Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

26 Jul

Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Punjab and Chandigarh as Active Monsoon Set to Intensify

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for Punjab and Chandigarh, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong winds over the next 48 hours as monsoon activity strengthens across the region. Weather officials said several districts witnessed scattered showers over the past day, bringing a slight dip in daytime temperatures while night temperatures edged up marginally. Despite these fluctuations, temperatures across the state remain close to seasonal averages. Among the districts that received notable rainfall, Abohar in Fazilka topped the chart with 15.5 mm, closely followed by Gurdaspur with 15.4 mm. Other areas that…

25 Jul

Punjab Government Expands Primary Healthcare Network With 100 New Aam Aadmi Clinics

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reaffirming its commitment to providing free and quality healthcare services near the doorsteps of the people, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, has launched 100 more Aam Aadmi Clinics across the state. The campaign was formally inaugurated today by Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, who dedicated the newly constructed Aam Aadmi Clinic at Vikas Nagar in Patiala Rural. With the addition of these new clinics, the total number of Aam Aadmi Clinics in Punjab has increased to 1,090. As part of this initiative, Cabinet Ministers, MLAs and…

25 Jul

AAP Hails Dharmendra Pradhan’s Resignation as Victory for Country’s Youth

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Saturday welcomed the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, describing it as a historic victory for lakhs of students and youth who had been fighting relentlessly against paper leaks, examination irregularities and the anti-student policies of the BJP-led Central Government. Earlier in the day, AAP organised statewide ‘Thali Bajao, Tanashah Bhagao’ protest demonstrations across Punjab against the Centre’s anti-student policies. AAP ministers, MPs, MLAs, office-bearers and thousands of party workers took to the streets in every district, expressing solidarity with students and demanding accountability from the Central Government over…

25 Jul

Beneficiaries Commend Punjab’s DBT Mechanism Under Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government’s decision to transfer financial assistance directly into the bank accounts of women under the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana has received an overwhelming response from beneficiaries across the state. Women have praised the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system, saying it has ensured transparency, convenience and financial empowerment by placing the money directly in their hands. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government has so far disbursed ₹1,149 crore to about 33 lakh women through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system under the scheme. Eligible beneficiaries belonging to the…

25 Jul

Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Unveils Multi-Speciality Capital Hospital in Moga to Boost Healthcare in Malwa

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Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday inaugurated the state-of-the-art 120-bed ‘Capital Hospital’ in Moga, noting that the facility will significantly strengthen access to advanced healthcare in the Malwa region. Calling it the first National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers (NABH)-accredited multi-speciality hospital in Moga district, the Chief Minister said the hospital will provide specialised treatment for critical illnesses closer to people’s homes. The Chief Minister stated that eligible patients will be able to avail cashless treatment under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna and Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), while the Punjab…

25 Jul

Punjab Citizens Determined to Re-Elect AAP in 2027, Asserts Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann

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Moga (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday asserted that the people of Punjab have already made up their minds to re-elect the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in 2027, saying the overwhelming public response to the government’s pro-people initiatives reflects the trust it has earned over the past four years. During a Lok Milni programme at village Charik in Moga, the Chief Minister said transformative initiatives such as free electricity for 90% of households, the ₹10 lakh Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, financial assistance for women, record expansion of canal irrigation, transparent government recruitment on merit and…

25 Jul

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Stepped Up to Lead Education Portfolio After Dharmendra Pradhan Quits

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a major cabinet reshuffle, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has taken on the portfolio of Education Minister following the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan. Joshi, who currently oversees the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, will now manage the Education Ministry as an additional responsibility according to a press release issued from Rashtrapati Bhavan. The official notification detailed that the President of India formally accepted Pradhan's departure with immediate effect upon the counsel of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To maintain continuity in ministry functions, the President subsequently assigned the additional education responsibilities to Joshi alongside…

25 Jul

CJP Chief Abhijeet Dipke Refuses to Clear Jantar Mantar Until Suicide Compensation and Police Action Demands Met

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Cockroach Janta Party Founding President Abhijeet Dipke has affirmed that the ongoing demonstration at Delhi's Jantar Mantar will continue unabated, despite the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. Addressing press members and fellow agitators at the protest venue, Dipke stressed that while the minister's departure addresses a fundamental concern, the broader agitation will persist under democratic norms until full accountability and financial restitution are achieved for affected families. Outlining the movement's remaining priorities, Dipke presented two non-negotiable demands to the central government. He insisted on an immediate compensation of one crore rupees for every family…

25 Jul

Punjab Police Secures Return of Wanted Gangster from Indonesia After Months-Long International Operation

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major achievement in its campaign against organised crime, Punjab Police has brought back alleged gangster Jobanjit Singh alias Joban Billa from Indonesia following a coordinated international operation spanning several months. Officials said the accused, who had been on the run and was allegedly operating from overseas, was deported from Jakarta and taken into police custody upon his arrival in Punjab. The operation was executed by the Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF) in collaboration with OFTEC Punjab, central law enforcement agencies, and international counterparts. Investigators described the mission as a significant step in tracking down fugitives attempting…

25 Jul

AAP Stages Statewide ‘Thali Bajao’ Agitation in Punjab, Intensifies Attack on BJP Over NEET Controversy

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Saturday organised coordinated demonstrations across Punjab, stepping up its campaign against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the alleged NEET paper leak and issues surrounding the country's examination system. The protests, held under the banner “Thali Bajao, Tanashahi Bhagao”, saw party workers gathering in districts across the state to voice support for students. Protesters assembled at public places, carrying placards and beating steel plates as a symbolic gesture against what the party described as the Centre’s failure to protect the interests of young aspirants. Senior party leaders joined the district-level programmes,…