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/

The 4th Teeyan festival was celebrated with great enthusiasm by the Punjabi community in Bielefeld, Germany. Women and children dressed in traditional attire performed Giddha and Boliyan to showcase Punjab's rich culture. The event featured folk songs, Bhangra, Mehndi, and traditional food. Notably, an African woman also participated in the Giddha, embracing the Punjabi spirit. The event aimed to connect the younger generation with their roots and promote cultural unity abroad. https://sanjhisoch.com/%E0%A8%9A%E0%A9%8C%E0%A8%A5%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%A4%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%86%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%AC%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B2%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%AB%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B2%E0%A8%A1-%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%AE/

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

Activist Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike at Medanta Hospital, Gurugram, following assurances from Union Ministers JP Nadda and Jitendra Singh regarding educational reforms and protesters' legal cases. While PM Modi wished for his recovery, the CJP group announced it would continue its protest at Jantar Mantar until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns over the NEET paper leak issue. https://www.punjabitribuneonline.com/news/trending/sonam-wangchuk-ends-hunger-strike-after-government-assurance-cjps-protest-will-continue/

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/

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/

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

Private school associations NISA and RASA in Punjab have opposed the state government's decision to cap annual fee hikes at 5% and the order to refund excess fees collected over the last three years. School operators argue that inflation and rising operational costs make this limit impractical, potentially leading to financial instability and affecting staff salaries and student facilities. They are calling for a meeting with the government to reconsider the decision. https://punjabi.newsd5.in/%E0%A8%AA%E0%A9%8D%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%88%E0%A8%B5%E0%A9%87%E0%A8%9F-%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%95%E0%A9%82%E0%A8%B2%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%82-%E0%A8%A6%E0%A9%80-%E0%A8%AB%E0%A8%BC%E0%A9%80%E0%A8%B8-%E0%A8%B5/

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/

The Punjab Rural Development and Panchayat Department has ordered the opening of new ORS accounts for Zila Parishads, Panchayat Samitis, and Gram Panchayats across 23 districts. Specific banks have been designated for different divisions: Punjab State Cooperative Bank for Patiala, SBI for Jalandhar, and PNB for Ferozepur. While the government aims for better fund management, several Sarpanches have protested the move, citing difficulties in daily financial operations due to the long distances to these specific bank branches. https://www.rozanaspokesman.in/news/punjab/240726/funds-worth-crores-of-panchayats-will-remain-in-designated-banks-gove.html