Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

25 Jun

AAP Ministers Question Majithia’s Wealth, Assert Zero Tolerance Policy on Drugs

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Chandigarh, June 25, 2025 — Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders on Tuesday stepped up their attack on Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikram Singh Majithia following revelations from an ongoing probe into alleged drug money laundering. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema questioned the source of Majithia’s amassed ₹500 crore wealth, directly linking it to the state’s long-standing drug crisis.“Will Majithia explain if his wealth of ₹500 crore comes from the drug trade?” Cheema asked at a press briefing in Chandigarh, asserting that the AAP government is determined to root out narco-politics from the state. “This is an unprecedented…

25 Jun

DSGMC Executive Board Re-elected Unopposed: A Testament to Unity and Seva

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New Delhi (National Times): In a significant and symbolic development, the Executive Board of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) has been re-elected unopposed, a rare and commendable instance that reflects deep-rooted unity, mutual trust, and a shared commitment to serve the Panth. The peaceful and uncontested re-election of the board stands as a testament to the collective will of the Sikh leadership in Delhi, placing service (Seva), harmony, and Panthic priorities above political rivalry or factionalism. Newly Elected DSGMC Office Bearers: Harmeet Singh Kalka – President Harvinder Singh K.P. – Vice President Atma Singh Lubana – Junior Vice…

25 Jun

Bikram Singh Majithia Arrested by Punjab Vigilance Bureau in Fresh Disproportionate Assets Case

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Amritsar/Chandigarh (National Times): In a major development with significant political ramifications, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Wednesday arrested Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former state minister Bikram Singh Majithia following raids conducted at his Amritsar residence and multiple other properties across the state. The arrest comes under a fresh FIR registered in a disproportionate assets case. According to senior VB officials, the raids were part of an extensive operation that covered 25 locations across Punjab, including nine sites in Amritsar district alone. The agency stated that the new FIR was the outcome of revelations made during the ongoing…

25 Jun

Bikram Singh Majithia Detained by Vigilance Bureau Amid Ongoing Investigation

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Amritsar (National Times): In a significant political development, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) senior leader and former Punjab cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia was detained by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Wednesday morning, following a raid at his residence in Majitha. According to officials, a large team of around 30 Vigilance officers entered Majithia's house early in the day and carried out a search operation lasting several hours. The officers reportedly examined financial and property-related documents before detaining the veteran leader for questioning in an ongoing investigation. Sources suggest that the action is part of an inquiry into alleged disproportionate assets…

25 Jun

Heated Exchange Erupts as Bikram Majithia, Vigilance Bureau Officials Clash Over Alleged “Trespassing” During Raid

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Amritsar (National Times): Tensions flared on Wednesday morning when a team of over 25 officials from the Punjab Vigilance Bureau raided the residence of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former cabinet minister Bikram Singh Majithia in Majitha, near Amritsar. The raid, reportedly part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial irregularities, quickly escalated into a verbal standoff as Majithia and his family accused the officials of “trespassing” and using excessive force. According to sources, the officials entered Majithia’s residence around 7 a.m. and instructed him to cooperate with the investigation. However, the situation turned contentious when SAD MLA…

25 Jun

Vigilance Bureau Raids Bikram Singh Majithia’s House

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Amritsar (National Times): A team from the Punjab Vigilance Bureau raided the residence of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader and former minister Bikram Singh Majithia on Wednesday morning in connection with an ongoing probe into alleged corruption and misuse of power. The raid, which began early in the morning at Majithia’s residence in Majitha, near Amritsar, continued for several hours. Officials from the bureau were seen examining documents and other materials, reportedly related to Majithia’s past tenure in the Punjab government. Tight security was deployed around the premises, with no one allowed to enter or leave the house during the…

24 Jun

#IStandWithDiljit: Amid Film Controversy, Punjabi Celebrities Rally Behind Diljit Dosanjh

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Mumbai/Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — As protests erupt across parts of India over Diljit Dosanjh’s latest film, the Punjabi entertainment industry has closed ranks in support of the global music and film icon. Accusations of cultural insensitivity have been levelled against certain scenes and dialogues in the movie, prompting screening cancellations and calls for a ban. However, a growing chorus of artists and fans is defending Dosanjh's artistic freedom, sparking a nationwide conversation on creativity and identity.The controversy began when religious and political groups objected to specific depictions in the film, claiming they were offensive to cultural and religious sentiments.…

24 Jun

Punjab Police Arrest 140 Drug Smugglers, Seize 3 Kg Heroin on Day 115 of ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’

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Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 — The Punjab Police continued its relentless crackdown on the drug trade under the anti-narcotics campaign “Yudh Nashian Virudh,” arresting 140 drug smugglers and seizing 3 kilograms of heroin along with ₹60,500 in drug money on the 115th day of the drive.According to officials, this brings the total number of drug-related arrests to a staggering 19,007 since the operation began marking a significant milestone in Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s ongoing war against drugs. The state-wide raids were conducted simultaneously across all 28 police districts under the supervision of Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav.Special…

24 Jun

Punjab CM Seeks Official Space for AAP Office in Chandigarh, Announces Cabinet Expansion

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Chandigarh, June 24, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday met Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to formally request allotment of office space in Chandigarh for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), citing the party's national status and recent electoral successes.Addressing the media after the meeting at Raj Bhavan, CM Mann emphasized that AAP has fulfilled all legal requirements for a party office in the Union Territory, just like the Congress, BJP, and Shiromani Akali Dal, which already have established offices there. “We are a national party with MLAs in states like Goa and Gujarat. We recently won the Ludhiana…

24 Jun

Punjab Police and UIDAI Collaborate to Sensitize Officers on Secure Aadhaar Usage in Policing

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CHANDIGARH (National Times): To strengthen the understanding of Aadhaar regulations and its lawful integration with policing services, Punjab Police’s Community Affairs Division (CAD), in collaboration with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Regional Office, Chandigarh, organised an awareness workshop to sensitise police officers on the secure use of Aadhaar in governance and law enforcement.The session was guided by the team of UIDAI Regional Office, led by CMDE Dhiraj Sarin, DDG Chandigarh, in the presence of Special Director General of Police (Special DGP) Community Affairs Division, Gurpreet Kaur Deo, and ADGP TSS Ram Singh to ensure responsible and secure usage…