Jalandhar

Dr. Devinder Sharma visited flood-hit Baupur Mand. Rajya Sabha member Seechewal emphasized the need to de-silt the Harike barrage and widen rivers to prevent future floods. Seechewal cited successful de-silting efforts elsewhere. Shahi Imam provided relief aid, and Dr. Sharma questioned the lack of compensation for flood victims.

137 students from two Baupur Jadid schools remain unable to attend classes due to floodwaters. The schools have been submerged since August 11, with significant damage to infrastructure and equipment. Classes are unlikely to resume for 15 days to a month, and many students have been displaced.

A 23-year-old woman, Tamanna Khullar, died after a truck ran over her scooter near the Maqsudan flyover. The incident occurred as she was commuting to work. The truck driver, Rimpu Daman, was arrested and a case was filed.

Nawanshahr DC reviews ongoing work at Burj Tahil Das embankment

Encourages children to continue their studies

A car accident near Kurala village at approximately 4:15 pm resulted in one fatality and one injury. The vehicle, en route to Tanda, experienced a tire burst, leading to a crash. Satwinder Singh Gopi died at the scene; Ashwani Kumar received minor injuries. Road Safety Force and local police responded.

BJP leader Grewal thanked PM Modi for visiting flood-hit Punjab. He emphasized the devastation, requested a relief package, and highlighted the state's role as India's 'food bowl.' He hopes Modi's visit brings relief and economic aid.

Flooding from the Beas River destroyed homes in Mand Baupur village, devastating local farmers. Sonu Sood and Malvika Sood visited the affected area and pledged full support through the Sood Foundation, promising to rebuild homes and offer aid to displaced families.

Following floods, Hoshiarpur schools reopen September 8th with mandatory safety inspections ordered by DEO Lalita Arora. Schools must check for structural damage, water hazards, and safe transport. Clean water availability is crucial. Negligence in student safety will face strict action.

Test soil stability before laying pipeline | Promote public awareness to curb littering

Punjab's Government Teachers Union raised Rs 31.20 lakh for flood victims, distributing aid and forming district-level committees. Chandigarh Transport Union and AAP representatives distributed rations. The Phagwara administration is providing ration kits, fodder, and veterinary care to affected residents.

Residents start leaving houses

Through his MPLAD fund, Harbhajan has sanctioned 8 steamer boats for relief operations and added 3 more from his own resources, a source close to him says

The SAD president also advocated for complete farm loan waiver for farmers and 'khet mazdoor'

This is the first formal declaration from a political leader to adopt villages in Doaba

Rajya Sabha Member Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal provided a boat to evacuate people and transport their belongings

Punjab officials distributed financial aid to Jalandhar families affected by recent heavy rains. The government allocated Rs 5 crore to the district. A collapsed house received Rs 1.20 lakh. Over 573 houses were assessed, with over Rs 1 crore in aid pending disbursement. Losses can be reported via WhatsApp.

In Kapurthala, a family was attacked with tractors and weapons following a dispute over water diversion. Jasvir Singh's car was rammed, and they were assaulted by a group, including Balwinder Singh and Daljit Singh. The police registered a case with nine named and unidentified accused, but no arrests have been made.

The Disabled Persons Welfare Society hosted a seminar on Teachers' Day at Model Town Club. The event focused on teachers' roles in inclusive education for differently-abled children. Speakers emphasized equal rights, respect, and educational equality. Presentations on Vastu, numerology, and a quote from the Ramayana were also included.

RCFEU held a hunger strike in Kapurthala, supporting the IREF's demand for OPS restoration and NPS/UPS scrapping. Employees also protested for filling 1,700 vacant factory posts and timely material supply. The union plans a large Delhi rally on November 25, 2025.

Relief efforts in Punjab delivered essential supplies to flood-affected families. Jarnail Nangal and his team provided livestock feed to stranded animals in Barampur village after homes were submerged. Relief operations continue throughout the Phagwara area.

A fire destroyed documents and cupboards in the Rail Coach Factory's record room late Friday. Firefighters controlled the blaze in an hour. Stock records are safe due to digital storage. Preliminary investigations suggest a short-circuit caused the fire; a probe is underway.

District Legal Services Authorities in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar and Jalandhar are providing flood relief. Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar's DLSA distributed supplies like tarpaulins and water. Jalandhar's DLSA dispatched relief vans with essential items to affected villages, including ration kits and sanitary pads.

Eight LPU students represented India in Russia's Summer University Programmes. They received fully funded scholarships to attend Ural Federal and Kazan Federal Universities, engaging in academic learning, cross-cultural activities, and excursions. An LPU team won the Summer School Hackathon.

Youth survivors from the Manimahesh disaster are urging government assistance to rescue stranded pilgrims. They reported deaths, missing persons, and lack of access to aid due to cloudbursts and landslides. Former MP Avinash Rai Khanna is coordinating support and relief efforts.