According to officials, this level is only slightly lower than the historic highs of 208.66 metres in 2023 and 207.49 metres in 1978. Forecasts suggest that the river may rise further to 207.48 metres by 8 AM on September 4. A slight decline is expected after that, but the situation remains precarious.
From groceries and fertilisers to footwear, textiles, and even renewable energy, a broad basket of goods and services is set to become more affordable. Items earlier taxed at 12 per cent and 28 per cent will now largely migrate to the other two slabs, making a wide range of products cheaper.
Cabinet ministers Harpal Singh Cheema and Lal Chand Kataruchak visited flood-affected villages of Bhoa constituency in Pathankot district and took stock of the flood situation.
To further strengthen innovation, Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the formation of the Deep Tech Alliance, with close to a $1 billion already committed.
The handshakes, hugs, and a rare display of camaraderie, moments where PM Modi physically drew the other two leaders together, stole the spotlight at the summit meeting of leaders.
The growth rate of the tertiary sector which includes services shot up to 9.3 per cent during the first quarter of 2025-26 compared to the corresponding figure of 6.8 per cent in Q1 of FY 2024-25.
