Gurpreet Singh

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Navjot Sidhu Will Rejoin Politics Only if Named Congress’ CM Face, Says Navjot Kaur Sidhu
06 Dec

Navjot Sidhu Will Rejoin Politics Only if Named Congress’ CM Face, Says Navjot Kaur Sidhu

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Chandigarh, December 6, 2025 — Navjot Kaur Sidhu on Saturday said that her husband, former Punjab Congress chief Navjot Singh Sidhu, will return to active politics only if the party officially declares him its Chief Ministerial candidate. She made the remarks after meeting Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria.She asserted that Sidhu has the ability to deliver strong governance and revive Punjab as a “Golden State,” but stressed that they would not engage in internal lobbying or financial bargaining to secure positions. “We cannot and will not offer money for posts,” she said.Criticising the factionalism within the Congress, Navjot Kaur Sidhu…
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Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety
06 Dec

Punjab Aims to Improve Girl-Child Ratio by 2026; State Government Takes Major Step for Daughters’ Safety

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, December 6, 2025: To eradicate the evil practice of female foeticide in Punjab, the Bhagwant Maan government has taken a significant step. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh stated that Punjab no longer just seeks change but aspires to be the best. The government's goal is to ensure that by 2026, Punjab's sex ratio surpasses the national average.The Maan government has issued strict orders to all health department employees to monitor every aspect from conception to childbirth. The aim is to prevent any attempt at sex determination or female foeticide. This move underscores the government's strong commitment to the respect…
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Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development
06 Dec

Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- In a landmark move aimed at transforming Punjab’s correctional system, the state government—along with the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Department of Prisons, and the Department of Technical Education—will launch a major rehabilitation initiative titled “Transforming Lives Behind Bars: A New Vision for Restorative Justice” on December 6, 2025, at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of judges from the Supreme Court and High Court, along with senior government officials. The initiative seeks to convert Punjab’s prisons into centres of learning…
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Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals
06 Dec

Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- At the ongoing 19th Punjab International Trade Expo in Amritsar, a significant announcement was made regarding the future of school nutrition in the state. During a special conference on “Agriculture, Nutrition and Wellness Integration,” Punjab State Food Commission Chairman B.M. Sharma revealed that nutrition gardens will soon be established in government schools across Punjab. Sharma said that the initiative aims to strengthen the Mid-Day Meal programme by ensuring the availability of fresh, chemical-free fruits and vegetables for students. He added that locally grown produce will not only improve the nutritional value of school meals but also…
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One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot
06 Dec

One Killed, Three Injured in Dense Fog Crash on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- A severe road accident triggered by heavy fog early Saturday morning left one young motorcyclist dead and three others injured on Ferozepur Road in Faridkot. According to police, the collision occurred around 5:30 a.m. when a motorcycle carrying three youths crashed into an overloaded truck moving ahead of them. The impact caused the truck to lose balance and overturn on the road. The deceased, whose identity is yet to be disclosed by authorities, died on the spot due to the force of the collision. The two other riders, along with the truck driver, sustained serious injuries.…
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IndiGo Operations Collapse Again, Leaving Hundreds Stranded at Chandigarh and Amritsar Airports
06 Dec

IndiGo Operations Collapse Again, Leaving Hundreds Stranded at Chandigarh and Amritsar Airports

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia
National Times Bureau :- India’s largest airline, IndiGo, continued to face a severe operational crisis on Saturday, with significant disruption reported at both Chandigarh and Amritsar airports. Ongoing technical issues and a shortage of operational staff led to multiple flight delays extending for hours, while several flights were cancelled without prior notice. The chaos caused widespread inconvenience, leaving passengers frustrated and desperate. Among the most distressing cases was that of Shruti, a woman who had travelled from Kolkata to Chandigarh for her mother’s funeral. Her return flight, scheduled for Friday night, was abruptly cancelled upon her arrival at the airport.…
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Smog chokes Delhi as AQI climbs to 333; city shivers through coldest morning of season
06 Dec

Smog chokes Delhi as AQI climbs to 333; city shivers through coldest morning of season

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia,
National Times Bureau :- A thick layer of smog once again engulfed the national capital on Saturday, pushing Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) to 333,  firmly within the ‘very poor’ zone and slightly worse than the previous day,  even as residents continued to battle biting cold conditions. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Friday marked the coldest December morning of the year so far, with temperatures sliding to 5.6°C. Among all monitoring locations, Mundka emerged as the most polluted area with an AQI of 381 at 7 am, as per Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) readings. Out of Delhi’s…
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11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners
05 Dec

11 ITIs to be built in Punjab prisons; new initiative by the Punjab government to provide skills training and a new lease of life to prisoners

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, 4 December 2025: The High Court of Punjab and Haryana, in collaboration with the Department of Prisons, Punjab, and the Department of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Punjab, is launching a major correctional reform initiative titled “Empowering Lives Behind Bars: Real Change – The New Paradigm of Correctional Justice” on December 6, 2025 at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Mr. Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of Judges of the Supreme Court of India, Judges of the High Court, and senior State officials. The initiative aims to transform Punjab’s…
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Punjab Govt Rescues Farmers: Cotton Prices Surge from ₹5,700 to ₹7,500+ After Swift Action
05 Dec

Punjab Govt Rescues Farmers: Cotton Prices Surge from ₹5,700 to ₹7,500+ After Swift Action

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, December 5, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s government has once again proven its strong commitment to the state’s hardworking farmers. This year, when cotton (narma and desi) prices in the market were falling below the Minimum Support Price (MSP), the Mann government quickly stepped in and saved farmers from massive losses.Initially, when cotton started arriving in mandis, private traders were buying it between ₹5,700 to ₹6,800 per quintal. These prices were significantly lower than MSP, causing major concern among farmers. In this difficult situation, on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s orders, the state government immediately pressured the Cotton Corporation…
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Massive Fire at Hotel Dhauladhar in Dharamshala, Guests Evacuated Safely
05 Dec

Massive Fire at Hotel Dhauladhar in Dharamshala, Guests Evacuated Safely

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia
National Times Bureau :- A major fire erupted late Thursday night at the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation’s renowned Hotel Dhauladhar in Dharamshala, Kangra district, officials confirmed. Fortunately, no injuries or loss of life were reported. According to district authorities, flames were first spotted in the hotel’s kitchen area before rapidly spreading to the upper portions of the building. The structure’s old Deodar-wood roofing, officials said, allowed the fire to intensify within minutes. Emergency teams launched a swift response. Four fire tenders reached the spot almost immediately, bringing the blaze under control in a short time. An SDRF unit was…
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