Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

24 Oct

A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh: The journey of life is not easy for everyone. Among us are some brave companions who, despite challenges like disability or blindness, move forward with courage every day. For them, reaching even a bus seat is often no less than a major struggle—not just physically, but economically too. In such a scenario, the Mann government of Punjab has taken a decision that is not just a part of governance but the highest example of humanity. This decision opens all those doors that often remained closed for these special citizens of ours. The government has released a large sum of…

24 Oct

4.20 Crore Patients Treated, 73,000 get free service daily — The success story of Mann government’s 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The “Aam Aadmi Clinic” scheme started under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Punjab has today become a symbol of a new revolution in the field of health services in the state. This historic initiative has not only strengthened Punjab’s health system but has also brought real change in the lives of common people. Earlier, where rural and poor people had to run around big cities and government hospitals even for treatment of minor diseases, now those same people are getting free and quality treatment by visiting Aam Aadmi Clinics built in their neighborhoods or…

24 Oct

CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Flying Squad to Keep Check on Punjab’s Road Construction Quality

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a bid to ensure that every road built in Punjab meets the highest standards, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has introduced a special CM Flying Squad to monitor the quality of road construction and repair work throughout the state. The new inspection team, comprising senior officials from the Punjab Mandi Board and the Public Works Department (PWD), will conduct surprise visits to check the progress and quality of work under the ongoing link road development program. The government’s objective is to guarantee transparency, curb irregularities, and ensure durable infrastructure. Senior Engineers to Lead Regional Monitoring The squad…

23 Oct

Punjab Procures 61 Lakh Metric Tonnes of Paddy, ₹13,073 Crore Paid to Farmers: CM Bhagwant Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, flood relief, MSP, Punjab paddy procurement

Mohali, October 23: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced that the state has procured 61.01 lakh metric tonnes of paddy so far this season and disbursed ₹13,073 crore to farmers. He urged the Central Government to relax paddy procurement norms in view of the flood damage that affected large parts of the state’s farmland.During his visits to the grain markets of Bassi Pathana and Morinda, the Chief Minister reviewed ongoing procurement operations and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to purchasing and lifting every grain produced by farmers.Mann said that severe floods had caused widespread crop damage, increasing the moisture content…

23 Oct

Air Pollution Hits Hazardous Levels in Punjab, Five Major Cities Record AQI Above 200; Orange Alert Issued

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National Times Bureau :- Despite a slight dip in temperatures, air quality across Punjab has deteriorated sharply, raising serious public health concerns. According to the latest report from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), five major cities in the state have recorded Air Quality Index (AQI) levels above 200, crossing into hazardous territory. In response, authorities have issued an Orange Alert. City-wise Air Quality Status (as of Wednesday 4 PM): Mandi Gobindgarh: AQI 293 (Very Poor) Ludhiana: AQI 278 (Very Poor) Jalandhar: AQI 268 (Very Poor) Khanna: AQI 239 (Very Poor) Amritsar: AQI 238 (Poor) Among these, Mandi Gobindgarh emerged…

23 Oct

IPS Officer Nanak Singh Appointed as New DIG of Ropar Range

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabNanak Singh, New DIG, Punjab

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has appointed 2011-batch IPS officer Nanak Singh as the new Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Ropar range. In a concurrent development, Sandeep Goel, AIG of AIGTF Ludhiana, has been posted as DIG of the Border Range, Amritsar. The posting follows the suspension of former Ropar range DIG, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, on October 16, after his arrest by the CBI. This move is part of the state’s ongoing effort to strengthen senior police leadership across key ranges.

23 Oct

Mohali Police Bust High-Profile Extortion Racket; Chandigarh Club Executive Arrested

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National Times Bureau :- Mohali Police have uncovered a high-profile extortion and blackmail racket, arresting Chandigarh Club’s executive member, Vikas Bector. The accused has been charged with threatening a lawyer with firearms and attempting to extort money through intimidation. Bector has been taken on police remand for questioning. Complaint by Lawyer Triggers Action The investigation followed a complaint lodged at Mullampur Police Station by city-based lawyer Gaurav Dheer. According to the complaint, Vikas Bector and his associates repeatedly threatened the lawyer and attempted to coerce money from him using arms. FIR Registered Under BNS Sections Acting on the complaint, the…

23 Oct

Union Minister Hardeep Puri Presents Sacred ‘Jore Sahib’ to DSGMC; PM Urges Devotees to Visit for Darshan

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National Times Bureau :- Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Wednesday handed over the custody of the holy “Jore Sahib”, the footwear of tenth Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur, to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) at Gurdwara Moti Bagh in the national capital. The “Jore Sahib” will embark on a 10-day yatra for Patna, to be preserved and displayed at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, the birthplace of the guru. Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged the people to visit Gurdwara Moti Bagh and have darshan of the sacred relics…

23 Oct

One Killed, several injured after massive explosion in Verka Milk plant

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National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident, a massive explosion was reported in verka milk plant's heater, killing one and injuring several others. According to the reports, a major steam boiler used for converting milk into powder exploded inside the milk plant, resulting in the death of the plant’s chief engineer, Kunal Jain. Four other employees, including foremen, were injured and admitted to Ludhiana’s DMC Hospital, where their condition remains critical. The deceaseD, Kunal Jain was employed as an A-grade engineer, had been promoted only a few days earlier. His wife is a contractual employee at the same Verka…

23 Oct

Court Orders Swift Removal of Doctored Video Targeting Punjab CM, Tightens Scrutiny on Social Media Platforms

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Mohali district court has issued firm directives to tech giants Facebook and Google to take down a fabricated video of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann that recently went viral. The platforms have been given a 24-hour deadline to erase the misleading content and ensure that similar material does not reappear online. According to the order, Facebook must block and delete all offensive posts as soon as they are flagged by the State Cyber Crime Department, while Google has been told to filter out the fake video from its search results. The court also cautioned that non-compliance…