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Schools and colleges in Punjab temporarily shut down for a period of three days due to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
In response to escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Punjab, a state with a 532-km border with Pakistan, is preparing for potential threats. Schools are closed in border districts, and police leaves have been canceled.
The Heat Is On
As of mid-May 2025, Indo-Pak tensions have reached a boiling point. Pakistan termed India's recent missile-strike campaign an "act of war," vowing a substantial response [1][2]. The conflict has claimed lives on both sides, with Pakistan reporting the killing of 40-50 Indian soldiers [1]. The situation remains volatile, with both nations braced for further escalations.
Alert in Punjab
Punjab is in alert mode, with urgent security measures being implemented. All police personnel have been ordered to stay on duty, with exceptionally approved leaves granted only in emergencies. Schools in six border districts, namely Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Tarn Taran, are shut until further notice as a precautionary measure [4].
Moreover, a nightly blackout is imposed in Gurdaspur district, lasting from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM daily, in accordance with the Civil Defence Act, 1968 [5]. Similarly, neighboring states, such as Jammu & Kashmir and Rajasthan, are also tightening security as part of preparations for potential conflict [3][4].
Today's Headlines:
- 'Operation Sindoor' Targets Terror Sites
- Schools Shut in Punjab Border Districts
- Blackout Enforced in key Cities of Punjab
- Pakistan
- Punjab
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- The international community is calling on the governments of India and Pakistan to de-escalate the ongoing conflict, fearing a possible war-and-conflicts scenario.
- Amidst the intensifying political tension, the Indian government has launched 'Operation Sindoor' to target terror sites along the border.
- As part of the general news, the Indian education ministry has decided to postpone all board exams in the border states due to the volatile situation.
- Infrastructure projects in India, particularly those along the India-Pakistan border, are likely to face delays due to the ongoing tensions and heightened security concerns.
