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Heavy rainfall paralyzed Mandi district, causing road closures and power outages. The Kiratpur-Manali highway (NH-3) is blocked. A key power transmission tower is damaged, leading to widespread electricity disruptions. Restoration efforts are underway, but full repair may take a week.

Land subsidence is a growing concern in the Baddi and Ramshehar belt, with recent incidents damaging homes and land. Heavy rainfall and friable rocks are contributing factors. Geotechnical investigations are underway, and protection measures are being implemented to rebuild infrastructure and assist affected communities.

Landslides and floods in Chamba prevented Sanchui priests from performing the 'Dal Todna' ritual at Manimahesh Lake for the first time in living memory. Thousands of pilgrims concluded their journey with rituals in Chamba, and the Chief Minister surveyed the extensive damage.

Over 12,000 Manimahesh pilgrims have left Chamba in three days. HRTC is providing free bus service to Nurpur, Pathankot, and Bhaderwah. Pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir, including a family from Ramban, have departed. The district administration ensures safety and support for returning pilgrims.

Omar Abdullah toured Ramban and Udhampur districts to assess damage from recent disasters, focusing on NH-44 restoration. He directed agencies to prioritize traffic flow, essential supplies, and aid to affected families. Immediate needs include shelter, ration, water, and electricity.

The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) is closed for a sixth day due to heavy rain and landslides. Doda district saw residential damage, and a weather advisory warns of severe rainfall and associated hazards. The Army and police rescued eight people from the Chenab River.

Kashmiri Pandits held their first 'rath yatra' in 35 years for Ganesh Chaturthi, starting from the Ganpatyar temple. They performed Ganpati visarjan in the Jhelum River, concluding five days of celebrations marked by prayer and communal harmony.

The Kashmiri Pandit community reopened the Sharada Bhawani temple in Budgam after 35 years, with significant local Muslim support. The ceremony saw the return of some Pandit families and plans for temple reconstruction. The event highlighted the valley's shared cultural heritage and a desire for the Pandit community's return.

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In Mauli village, Sushma, 29, died after allegedly being pushed by her husband, Ram Lagan, during a domestic dispute. The couple frequently argued. Ram Lagan, unemployed and with mental health issues, reportedly pushed her, causing a fatal head injury. Police are investigating.

Rajbir Singh, a 50-year-old resident of Naushehra Pannuan, died on Friday from head injuries. He was attacked on August 18 by Akashdeep Singh while walking home from dinner near the bus stop. Rajbir was initially treated at a local hospital and later at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital, Amritsar, but died at home. Akashdeep Singh has been booked.

Flooding in Ajnala and Ramdass highlights the need for improved disaster preparedness. Rescue volunteers emphasize inter-departmental coordination, mock drills, and pre-emptive measures like identifying safe zones, stocking essential medical supplies, and pre-arranging boats and drones for effective rescue operations.

Punjab Chief Secretary KAP Sinha visited flood-affected areas in Amritsar, assessing damage and relief efforts. The government will compensate affected people after a special assessment. Rescue operations by various agencies are ongoing, and a high-powered committee is managing the relief work.

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Four people, including two women, were booked for criminal trespass in Phagwara after allegedly preventing a man from cultivating his land. They also destroyed crops and damaged property. Additionally, Shahkot and Bilga police arrested four individuals for heroin consumption.

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Ludhiana's CP Sharma directed officials to expedite pending criminal cases, especially NDPS cases, and ensure charge sheets and court compliance. He emphasized crime detection, public safety, and addressing police personnel's issues.

Punjab's Excise Department busted separate liquor rackets in Ludhiana East and Samrala. In Ludhiana, a premium liquor refilling gang was exposed, leading to two arrests and the seizure of bottles and equipment. In Samrala, a man was arrested for possessing smuggled liquor. Investigations are ongoing.

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Flooding from the Ghaggar River damaged crops in four Patiala villages. The district administration issued an alert after heavy rainfall increased the water level. Residents are advised to avoid riverbanks and rely on official government information.

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