Gurpreet Singh

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Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Racket Busted in Fazilka; Huge Cache of Weapons Seized

Cross-Border Arms Smuggling Racket Busted in Fazilka; Huge Cache of Weapons Seized

Fazilka (Gurpreet Singh): In a major crackdown on international arms trafficking, the Fazilka Police have successfully uncovered a cross-border weapons smuggling operation with suspected ties to handlers based in Pakistan. Two individuals have been taken into custody following the bust, which led to the recovery of a substantial stockpile of firearms and ammunition. The seizure includes 18 pistols, 1,847 rounds of ammunition, and 42 magazines. Officials revealed that the operation was launched based on credible intelligence, pointing toward an organized racket facilitated by operatives from across the border. According to sources, the arrested men were acting under instructions from foreign-based…
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After Hospital Discharge, Punjab CM to Lead Statewide Flood Relief Review Today

After Hospital Discharge, Punjab CM to Lead Statewide Flood Relief Review Today

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is returning to official duties just a day after being released from the hospital, with his first major task being a comprehensive review of Punjab’s flood relief operations. The Chief Minister was discharged from Fortis Hospital, Mohali on Thursday afternoon after a six-day stay. He exited the hospital at approximately 4:35 PM, briefly acknowledging the public gathered outside before heading straight to his official residence in Chandigarh. Officials confirmed that CM Mann will chair a high-level virtual meeting today at 11:00 AM, where top bureaucrats — including departmental secretaries and deputy commissioners from…
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AAP Counters BJP Over Disaster Relief Funds, Releases SDRF Figures

AAP Counters BJP Over Disaster Relief Funds, Releases SDRF Figures

Chandigarh, Sept 11 — The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Thursday made public the official figures of the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF), alleging that the data exposes what it described as “misleading propaganda” by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding disaster relief funds. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, while addressing the press, said the state has received a total of ₹1,582 crore under SDRF from the Centre since April 1, 2022. Out of this, ₹649 crore has already been used for relief and rehabilitation, while the balance continues to fund ongoing flood-related work. He also shared a…
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Hoshiarpur: Woman Killed, Three Injured in Fatal Road Accident Near Bahowal

Hoshiarpur: Woman Killed, Three Injured in Fatal Road Accident Near Bahowal

National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident was reported from Hoshiarpur district on Thursday when a Swift car and a Bolero pickup collided head-on near Bahowal village on the Mahilpur–Hoshiarpur road. The impact was devastating, killing a woman travelling in the car on the spot. Three others, including the pickup driver and his companion, sustained serious injuries. Police reached the scene shortly after being alerted, took possession of the body, and began further investigation. The injured were rushed to the Civil Hospital, Mahilpur, with the help of the Road Safety Force personnel, who also cleared the wrecked vehicles from…
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ISIS Module Busted in Delhi, Five Suspected Terrorists Arrested

ISIS Module Busted in Delhi, Five Suspected Terrorists Arrested

National Times Bureau :- In a major counterterrorism operation, security agencies in Delhi have dismantled an ISIS-linked module and arrested five suspected terrorists. According to officials, the arrests followed a swift intelligence-led operation aimed at preventing a possible terror conspiracy in the national capital. The accused were reportedly in touch with foreign handlers and were planning activities to destabilize the region. Sources said incriminating material, including electronic devices and documents linked to ISIS propaganda, was recovered during raids. The suspects are currently being interrogated to trace their wider network and to establish the extent of their plans. Authorities have termed…
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Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Discharged From Hospital

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Discharged From Hospital

Chandigarh, September 11, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann was discharged from Fortis Hospital in Mohali on Thursday after showing steady improvement in his health condition, doctors confirmed.Mann had been admitted on September 5 following severe exhaustion and a drop in heart rate. Hospital officials said his vitals had stabilised and test reports indicated continuous recovery before they allowed him to leave.Even during his stay at the hospital, Mann did not detach himself from state affairs. He chaired virtual meetings, including a Cabinet session through video conferencing, to monitor flood relief operations and guide senior officials on rescue measures. His…
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Shah Rukh Khan’s Meer Foundation Joins Voice of Amritsar for Flood Relief in Punjab

Shah Rukh Khan’s Meer Foundation Joins Voice of Amritsar for Flood Relief in Punjab

Amritsar, September 11, 2025: Shah Rukh Khan’s Meer Foundation, a non-profit widely recognized for supporting acid attack survivors across India, has stepped forward to aid flood-affected communities in Punjab. The foundation is partnering with Amritsar-based NGO Voice of Amritsar (VOA) to carry out relief and rehabilitation efforts in two villages along the banks of the Ravi river, where floods have devastated homes and livelihoods.Seenu Arora, founding member of VOA, confirmed that Meer Foundation approached them for collaboration on ground-level relief operations. “They are contributing to our project that focuses on distributing household goods such as beds, mattresses, gas stoves, fans,…
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Punjab on High Alert as IMD Predicts Heavy Rain; Bhakra Dam Releases Water as Precaution

Punjab on High Alert as IMD Predicts Heavy Rain; Bhakra Dam Releases Water as Precaution

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): As weather systems strengthen over North India, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an alert for widespread heavy rainfall across Punjab for three consecutive days — September 12, 13, and 14. In response, water management authorities have begun taking precautionary steps to prevent any flood-related emergencies. In a significant move, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains revealed that at 11:30 AM today, an additional 5,000 cusecs of water was released from Bhakra Dam to ease pressure on the reservoir and accommodate possible inflows from the expected downpours. “The discharge is a precautionary action based on the…
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Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Reviews Kotkapura Drainage and Civic Issues

Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Reviews Kotkapura Drainage and Civic Issues

Sandhwan, Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan today held a meeting with district officials at his native village Sandhwan to address Kotkapura’s recurring waterlogging problem and other civic concerns. Deputy Commissioner Poonamdeep Kaur and officials from various departments were present. During the meeting, Speaker Sandhwan stressed that stagnant water during the rainy season creates major hardships for residents. He directed that regular cleaning of the city’s drainage and water disposal lines must be ensured so that citizens get permanent relief from the issue.The meeting also discussed detailed plans for the upcoming new bus stand, the construction…
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Good news – Clear Weather in Punjab Today, No Alert Issued Till September 12

Good news – Clear Weather in Punjab Today, No Alert Issued Till September 12

National Times Bureau :- Punjab experienced clear skies and pleasant weather conditions today after several days of heavy rainfall and flood-like situations in different parts of the state. According to the Meteorological Department, no rain-related alerts have been issued for Punjab until September 12. Officials said that the weather is expected to remain stable across most districts, bringing relief to residents and farmers who were struggling due to continuous rainfall in the past week. The department also stated that there are no chances of any heavy showers or storms during this period, though light and scattered rain cannot be completely…
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