BJP Punjab President Sunil Jakhar has arrived in Abohar for the high-stakes Mayoral elections. The political atmosphere is charged as local councillors gather for the voting process. Adequate security measures have been implemented by the administration to ensure a smooth election. Being Jakhar's home turf, this election is seen as a significant test for the BJP's local influence. https://punjab.news18.com/videos/abohar-news-today-punjabi-news-news18-punjab-988896.html

Heavy rainfall in the Dorangla border area of Punjab has raised flood concerns as water levels in Ravi and Ujj rivers rise. Border villages like Adiyan and Salach are facing connectivity issues as water has entered roads and BSF post routes. Residents expressed anger over the lack of drainage cleaning, while the administration has assured that all arrangements are in place to handle any emergency. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/punjab/punjab-flood-alert-warning-bells-sounded-in-border-villages-continuous-rains-increase-peoples-concerns/

In a remarkable medical miracle from Eastern China, a 40-year-old man survived after his heart stopped beating for over 40 hours. Doctors at Zhejiang University used an ECMO machine to sustain his life when standard resuscitation failed. After nearly two days of being mechanically supported without a natural heartbeat, his heart spontaneously started beating again. Diagnosed with Acute Myocarditis, the patient fully recovered and walked out of the hospital after three weeks of treatment. https://punjabi.abplive.com/lifestyle/health/medical-miracle-man-heart-restarts-after-40-hours-of-cardiac-arrest-876326

The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Punjab and Chandigarh, predicting heavy rainfall between July 27 and 29. Amritsar has broken a 15-year rainfall record with 410.2 mm recorded so far in July. Meanwhile, residents near the Jalandhar-Ludhiana highway protested poor road conditions by planting paddy in waterlogged potholes. Temperature variations were noted across the state, with Bathinda being the warmest. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/240726/punjab-weather-update.html

During his visit to the UK, Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldip Singh Garhgaj, urged the Sikh diaspora to maintain their religious identity while respecting the laws of their host countries. Speaking at the 27th Bala Pritam Gurmat Samagam in London, he emphasized Guru Nanak's inclusive philosophy and clarified that Sikh symbols like weapons are for protection, not aggression. He called for transparency in donations sent to Punjab and urged parents to connect the youth with Sikh history. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%AF%E0%A9%82%E0%A8%95%E0%A9%87-%E0%A8%A6%E0%A9%8C%E0%A8%B0%E0%A9%87-%E0%A8%A6%E0%A9%8C%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%A8-%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%A5%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%A6%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B0-%E0%A8%97%E0%A8%BF/

On the occasion of Miri Piri Diwas, a Khalsa March was initiated from Sri Akal Takht Sahib, led by acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh. The march will conclude on August 3 at Takht Sri Damdama Sahib. The Jathedar emphasized unity among the Sikh community against internal and external threats and urged them to stay connected to Gurbani. Prominent leaders like Sukhbir Singh Badal and Harjinder Singh Dhami participated in the event, which featured traditional displays by Nihang Singhs and gatka groups. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/amritsar/khalsa-march-begins-on-the-occasion-of-miri-piri-diwas-jathedar-sends-message-of-unity-against-external-and-internal-attacks/

The Sri Lankan Navy arrested nine Indian fishermen and seized one boat for allegedly poaching in Sri Lankan waters north of Talaimannar. The fishermen had crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). They were handed over to the Fisheries Inspector in Mannar for legal action. This incident adds to the ongoing tension between India and Sri Lanka over fishing rights in the Palk Strait, with a total of 128 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lanka so far this year as of April 15. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/world/230726/sri-lankan-navy-arrests-nine-indian-fishermen.html

Water inflow in Bhakra, Pong, and Pandoh dams has significantly decreased due to a weak monsoon and less snowmelt in the Himalayan region. Bhakra Dam's water level is currently 1,587.12 feet, which is 17 feet lower than last year. The reservoir is only 35% full compared to 44% last year, with Tuesday's inflow recorded at 36,866 cusecs against 77,741 cusecs on the same day last year. This decline poses a potential challenge for the lifeline states of Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/nation/water-inflow-in-bhakra-pong-and-pandoh-dams-reduced/

A loyal pet dog named Rocky helped Mohali police solve a 2021 murder case. The dog repeatedly alerted family members to a specific spot in a field where the body of his owner, Sucha Singh, was buried. This crucial lead helped recover the body and eventually led to the life imprisonment of the accused, Jagir Singh, who murdered Sucha Singh over a debt of 40,000 rupees. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/chandigarh/punjab-news-owners-killer-gets-life-sentence-for-helping-pet-dog/