Thousands treated in medical camps, door-to-door survey reaches 80,000 residents
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Rahul Gandhi, after visiting flood-affected villages in Amritsar, gifted a new bicycle to six-year-old Amritpal Singh, whose home was flooded. The gesture followed a promise made during Gandhi's visit, arranged via a video call. The event mirrored a similar act in Bihar.
Deputy Commissioner stresses on smooth procurement of paddy crop in mandis
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports launched the second 'Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue' (VBYLD-2026). It offers a platform for youth aged 15-29 to present ideas to Prime Minister Modi. VBYLD-2026 includes new tracks, international participation, and a finale in Delhi (Jan 10-12, 2026). Registration is open on mybharat.gov.in; first quiz until October 15, 2025.
A family in India is seeking international help to free their son, Sikandar Singh. He traveled to Russia seeking work but was imprisoned under alleged false pretenses. The family is in financial distress after mortgaging land to support his travel. They are appealing to international justice organizations for intervention.
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Floods in Kapurthala have shut down several schools for a month, severely disrupting students' education. Damaged infrastructure, displaced families, and lost income are major challenges. While online classes and worksheets are being used, students are unprepared for upcoming exams, which have been postponed in affected schools.
Four overdose deaths in Tarn Taran as floods spur cross-border activity
Disciplinary action taken following violation of maryada and disregard of established norms for honouring dignitaries during visits to the gurdwara
During his visit to Punjab on September 15, the Congress leader had found the boy weeping while standing on a bed in his house
Flooding in Ramdass and Ajnala is linked to illegal sand mining in the Ravi riverbed, allegedly protected by political figures. Officials, including a Union Minister, blame the mining for weakened embankments. Despite raids and warnings, illegal mining persists, according to farmers.
Ajnala district faces challenges plugging 23 breaches in Ravi River bundhs after floods, especially in the Ramdass area. Difficult terrain and marshy conditions hinder progress, with 11 breaches inaccessible. Despite using machinery, local villagers, and volunteers work tirelessly, demonstrating strong community spirit.
Dr Balwinder Singh, Coordinator, GJCEI, explains objectives behind organising this collaborative initiative
Corridor was closed by Union Government following Operation Sindoor
Rahul Gandhi had promised to replace his old and damaged bicycle | Boy was found weeping over a bed in his house
Nodal officers to ensure timely arrangement of machinery for farmers
Contraband was seized by various wings of police during their anti-drugs campaign
Accused had been actively involved in drug trafficking for a long time
Patwaris of the Revenue Department have begun their official duties in these villages.
Floodwaters turned this border settlement into a landscape of ruin but it abounds in hope and resilience
The announcement was officially made on Monday in Amritsar
The police said the Chabal police arrested Sukhwinder Singh Kalu, a resident of Pakka Qilha
Providing details, Municipal Commissioner Bikramjeet Singh Shergill said that the initiative is part of the Punjab Municipal Services Improvement Project being run by the government
District officials said that the memorandum of the Kafan Bol Pia has been forward to the office of the Civil Surgeon for compliance
The programme aims at strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region
Anita Sharma, manager of the Permanent One Step Centre, Tarn Taran, was the chief guest on the occasion
The Congress leader found Amritpal Singh weeping while standing on a bed in his house
Facing flak, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami has ordered a probe, which is likely to be completed by Tuesday evening
As per info, he had joined investigations earlier and has again been summoned for probe
Says Central Government stands with Punjab in this time of crisis
Say state govt and district administration have ignored interests of residents of several villages
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