Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

13 Jan

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurates Punjab’s First Startup Conclave; calls innovation & hard work backbone of startup success

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PHAGWARA (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann inaugurated the state’s first Startup Punjab Conclave at Lovely Professional University (LPU) in Kapurthala, placing innovation, hard work, and entrepreneurship at the heart of the government’s economic vision. Organised by the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Punjab, the Startup Punjab Conclave 2026 emerged as a flagship state-level platform celebrating innovation, entrepreneurship, and the state’s rapidly expanding startup ecosystem. With over 100 startups participating, seed grants being disbursed, and industry leaders, investors, incubators, academic experts, and policymakers converging under one roof, the Bhagwant Mann government sent an unambiguous message of…

13 Jan

Severe cold grips Punjab, Bathinda nears freezing point; dense fog disrupts normal life

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National Times Bureau :- A biting cold wave continued to tighten its grip over Punjab and large parts of north India, with the plains recording temperatures lower than several hill regions. Bathinda emerged as one of the coldest places in the state on Monday, with the minimum temperature plunging to 0.6 degrees Celsius, alarmingly close to the freezing point. The day temperature also remained nearly five degrees below normal, reflecting the intensity of the cold spell. Amritsar recorded a minimum temperature of 1.1 degrees Celsius, adding to the widespread chill across the region. The severe cold was accompanied by dense…

13 Jan

CANADA’S LARGEST GOLD THEFT CASE, KEY SUSPECT ARRESTED AT TORONTO PEARSON AIRPORT

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Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): Peel Regional Police have made a major arrest in connection with what is being described as the largest gold theft in Canadian history. Arsalan Chaudhary (43) was arrested early this morning at Toronto Pearson International Airport after arriving on a flight from Dubai. Chaudhary has been indicted and is scheduled to appear before a Brampton court, facing charges related to the theft of 400 kilograms of gold valued at approximately $20 million, along with $2.5 million in cash. The incident dates back to April 17, 2023, when a high-value cargo shipment arrived from Switzerland. The theft…

12 Jan

Mann Government’s Zero Tolerance Against Gangsters; Anyone Taking Law Into Their Hands Will Face Decisive Action: AAP

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Chandigarh, 12 January,2026: Aam Aadmi Party Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu on Monday asserted that Punjab is completely safe and law & order is firmly under control, and warned that anyone who takes the law into their own hands will not be spared under any circumstances.Addressing a press conference at the party office, Pannu said that certain opposition leaders keep raising questions about law and order, but the reality on the ground clearly proves otherwise. He reiterated Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s zero-tolerance policy, stating that “any person who fires bullets or commits violence will not be dealt with softly;…

12 Jan

Lok Milni in Jalandhar Reinforces People-Centric Governance, Says Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann

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JALANDHAR, 12th January 2026: Braving the biting cold, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday held a Lok Milni in Jalandhar, directly engaging with people from various Assembly constituencies and patiently listening to their grievances. Emphasising that such direct interaction is central to transparent and responsive governance, the Chief Minister said that sustained pro-people initiatives, ranging from free electricity and large-scale employment to healthcare and education reforms, are steadily easing the burden on common families and firmly placing Punjab on the path to reclaim its position as a frontrunner state in the country. Interacting with people from various Assembly constituencies…

12 Jan

World on Edge: Nuclear Arms Race Escalates as India Charts Bold BRICS Strategy

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Delhi (Gurpreet / Rajeev Sharma) : Global security and economic dynamics are at a critical juncture as major powers accelerate nuclear modernization while India asserts a strategic role within BRICS. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI 2025) reports over 12,000 nuclear warheads worldwide, with Russia and the United States controlling nearly 90%. Meanwhile, China’s arsenal is growing rapidly, with hundreds of warheads and new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) silos under development, raising global security stakes even as traditional arms control frameworks face strain. Amid this tense environment, India is leveraging its position in the BRICS bloc (Brazil, Russia, India,…

12 Jan

Ayurvedic Herbal Brew Offers Hope for Fatty Liver Patients

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Chandigarh ( Naval Kishor): Fatty liver disease has emerged as one of the most common but often overlooked health concerns in today’s fast-paced lifestyle. Sedentary habits, irregular eating patterns, excessive consumption of sugary and fried foods, and stress contribute significantly to the buildup of fat in the liver. While the early stages of the disease often show no visible symptoms, neglecting it can lead to serious complications such as inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis, and even liver failure. Understanding Fatty LiverFatty liver occurs when excess fat accumulates in the liver cells. Normally, the liver contains a small amount of fat, but when…

12 Jan

Global Nuclear Arms Race Pushes World Toward Dangerous Brink

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Delhi (Gurpreet Singh) : As the global political and economic order shifts, major world powers are rapidly expanding military spending, pushing the world toward a renewed nuclear arms race. Growing rivalry over markets, resources, and strategic dominance has heightened insecurity, prompting states to view nuclear weapons as the ultimate shield for national survival. The United States, Russia, and China remain at the center of this escalation. All nine nuclear-armed countries including the US, Russia, China, the UK, France, India, Pakistan, North Korea, and Israel continued to modernize their nuclear arsenals in 2024. According to international estimates, the world now possesses…

11 Jan

Punjab CM Calls for Mass Participation in Anti-Drug Drive, Highlights Governance Gains at Bathinda Meet

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Bathinda, 10th January 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday attended a Lok Milni in Bathinda, where he urged party leaders, workers, and cadres to intensify their efforts to further transform the second phase of ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ into a mass movement, asserting that Punjab is leading the nation’s decisive war against drugs.Interacting with party leaders, workers, and other cadres during a Lok Milni, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The state government has launched the second phase of Yudh Nashean Virudh with the clear objective of completely eradicating the menace of drugs from Punjab. Big leaders of previous…

11 Jan

Mission Pragati Boosts Competitive Exam Preparation as Punjab CM Engages with Aspirants in Bathinda

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Bathinda, 11th January 2026: Reinforcing the Punjab government’s focus on preparing youth for competitive careers, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Sunday interacted with candidates and students enrolled under Mission Pragati at the District Library in Bathinda, highlighting the state’s effort to provide free academic and physical training to rural and meritorious students for recruitment examinations, including the SSB, police and armed forces, as part of its broader education-led push to turn job seekers into job givers. Interacting with students under Mission Pragati at the District Library in Bathinda, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann welcomed those who gathered despite the…