Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

31 Jul

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Urges Guidance Over Punishment for Youth Protesters Following Instagram Video

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video message on Instagram addressing the abusive language directed at him and his family during recent demonstrations at Delhi's Jantar Mantar regarding exam paper leak controversies. Referring to the protesters, the Prime Minister stated that youth is a phase for learning and course correction, emphasizing that taking legal action is not the ultimate solution. Emphasizing compassion and patience, he expressed his desire to forgive the young protesters and called upon society to guide the misguided youth toward a constructive path. The Prime Minister's message comes following the viral spread of…

31 Jul

Delhi Court Sentences Former AAP Councillor Tahir Hussain and Four Others to Life Imprisonment in Ankit Sharma Murder Case

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): A Delhi court on Friday sentenced former Aam Aadmi Party councillor Tahir Hussain and four co-convicts to life imprisonment for the murder of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 Delhi riots. Additional Sessions Judge Praveen Singh pronounced the judgement at Karkardooma Court in the physical presence of the convicts amid heavy security, concluding that while the crime was severe, the case did not fall into the "rarest of rare" category that warrants the death penalty. The court stated that the prosecution had failed to establish that the convicts were beyond reformation or possessed a…

31 Jul

Punjab Government Expands Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojna to Cover New Pilgrimage Sites

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Amid chants of “Har Har Mahadev” and an atmosphere filled with devotion in Mohali, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday joined thousands of devotees at the grand “Ek Shaam Bhagwan Shiv De Naam” Bhajan Sandhya. Describing Punjab as the sacred land of Gurus and saints, the Chief Minister said the state’s enduring traditions of communal harmony, brotherhood and mutual respect are its greatest strength. Announcing the expansion of the Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra Yojna, the Chief Minister said the Punjab Government will facilitate free pilgrimages to Khatu Shyam Ji, Salasar Ji, Vrindavan Dham and Rishikesh…

31 Jul

AAP Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu Accuses Congress of Internal Strife and Political Rumours

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu on Friday strongly criticised Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, accusing him of making fabricated claims about AAP legislators to divert public attention from the growing infighting, confusion and leadership crisis within the Punjab Congress. He said the Congress leadership was preoccupied with internal power struggles instead of addressing issues concerning the people of Punjab. Addressing a press conference, AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann had rightly predicted that as the 2027 Assembly elections approach, opposition parties would lose their political…

31 Jul

AAP MP Meet Hayer Terms Instagram Restriction of Parliament Speech an Assault on Democracy

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP from Sangrur, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, called out the BJP-led Central Government for throttling democracy and freedom of expression, saying that the blocking of his speech delivered in Parliament on matters of public interest on Instagram in India is the biggest proof that the BJP government has become completely intolerant of criticism. The AAP MP said that removing or restricting in India the parliamentary speech of an elected Member of Parliament (MP) chosen by nearly 15 lakh voters is an insult to democratic institutions and the mandate of the people. If what…

31 Jul

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Pays Tribute to Shaheed Udham Singh on 87th Martyrdom Day

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SUNAM UDHAM SINGH WALA (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday reaffirmed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Government’s unwavering commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of the great nationalists who made the supreme sacrifices to free the country from the clutches of British imperialism. During a state-level function to commemorate the 87th martyrdom day of Shaheed Udham Singh at Sunam, the Chief Minister said the legendary revolutionary’s unparalleled patriotism and supreme sacrifice would continue to inspire generations to serve the nation selflessly and that the nation would forever remain indebted to the iconic martyr. Earlier, the Chief Minister…

31 Jul

Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation ahead of Independence Day, the Amritsar Rural Police on Friday arrested four individuals alleged to be associated with the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). Investigators claim the suspects were conspiring to carry out a terror strike, prompting an intensified probe into their activities. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the arrested men are suspected of involvement in previous attacks on police infrastructure, where petrol bombs and grenades were allegedly used. Police are now examining whether the group was linked to multiple incidents that have taken place in the district over the…

31 Jul

Punjab Police Arrest Four Suspected KLF Members in Amritsar, Probe Alleged Independence Day Attack Plan

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation ahead of Independence Day, the Amritsar Rural Police on Friday arrested four individuals alleged to be associated with the banned Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF). Investigators claim the suspects were conspiring to carry out a terror strike, prompting an intensified probe into their activities. According to officials familiar with the investigation, the arrested men are suspected of involvement in previous attacks on police infrastructure, where petrol bombs and grenades were allegedly used. Police are now examining whether the group was linked to multiple incidents that have taken place in the district over the…

31 Jul

Punjab Bolsters Border Security with Advanced Anti-Drone Network to Counter Cross-Border Smuggling

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Facing an increasing number of cross-border drone intrusions carrying narcotics and weapons, the Punjab Police have significantly strengthened surveillance along the international border by deploying advanced anti-drone systems, popularly referred to as “Hawai Nakas”. The new security framework is designed to detect, track and neutralise drones attempting to enter Indian territory from Pakistan. Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the anti-drone network has been developed as an additional layer of protection to complement the Border Security Force (BSF), which remains responsible for guarding the international border. The initiative has been implemented through close coordination with…

30 Jul

Parliament Passes Bill Making Insult to ‘Vande Mataram’ a Punishable Offence

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Parliament officially approved the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, on Thursday, elevating the national song Vande Mataram to a legal status on par with the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana. The Lok Sabha cleared the legislation via a voice vote amid persistent disruptions and sloganeering from the Opposition, one day after the bill received approval in the Rajya Sabha. Once the bill receives assent from President Droupadi Murmu, any intentional act of preventing the singing of Vande Mataram or causing disturbances during its performance will become a criminal offence. Under the provisions…