Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

29 Jun

Neeru Bajwa’s Cryptic Instagram Post Fuels Speculation Amid ‘Sardaar Ji 3’ Controversy

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Mumbai/Chandigarh (National Times): Popular Punjabi actress Neeru Bajwa has sparked widespread speculation after a cryptic Instagram post suggested she may be distancing herself from her latest film, Sardaar Ji 3, amid mounting backlash over the film's casting of Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Just three days before the overseas release of Sardaar Ji 3, Bajwa shared a thought-provoking quote on Instagram: “Sometimes it’s better to lose and do the right thing, than to win and do the wrong thing. Time to go home ❤️” The post, simple yet emotionally charged, has prompted fans and industry watchers to question her current stance…

29 Jun

Simranjit Singh Mann Condemns Protests Against Diljit Dosanjh’s Film, Calls It an Attack on Sikh and Punjabi Identity

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Amritsar (National Times): Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) President Simranjit Singh Mann has issued a strong condemnation of the protests surrounding Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh’s upcoming film ‘Sardar Ji 3’, which features Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. Mann called the controversy an unjustified attack on Sikhism, the Gurmukhi script, and Punjabi culture, framing it as an extension of political agendas targeting minority identities. “This protest is not just against a film, but against the symbols of Sikh identity – the turban, the Gurmukhi script, and Punjabi art,” Mann stated, denouncing the opposition in the strongest terms. He emphasized that cinema is a…

28 Jun

CM Mann Proposes Death Penalty for Sacrilege Offences in Punjab

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Chandigarh, June 28, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced plans to introduce stringent legislation prescribing harsher punishments, including the death penalty, for acts of sacrilege against holy granths, signalling a firm stance on protecting religious sentiments in the state.Chairing a high-level meeting with officials and representatives of the Sarb Dharam Beadbi Rokko Kanoon Morcha at his official residence, Mann emphasised Punjab’s heritage as a land of saints, seers, and great Gurus who have championed mutual love, tolerance, and communal harmony.“It is our bounden duty to ensure that those who commit sacrilege face exemplary punishment,” Mann…

28 Jun

Punjab Govt Suspends 25 Jail Officials in Crackdown on Corruption and Drug Nexus in Prisons

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a major step aimed at cleaning up Punjab’s prison system, the state government on Saturday announced the suspension of 25 jail officials, including three Deputy Superintendents and two Assistant Superintendents, over alleged involvement in corruption and aiding drug networks operating within the prisons. The decisive action follows alarming reports of irregularities and drug-related activities inside jails across the state. The government said this move is part of an intensified drive to root out corruption and dismantle criminal syndicates that are believed to be operating from behind bars. “This action has been taken based on credible inputs…

27 Jun

‘Building Future Workforce’: PHDCCI organizes 5th Edition of HR Conclave and 2nd Edition of HR Excellence Recognition

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Chandigarh (National Times)- PHDCCI successfully hosted the 5th edition of Conclave-2025 and the Second Edition of HR Excellence Recognition at Hotel Lalit Chandigarh. During the Inaugural session, Mr. Lokesh Jain, Co-Chair of the Haryana State Chapter of PHDCCI, emphasized the importance of prioritizing employee experience in human resource management. He underlined that HR should focus on creating an environment where individuals feel valued, motivated, and empowered to contribute their best.On the Occasion, Dr. GP Rao, Founder of Good People Relations, delivered the keynote address, sharing valuable insights on the evolving role of HR in meeting organizational needs. He emphasized the…

27 Jun

New Case Likely Against Bikram Singh Majithia as Vigilance Team Alleges Obstruction and Threats

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Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab Police is reportedly preparing to register a fresh case against senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia. The development comes after a complaint was filed by the state Vigilance Bureau, which had visited Majithia’s residence earlier this week as part of an ongoing investigation. According to sources, the Vigilance Bureau team has accused Majithia of threatening officials during the raid, provoking his supporters to attack the team, and obstructing a lawful search of his premises. The team was reportedly acting on credible intelligence that suggested the presence of documents…

27 Jun

Jailed Gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria’s Mother, Aide Shot Dead in Batala; Gangsters Claim Responsibility Online

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Batala, Punjab (National Times): In a dramatic escalation of gang-related violence in Punjab, Harjit Kaur, the mother of jailed gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, and his close associate Karanvir were shot dead on Thursday night near their residence in the Urban Estate area of Batala. According to Batala SSP Suhail Qasim Mir, the incident occurred when unidentified assailants on a motorcycle opened fire indiscriminately on the duo as they neared their home. Karanvir, who was reportedly the son of an Assistant Sub-Inspector in the Punjab Police, died on the spot. Harjit Kaur, critically injured in the attack, was rushed to a nearby…

26 Jun

Mann on Majithia Arrest: No Shield for Drug Offenders, Only Justice for Punjab

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Chandigarh, June 26, 2025 — Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann declared that his government would not protect anyone involved in drug trafficking, reaffirming a zero-tolerance stance in the wake of Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia’s arrest in a ₹540 crore drug money laundering case.Speaking to the media after the arrest, Mann described it as a landmark moment in the state’s ongoing war against drugs. "This is not about politics. This is about justice. No one regardless of influence or position will be spared if found guilty of playing with the future of Punjab’s youth," Mann asserted.Majithia was taken…

26 Jun

Majithia Sent to 7-Day Vigilance Remand in ₹540 Crore Drug Money Laundering Case

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Chandigarh, June 26, 2025 — A Mohali court on Thursday remanded Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia to seven days of vigilance custody, a day after his arrest by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau in connection with an alleged ₹540 crore drug money laundering racket. The case stems from FIR No. 02 of 2021 registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.According to public prosecutor Ferry Sofat, Majithia failed to account for the massive sum, with investigations showing that ₹161 crore in unaccounted cash had been deposited into companies he controlled, ₹141 crore was routed through foreign entities,…

25 Jun

Day 116 of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’: 153 Smugglers Nabbed, Drugs Seized Across Punjab

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Chandigarh, June 25, 2025 — Punjab Police continues its aggressive crackdown under the ongoing anti-drug mission ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ as 153 drug smugglers were arrested on the 116th day of operations. The massive state-wide action led to the recovery of 1.8 kg of heroin, 2.4 kg of opium, and ₹28,890 in drug money.The arrests, carried out under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, took place simultaneously across all 28 police districts. With this latest action, the total number of arrests under the campaign has risen to 19,185 in just 116 days.Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has…