Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

11 Jan

Punjab Creates Employment Record as CM Bhagwant Mann Distributes Appointment Letters to 1,746 Police Constables

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Jalandhar, 11th January 2026: At a time when government employment has become a distant promise for youth in most states, Punjab presents a sharply contrasting picture. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann distributed appointment letters to 1,746 police constables at PAP Ground in Jalandhar, underlining a governance record that delivers outcomes rather than announcements. Since March 16, 2022, the Punjab government has been providing government jobs to an average of 45 youth every single day, creating history with 63,027 appointments in less than four years. The mass induction not only strengthens the Punjab Police but also reinforces a clear message of…

11 Jan

North India shatters Winter records as temperature plunge sharply, Cold wave to persist

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National Times Bureau :- Winter has tightened its grip across North India, breaking several past records as temperatures plunged sharply in many regions. Cities across Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan witnessed a steep fall in mercury levels. According to the Meteorological Department, there is no immediate relief from the cold wave over the next two days. Severe Cold Across North IndiaThe national capital Delhi recorded its coldest day of the season on Sunday. Minimum temperatures at various locations in the city were as follows: Aya Nagar: 2.9°C (lowest in Delhi)Palam: 3.0°CRidge area: 3.7°CLodhi Road: 4.6°CSafdarjung: 4.8°CColdest Plains in the CountryRajasthan…

10 Jan

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils ₹90 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Bathinda, Dedicates Multania ROB and Clears New Janata Nagar Bridge

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Bathinda, January 10, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced a major infrastructure push for Bathinda, dedicating projects worth nearly ₹90 crore aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving urban connectivity. The Chief Minister formally inaugurated the rebuilt Multania Railway Over Bridge (ROB) and approved the construction of a new ROB at Janata Nagar. Addressing a public gathering after inaugurating the Multania ROB, Mann said Bathinda’s strategic importance as a key railway junction has long posed mobility challenges for residents, as multiple railway lines divide the city into different zones. He noted that the Multania bridge, built…

10 Jan

‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’: Punjab Government Unveils School-Centric Action Plan to Shield Young Minds from Drugs

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabHarjot Singh Bains, Punjab Anti-drug campaign, school-based drug prevention, Yudh Nashean Virudh

Chandigarh/SAS Nagar, January 10, 2025— In a decisive push to tackle drug abuse at its roots, the Punjab Government has rolled out a comprehensive, school-led action plan under its ongoing ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign, placing education and prevention at the centre of its strategy to safeguard young minds. The initiative, being implemented under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, positions schools and teachers as the first line of defence in Punjab’s long-term battle against drugs. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said the government’s focus is not only on strict action against drug smugglers but also on protecting children…

10 Jan

Thanks to the Maan Government’s Digital vision, Easy Registry sets a record with over 3.70 lakh Registries recorded in just 6 months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Hardeep Singh Mundian, Punjab, Punjab government, Revenue Minister

Chandigarh ,10 January 2026: Punjab Revenue, Rehabilitation and Disaster Management Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian on Friday said that the Easy Registry initiative has emerged as a game-changer in Punjab’s property registration system, delivering strong and consistent outcomes across the state.Revenue Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said that from its inception in July 2025 till December 2025, a total of 3,70,967 property documents were registered, marking a major push towards transparent, corruption-free and citizen-friendly land services. “The response to Easy Registry clearly shows that people trust a system that is transparent, time-bound and free from harassment. In just six months, more than…

10 Jan

Gunmen Open Fire at Luxury Car Showroom Near Mullanpur in Ludhiana

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National Times Bureau :- Panic gripped the Badduwal area near Mullanpur on Saturday after two unidentified assailants opened fire at a luxury car showroom in broad daylight. The attackers arrived on a motorcycle and fired multiple rounds at the showroom before fleeing the spot, leaving staff and bystanders shaken. No injuries were reported in the incident, but the firing caused fear in the busy area and raised concerns over public safety. Police teams rushed to the spot soon after receiving information and launched an investigation. CCTV footage from the area is being examined to identify the attackers and trace their…

10 Jan

Jalandhar Police Register FIR Over Doctored Video Targeting AAP Leader Atishi

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National Times Bureau :- The Jalandhar commissionerate police on Friday registered an FIR against unidentified persons over alleged doctored video clip of AAP leader and Delhi assembly leader of opposition Atishi making derogatory remarks about Guru Tegh Bahadur. The FIR was lodged at the Cyber Cell police station on the complaint of local AAP leader Iqbal Singh. According to the police, no accused has been named so far in the FIR, however the video link shared by Delhi minister Kapil Mishra was downloaded and examined as part of the probe. A police spokesperson said the audio from the clip was…

10 Jan

Cracks force 15 families to vacate Shimla building, 4-lane project under scrutiny

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National Times Bureau :- At least 15 families were evacuated from a multi-storey residential building in Shimla’s Chalaunthi area after visible cracks emerged in the structure, prompting safety concerns late Friday night, officials confirmed on Saturday. Residents said the cracks had been appearing over the past few days but worsened significantly on Friday, making the building unsafe for occupation. Locals have alleged that nearby four-lane highway construction work could be a contributing factor to the damage. According to residents, the issue was brought to the notice of officials of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) earlier, but no immediate…

10 Jan

Before son could take flight, tragedy strikes: Father among 4 killed on way to Amritsar airport

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National Times Bureau :- At least four persons were killed and one sustained critical injuries after a car collided with a Punjab Roadways bus on the Dasuya–Hoshiarpur road near Adda Dosarka early Saturday morning. According to police officials, the accident occurred around 6 am when a car carrying five occupants attempted to enter the main road amid dense fog. The vehicle was hit by a Pathankot depot bus travelling from Dasuya to Hoshiarpur, leading to a devastating impact. The collision was so severe that the car was completely mangled, resulting in the deaths of four occupants on the spot. The…

10 Jan

Delhi wakes up to season’s coldest morning at 4.2 degrees; trains delayed, flight ops hit

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National Times Bureau :- Delhi recorded its coldest January morning of the season on Saturday, with the temperature dipping to 4.2°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The steep fall came after unexpected rain on Friday, which had already cooled the city and nearby regions. The IMD has predicted that dense fog will continue in the early mornings and late nights, and daytime temperatures will stay low because of weak sunlight. Meanwhile airlines have issued an advisory as dense fog sharply reduced visibility, particularly around the Delhi airport runway area. “Operations are running under CAT III conditions, and visibility…