BHAGWANT MANN FLOOD MANAGEMENT
"This is a 'Mann-made' disaster": BJP's Tarun Chugh slams Punjab government over floods
BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh criticized Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann, blaming his government's alleged illegal mining practices for exacerbating the state's flood crisis. Chugh claimed the AAP government failed to properly assess the damage, while the central government has provided substantial disaster management funds. Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit flood-affected Gurdaspur to review relief efforts.
AAP leader Manish Sisodia says Punjab govt to allow farmers to clear sand from flood-hit fields
Following devastating floods in Punjab, the AAP government plans to allow farmers to remove sand deposits from their inundated fields to facilitate the sowing of the Rabi crop. This decision aims to address farmers' concerns about sand accumulation hindering future cultivation. While 40 villages are affected and relief operations are underway, the policy announcement awaits Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's return.
Punjab floods: 2 more deaths take toll to 48; schools, colleges to reopen from September 8
Punjab is reeling from severe floods that have claimed 48 lives. Crops across 1.76 lakh hectares are damaged. Schools and colleges will reopen on September 8. Farmers can extract sand from their fields. Relief operations are underway by various agencies.
Punjab: Police apprehend Gangster Goldy Brar's associate with five pistols, ten live cartridges
Punjab Police made a significant arrest. The Anti-Gangster Task Force apprehended an associate of Goldy Brar. The arrest occurred in line with efforts to ensure a safe Punjab. Police recovered five pistols and ammunition. The accused, Baljinder Singh, has a criminal record. Investigations suggest he supplied weapons to disrupt state peace. Authorities are investigating the network further.
Punjab govt to allow flood-hit farmers to mine sand from their fields: Manish Sisodia
Manish Sisodia announced that Punjab farmers will be permitted to extract and sell sand deposited in their fields by recent floods, addressing concerns about the upcoming Rabi crop. He urged Prime Minister Modi to release the "pending" Rs 60,000 crore to aid flood relief efforts during his visit to Punjab.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann progressing well: Fortis Hospital
Bhagwant Mann, Punjab's Chief Minister, is recovering well at Fortis Hospital Mohali. He was admitted on Friday due to exhaustion and a low heart rate. Hospital authorities report his vitals are now normal. A cabinet meeting he was to chair was postponed. Arvind Kejriwal visited Mann to check on his health.
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Punjab schools, colleges to reopen from September 9 after flood closure: Education Minister
Punjab's Education Minister Harjot Bains announced that all schools, colleges, and universities across the state will reopen for students on September 9, following closures due to severe floods. Government schools will remain closed on September 8 for cleanliness drives and building inspections by teachers, who must report any issues to authorities.
Himachal: Monsoon death toll stands at 366, state faces widespread destruction
Himachal Pradesh is facing significant disruptions due to the relentless monsoon, with 866 roads blocked, including three National Highways, as of September 7, 2025. Kullu, Mandi, and Shimla are the worst-hit districts. Power supply is severely affected, with 1,572 Distribution Transformers out of order, and 389 water supply schemes are disrupted, mainly in Shimla, Mandi, and Kullu.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann showing improvement, under observation: Fortis Hospital
Bhagwant Mann, Punjab's Chief Minister, is recovering at Fortis Hospital Mohali. He was admitted after complaining of exhaustion and a low heart rate. Hospital officials report his vital signs are stable. Several AAP leaders, including Manish Sisodia, visited him. Sisodia mentioned Mann had an electrolyte imbalance. The cabinet meeting was postponed due to Mann's illness.
Bhagwant Mann health scare: Punjab CM hospitalised after exhaustion, low heart rate
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Health Update: The Chief Minister of Punjab, was admitted to Fortis Hospital in Mohali. He complained of exhaustion and a low heart rate. Doctors assessed his vitals and stabilized his condition. He is currently under observation. A cabinet meeting was postponed due to his health. Arvind Kejriwal visited Mann earlier.
Punjab Cabinet meeting deferred after CM Bhagwant Mann falls ill; Arvind Kejriwal visits flood-hit areas
The Punjab Cabinet meeting got postponed because Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann fell ill. He is recovering from viral fever and digestion problems. The meeting was to address flood relief efforts. Arvind Kejriwal visited Mann to check on his health. Kejriwal assessed flood damage in Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala. Punjab is facing severe floods, with rising death toll and agricultural damage.
30 lives lost due to floods in Punjab; Governor, CM Bhagwant Mann visit affected areas
Punjab is facing severe floods, impacting all districts. Over 3.5 lakh people are affected, and 30 lives have been lost. Relief efforts are underway with financial aid from Haryana. Punjab government seeks increased central assistance. The Governor and Chief Minister are visiting affected areas. The state is grappling with the aftermath of heavy rains and overflowing rivers.
Delhi on flood alert: Will the national capital see a return of 2023 havoc?
Delhi braces for potential Yamuna flooding as river levels rise, prompting evacuations and raising concerns about preparedness. While officials claim better readiness compared to the 2023 floods, experts highlight ongoing issues like floodplain encroachments and lack of data transparency. The city faces challenges due to increased rainfall intensity and land-use changes, necessitating enhanced flood risk management strategies.
Punjab AAP MLA escapes police out to arrest him on rape charges; gunshots fired
AAP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra allegedly escaped arrest in a rape case, with gunshots fired and a policeman injured during the escape. Pathanmajra, already booked on charges of rape, cheating, and criminal intimidation, has been critical of his own party's government over flood management and alleged interference from Delhi-based AAP leadership.
Union home minister Amit Shah reviews rain-ravaged Jammu region
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assessed flood damage in Jammu and Kashmir. He chaired meetings to discuss relief efforts and security. Shah directed officials to prioritize healthcare needs post-floods. He emphasized zero tolerance for terrorism and praised security forces' rescue work. The central government pledged full support for disaster management.
PM Modi rings up Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann; assures full support from Centre after floods
Following his arrival in New Delhi, Prime Minister Modi contacted Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to address the severe flooding caused by heavy rains in Punjab. Modi assured Mann of the Central government's complete support in managing the crisis.
Punjab weather: IMD issues red alert for heavy rainfall in several districts
The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in several parts of Punjab, including Gurdaspur and Patiala. An orange alert has been sounded in nearby areas. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has requested Rs 60,000 crore from the Prime Minister for flood relief, citing severe impact on villages and farms.
School holiday September 1: Educational institutes in these states to remain closed on Monday amid heavy rains, Onam
Heavy rainfall continues to lash several states across India. The IMD has issued weather alerts for many states. Schools will remain closed in Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir, and Punjab on Septemeber 1. Meanwhile, schools in Kerala will remain closed for Onam until September 7.
Threat of glacial lake outburst floods looms large over Kishtwar: Report
Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir faces a significant threat. A risk assessment warns of potential glacial lake outburst floods. Padder, Machail, Dachhan, Marwah, and Warwan tehsils are most vulnerable. The Kishtwar High Altitude National Park is also at risk. A past cloudburst in Chishoti village caused devastation. The GLOF Management Plan for Kishtwar 2024-25 aims to mitigate these dangers.
NDMA, J&K SDMA launch survey to study causes of cloudbursts, flash floods in Himalayas
NDMA and J&K SDMA have started a survey. The survey aims to understand cloudbursts and flash floods in Jammu & Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh. ISRO is using satellite mapping. The goal is to find the source of water and reasons for the disasters. Experts suggest building disaster-resilient infrastructure. They also emphasize awareness among local people.
PM Modi pitches for swadeshi goods this festive season
Narendra Modi urged citizens to prioritize Indian-made goods for the upcoming festivals. He emphasized using Swadeshi products for gifts, attire, and decorations. Modi reiterated the importance of 'Vocal for Local' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. He also addressed the integration of Hyderabad and expressed concern over natural disasters in hilly regions. The festive season, starting with Raksha Bandhan, will continue until Diwali.
Punjab schools to remain closed till September 3 due to floods
Due to the severe flood situation in Punjab, the government has extended the closure of all schools until September 3, 2025. This decision, directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, aims to prioritize the safety of students and staff amidst the ongoing flooding caused by swollen rivers and heavy rainfall in the region.
Punjab floods: CM writes to PM Modi, seeks release of Rs 60,000 crore
Punjab faces severe floods affecting thousands of villages. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release Rs 60,000 crore of the state's funds. Mann seeks revised SDRF norms for higher compensation to farmers. He highlights significant crop and livestock losses. The state government wants to pay Rs 50,000 per acre to affected farmers.
Punjab: IAF rescues 46, air-drops 750 kg relief in flood-hit areas; drones deliver food in 9 districts
Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in nine Punjab districts, prompting extensive rescue and relief efforts. SSPs are coordinating operations, evacuating people to shelters, while the IAF is using helicopters to rescue stranded citizens and deliver supplies. The Punjab government has deployed its entire cabinet to the affected areas to oversee rescue operations, ensuring immediate assistance to those displaced.
Punjab floods: NDRF rescues youths on India-Pakistan border, 400 students saved in Gurdaspur
A dramatic rescue unfolded near the India-Pakistan border in Fazilka. Four youngsters were saved from floodwaters. They clung to a tree to avoid drifting into Pakistan. Separately, in Gurdaspur, hundreds were evacuated from a flooded school. Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding in Punjab's border districts. The state government had ordered schools closed.
Watch: Indian Army’s ATOR N1200 amphibious vehicle rescues villagers from deep floodwater in Punjab
The Indian Army has deployed the ATOR N1200 amphibious vehicle in Punjab to rescue individuals stranded by severe flooding. This follows excessive rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, leading to overflowing rivers and submerged areas. Rescue operations are underway, including the evacuation of students and staff from a flooded school, with schools remaining closed until August 30.
Punjab: All schools across the state to remain shut from August 27-30 amid heavy rainfall
Punjab schools will be closed from August 27-30 due to heavy rain forecasts and flooding. The Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi rivers are overflowing, impacting villages and farmland. Surplus water released from dams is worsening the situation, prompting the government to assess damages to crops and infrastructure, with more rain expected.
TN CM Stalin inaugurates expansion of breakfast scheme to govt aided schools in urban regions
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin launched the expansion of the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme in Chennai. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann attended as chief guest. The scheme now benefits 3.06 lakh more children in 2,429 schools. A total of 20.59 lakh children across the state will now receive breakfast. Food is prepared in a centralised kitchen and transported to schools.
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