Heavy rainfall in the hills has led to a flood-like situation in the Sujanpur area of Pathankot, Punjab, as rising water levels in the Ravi River forced dam authorities to release excess water on Wednesday.

The discharge came after the river crossed the danger mark, inundating large parts of the region and severely impacting daily life.

In Sujanpur, the UGDC canal overflowed due to the sudden surge, pushing floodwaters onto roads and highways. Affected areas, including stretches of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in neighbouring state J&K, now resemble flowing rivers, bringing traffic to a standstill and isolating several localities.

A local resident shared, “A lot of water has accumulated here. The administration is working, but the public is facing severe difficulties in commuting as the water level is very high...”

Desh Bhagat University celebrated the vibrant festival of Teej as part of Day four of the Deeksharambh Student Induction Programme. The event was organized to acquaint freshers with the rich cultural heritage of Punjab while creating an atmosphere of joy, bonding, and festive spirit on campus. The celebration commenced with traditional songs, dance performances, and folk activities reflecting the true essence of Punjabi culture. Students enthusiastically participated in Gidha, Bhangra, Mehndi art, and traditional swings, which added charm and colour to the occasion. 

The Department of Commerce and Management at Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib organized a guest lecture on “Anti-Ragging Awareness” for its postgraduate students. The session was conducted by Prof. (Dr.) Narinder Kaur Multani, Former Dean Academics, Punjabi University, Patiala, who shared her valuable insights and experiences on the significance of fostering mutual respect and maintaining a ragging-free campus. Her engaging address inspired students to uphold values of empathy, kindness, and responsibility towards their peers. 

With the flood situation worsening in Punjab along the swollen Beas, Sutlej and Ravi rivers after the controlled release of water from crucial dams and the incessant monsoon rains, the district administration on Tuesday closed all schools in seven districts.

These districts were Amritsar, Fazilka, Pathankot, Bathinda, Jalandhar, Kapurthala and Hoshiarpur.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted more rainfall in the coming days, keeping officials on high alert as rivers and rivulets remain in spate across the state.

Cabinet Minister Baljit Kaur and Fazilka legislator Narinder Pal Singh Sawna on Monday visited flood-affected villages Teja Ruhela and Chakk Ruhela, where they distributed relief material, including cattle feed, to support the affected families.

Desh Bhagat Global School (DBGS) celebrated its Investiture Ceremony with grandeur and pride, marking the induction of the new Student Council (Senior and Junior) for the academic session 2025-26. The event was a momentous occasion, symbolizing the spirit of responsibility, leadership, and service among students.

In a major breakthrough, Punjab Police have foiled a terror module with the recovery of four hand-grenades, one RDX-based two kg IED, besides communication equipment from a village in Batala, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said on Monday.

He said preliminary investigation revealed that the consignment was placed on the directions of UK-based Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terrorist Nishan Singh, alias Nishan Jodia, acting under the instructions of Pakistan-based terrorist Harvinder Singh Rinda, backed by the ISI.

One accused has been arrested, while another is absconding, and efforts are underway to apprehend him, said the DGP.

University College, Chunni Kalan observed Anti-Ragging Week from 12th to 18th August. During the week, various activities were organized to create awareness among newly admitted students about ragging and its harmful effects. In the presence of SDM Bassi Pathana, Harveer Kaur, a special lecture on anti-ragging was conducted at the college. A poster-making competition on the theme of anti-ragging was also held, and the winners were awarded.

Accusing the BJP of shifting from “vote theft” to “ration theft”, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday criticised the party for their anti-people stance aimed at depriving 55 lakh state residents of free food grains under the Public Distribution System (PDS).