Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

07 Jun

NIA chargesheets Khalistani terrorist Goldy Brar, 4 others in Gurugram bomb attack case

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New Delhi, Jun 7: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted five accused, including Canada-based Khalistani terrorist Goldy Brar, in the 2024 case relating to bomb attacks at two clubs in Gurugram, officials said on Saturday. The NIA has booked Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar, along with Sachin Taliyan, Ankit, Bhawish and US-based Randeep Singh alias Randeep Malik, under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Arms Act, Explosives Substance Act, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in its charge sheet filed before a court in Panchkula on Friday, they said. Barring Brar and Malik, all others have been…

07 Jun

Punjab Police seeks from Tinder details about account suspected to be linked to Amritpal Singh

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Chandigarh, Jun 7: Punjab Police has sought information from dating app Tinder about an account suspected to be linked with radical preacher and Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh who has been booked in the murder of a Sikh activist. In a communication to Tinder the Faridkot police said it was probing the murder case of Sikh activist Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau who was shot dead on October 9 last year while returning home from the village Gurdwara on his motorcycle. Nau was a member of the radical outfit Waris Punjab De headed by Amritpal Singh. Punjab Director General of Police…

07 Jun

CM Mann Assures Justice in Samana Tragedy, Announces Memorial and Safety Reforms

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Punjab road safety, Samana accident, schoolchildren deaths, Tipper

Samana (Punjab), June 7, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday visited Samana to meet the grieving families of seven schoolchildren who lost their lives in a devastating road accident earlier this week. Describing the incident as “deeply heartbreaking,” Mann pledged justice, accountability, and long-term systemic reforms to prevent such tragedies.During his visit, CM Mann offered condolences and addressed the core demands of the victims' families, many of whom had been protesting for action and answers in the aftermath of the incident.Key Announcements by CM Mann:Strict Action Against Police Lapses: Mann ordered disciplinary measures against police officials who…

07 Jun

Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal Presented in Mohali Court; Police Allege ISI Links, Seek 7-Day Remand

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjabespionage case, ISI agent Danish, Jasbir Singh Mahal, Mohali court

Mohali, June 7, 2025 — Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal was produced before the Mohali district court on Friday amid serious espionage allegations linking him to Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI. The police have requested a seven-day remand for further investigation.During the court proceedings, the government prosecutor informed the judge that Mahal had been introduced to an ISI agent named Danish, who allegedly facilitated contact between Mahal and Pakistani intelligence. Police revealed that Mahal had traveled to Pakistan six times, and during one such visit, his laptop was reportedly in the possession of an ISI agent for nearly 1.5 hours.The prosecution…

07 Jun

Ravneet Bittu Lauds Centre for Swift Action on Punjab’s Power Demands

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab has received a major nod from the Central Government to strengthen its power infrastructure, with Union Minister Ravneet Bittu confirming prompt approval of key energy proposals made by the state. Taking to X, Bittu praised the Centre’s responsiveness: “The Union Government has never held back on supporting Punjab. Every issue raised by Punjab’s Power Minister yesterday was wholeheartedly acknowledged and promptly approved by the Union Minister.” The approved proposals include: Sanctioning of three new power generation units, each with a capacity of 800 MW, expected to greatly ease electricity shortages. Resolution of coal transportation challenges, ensuring…

07 Jun

Punjab Reports Second Death Due to COVID-19, 69-Year-Old Woman from Ludhiana Succumbs

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Ludhiana (National Times): The resurgence of COVID-19 in Punjab has claimed its second victim, raising fresh concerns about the virus's spread in the state. A 69-year-old woman from Ludhiana succumbed to the infection, health officials confirmed today. According to the State Health Department, the deceased had been admitted to a hospital in Ludhiana after complaining of breathlessness and fever. Despite medical intervention, her condition deteriorated rapidly, and she passed away due to COVID-related complications. This is the second COVID-19 fatality in Punjab amid a slow but steady increase in reported cases. The total number of active COVID-19 cases in the…

07 Jun

More Arrested in Ferozepur Tattoo Shop Shootout Case During Police-CI Encounter

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Ferozepur (National Times): In a major breakthrough in the Ferozepur tattoo shop shootout case, police and counter-intelligence (CI) officials arrested three more accused during an encounter on Friday night. The accused were identified as Gurjinder alias Ghoda, Amarjit Singh, and Sonu. The joint operation unfolded at a naka near Ratta Khera village, where the police team intercepted the suspects while tracking their movements. According to DIG Harmanbir Gill, the accused opened fire on the police team during the chase, prompting retaliation. All three suspects sustained injuries during the exchange and were subsequently taken into custody. Four weapons were seized from…

06 Jun

Russian Air Assault on Kyiv Kills Four Amid Escalating Retaliatory Strikes

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsWorld NewsKyiv airstrike, missile and drone attack, Operation Spiderweb, Russia-Ukraine conflict

Kyiv, Ukraine – June 6, 2025: In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone attack on Ukraine, primarily targeting the capital city, Kyiv. The assault resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals and injured approximately 50 others. Among the deceased were three emergency responders who were killed while attempting to extinguish fires caused by the strikes.The Ukrainian Air Force reported that the attack comprised 407 drones and 44 missiles, marking one of the most extensive aerial bombardments since the war began in 2022. While many of the projectiles were intercepted,…

06 Jun

SSP Vigilance Suspended Amid Allegations of Fabricating Summons to Aid Congress Leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBharat Bhushan Ashu, Ludhiana West bypoll, SSP Vigilance suspended

Chandigarh, June 6, 2025 — In a dramatic twist ahead of the Ludhiana West bypolls, the Punjab government has suspended the SSP Vigilance officer who issued a summons to Congress leader Bharat Bhushan Ashu. The development has raised serious questions about the authenticity and motive behind the notice, which has now been nullified. Ashu will no longer need to appear before the Vigilance Bureau today.According to government sources, an internal probe revealed that the summons may have been orchestrated by Ashu himself to generate public sympathy ahead of the crucial by-election. Allegedly, there was direct communication between Ashu and the…

06 Jun

Clash Averted at Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Operation Blue Star Anniversary; Jathedar Refrains from Message

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Amritsar (National Times): The 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star was observed peacefully today at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, amid high anticipation and heightened security. A potential confrontation was averted after acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj chose not to deliver a message to the Sikh Panth (community) and instead confined himself to performing the Ardas (prayer). In a significant move aimed at maintaining harmony, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), led by President Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured the families of those martyred during the 1984 military operation, which targeted militants inside the Golden Temple complex but also resulted in…