Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

05 Jul

Sukhbir Singh Badal Declared ‘Tankhaiya’ by Takht Sri Patna Sahib for Defying Religious Summons

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Patna (National Times): In a significant development within the Sikh religious sphere, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal has been officially declared a Tankhaiya by the Panj Pyare of Takht Sri Patna Sahib, one of Sikhism’s five sacred thrones. The decision comes after Badal failed to appear before the Takht despite receiving two formal summons. The move follows an earlier controversy involving two high-ranking religious leaders, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, executive head of Takht Sri Harmandir Sahib Gurudwara, and Jathedar Tek Singh of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, who were declared Tankhaiya in May for disobeying a Hukamnama (edict).…

04 Jul

Father of Punjabi Actress Tania Critically Injured in Moga Clinic Shooting

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Moga, Punjab, July 4 — In a shocking daylight attack, Dr. Aniljit Kamboj, father of renowned Punjabi actress Tania, was critically injured after being shot at his clinic in Kot Isei Khan, Moga district, on Sunday afternoon.Police reports state that two unidentified assailants arrived on a motorcycle and entered Harbans Nursing Home, posing as patients seeking treatment. Once inside, they allegedly engaged Dr. Kamboj in conversation before firing multiple shots at close range.Dr. Kamboj suffered two bullet injuries and was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Moga, where he remains in critical condition.Authorities suspect the attack was premeditated. Police…

04 Jul

FWICE Lifts Ban on Diljit Dosanjh After Bhushan Kumar’s Plea, Allows Him to Complete ‘Border 2’

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Mumbai (National Times): In a major development, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has lifted its ban on Diljit Dosanjh, allowing the popular singer-actor to complete his portions for the much-anticipated film Border 2. The decision follows a personal appeal by producer Bhushan Kumar, who requested the federation to reconsider their decision. Diljit had landed in hot water with FWICE after promoting Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. This move drew backlash in light of renewed tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, prompting FWICE to impose a temporary ban on his…

04 Jul

No Relief for Bikram Singh Majithia: Punjab-Haryana High Court Defers Hearing Till July 8

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a setback to Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has deferred the hearing on his petition challenging his arrest and remand. The matter will now be heard on July 8, 2025, with no interim relief being offered to the senior Akali leader. Majithia had approached the High Court challenging the June 26 remand order issued by the Mohali District Court, terming his arrest and subsequent police remand as illegal. However, during the hearing, the Advocate General (AG) of Punjab argued that the petition…

03 Jul

Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora Assigned Industry and NRI Affairs Portfolios

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant political development, newly elected Ludhiana MLA Sanjeev Arora took oath as a Cabinet Minister in the Punjab government today. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Raj Bhavan, where Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and other dignitaries. According to information, Sanjeev Arora has been entrusted with the Industry and NRI Affairs portfolios. The NRI department, previously held by Minister Kuldeep Dhaliwal, has now been reassigned to Arora — a move seen as the Aam Aadmi Party’s attempt to energize its industrial and diaspora outreach…

03 Jul

Sanjeev Arora Takes Oath as Punjab Cabinet Minister After Ludhiana By-Election Victory

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Chandigarh (National Times): Newly elected Ludhiana MLA Sanjeev Arora was officially sworn in as a Cabinet Minister in the Punjab government today. The oath was administered by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria at a formal ceremony held at Raj Bhavan in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Arora’s induction into the Cabinet follows his impressive win in the recently held Ludhiana by-election, where he contested as the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate and emerged victorious with a commanding margin. His inclusion in the Cabinet is seen as both a reward for the crucial electoral win and a strategic move…

03 Jul

Flood Alert in Punjab as Sutlej Swells, Sri Anandpur Sahib on High Alert

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Anandpur Sahib (National Times): Punjab is facing a flood-like situation following a sudden and sharp rise in the water level of the Sutlej River, triggered by cloudbursts in neighboring Himachal Pradesh. The impact has been swift and severe, with areas in and around Sri Anandpur Sahib witnessing significant waterlogging and risk of submersion. The sudden cloudbursts over the hills of Himachal Pradesh led to intense rainfall, swelling rivers and streams that drain into Punjab. The Bhakra Dam, already full due to previous rain, is releasing additional water to manage pressure, further adding to the surge in the Sutlej. As water…

02 Jul

Majithia’s Vigilance Remand Extended by Four Days in Disproportionate Assets Case

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Chandigarh, July 2, 2025:The vigilance remand of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia, arrested in connection with a disproportionate assets case, has been extended by four more days. The decision came after vigilance officials presented new evidence and crucial findings before the court.According to vigilance officials, the investigation has uncovered significant illegal assets linked to Majithia. These include benami (proxy-held) properties, suspicious financial transactions, and other economic activities under scrutiny.Vigilance authorities informed the court that they require further custodial interrogation of Majithia based on these fresh pieces of evidence, necessitating additional remand.Over the next four days, the…

02 Jul

Punjab Police Busts Cross-Border Arms and Narcotics Network Linked to Pakistan

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Amritsar, July 2: In a significant intelligence-led operation, the Counter Intelligence unit of Amritsar Police has dismantled a major cross-border network involved in smuggling narcotics and illegal arms from Pakistan. The operation led to the arrest of three operatives and the seizure of eight sophisticated weapons, including Glock pistols and Chinese-made firearms, along with one kilogram of heroin, ₹2.9 lakh in drug proceeds, and a currency counting machine.According to preliminary investigations, the arrested individuals were operating under the instructions of a Pakistan-based smuggler who orchestrated the movement of weapon consignments across the Indo-Pak border. Police officials said the weapons were…

02 Jul

Shiromani Akali Dal Chief Sukhbir Singh Badal Detained En Route to Gurdwara Shri Amb Sahib in Mohali

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Mohali (National Times): In a dramatic turn of events, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal was detained by Punjab Police in Mohali on Tuesday while he was on his way to Gurdwara Shri Amb Sahib to show support for fellow party leader Bikram Singh Majithia. Badal’s detention follows a sharp escalation in political tensions between the Shiromani Akali Dal and the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab. The move came just hours after Badal took to social media, accusing the Bhagwant Mann-led government of imposing what he termed an “undeclared emergency” in the state. In his statement…