Govt has announced a relief of Rs 7,000-15,000 per acre for crop loss

28-year-old Sindhu attained martyrdom on Monday during an encounter with terrorists in J&K's Kulgam

Heavy machinery deployed to fortify weak stretches

Dhanana, 10 other villages pool in resources to collect essential items

A yellow weather warning has been issued for Una, Bilaspur, and Kangra districts for September 12, predicting thunderstorms and lightning in isolated areas

The highway between Mandi and Kullu was temporarily suspended earlier today due to damage to a flyover girder near Dwada in Mandi district

Prime Minister Modi surveyed flood-hit Himachal Pradesh. He met with survivors, including 14-month-old Nitika, who lost her family. Modi assured support for Nitika's education and pledged federal assistance to affected families and the state. Nitika is being raised by her aunt and is considered a 'child of the state'.

The Meteorological Department has also issued a yellow weather warning for the state from September 12 to 14

Protests erupted in Doda district after AAP MLA Mehraj Malik was detained under the PSA. Protests were met with tear gas and baton charges, along with internet slowdowns. A child died in a traffic jam caused by the protests. Other AAP protests occurred elsewhere in the region.

Says they were being forced to intensify the movement as the Centre has not addressed their demands

Terrorist Amin Baba had fled to Pakistan via the Wagah-Attari border in 2005

Malik, who is also the president of the J-K unit of AAP, was detained on Monday under the stringent law for allegedly disturbing public order in Doda district

"It is cardinal in law that justice must not only be done, but must also be seen to be done," says a Bench of Justices Pankaj Mithal and Punjab Varale

Khalid is the third accused after Sharjeel Imam and Gulfisha Fatima to approach the top court for bail

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Bomb detection, disposal teams conduct checks; nothing suspicious found

Stagnant floodwater poses health risks due to foul odors and unsanitary conditions. The Health Department advises avoiding contact with floodwater, practicing good hygiene, consuming safe water and food, and eliminating stagnant water to prevent disease. Families, especially children and the elderly, need extra care.

Floodwaters near the Ravi River have caused a surge in snakebites around Ajnala and Ramdas, resulting in 26 cases and three deaths since August 25. The government is providing free anti-snake venom at hospitals and relief camps. If bitten, seek immediate medical attention, immobilize the bite area, and call 104 or 108.

Gurdaspur experienced its worst floods since independence, surpassing 1988 levels. Extensive damage includes flattened crops and unsuitable farmland. Farmers demand compensation and loan waivers amid reports of debt-driven suicidal tendencies. Politicians offer limited support, while businesses and schools suffered significant losses.

The father-son duo, Gurbhej Singh and Gurdit Singh, along with Malkit Singh, were running a cartel in the Tarn Taran sector

With homes submerged and Government Primary School in Dhakka Basti underwater, the students are living under tarpaulin shelters

Police identify the suspect as Manke Yadav, a native of Uttar Pradesh currently living in the Subzi Mandi area, and describe him as an alcoholic

Villagers, Army and officials rush to plug the gap; no immediate threat to fields: DC

The violence stemmed from an old rivalry between two groups, said the police

Ex-employee, girlfriend among arrested; Rs 28.59L recovered

A PSPCL cash counter near Chand Cinema closed due to water damage to its server and poor infrastructure. Residents are directed to Fountain Chowk or Daresi Ground to pay bills. Consumers, especially those relying on in-person payments, face inconvenience. PSPCL aims to reopen the counter within two days.

City officials, including the Mayor, inspected sewermen attendance across all zones and 95 wards. They checked ID/Aadhaar cards and directed action against absentees. The goal is to improve efficiency and rationalize staffing, with surprise inspections planned.

Has stood strong for over 140 years, rarely overflowing even during heavy rains or floods due to its smart design, careful water management

Those attacked were former DSP Gurbachan Singh, and former inspectors Suba Singh and Inderjit Singh

The MLA said the projects will strengthen civic infrastructure and provide modern facilities to the people of Patiala

The DC said the district administration, drainage officials and the local community have been working round-the-clock to ensure that no breach occurs

Tarpaulins, ration and other essential supplies were included in the relief

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The British took a great liking to the Indian curry, carrying it back home and to other parts of the world

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