Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

16 Nov

J&K – Four Killed, Five Injured in Late-Night Collision in Budgam

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National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident in Jammu and Kashmir’s Budgam district late Saturday night claimed four lives and left five others critically injured. The crash occurred around 10:30 PM in the Paler area when a Tata Sumo SUV and a dumper truck collided head-on. According to officials, both vehicles were travelling at high speed when they approached a curve near Paler, leading to a violent impact that left the SUV and truck severely damaged. Local residents rushed to the spot and alerted the police and ambulance services. A police team arrived promptly and shifted all nine occupants…

16 Nov

CM Bhagwant Mann to Attend Sarabha Memorial Event Today; Tight Security in Ludhiana Village

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is scheduled to visit Sarabha village in Ludhiana today to attend the state-level ceremony commemorating the martyrdom day of revolutionary Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha. The Chief Minister will pay floral tributes at the memorial statue in the martyr’s ancestral village. Ahead of his visit, the district administration has strengthened security arrangements across the area. Sarabha village has effectively been turned into a security zone, with a heavy deployment of police personnel to manage the gathering and ensure smooth conduct of the event. Senior officials, including Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain, along…

16 Nov

Punjab Nights Turn Colder, Minimum Temperatures to Dip Further: IMD Forecast

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab is witnessing a noticeable drop in night temperatures, and the chill is expected to intensify in the coming days. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state’s maximum temperatures currently remain close to normal levels, but the minimum temperatures have slipped below the seasonal average, leading to colder nights across the region. The weather is expected to remain largely dry through the upcoming week, with very little chance of rainfall. IMD officials have indicated that maximum temperatures may show slight fluctuations, but the minimum temperatures are likely to fall even further. Over the next…

15 Nov

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Honors Birsa Munda on Tribal Pride Day in Udham Singh Nagar

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Udham Singh Nagar, November 15: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday joined the Tribal Pride Day Celebration held at Shri Guru Nanak Inter College Ground in Nanakmatta to mark the 150th birth anniversary of freedom fighter and tribal icon Bhagwan Birsa Munda.Addressing the gathering, Dhami paid heartfelt tributes to Birsa Munda, describing him as a symbol of bravery, sacrifice, and tribal identity. He said Birsa Munda’s efforts to safeguard the rights, land, and cultural heritage of tribal communities continue to inspire people across the country. The Chief Minister added that the nationwide observance of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas reflects…

15 Nov

Punjab Sets Historic Record With 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement, Over ₹34,000 Crore Paid to Farmers Within 48 Hours

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Chandigarh, November 15, 2025: This season has brought a victory of hope, hard work, and trust for the hardworking farmers of Punjab. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has created a new history this year by completing the procurement of over 150 lakh metric tons of paddy. This unprecedented achievement comes at a time when floods in several parts of the state had damaged crops, but the government's strong policy and the farmers' unwavering spirit overcame all challenges.According to government figures, a total of 1,51,80,075.88 metric tons of paddy arrived in the state's mandis…

15 Nov

Punjab Launches Massive ‘Har Pind Khel Maidan’ Mission to Transform Rural Sports Infrastructure

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Chandigarh, 15 November 2025: Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has launched a historic and transformative initiative aimed at permanently reshaping the rural landscape of the state. This ambitious project, named ‘Har Pind Khel Maidan’ (a playground in every village), is not just about building infrastructure—it is a decisive step towards realising the dream of a ‘Rangla Punjab’. Implemented in mission mode, the scheme aims to provide Punjab’s youth with a healthy, disciplined, and promising future. It promises to bring a new dawn and transform the heartbeat of rural Punjab.The most important objective of…

15 Nov

Punjab to Provide Smartphones to Anganwadi Workers as Government Prioritises Welfare Measures

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Chandigarh, November 15: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government is taking steps for the welfare of every section of society, while also paying special attention to the facilities and well-being of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers. This information was shared today by Dr. Baljit Kaur, Minister of Social Security, Women and Child Development, during a meeting with representatives of various Anganwadi unions at the Punjab Civil Secretariat.Dr. Baljit Kaur informed that the Punjab government will soon fulfill the demand of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers to provide them with smartphones so that work at the…

15 Nov

Amritsar Rural SSP Maninder Singh Suspended Following Spike in Gangster Activity

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a major administrative move, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Maninder Singh of Amritsar Rural has been suspended amid concerns over a surge in gangster-related crimes, officials confirmed on Saturday. The suspension follows growing criticism regarding delayed responses and perceived inefficiencies in handling organised crime in the district. Several high-profile cases reportedly faced slow progress, raising questions about law enforcement effectiveness on the ground. Authorities said the decision was taken after a comprehensive review of recent criminal incidents and consultations with multiple intelligence and law enforcement agencies. The state government emphasized the need for strengthened action against…

15 Nov

Surgeon From Pathankot Brought in for Inquiry as Delhi Blast Investigation Broadens

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New Delhi/Pathankot (Gurpreet Singh): The probe into the recent blast in Delhi expanded on Tuesday with investigators detaining a senior surgeon from Punjab’s Pathankot region for detailed questioning, officials close to the development disclosed. The move is part of the National Investigation Agency’s growing efforts to map every connection surrounding the prime accused. The doctor, identified by investigation sources as 45-year-old Dr. Rayees Ahmad Bhat, was taken in after teams arrived at the private medical college where he serves as a faculty member. Witnesses said the questioning team conducted preliminary inquiries on-site before escorting him away for further examination. Officials…

15 Nov

Punjab Creates Historic Record of 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): This season has brought a victory of hope, hard work, and trust for the hardworking farmers of Punjab. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has created a new history this year by completing the procurement of over 150 lakh metric tons of paddy. This unprecedented achievement comes at a time when floods in several parts of the state had damaged crops, but the government's strong policy and the farmers' unwavering spirit overcame all challenges. According to government figures, a total of 1,51,80,075.88 metric tons of paddy arrived in the state's mandis…