Gurpreet Singh

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PSPCL Director Resigns After Five Months
13 Aug

PSPCL Director Resigns After Five Months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
National Times Bureau :- Amid an ongoing strike by electricity employees over their demands, which has brought work to a complete halt, another significant development has emerged. Hira Lal Goel, Director Commercial of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL), has tendered his resignation from the post. Notably, he had assumed this position in March 2025. According to sources, he submitted his resignation on August 7, 2025, citing health reasons. As of today, the authorities responsible for appointments have not yet formally accepted his resignation. Confirming the news, Goel stated, “My doctor has advised me to take certain health precautions and…
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Full-Dress Rehearsal for 79th Independence Day Held at PAU, Ludhiana
13 Aug

Full-Dress Rehearsal for 79th Independence Day Held at PAU, Ludhiana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A full-dress rehearsal for the 79th Independence Day celebrations took place on Wednesday at the grounds of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. The parade was led and the flag hoisted by Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain. Under the guidance of Parade Commander PPS Officer Harshpreet Singh, various contingents participated in the march-past, including Punjab Police (men and women), Punjab Home Guard, NCC Scouts (boys and girls), and other units. DCP Parminder Singh Bhandal and ADC Rakesh Kumar were also present during the rehearsal. Following the march-past, 850 students from 25 government schools performed an impressive Physical Training…
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Jalandhar Police Bust Major Narcotics-Arms Smuggling Network, Five Arrested
13 Aug

Jalandhar Police Bust Major Narcotics-Arms Smuggling Network, Five Arrested

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Jalandhar, August 13, 2025: In a significant breakthrough against drug trafficking and illegal arms operations, the Jalandhar Commissionerate Police has dismantled a multi-layered narcotics–arms smuggling network.According to DGP Punjab Police, five individuals were apprehended, and a total of 1.5 kg of heroin along with seven weapons were recovered from their possession. The operation is being hailed as a major blow to smuggling activities in the region.Police officials stated that the arrests have prevented further distribution of narcotics and curbed the circulation of illegal arms in Punjab. The success of the operation underscores the state police’s commitment to tackling organized crime…
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AAP MLA Rajinder Pal Kaur Chhina Injured in Highway Accident
13 Aug

AAP MLA Rajinder Pal Kaur Chhina Injured in Highway Accident

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Rajinder Pal Kaur Chhina, the Aam Aadmi Party MLA representing Ludhiana South, was injured in a road accident while returning from Delhi. The mishap took place near the Khanauri border when her Innova car rammed into a divider. Her security gunman, who was traveling with her, also sustained injuries. The sudden impact left both requiring immediate medical attention. Local residents and passersby rushed to assist, and emergency services transported the injured to a hospital. After preliminary treatment, doctors referred Chhina to a Ludhiana medical facility due to severe facial injuries. Sources say her condition remains critical, while…
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Neighbor Attacks Lawyer, Family with Sword in Samrala; Three Injured
12 Aug

Neighbor Attacks Lawyer, Family with Sword in Samrala; Three Injured

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Panic gripped Kapila Colony in Samrala on Tuesday morning after a neighbor allegedly attacked a lawyer and his family with a sword, leaving three people injured. The incident occurred around 9:40 a.m., police said. According to the complaint, advocate Kultar Singh was leaving home on his bicycle when his neighbor, identified as Billu, allegedly assaulted him. When Singh’s wife, Manpreet Kaur, and mother, Sharanjit Kaur, rushed to his aid, the accused reportedly attacked them as well. Kultar Singh sustained a deep head injury requiring two stitches, while Sharanjit Kaur suffered a severe wound near her ear…
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Punjab – Temporary Beas River Embankment Breaches, Villages on Alert
12 Aug

Punjab – Temporary Beas River Embankment Breaches, Villages on Alert

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- Mand Baupur area is on high alert after a temporary embankment built by local farmers along the Beas River gave way as water levels rose dangerously high. The breach has created a risk of flooding in several nearby villages, threatening thousands of acres of standing paddy crops. Concerned residents have begun working together to rebuild the embankment and stop the water from advancing further into agricultural land and homes. Former MLA Navtej Singh Cheema visited the site to assess the situation, assuring farmers that the Congress party stands with them in this crisis. He urged the…
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Ward 5 Residents Launch Indefinite Protest Over Sewage Problem in Barnala
12 Aug

Ward 5 Residents Launch Indefinite Protest Over Sewage Problem in Barnala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- Barnala’s Ward No. 5, Awa Basti residents have started an indefinite protest outside the Sewerage Board office today. Frustrated by sewage water overflowing in streets and dirty water entering their homes, locals set up a tent in front of the office and began a sit-in. Residents said they will not leave until proper drainage is ensured and clean drinking water is provided. The ward’s municipal councillor stated that complaints have been made to the administration and concerned department for a long time, but only false assurances were given. According to locals, stagnant water remains in the…
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Punjab Scraps Land Pooling Policy Amid Ongoing Debate
11 Aug

Punjab Scraps Land Pooling Policy Amid Ongoing Debate

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, Aug 11, 2025: In a major policy reversal, the Punjab government on Monday formally announced the withdrawal of its Land Pooling Policy.The announcement was made without providing specific reasons, though officials indicated that more details would follow. The decision comes as discussions continue over land acquisition methods and urban development models in the state.The Land Pooling Policy, initially introduced to facilitate land acquisition for infrastructure and development projects, had drawn mixed reactions from farmers, landowners, and real estate stakeholders. Critics questioned its long-term impact on land rights, while supporters saw it as a streamlined approach to urban expansion.With the…
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Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Completes Religious Service in Sri Anandpur Sahib
11 Aug

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Completes Religious Service in Sri Anandpur Sahib

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Sri Anandpur Sahib, August 11, 2025 (National Times) — Punjab Education Minister Sardar Harjot Singh Bains today performed shoe-cleaning service at Sri Anandpur Sahib, as part of a religious penance directed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib. The service began around 9 a.m. after he paid obeisance at Gurdwara Sheeshganj Sahib.According to available information, today marked the final day of the service under this penance. Earlier, Bains had also performed the same service at Sis Gurdwara Sahib in Delhi. He said that serving in gurdwaras is not only a religious duty but also a lesson in peace of mind and humility.The…
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Punjab Government Announces Free Treatment for Thalassemia Patients, Including Costly Bone Marrow Transplants
11 Aug

Punjab Government Announces Free Treatment for Thalassemia Patients, Including Costly Bone Marrow Transplants

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government has taken a significant step to support children suffering from thalassemia by announcing free treatment for these patients across the state. The government will bear the entire cost of bone marrow transplants (BMT), amounting to ₹10 lakh per procedure. Patients can apply directly through a dedicated portal, as the government has signed an agreement with a company based at CMC Ludhiana to facilitate this treatment. Punjab currently has over a thousand thalassemia patients, with 24 treatment centers established throughout the state. Health officials have clarified that there will be no adverse effects on…
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