Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

11 Feb

CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Public Not to Fall for Rumours on Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Assures ₹10 Lakh Free Treatment

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CHANDIGARH, 10th February 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday appealed to the people of Punjab not to be misled by misleading and malicious propaganda being spread by anti-Punjab forces regarding the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, the flagship healthcare programme of the state government.In a video message addressed to the people, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Punjab government launched this ambitious scheme to ensure that every resident of Punjab, especially those from the weaker sections of society, has direct access to quality medical treatment.”Explaining the scope of the initiative, Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “To provide comprehensive healthcare…

10 Feb

AAP Questions Governor’s Anti-Drug Yatra, Alleges Presence of Political Backers of Drug Trade

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CHANDIGARH, 10th February 2026: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Tuesday raised serious questions over the so-called anti-drug yatra initiated by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, saying that while the AAP government has been consistently leading the fight against drugs across the state, the Governor’s parallel yatra sends a deeply troubling message about who he is choosing to stand with.Addressing a press conference at the AAP office, Punjab Chief Spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “Under the guidance of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP government has been…

10 Feb

Indian Railways to Phase Out UTS Mobile App from March 1, Introduces RailOne as Unified Platform

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New Delhi, February 10: Indian Railways has announced that the UTS on Mobile application, commonly used for booking unreserved and suburban train tickets, will be discontinued from March 1, 2026. After this date, passengers will no longer be able to book tickets or access any services through the UTS app. Railway authorities have advised commuters to shift to the RailOne application well in advance to avoid inconvenience. RailOne has been launched as a comprehensive digital platform that integrates multiple railway services into a single application, replacing several existing apps. A large number of daily passengers rely on mobile ticketing, particularly…

10 Feb

Punjab Government Targets Khanna’s Meat Market in Renewed Drive Against Drug Abuse

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Khanna, Ludhiana, February 10: Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, along with Khanna SSP Dr. Darpan Ahluwalia, appealed to the people on Tuesday to unite in the fight against drugs until the menace is completely eradicated from Khanna.With joint cooperation from police and civil administration, a major plan has been prepared to make Meat Market free of the drugs, Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond stated a comprehensive plan has been prepared through close coordination between the civil and police administrations to bring positive change to families in the area. He urged the residents of Meat Market to actively support the state…

10 Feb

Bittu’s Video Rips Open Congress–Akali Nexus; Fixed-Match Politics That Looted Punjab Exposed: Baltej Pannu

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National Times Bureau :- Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Media Incharge Baltej Pannu on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal, alleging that both parties ran a decades-long, covert power-sharing arrangement that systematically looted Punjab while posing as political opponents. Addressing a press conference at the AAP party office here, Pannu played a video clip of Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu, claiming that the clip itself exposes the “hand-in-glove politics” between Congress and Akali leadership. In the video, Bittu is heard admitting that in 2017, efforts were made to defeat Bhagwant Mann and ensure the victory…

10 Feb

T20 World Cup 2026: BCCI sticks to policy, bars players from staying with families during tournament

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National Times Bureau :- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided not to allow players to stay with their families during the T20 World Cup. The board has chosen to continue with a policy introduced after India’s 1-3 defeat to Australia in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. According to a report, the current team management sought clarification from the BCCI on the matter but was told that the rule would remain in place. Under the existing policy, players can have their families accompany them for up to 14 days only if an overseas tour lasts longer than 45…

10 Feb

Fresh violence in Manipur: Curfew imposed, internet suspended for five days in Ukhrul district

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National Times Bureau :- A significant security clampdown was triggered in Manipur's Ukhrul district with authorities imposing a curfew and suspending internet services for five days after fresh violence erupted after armed miscreants allegedly set houses on fire, forcing residents to flee their homes overnight. The tensions escalated late on Monday after armed groups set afire several houses in Litan Sareikhong village and fired several rounds in the air, triggering panic among the residents through the hill district. Fearing further violence, many villagers fled with essential belongings to safer areas in neighbouring Kangpokpi district, while several Tangkhul villagers were also…

09 Feb

AAP Stages Protest Outside Bajwa’s Residence Over Alleged Remarks, Police Use Water Cannons Amid Tensions

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CHANDIGARH, 9th February 2026: Calling out Congress’s casteist and elitist remarks into a flashpoint on Punjab’s streets, senior leaders, ministers, MLAs, and hundreds of karyakartas of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Sunday held a high-voltage band-baja protest outside the residence of Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa, slamming Congress leadership for mocking Dalits, degrading honest livelihoods, and exposing its deeply feudal and dynastic mindset. As AAP leaders moved to gherao Partap Singh Bajwa’s house, tensions escalated into a clash with the police, water cannons were used to disperse the crowd, and several leaders and workers were injured,…

09 Feb

Akal Takht Issues Key Directives on Guru Granth Sahib Probe, Hola Mohalla Conduct, and Overseas Gurdwara Dispute

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AMRITSAR/CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh) — Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj on Sunday issued a series of directives concerning the investigation into missing sacred saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, religious discipline, and several Panthic matters, while also raising concerns over recent administrative and policing actions. Addressing the media at the Sri Akal Takht Secretariat, the Jathedar urged the Punjab government to ensure that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the case of 328 sacred saroops consists exclusively of Amritdhari (initiated) Sikh police officers. He said the demand follows concerns raised by Sikh communities in India and…

09 Feb

Chandigarh-Based Journalist Killed in Late-Night Road Accident Near Mohali Courts

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National Times Bureau :- A journalist from Chandigarh lost his life in a tragic road accident late Sunday night after his motorcycle crashed into a road divider near the Mohali court complex. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over road safety and the lack of immediate emergency response on major urban roads. According to available information, the victim, identified as Davinder Singh, sustained critical injuries after his motorcycle hit the divider with force. Due to the absence of any emergency medical services at the spot, he could not be shifted to a hospital in time. Eyewitnesses said Singh…