Blackout in many parts of Punjab, markets, cinemas shut at 8pm

Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, Punjab's border districts, including Patiala and Hoshiarpur, enforced strict blackouts starting Friday night. Public spaces will close early, and lighting is restricted to reduce visibility. Haryana also ordered nighttime blackouts after a drone sighting near Ambala triggered alerts and school closures. Roadways suspended services to sensitive locations, enhancing vehicle checks and preparing for potential ambulance conversions.

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