Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

28 Aug

Akali Leader Bikram Majithia’s Judicial Custody Extended Till September 6 in Drug-Linked Money Laundering Case

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant setback for senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, a local court on Thursday extended his judicial custody until September 6 in connection with disproportionate assets and alleged money laundering cases tied to the drug trade. Majithia, currently lodged in New Nabha Jail near Patiala, had his bail plea rejected earlier, with the court citing the serious nature of the charges and the ongoing investigation by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. Sources indicate that the bureau is still scrutinizing financial transactions and property records allegedly linked to Majithia, and more evidence is expected…

28 Aug

Ashwani Sharma’s Elder Brother R.P. Sharma Passes Away, Cremation in Pathankot on August 29

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Ram Prasad Sharma, elder brother of BJP Punjab working president Ashwani Sharma, has passed away after battling illness. He was 63. Family members informed that R.P. Sharma had been undergoing treatment at PGI Chandigarh for the last 15 days. His health deteriorated recently, and he was admitted to the ICU, where doctors tried to revive him, but he could not recover. R.P. Sharma retired as an Assistant General Manager from Power Grid and was widely respected in his community. Those close to the family say he was more than just an elder brother to Ashwani Sharma, often…

28 Aug

Water Level at Pong Dam Breaches Critical Mark, BBMB to Release 1.10 Lakh Cusecs into Beas River

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Himachal Pradesh (National Times): With the water level at Pong Dam rising beyond the critical threshold of 1,396 feet, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has announced the release of 1.10 lakh cusecs of water into the Beas River at 2 PM today. In response, a high alert has been issued across downstream areas in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. The dam, located in Kangra district, has witnessed a sharp increase in water inflow due to persistent rainfall in the upstream catchment areas. To prevent overflow and potential damage to the dam structure, the BBMB has initiated controlled water discharge measures.…

27 Aug

Punjab Government Reinstates Former Chief Vigilance SPS Parmar After Suspension in License Scam

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National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Government has reinstated former Chief Vigilance Officer SPS Parmar, who was earlier suspended in connection with the alleged license scam. Parmar was suspended on April 25, 2025, alongside Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Swaranjit Singh and Assistant Inspector General (AIG) Harpreet Singh of the Vigilance Bureau. Short Tenure as Vigilance Chief Parmar had a brief tenure as the Chief of the Vigilance Bureau. He was appointed on March 26, 2025, replacing Nageshwar Rao IPS. This marked the first time that an officer holding the rank of Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), while also…

27 Aug

Punjab – Mann Government Forms High-Level Committee for Flood Management After Heavy Rainfall Damage

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National Times Bureau :- In the wake of widespread destruction caused by relentless rains across Punjab, the state government has swung into action to mitigate the crisis. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the formation of a high-level committee tasked with overseeing flood management and coordinating relief efforts in the affected regions. The committee will assess the extent of the damage, streamline rescue and relief operations, and implement preventive measures to curb further losses. The move comes amid increasing public concern over rising water levels, damaged infrastructure, and displaced residents in several districts. Officials stated that the panel will work closely…

27 Aug

Punjab – Young Woman Dies as Roof Collapses Amid Heavy Rain in Tapa Mandi

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National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident occurred in Tapa Mandi, Barnala district, where relentless rainfall led to the collapse of a house roof, resulting in the death of a young woman. According to local authorities, the heavy downpour over the past several hours severely weakened the structure, causing it to cave in. The woman, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was trapped under the debris. Rescue efforts were launched immediately, and while the woman succumbed to her injuries, a child who was also inside the house at the time was safely rescued and sustained no major injuries. Officials…

27 Aug

Punjab Teacher Narinder Singh Honored with National Award on Teachers’ Day 2025

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National Times Bureau :- Teachers’ Day 2025 brought a moment of pride for Punjab as Narinder Singh, a dedicated educator from the Government Primary School in Jandiali village, Ludhiana district, has been selected for the prestigious National Teacher Award 2025. The award will be presented on September 5 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Singh is the only teacher from Punjab to receive this honor this year. Expressing his gratitude, Singh said the recognition reflects his unwavering commitment to delivering quality education. Joining the school in 2006, he found just three classrooms and 174 students. Over the years, he introduced innovative…

27 Aug

Punjab – CM Mann Uses Helicopter for Ravi Flood Relief, Travels by Car to Aid Dinanagar

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National Times Bureau :- Floodwaters from the swelling Ravi River have created havoc in several villages under the Dinanagar Assembly constituency, including Makora Pattan, over the past two to three days. Rising water levels have inundated agricultural land and residential areas, triggering a flood-like situation and causing distress among local residents. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann visited the affected border belt on Wednesday to assess the situation and interact with the people. His visit began in Behrampur town; however, heavy water flow prevented him from advancing further to the severely hit villages. Addressing the residents gathered at the site, the…

27 Aug

Flood Fury in Pakistan: Rising Sutlej and Ravi Inundate Punjab, Kartarpur Sahib Submerged

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Islamabad (Gurpreet Singh): Pakistan is battling a worsening flood crisis as relentless rainfall and rising river levels inundate large parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The situation deteriorated after India released water into the Ravi and Sutlej rivers, prompting the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to sound a flood warning across vulnerable districts. The revered Sri Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara has also been caught in the deluge. In the early hours of the morning, floodwaters engulfed its lower portion, leaving Angitha Sahib, Mazar Sahib, and Khuh Sahib submerged. Rescue teams are struggling to maintain contact with sevadars inside the…

27 Aug

Army Aviation’s Heroic Mission: Flood Victims and CRPF Personnel Airlifted from Madhopur Headworks

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Punjab (National Times): The Indian Army Aviation Corps pulled off a high-stakes helicopter rescue operation in Punjab’s Madhopur Headworks, saving civilians and CRPF personnel who were trapped by rapidly rising floodwaters. At first light, Army pilots launched their mission in extremely challenging conditions. With waters closing in and the structure weakening under pressure, the helicopter crew risked their own lives to land on the fragile rooftop of a building on the verge of collapse. One by one, the stranded people were lifted to safety, in an operation that demanded precision flying and nerves of steel. Barely moments after the evacuation,…