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

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

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…
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Big news – High Court Orders Immediate Counseling for Minor Allegedly Held in Dera Sacha Sauda

Big news – High Court Orders Immediate Counseling for Minor Allegedly Held in Dera Sacha Sauda

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed PGIMER, Chandigarh, to conduct immediate counseling of a minor girl allegedly held in unlawful custody at Dera Sacha Sauda, Sirsa, by her mother. The order came while hearing a habeas corpus petition filed by the girl’s father, Cypriano Britto, a resident of Goa. Justice Subhash Mehla stated that counseling must be carried out to assess the custody-related concerns and that a proper schedule be communicated to both parties’ counsels. The court also ordered that the entire cost of the counseling would be borne by the petitioner (father). The…
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Punjab Government Appoints Director Land Records as Nodal Officer for Jalandhar Flood Control Room to Strengthen Relief Measures

Punjab Government Appoints Director Land Records as Nodal Officer for Jalandhar Flood Control Room to Strengthen Relief Measures

National Times Bureau :- In an effort to enhance coordination and accelerate relief operations in flood-affected regions, the Punjab Department of Revenue, Rehabilitation, and Disaster Management has appointed Director Land Records, S. Gulpreeet Singh Aulakh, as the nodal officer for the state-level Flood Control Room established in Jalandhar. Revenue Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian stated that the control room has been actively coordinating with Deputy Commissioners, army officials, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and other concerned departments to ensure seamless disaster management and effective relief measures. He added that the appointment of a…
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Barnala Tragedy: Roof Collapse Claims Young Man’s Life, Four Family Members Injured

Barnala Tragedy: Roof Collapse Claims Young Man’s Life, Four Family Members Injured

National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident struck Barnala for the third consecutive day as a roof collapse claimed the life of a 33-year-old man, Lakhbir Singh, and left four of his family members injured. The family was asleep when their house’s weakened roof, damaged by continuous rainfall, suddenly gave way. Locals immediately rushed to rescue the family, but Lakhbir Singh succumbed to his injuries on the spot. The injured — his wife, two daughters, and a son — were taken to the Civil Hospital, from where they were later referred to Faridkot for advanced treatment. Residents expressed anger over…
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invited to Attend 350th Martyrdom Anniversary Events of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

UP CM Yogi Adityanath Invited to Attend 350th Martyrdom Anniversary Events of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

National Times Bureau :- A delegation representing the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has extended a formal invitation to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to participate in the 350th martyrdom anniversary celebrations of the Ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, scheduled to be held at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Acting under the directives of SGPC President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, the delegation led by Dharam Parchar Committee member Bhai Ajaib Singh Abhiaasi met the Chief Minister and handed over the invitation letter. The team also briefed him about the ongoing Shaheedi Nagar Kirtan, which commenced from Assam…
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Akali Leader Bikram Majithia’s Judicial Custody Extended Till September 6 in Drug-Linked Money Laundering Case

Akali Leader Bikram Majithia’s Judicial Custody Extended Till September 6 in Drug-Linked Money Laundering Case

National Times Bureau :- In a significant setback for senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, a local court on Thursday extended his judicial custody until September 6 in connection with disproportionate assets and alleged money laundering cases tied to the drug trade. Majithia, currently lodged in New Nabha Jail near Patiala, had his bail plea rejected earlier, with the court citing the serious nature of the charges and the ongoing investigation by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. Sources indicate that the bureau is still scrutinizing financial transactions and property records allegedly linked to Majithia, and more evidence is expected…
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Ashwani Sharma’s Elder Brother R.P. Sharma Passes Away, Cremation in Pathankot on August 29

Ashwani Sharma’s Elder Brother R.P. Sharma Passes Away, Cremation in Pathankot on August 29

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Ram Prasad Sharma, elder brother of BJP Punjab working president Ashwani Sharma, has passed away after battling illness. He was 63. Family members informed that R.P. Sharma had been undergoing treatment at PGI Chandigarh for the last 15 days. His health deteriorated recently, and he was admitted to the ICU, where doctors tried to revive him, but he could not recover. R.P. Sharma retired as an Assistant General Manager from Power Grid and was widely respected in his community. Those close to the family say he was more than just an elder brother to Ashwani Sharma, often…
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Water Level at Pong Dam Breaches Critical Mark, BBMB to Release 1.10 Lakh Cusecs into Beas River

Water Level at Pong Dam Breaches Critical Mark, BBMB to Release 1.10 Lakh Cusecs into Beas River

Himachal Pradesh (National Times): With the water level at Pong Dam rising beyond the critical threshold of 1,396 feet, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has announced the release of 1.10 lakh cusecs of water into the Beas River at 2 PM today. In response, a high alert has been issued across downstream areas in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. The dam, located in Kangra district, has witnessed a sharp increase in water inflow due to persistent rainfall in the upstream catchment areas. To prevent overflow and potential damage to the dam structure, the BBMB has initiated controlled water discharge measures.…
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Punjab Government Reinstates Former Chief Vigilance SPS Parmar After Suspension in License Scam

Punjab Government Reinstates Former Chief Vigilance SPS Parmar After Suspension in License Scam

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Government has reinstated former Chief Vigilance Officer SPS Parmar, who was earlier suspended in connection with the alleged license scam. Parmar was suspended on April 25, 2025, alongside Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Swaranjit Singh and Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Harpreet Singh of the Vigilance Bureau. Short Tenure as Vigilance Chief Parmar had a brief tenure as the Chief of the Vigilance Bureau. He was appointed on March 26, 2025, replacing Nageshwar Rao IPS. This marked the first time that an officer holding the rank of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), while also…
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Punjab – Mann Government Forms High-Level Committee for Flood Management After Heavy Rainfall Damage

National Times Bureau :- In the wake of widespread destruction caused by relentless rains across Punjab, the state government has swung into action to mitigate the crisis. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the formation of a high-level committee tasked with overseeing flood management and coordinating relief efforts in the affected regions. The committee will assess the extent of the damage, streamline rescue and relief operations, and implement preventive measures to curb further losses. The move comes amid increasing public concern over rising water levels, damaged infrastructure, and displaced residents in several districts. Officials stated that the panel will work closely…
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