Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

06 Nov

Suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar Sent to Five-Day CBI Custody

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Chandigarh, November 6, 2025 — The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been granted a five-day extension of custody for suspended Punjab DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in connection with an ongoing corruption probe. The CBI court in Chandigarh approved the agency’s request after it argued that further interrogation was necessary to uncover key details in the case.Bhullar, who was earlier arrested on October 16, faces serious allegations of corruption and possession of assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Investigators claim to have recovered large amounts of cash, gold jewellery, and property-related documents from premises linked to him. The…

06 Nov

Punjab Players Get ‘Medical Shield’! Mann Government Approves Filling 100+ Posts in Sports Medical Cadre, Golden Employment Opportunity for Youth!

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Chandigarh, 6 November 2025: The Bhagwant Mann government of Punjab has taken a big and historic step towards securing the future of sports and athletes in the state with a safe, bright, and scientific foundation. The Cabinet has approved immediately filling a total of 110 new posts in the Punjab Sports Medical Cadre. These posts include 14 from Group-A, 16 from Group-B, and 80 from Group-C.This visionary decision by the government will not only give unprecedented strength to Punjab’s sports structure at the ground level, but it will also open doors of 110 assured government jobs for the talented and…

06 Nov

Punjab Congress Chief Raja Warring, Family Receive Death Threats Ahead of Tarn Taran Bypoll

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Tarn Taran — Political tensions in Punjab have intensified after Punjab Congress President and Ludhiana MP Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and his family allegedly received death threats amid the ongoing Tarn Taran Assembly bypoll campaign.According to reports, the threat was also extended to senior Congress leader Rajbir Singh Bhullar, who filed a formal complaint with the Tarn Taran police. Bhullar stated that on October 31, he received a WhatsApp call from a foreign number, during which the caller issued a threat to kill Raja Warring, his family, and Bhullar himself.Later the same day, Bhullar received a voice message reiterating the…

06 Nov

Panjab University student body calls for ‘PU Bachao Morcha’ on Nov 10 after Centre puts overhaul decision on hold

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National Times Bureau :- The Panjab University student body has called for a massive protest on November 10 against the October 28 notification of the Centre that restructures the governing body of the university and its subsequent decision of putting the overhaul in abeyance. The Students Organisation of Panjab University (SOPU) has accused the Centre of making a mockery of the issue as “no notification has been cancelled and the government has merely tried to create confusion." In a notification released on Wednesday, the Union government had put on hold its decision to restructure the governing bodies of the Panjab…

06 Nov

DGP Rajiv Kumar Sharma Spearheads Comprehensive Crackdown on Crime and Drug Rackets Across Rajasthan

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Jaipur (Gurpreet Singh): Since assuming the role of Director General of Police (DGP) of Rajasthan in July 2025, senior IPS officer Rajiv Kumar Sharma has implemented a series of strategic measures to fortify law and order and dismantle organized crime networks across the state. Under his leadership, the Rajasthan Police have intensified anti-narcotics operations, resulting in the successful dismantling of several major drug rackets in districts such as Jhalawar, Kota, and Bharatpur. In a recent operation, over 100 kilograms of narcotics were seized and multiple offenders arrested, marking a significant milestone in the fight against drug trafficking. DGP Sharma, a…

05 Nov

Historic Blow to “Toll Plunder” by the Mann Government: 19 Toll Plazas Closed So Far, Saving Punjabis ₹65 Lakh Daily and ₹225 Crore Annually

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Chandigarh, November 5, 2025: The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has taken a historic and revolutionary step, providing direct and significant relief to the common public. Since March 2022, the state government has successfully closed a total of 19 toll plazas operating on Punjab's roads, thereby putting an end to "open plunder." This decision is not merely an administrative action but a major milestone in eliminating the unnecessary burden on the common people's pockets. The closure of these 19 toll plazas is resulting in a direct saving of approximately ₹65 lakh…

05 Nov

Mann Government Brings Major Reforms to Mid-Day Meal in Punjab: Better Menu, Fruit, UKG Coverage, Proposed Breakfast, and Employment for 44,301 Women

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Chandigarh, November 5, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, significant reforms have been introduced in the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS) in Punjab, aimed at boosting both nutritional outcomes and operational efficiency. In September 2023, the government extended the scheme's coverage to include approximately 1.95 lakh children enrolled in UKG (Upper Kindergarten) classes in government schools—children who were previously outside this crucial nutritional safety net. This expansion underscores the Mann government’s commitment that no child in Punjab's public education system should go hungry, recognizing that proper nutrition in early childhood is critical for cognitive development and learning ability.…

05 Nov

₹1000 In Your Account: CM Mann Confirms the Date. Here’s What Punjab Women Must Do Next!

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAir Quality, Delhi pollution, dust control, PWD road cleaning, Rekha Gupta

Chandigarh, November 5, 2025: Honest politics is now running in Punjab, and the biggest example of this trust is Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who gave an historic gift to the women of the state during a grand roadshow organized for the Tarn Taran assembly by-election. The Chief Minister clearly stated that in the upcoming budget session, a monthly financial assistance of ₹1000 will be transferred directly to the bank accounts of every woman in the state – without any paperwork, without any middleman, with just one click!Speaking from his heart, Chief Minister Mann made this sensational announcement, assuring that his…

05 Nov

Centre Reverses Decision to Dissolve Panjab University Senate After Strong Opposition

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Chandigarh, November 5, 2025 — The Central Government has officially withdrawn its notification that dissolved the Panjab University Senate, reversing an earlier decision that had drawn widespread criticism.The move follows strong objections from political leaders, academic associations, and student unions, who argued that the dissolution violated the university’s autonomous character and was inconsistent with constitutional principles.The Punjab Government had earlier declared its intention to contest the decision in the High Court, stating that the Centre’s action undermined the state’s role in the functioning of the university.By restoring the Senate, the government has defused a growing confrontation over control of one…

05 Nov

Power Supply to Remain Suspended for 6.5 Hours in Nangal Area Tomorrow — PSPCL Announces Scheduled Maintenance

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National Times Bureau :- Residents of Nangal and adjoining areas are advised to plan their electricity-dependent work in advance, as power supply will remain suspended for over six hours on Thursday, November 6, due to scheduled maintenance by the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL). According to the official statement issued by PSPCL, the outage will take place from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM to carry out essential maintenance work on the 11KV Bhanupli Feeder. Areas to Be Affected The planned shutdown will impact several villages and localities falling under the Bhanupli Feeder, including:Barari, Kanchera, Kathera, Maida Majra, Rampur Sahni,…