreign-based terrorist Lakhvir Singh alias Landa Harike. The men in custody have been identified as Vikramjit Singh, also known as Vicky, and Harpreet Singh, also known as Prince. Police teams also seized two pistols (.32 bore and .315 bore) along with nine live cartridges during the operation. https://twitter.com/DGPPunjabPolice/status/1963078085227790784 According to officials, Vikramjit Singh had been absconding since March 2024, when he was booked in an attempt to murder case at Jhabal police station. He…

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

Malkit Singh’s Emotional Appeal Amid Punjab Floods: “Rise Above Politics, Help the People”

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National Times Bureau :- Renowned Punjabi singer Malkit Singh has made an emotional appeal as Punjab grapples with devastating floods that have submerged villages, damaged crops, and displaced numerous families. Calling the situation “very critical,” Singh urged everyone to set aside political differences and focus on relief work. “This is not the time for politics; it is the time to stand together and support those in distress,” he said. Singh, who has been residing abroad for many years, emphasized that Punjabis worldwide remain deeply connected to their roots and are willing to extend help. He appealed to political leaders to…