Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

09 Jan

Majithia Aide Arrested, Police Secure Two-Day Remand

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Chandigarh, January 9, 2026— Following the arrest of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, Punjab Police have now arrested one of his close associates in connection with the same case. According to information, the police have taken into custody Davinder Verka, who had been serving as a sewadar at Majithia’s Amritsar residence for the past several years.Davinder Verka was produced before a court, which granted the police a two-day remand for further questioning.As per officials, Verka has been arrested in a case registered for allegedly obstructing the functioning of the Vigilance Bureau at the time of Majithia’s arrest.…

09 Jan

Children will now receive Organic mid-day meals; the Mann government will create ‘Nutritious Gardens’ in 5,000 government schools across Punjab.

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Chandigarh, January 9, 2026: Punjab's fertile soil will not only replenish the nation's food reserves but also lay the foundation for a brighter future and better health for children studying in government schools. The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has taken a historic decision to radically transform the state's educational infrastructure by establishing nutritious gardens in 5,073 government schools. This initiative will not only free children from the cycle of malnutrition but is also a revolutionary step towards making Punjab a leading state in the country in the field of health and education. Based on the guidelines…

09 Jan

Gruesome Murder in Ludhiana: Police Arrest Man and Woman, Love Angle Suspected

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National Times Bureau :- Ludhiana police have cracked a shocking murder case involving the brutal killing of a young man whose dismembered body was found dumped in a vacant plot earlier this week. Investigators have arrested two accused — a woman and a man — and initial findings suggest that the crime may be linked to a personal relationship dispute. The horrifying discovery was made near the Jalandhar Bypass in the jurisdiction of Salem Tabri police station, where locals noticed suspicious material inside a deserted plot and alerted the authorities. Upon reaching the spot, police recovered the victim’s body, which…

09 Jan

Delhi Court frames charges against Lalu Yadav, family in Railways land-for-jobs case

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National Times Bureau :- A Delhi court on Friday concluded that there is enough material to put RJD president Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family members on trial in the alleged Railways land-for-jobs scam, observing that the accusations point to a well-planned misuse of public office. Special Judge Vishal Gogne, while ordering the framing of charges, said the evidence collected by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) suggests that railway recruitments were allegedly manipulated as part of a larger scheme to obtain properties for personal benefit. The court rejected pleas seeking discharge, holding that the allegations could not be brushed aside…

09 Jan

Senior IPS Dr Ravjot Kaur’s suspension revoked

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative move, the Election Commission (EC) has revoked the suspension of senior IPS officer Ravjot Kaur Grewal of the Punjab cadre. Grewal, a 2015-batch officer who was serving as the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Tarn Taran, had been placed under suspension in November 2025 following allegations of violating the Model Code of Conduct during the high-stakes assembly by-election for the Tarn Taran seat. The reinstatement order comes after the successful completion of the entire electoral process and a detailed departmental review of the complaints lodged against her. The initial disciplinary action…

09 Jan

Chandigarh extends winter vacations for schools till January 13

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National Times Bureau :- The Chandigarh Administration has announced an extension of winter vacations for all schools in the city, offering students and parents continued relief amid prevailing winter conditions. According to the latest directive, schools in Chandigarh will now remain closed until January 13. Educational institutions are scheduled to reopen and function as usual from January 14. The decision applies to all government and private schools operating in the Union Territory. School authorities have been advised to follow the existing instructions strictly and inform parents and students accordingly. The extension comes as part of the administration’s precautionary measures, keeping in…

08 Jan

Punjab Cabinet Meeting Scheduled at CM Residence Tomorrow

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National Times Bureau :- A meeting of the Punjab Cabinet is scheduled to be held on January 9 at 4:00 pm at the official residence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Chandigarh. The meeting will be chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and is considered to be significant from an administrative point of view. According to sources, several important issues related to state governance, development projects, and policy matters are likely to be discussed during the meeting. Key decisions concerning public welfare and administrative reforms may also be taken. Senior ministers and top officials of the Punjab government are expected…

08 Jan

Chandigarh: NIA court to declare Goldy Brar fugitive, issues 30-day ultimatum

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National Times Bureau :-A National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court in Chandigarh has issued a 30-day ultimatum to terrorist Satwinder Singh alias Goldy Brar to appear in person within 30 days. The court has also directed the agency to declare him fugitive if he fails to appear in the court. A case of kidnapping a businessman was registered against Goldy Brar in Chandigarh on January 20, 2024, which the NIA took over on March 8, 2024. Goldy is also the mastermind behind the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. The central government has already designated him as a terrorist, and he…

08 Jan

Youth’s body found chopped into three parts near Jalandhar bypass in Ludhiana

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National Times Bureau :- In yet another case highlighting deteriorating law and order situation in Punjab, a gruesome incident has come to light in Ludhiana, where the body of a young man was found chopped into three pieces in an empty plot near Sacred Heart School, close to the Jalandhar bypass. A passerby noticed the body and raised the alarm, following which the police were informed. Police personnel from Salem Tabri police station reached the spot and launched an investigation. The area has been sealed as part of the probe, and a forensic team has also been deployed to collect evidence.…

08 Jan

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann seeks live telecast of appearance before Akal Takht on Jan 15; SGPC reacts

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has appealed to the Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, to permit a live telecast of his appearance before the highest Sikh temporal authority on January 15. Making the request through a post on social media platform X, CM Mann said Sikhs across the globe are seeking full transparency in the proceedings. The Chief Minister stated that he has received numerous messages from members of the global Sikh community who want the entire process to be broadcast live, including the submission of accounts related to the Guru’s…