<p>The India Meteorological Department (IMD) of the Chandigarh unit has been predicting rainfall in Punjab for the past many days. IMD had predicted that Punjab would be hit by monsoon 8 days early, i.e., between June 22 and June 23. It had also predicted that multiple districts of Punjab would witness heavy rainfall as the <a title="monsoon" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/monsoon-set-hit-punjab-soon-imd-issues-yellow-alert-storms-rainfall-predicted-across-state" target="_blank" rel="noopener">monsoon</a> would intensify on June 23, 2025. Now, the date has already passed, and Punjab has witnessed only isolated rainfall in a few districts of the state. In fact, many weather apps and AccuWeather have predicted rainfall in Punjab, but the state is still waiting for heavy showers.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Now, the question arises why Punjab is not receiving rainfall despite repeated IMD predictions? Below is what we know so far-&nbsp;</p>
<p>Despite repeated IMD's alerts, monsoon activity has slowed down not only in Punjab but also in Himachal Pradesh. As per reports, Punjab typically receives monsoon rain from the southwest monsoon winds. If these currents are weak or delayed, due to changes in the Arabian Sea or Bay of Bengal systems, expected rainfall may not materialize.</p>
<p>As per the weather department,&nbsp; monsoon entered Punjab 48 hours ago, and since then, it has been stuck in Pathankot. There is little chance of its movement even on Tuesday. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert regarding rain in 5 districts of Punjab today. All five districts are adjacent to Himachal Pradesh.</p>
<p>Earlier on Monday, 0.4 mm of rain was recorded in Ludhiana and 0.5 mm in Ropar, Punjab. While no rain was reported in the rest of Punjab. Due to this, an increase of 1.8 degrees Celsius has been recorded in the average maximum temperature in the state. However, the temperature still remains close to normal. The highest temperature recorded in the state today was 42.5 &deg; C, which was recorded in Bathinda.</p>
<p>Talking about Himachal Pradesh, reports suggest that&nbsp;the monsoon entered parts of Shimla, Sirmaur, Kangra, and Kinnaur districts on June 20 and has now reached nearly 90 percent of the state. However, due to its slowed pace, the monsoon is expected to advance into areas like Baddi in Solan, the Punjab-bordering regions of Una, and Paonta Sahib by this evening.</p>
<h2>Punjab Rainfall Prediction</h2>
<p>IMD has once again issued Punjab Rainfall Prediction and has put multiple districts on thunderstorm alert. Continue reading below to know about Punjab Thunderstorm Prediction-&nbsp;</p>
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<li>June 24- Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Rupnagar, and Mohali</li>
<li>June 25- Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Nawanshahr, Ludhiana, Rupnagar, Mohali, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Patiala</li>
<li>June 26- All districts of Punjab are on rainfall alert</li>
<li>June 27- Rupnagar, Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, Sangrur, Ludhiana, Barnala, Mansa, Bathinda, Moga, Faridkot, Muktasar, Ferozepur, and Fazilka</li>
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Despite repeated IMD's alerts, monsoon activity has slowed down not only in Punjab but also in Himachal Pradesh.

Punjab Weather: Why are multiple districts of the state not receiving rainfall despite IMD's repeated prediction?

<p>Vande Bharat Sleeper and Vande Bharat Patna to New Delhi train; well, this is among the most sought-after train services that passengers query about. It has been witnessed that Patna to Delhi trains often remain fully booked, be it pocket-friendly Garib Rath or be it Rajdhani Express or Duranto, lakhs of passengers commute between Bihar and the national capital daily. Keeping this in mind, Indian Railways last year ran the Vande Bharat Train on this route. However, it was soon discontinued due to the distance between Patna and Delhi. Later, it was reported that the Indian Railways is planning its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train and that too on the Delhi-Patna route. Continue reading below to know about the <a title="Vande Bharat" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/vande-bharat-magic-jammu-kashmir-fully-booked-till-july-airfares-drop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vande Bharat</a> Sleeper Patna-Delhi Update-&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Vande Bharat Train Patna-Delhi Update&nbsp;</h2>
<p>As per reports, the Vande Bharat Sleeper Patna to Delhi&nbsp;train will cover the distance from Patna to Delhi in just nine hours. At present, its preparation is being done rapidly by the Railway Board.&nbsp;Track repair and upgradation work is also being done on the Patna-Delhi rail section under this, so that the speed and safety of the train can be ensured. MP Ravi Shankar Prasad gave this information at the inauguration ceremony of the Patna-Gorakhpur Vande Bharat Express from Patliputra Junction on Friday.</p>
<p>Ravi Shankar Prasad said that this train will not only connect Patna and Delhi, but will also give impetus to the economic and social development of Bihar. He said that work is going on on a development plan of Rs 80 thousand crore by the Central Government for Bihar. Work is progressing rapidly on projects like new bridges on the Ganga river, new roads, and the establishment of a central university.</p>
<h2>Vande Bharat Express Patna-Delhi</h2>
<p>The Vande Bharat sleeper train will take up to 9 hours to reach Delhi from Patna. Its expected route will be Patna Junction &rarr; Mughalsarai (DDU) &rarr; Prayagraj &rarr; Kanpur &rarr; Ghaziabad &rarr; New Delhi.</p>
<p>Talking about Vande Bharat Sleeper Fare, it will be comparable to Rajdhani Express, with sleeper class estimated between Rs 1,500 and Rs 1,500&ndash;Rs 1,800.</p>
<p>Vande Bharat Sleeper train is expected to be fully operational by 2025 end.&nbsp;</p>

It has been witnessed that Patna to Delhi trains often remain fully booked, be it pocket-friendly Garib Rath or be it Rajdhani Express or Duranto, lakhs of passengers commute between Bihar and the national capital daily

Vande Bharat Sleeper Patna-Delhi update: Start date, route, timing & everything you need to know

<p>The much-awaited web series of the year, Panchayat Season 4, was released on <a title="Amazon Prime Video" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/ott-releases-week-panchayat-raid-other-top-movies-series-releasing-online" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon Prime Video</a> on June 24, 2025. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and written by Chandan Kumar, Panchayat is a light-hearted drama centered in the fictional village of Phulera. Panchayat Season 3 ended with Sachiv Ji, MLA, Banrakas, Chandan, and Prahlad sitting in the Police station after a brawl took place outside the hospital. The brawl took place after Bhushan aka Banrakas, expressed his suspicion that Pradhan Ji might have plotted to fire on himself by hiring contract killers to gain sympathy votes in village elections for his wife Manju Devi.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Since you have landed on this page, True Scoop assumes that you have started watching Panchayat Season 4 on Amazon Prime Video, and are wondering whether Pradhan Ji took back the FIR against Banrakas and MLA Chandrakishore or not. Below is all you need to know-&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Panchayat 4 Episode 1</h2>
<p>Panchayat Season 4 starts with Sachiv Ji anxious about his 'CAT' future as Bhushan aka Banrakas has filed an FIR against him under section 123. If proven, Sachiv Ji can face up to 1 year in prison. In the last season, it was Sachiv Ji who slapped Banrakas after he expressed his suspicion that Pradhan Ji might have plotted his own murder.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Fearing for his IIM career, Sachiv Ji goes to Banrakas' house and apologizes to him and requests him to take back the FIR. However, Banrakas puts a condition that Pradhan Ji take back the FIR that he has filed under section 302 against him. For Sachiv Ji, Pradhan Ji accepts it. However, in the Police station, Banrakas changes the condition that Pradhan ji will have to withdraw MLA's name as well, along with his. Pradhann Ji still accepts it. But, then again, MLA tells Banrakas to add one more condition, i.e., to give back Sitara, the horse that was bought by Deputy Pradhan in Panchayat Season 2.&nbsp;</p>
<p>After this, Sachiv Ji, along with others, refuses to take back the FIR and decides to see everything legally.</p>
<p>Panchayat Season 4 Review</p>
<p>Coming back to Panchayat Season 4 Review, a user on X wrote, "Just finished watching #PanchayatSeason4. Phulera politics has fully taken over the vibe. Lauki vs pressure cooker, samose diplomacy, and full desi-style election tamasha.&nbsp;The charm of old seasons is there... but only in flashes. Kabhi hasi aayi, kabhi laga yeh thoda zyada kheench diya hai. Still, the cast holds it together beautifully.&nbsp; Still, worth a watch on @PrimeVideoIN if you&rsquo;re loyal to the world of Panchayat&hellip; bas expectations ko thoda election result jaise rakho 50/50."</p>
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<p>One more user wrote, "Panchayat Season 4 lost its comic charm &amp; leaned too much into politics. While emotional moments were decent, the signature humor was missing.&nbsp;A few standout scenes, but overall it felt dragged and lacked spark. Had potential, but underwhelming."</p>
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<p>"#PanchayatS4 - Started off really well then got dragged into politics and drama.&nbsp;Old warmth of Panchayat is not there. &nbsp;Sure there were many glimpes of old magic but overall not worth the wait. Still better than most of ott shows out there," added another user.&nbsp;</p>
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Panchayat Season 4 starts with Sachiv Ji anxious about his 'CAT' future as Bhushan aka Banrakas has filed an FIR against him under section 123.

Panchayat Season 4 Ep 1: Did 'Pradhan Pati' take back the FIR filed against MLA & Banrakas?

<p>Social media has been on a buzz for the past few days ever since it has been reported that the Reserve Bank of India has given a deadline of September 30, 2025 to the banks and has asked them to ensure that 75 percent of all ATMs must dispense Rs 100 and Rs 200 notes from at least one cassette by then. Following the RBI's direction, multiple users on YouTube started writing posts and making videos that the RBI has planned to phase out Rs 500 currency notes, just like it did with <a title="Rs 2000 currency notes" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/rbi-brings-huge-update-inr-000-notes-here-what" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rs 2000 currency notes</a>.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In fact, a Chartered Accountant (CA) also claimed via X (formerly Twitter) that the RBI has instructed all banks to stop dispensing Rs 500 banknotes from ATMs by September 30. The goal is to reduce the circulation of Rs 500 banknotes from all bank ATMs by 75% initially, and then by 90% by March 31, 2026. Not only this, but Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu also urged the Centre to withdraw Rs 500 currency notes in a bid to clamp down on corruption.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>Truth behind RBI withdrawing Rs 500 notes from September 2025</h2>
<p>Centre's Press Information Bureau's Fact Check unit debunked the viral claim, stating that the RBI is not withdrawing Rs 500 currency notes. PIB shared a video on X and wrote, "Is the ₹500 note set to be phased out by 2026? A #YouTube video on the YT Channel 'CAPITAL TV' (capitaltvind) falsely claims that the RBI will discontinue the circulation of ₹500 notes by March 2026.&nbsp;#PIBFactCheck&nbsp;@RBI has made NO such announcement.&nbsp;₹500 notes have NOT been discontinued and remain legal tender. Don&rsquo;t fall for such misinformation. Always verify news from official sources before believing or sharing it!."</p>

A Chartered Accountant (CA) also claimed via X (formerly Twitter) that the RBI has instructed all banks to stop dispensing Rs 500 banknotes from ATMs by September 30

Fact Check: Viral claim of RBI discontinuing Rs 500 currency notes from Sept debunked, Know the truth

<p>With the start of <a title="WWDC 2025" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/apple-boosts-iphone-experience-ios-unveils-watchos-ipados" target="_blank" rel="noopener">WWDC 2025</a>, people around the world are now officially waiting for Apple's upcoming flagship phone iPhone 17 series. Apple, during WWDC 2025, made multiple key and lucrative announcements. From new updates for Apple Intelligence, a set of capabilities for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe that will work on devices and in the cloud to Siri, ChatGPT, and auto-summarisation in Mail and Safari are all examples of how Apple is determined to pace its AI game and bring in some meaningful updates to its ecosystem. Keeping a plethora of announcements aside, phone lovers are now querying about the iPhone 17 launch date and, iPhone 17 price. Continue reading to know all about iPhone 17-&nbsp;</p>
<h2>iPhone 17 launch date</h2>
<p>Apple generally launches its flagship phone every year in the month of September 2025. As per reports, Apple is expected to follow the trend. Reports further suggest that the iPhone 17 series could be announced between September 11 and 13.</p>
<p>Reports have claimed that this time the company will provide fast wireless charging, which will charge the battery in less time.&nbsp;Apple can update the MagSafe charger, with the help of which users will get fast charging feature. This can be a 50W fast charger, this charging capacity is about three times the current MagSafe charging capacity.</p>
<p>The power banks coming under MagSafe charging technology stick to the back panel of the handset, in which magnetic field is used. Once the power banks are connected to the headset, the phone starts charging. Charging takes some time now, but the time taken during 50W wireless charging can be reduced.</p>
<p>Reports further suggest that iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to bring a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR, display with Ambient light sensor and Proximity sensor. It is likely to come with triple camera set up- 48MP main camera, 12MP Telephoto camera and 48MP Ultrawide camera. On the front, you get a 12MP camera. The phone will support wireless charging.</p>
<p>Apple hasn't officially announced the iPhone 17 Pro Max yet, but their WWDC hints make it pretty clear that this phone will cost a lot. The new AI updates, making 3nm chips probably for A19 Pro, are said to be more expensive. Ongoing rumours hint at a starting price of Rs 79,900 for the base model iPhone 17. The Pro Max may cost you Rs 1,39,900 while the Pro Max may be priced at Rs 1,64,900.</p>

Apple generally launches its flagship phone every year in the month of September 2025. As per reports, Apple is expected to follow the trend. Reports further suggest that the iPhone 17 series could be announced between September 11 and 13.

iPhone 17 Launch Date: Apple's new flagship phone release date, price, new features & all you need to know

<p>With the start of <a title="WWDC 2025" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/apple-boosts-iphone-experience-ios-unveils-watchos-ipados" target="_blank" rel="noopener">WWDC 2025</a>, people around the world are now officially waiting for Apple's upcoming flagship phone iPhone 17 series. Apple, during WWDC 2025, made multiple key and lucrative announcements. From new updates for Apple Intelligence, a set of capabilities for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe that will work on devices and in the cloud to Siri, ChatGPT, and auto-summarisation in Mail and Safari are all examples of how Apple is determined to pace its AI game and bring in some meaningful updates to its ecosystem. Keeping a plethora of announcements aside, phone lovers are now querying about the iPhone 17 launch date and, iPhone 17 price. Continue reading to know all about iPhone 17-&nbsp;</p>
<h2>iPhone 17 launch date</h2>
<p>Apple generally launches its flagship phone every year in the month of September 2025. As per reports, Apple is expected to follow the trend. Reports further suggest that the iPhone 17 series could be announced between September 11 and 13.</p>
<p>Reports have claimed that this time the company will provide fast wireless charging, which will charge the battery in less time.&nbsp;Apple can update the MagSafe charger, with the help of which users will get fast charging feature. This can be a 50W fast charger, this charging capacity is about three times the current MagSafe charging capacity.</p>
<p>The power banks coming under MagSafe charging technology stick to the back panel of the handset, in which magnetic field is used. Once the power banks are connected to the headset, the phone starts charging. Charging takes some time now, but the time taken during 50W wireless charging can be reduced.</p>
<p>Reports further suggest that iPhone 17 Pro Max is expected to bring a 6.9-inch Super Retina XDR, display with Ambient light sensor and Proximity sensor. It is likely to come with triple camera set up- 48MP main camera, 12MP Telephoto camera and 48MP Ultrawide camera. On the front, you get a 12MP camera. The phone will support wireless charging.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Apple hasn't officially announced the iPhone 17 Pro Max yet, but their WWDC hints make it pretty clear that this phone will cost a lot. The new AI updates, making 3nm chips probably for A19 Pro, are said to be more expensive. Ongoing rumours hint at a starting price of Rs 79,900 for the base model iPhone 17. The Pro Max may cost you Rs 1,39,900 while the Pro Max may be priced at Rs 1,64,900</p>
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iPhone 17 Launch Date: Apple's new flagship release date, price, new features & all you need to know

<p>With June 2025 set to end, OTT giants like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee5, JioHotstar, etc, have lined up many much-awaited web series and movies. <a title="OTT Releases in June" href="https://www.truescoopnews.com/newsdetail/ott-releases-week-panchayat-raid-other-top-movies-series-releasing-online" target="_blank" rel="noopener">OTT Releases in June</a> witnessed the release of many top web series and movies like Panchayat Season 4, Criminal Justice Season 4, Squid Game Season 3, Raid 2, etc. To keep fans hooked to the world of streaming, OTT platforms have lined up plethora of top web series and movies that will be released next week, i.e., in July 2025 first week. Since you have landed on this page, True Scoop assumes that you are digging deep about OTT Releases Next Week or OTT Releases in first week of July 2025. Continue reading below to know about OTT Releases Next Week-&nbsp;</p>
<h2>OTT Releases Next Week</h2>
<h3>1) The Hunt - The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case</h3>
<p>Directed by Nagesh Kukunoor, The Hunt - The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case will start streaming on SonyLiv on July 4, 2025. The Hunt - The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case delves deep into the infamous former Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi's assassination case. The upcoming series features critically-acclaimed actors like Amit Sial, Sahil Vaid, Bagavathi Perumal, Danish Iqbal, Girish Sharma, Vidyut Gargi, Shafeeq Mustafa, etc in key roles. The upcoming series is based on the book "Ninety Days: The True Story of the Hunt for Rajiv Gandhi's Assassins" by Anirudhya Mitra.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>2) Kaalidhar Laapata</h3>
<p>Abhishek Bachchan has made a name for himself in the world of OTT. 'Junior' Bachchan has delivered multiple hit movies and series on OTT, namely- Dasvi, Be Happy, The Big Bull, etc. Now, he is all set to take over the streaming world in India with the movie titled Kaalidhar Laapata. Directed by Madhumita, Kaalidhar Laapata will start streaming on Zee5 on July 4, 2025. It features Abhishek Bachchan,&nbsp;Daivik, and Mohd. Zeeshan Ayyub in key roles. Kaalidhar Laapata revolves around an elderly man who has fled from his house and is doing everything he can to make his life happy.&nbsp;</p>
<h3>3) Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti</h3>
<p>Inspired by true events, Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti will be released in theaters on July 4, 2024. Directed by Ken Ghosh, the official synopsis of the movie reads, "When terrorists enter a temple in Gujarat, the NSG commandos step in to save the day. Amid the chaos, the heroes fight back with courage. Will they survive?"</p>
<p>For the unversed, the Akshardham attack and the response to it became a case study for NSG Brigadier Raj Seetapathy, the NSG commando in charge of the rescue mission called "Operation Thunderbolt" or "Operation Vajra Shakti".&nbsp;</p>
<h3>4) Metro&hellip; In Dino</h3>
<p>A film by veteran filmmaker Anurag Basu, Metro&hellip; In Dino is another of hit movie Life in a Metro. Slated to be released in theaters on July 4, 2025 in theaters, Metro&hellip; In Dino features Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Konkona Sen Sharma, Pankaj Tripathi, Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, Saswata Chatterjee, etc in key roles.&nbsp;</p>

 To keep fans hooked to the world of streaming, OTT platforms have lined up a plethora of top web series and movies that will be released next week, i.e., in July 2025 first week