Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

13 May

600 Litres of Methanol Seized in Patiala, Linked to Majitha Liquor Tragedy

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMajitha liquor tragedy, Patiala Methanol Seizure, Spurious Liquor Crackdown

Patiala, May 13, 2025 — In a major breakthrough, the Patiala Police and Excise Department on Monday seized 600 litres of methanol, a highly toxic chemical often used in spurious liquor production. The seizure is suspected to be connected to the recent Majitha liquor tragedy in which multiple lives were lost in Amritsar.The consignment, traced from Transport Nagar in Delhi, was intercepted at Tepla police post on the Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Shambhu–Banur road. The methanol was concealed in three drums inside truck number PB 10 H 1577, which has been taken into custody. The truck driver has been arrested,…

13 May

Amritsar Schools to Reopen Tomorrow, Classes Limited to 4 Hours

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Amritsar, May 13, 2025 — The district administration in Amritsar has announced that schools will reopen from tomorrow, but classes will be held for only four hours as a precautionary measure amid the prevailing security situation.All government, private, and aided schools are expected to comply with the revised timings. Authorities have advised school managements to remain vigilant and ensure strict adherence to safety protocols.Further instructions will be issued depending on the evolving situation.

13 May

Punjab CM Announces ₹10 Lakh Aid for Family Hit by Pakistani Drone Attack

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Firozpur, May 13, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday expressed deep condolences to the family from Khai Fame village in Firozpur, which was struck by a Pakistani drone attack in recent days. One member of the affected family died during treatment in the hospital, prompting an outpouring of sympathy from the state government.In a public statement on social media, the Chief Minister confirmed that the government will provide financial assistance totaling ₹10 lakh to the grieving family. Of this, ₹5 lakh will come from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, while another ₹5 lakh will be contributed by Member…

13 May

CBSE Class 12 Board Results 2025 Declared, Pass Percentage Rises to 88.39%

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New Delhi (National Times): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially declared the results for the Class 12 board examinations 2025, with 88.39% of students passing, marking a slight improvement of 0.41 percentage points over last year’s figure of 87.98%. Girls have once again outperformed boys, achieving a pass rate of over 91%, outshining male students by nearly 6 percentage points (5.94%). The consistent trend of girls excelling in board exams continued this year as well. Students can now access their results via the official CBSE portals: cbse.gov.in cbseresults.nic.in results.cbse.nic.in To check their scores, students will need to…

13 May

Spurious Liquor Horror in Punjab: 14 Dead in Amritsar, Probe Underway

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Amritsar (National Times): In a chilling repeat of past tragedies, 14 people have died and at least 10 others remain critical in Amritsar district after consuming illegally brewed liquor, police officials confirmed Tuesday. The deaths occurred across four villages in the Majitha block — Bhangali Kalan, Thariewal, Sangha, and Marari Kalan. Survivors in serious condition have been admitted to the Amritsar Civil Hospital, where emergency treatment is ongoing. District officials and police were alerted only after multiple deaths were quietly cremated. “Initially, some families claimed the deceased died of heart attacks,” said Majitha SHO Aabtaab Singh, adding that the liquor…

12 May

Blackout Resumes in Amritsar Amid Unconfirmed Reports of Explosions

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Amritsar, May 12, 2025 — A blackout was reimposed in Amritsar by the district administration at around 8:45 PM tonight. While no official reason has been provided yet, the move follows unverified reports of explosions earlier this morning around 5 AM near the Amritsar airport and Attari Road.The administration had not confirmed these reports at the time, but the resumption of the blackout after a one-day break suggests that security concerns may still be active in the region.Residents are advised to remain calm and follow official updates for further information.

12 May

Lights Switched Off in Areas Around Suranassi After Drone Sightings; No Blackout, Situation Under Control: DC Jalandhar

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Jalandhar, May 12, 2025 — In response to reports of drone sightings near Suranassi, lights have been temporarily switched off in some areas as a precautionary measure, according to a public update issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Jalandhar.Officials from the Armed Forces have confirmed there is no blackout in effect and that the situation is fully under control. The military continues to maintain a regular and vigilant watch, and there is no cause for alarm at this time.Residents are urged to remain calm and follow any further instructions from local authorities.

12 May

Punjab Government Moves Court, Challenges BBMB Water Release as Illegal and Politically Driven

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Chandigarh, May 12, 2025 : In a major development in the ongoing water-sharing dispute, the Punjab Government has filed a review petition in court, challenging the May 6 order that allowed water diversion from Punjab, calling it “wrong and misleading.”The state government alleges that the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), acting under pressure from the BJP-led central government, is attempting to illegally divert Punjab’s water to Haryana without due process or authority.Punjab claims that the May 2 meeting which served as the basis for the court's earlier decision was wrongly termed a “formal” meeting and used to mislead the judiciary.…

12 May

Former Head Granthi of Golden Temple Giani Mohan Singh Passes Away; Speaker Sandhwan Pays Tribute

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabFormer Head Granthi of Golden Temple Giani Mohan Singh Passes Away; Speaker Sandhwan, Giani Mohan Singh, Kultar Singh Sandhwan

Amritsar (National Times) In a solemn moment for the Sikh community, former Head Granthi of Sachkhand Sri Harmandir Sahib, Giani Mohan Singh, has passed away, leaving behind a rich legacy of spiritual service and devotion. Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan offered heartfelt condolences, describing the late religious leader as a saintly figure whose life was deeply committed to the service of the Guru and the Sikh Panth. "I am deeply saddened to hear the news of Giani Mohan Singh ji's demise. He devoted his entire life in the service of Guru Ghar and the Sikh community. His guidance,…

11 May

Amritsar Schools to Remain Closed on May 12 Amid Ongoing Security Concerns

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Amritsar, May 11, 2025 — As per the directive issued by the Honourable Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar, all government, aided, and private schools in the district will remain completely closed on May 12, 2025.Teachers have been instructed to conduct online classes from their homes, and no staff member is to report to school physically. The decision comes amid heightened security measures and is aimed at ensuring the safety of students and educators.Schools are to remain entirely shut, with strict compliance expected from all institutions.