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26 Aug

बाढ़ में हुई जनहानि पर प्रधानमंत्री ने जताई संवेदना, प्रभावित परिवारों के साथ खड़े

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नई दिल्ली(राजीव शर्मा):प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी ने नेपाल के प्रधानमंत्री श्री बालेन्द्र शाह से बात की और नेपाल में बाढ़ के कारण हुई जानमाल की हानि पर संवेदना व्यक्त की। श्री मोदी ने कहा कि इस कठिन समय में भारत के लोग नेपाल में अपने भाई-बहनों के साथ एकजुटता से खड़े हैं। प्रधानमंत्री ने दोहराया कि भारत नेपाल को हरसंभव मानवीय सहायता प्रदान करने के लिए तैयार है और भारतीय दल बचाव तथा राहत कार्यों में नेपाली अधिकारियों के साथ मिलकर काम कर रहे हैं। प्रधानमंत्री ने एक्स पर पोस्ट किया: प्रधानमंत्री बालेन्द्र शाह से बात की और नेपाल में…

30 Mar

Heavy Rain and Flash Floods Kill 45 Across Afghanistan and Pakistan

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsAfghanistan, Casualties, Floods, Pakistan, Rain, Storms

Islamabad (Internation News Desk): Severe weather, including torrential rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods, has killed at least 45 people across Afghanistan and Pakistan over the last few days. Disaster management officials in both countries confirmed on Monday, March 30, 2026, that the relentless storms have caused widespread destruction to homes, infrastructure, and livestock. In Afghanistan, the National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA) reported 28 fatalities and 49 injuries across 13 provinces since Thursday. Meanwhile, across the border in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, at least 17 people have died and 56 others have been wounded in weather-related incidents since Wednesday. The impact…

02 Jan

Afganistan flash floods: 17 dead, thousands affected amid heavy rainfall

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAfganistan, Floods

National Times Bureau :- At least 17 persons have lost their lives and 11 others have been injured following flash floods triggered by the first heavy rains and snowfall of the season in Afghanistan, officials reported. The sudden floods have impacted multiple regions, causing damage to homes, roads, and livestock. According to Mohammad Yousaf Hammad, spokesperson for Afghanistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA), most fatalities have occurred since Monday in the districts most severely affected by the flooding. The extreme weather has disrupted daily life across central, northern, southern and western provinces. Hammad added that the floods have damaged infrastructure,…

04 Oct

Ravi River Swells, Ajnala Region on Flood Alert; Administration Issues Warnings

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National Times Bureau :- The water level in the Ravi River has risen sharply, putting the Ajnala region of Punjab on flood alert once again. Officials have started taking precautionary measures as the Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall in the coming days, which could worsen the situation. Ajnala SDM Ravinder Singh Arora held an emergency meeting with village sarpanches, instructing residents not to cross the river until October 12. People living near the riverbanks have been advised to move their livestock, tractors, and essential belongings to safer places. Authorities said that the area had suffered major losses during previous…

26 Sep

Punjab Flood Debate Turns Heated as Harjot Bains Criticizes Political Parties

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBJP, Congress, Floods, Harjot Singh Bains, Punjab Assembly

Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: Punjab Assembly witnessed a heated session on Friday as legislators debated the devastating floods that have affected the state. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains accused the Congress of politicizing the disaster instead of focusing on relief and planning for the future.Bains praised the efforts of local leaders, artists, social workers, and religious figures who assisted flood-affected communities. “Times of crisis show who genuinely stands with the people,” he said, referring to the absence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann due to illness, and added that the Congress attempted to make political gains out of the situation. “Illness…

10 Sep

Good news – Clear Weather in Punjab Today, No Alert Issued Till September 12

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab experienced clear skies and pleasant weather conditions today after several days of heavy rainfall and flood-like situations in different parts of the state. According to the Meteorological Department, no rain-related alerts have been issued for Punjab until September 12. Officials said that the weather is expected to remain stable across most districts, bringing relief to residents and farmers who were struggling due to continuous rainfall in the past week. The department also stated that there are no chances of any heavy showers or storms during this period, though light and scattered rain cannot be completely…

07 Sep

Amritsar: Farmer Leader Mangal Singh Dies While Assisting Flood Victims

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Death, Farmer, Floods, Punjab News

National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident near Sohian Kalan village, Ramdas area of Amritsar, prominent farmer leader Mangal Singh (50), associated with the Punjab Kot Budha Farmers’ Committee, lost his life while helping flood-affected residents. According to reports, Singh was returning after providing aid and relief to families impacted by the ongoing floods when the fatal incident occurred. Local police and rescue teams quickly reached the spot, assessed the situation, and transported his body to the hospital for further procedures. The unfortunate death of Singh has left the local community and fellow farmers in shock. Residents and members…

06 Sep

Patiala – Flood Threat Rises in Ghaggar River, Residents on Alert

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabFloods, Ghaghar river, Patiala, Punjab, Punjab News

National Times Bureau :- The flood threat along the Ghaggar River near the Punjab–Haryana border has intensified as water levels continued to rise compared to the previous day. Officials stationed at the Harchandpura bridge, including Duty Officer and Block Development & Panchayat Officer Gurmeet Singh and Panchayat Officer Jatinder Singh, reported a 4–5 inch increase in the river’s level overnight. While the situation on the Punjab side remains under control, the river has started to swell at several points, raising concerns among residents. Moderate rainfall has been ongoing in the area since morning, adding to the tension.

06 Sep

Sukhna Lake Floodgates Open Again After Heavy Rain in Chandigarh

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PunjabChandigarh, Floods, Heavy rain, Punjab, Sukhna Lake

National Times Bureau :- Heavy rain returned to Chandigarh this morning, raising the water level in Sukhna Lake and prompting authorities to sound the siren and open the floodgates once again. Residents who had hoped for relief after a brief spell of sunshine yesterday were left concerned as the rising water level threatened nearby areas. The lake can safely hold water up to 1,163 feet, and any excess requires the floodgates to be opened. Authorities issued an alert before releasing the water, warning residents of Bapudham Colony and Kishangarh, where roads have already been flooded, affecting traffic movement. This is…

05 Sep

Punjab and Haryana High Court Declines Immediate Intervention in Flood Matter

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabFloods, Punjab, Punjab & Haryana High Court

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Friday refused to intervene immediately in the ongoing flood situation affecting parts of Punjab. The court observed that the state government and its concerned departments are already taking measures to control the situation and provide relief to the affected population. The petition seeking urgent directions for flood management and preventive steps was heard by the bench, which stated that the matter requires detailed consideration and cannot be rushed without proper reports and on-ground assessments. The court asked the petitioners to present concrete evidence and data before any further directions…