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Punjab Becomes Global Investment Destination: CM Mann Invites UK to Invest, UK Shows Strong Interest in Partnership
19 Dec

Punjab Becomes Global Investment Destination: CM Mann Invites UK to Invest, UK Shows Strong Interest in Partnership

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Chandigarh, December 19, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann chaired the Punjab-UK Strategic Dialogue session. He stressed the need for strong strategic and business ties with Britain, especially in underused sectors.During a meeting with British Deputy High Commissioner Alba Samariglio and representatives from various UK multinational companies, the Chief Minister said Punjab wants strong business partnerships with the UK in traditional and new emerging sectors. He listed five key areas for cooperation: higher education, textiles, engineering, auto components, and agriculture and food processing. He also highlighted emerging fields like pharmaceuticals and health services, IT, and business services. CM Mann…
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Sidhu Moosewala Murder Case: Key Hearing Today in Mansa Court
19 Dec

Sidhu Moosewala Murder Case: Key Hearing Today in Mansa Court

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A crucial hearing in the Sidhu Moosewala murder case is scheduled to take place today at the Mansa district court, where the late singer’s father, Balkar Singh, is expected to appear as a prosecution witness. The proceedings are being closely watched as they are considered significant for the progress of the case. According to official sources, the Mahindra Thar vehicle used by Sidhu Moosewala at the time of the incident has been produced before the court. Balkar Singh is likely to identify the vehicle during the hearing. Earlier, he had already identified other vehicles linked to…
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Punjab to Convene Special Assembly Session in January Over Centre’s Move on MGNREGA: CM Bhagwant Mann
19 Dec

Punjab to Convene Special Assembly Session in January Over Centre’s Move on MGNREGA: CM Bhagwant Mann

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday announced that a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha will be convened in the second week of January to oppose the Centre’s decision to alter the MGNREGA scheme. The Chief Minister shared this information through a post on social media platform X. In his statement, Mann accused the BJP-led central government of attempting to undermine the livelihood of poor and working-class families by replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). He alleged that the move would directly impact rural households that depend on the scheme…
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Congress Targets Haryana Govt Over Short Assembly Session, Flags Unemployment and Farmer Distress
19 Dec

Congress Targets Haryana Govt Over Short Assembly Session, Flags Unemployment and Farmer Distress

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia,
National Times Bureau :- Congress MLA Jassi Petwar on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Haryana government over the brief three-day winter session of the Vidhan Sabha, alleging that it was deliberately curtailed to evade tough questions from the opposition. Speaking on the first day of the session, Petwar claimed the BJP-led government was “afraid of the Congress” and had failed to address pressing issues facing the state. He accused the government of poor performance on unemployment, law and order, and farmer welfare, pointing out that Haryana currently ranks high in unemployment figures. Referring to official claims, Petwar said…
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VB-G RAM G Bill Triggers Sharp Divide in Parliament Over Rural Employment Reform
19 Dec

VB-G RAM G Bill Triggers Sharp Divide in Parliament Over Rural Employment Reform

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia,
National Times Bureau :- The passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, replacing the MGNREGA framework, sparked intense political confrontation in Parliament, exposing deep divisions between the ruling BJP and opposition parties over rural welfare. The legislation, approved by both Houses amid protests, raises the guaranteed employment entitlement for rural households from 100 to 125 days. Opposition parties, including the Congress and Aam Aadmi Party, accused the government of pushing the Bill through in haste and diluting long-standing safeguards for labourers. Congress MP Imran Pratapgarhi termed the move a “blot…
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Bathinda leads Punjab in application disposal at district service centers: Deputy Commissioner
19 Dec

Bathinda leads Punjab in application disposal at district service centers: Deputy Commissioner

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness,
National Times Bureau :- Bathinda district stands out across Punjab for efficiently handling applications related to various services offered to the public. With 34 service centers operating in the district, it maintains an impressively low pendency rate of just 0.13%. Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Dhiman shared this update. Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Dhiman reported that a total of 278,873 applications were submitted across 34 service centers in the district between December 16, 2024, and December 15, 2025. Out of these, 261,835 applications have been approved, while the rest remain under processing and will be finalized shortly. Poonam Singh, who is the Additional…
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Poor Visibility Grounds Outbound Flights at Amritsar, Passengers Face Overnight Delays
19 Dec

Poor Visibility Grounds Outbound Flights at Amritsar, Passengers Face Overnight Delays

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Severe fog blanketed Amritsar late Thursday, leading to significant disruption at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport as multiple flights were delayed or cancelled due to low visibility conditions. Officials said visibility levels dropped sharply after nightfall, forcing airlines to halt departures for both domestic and international routes. Several aircraft scheduled to fly out after 9 pm remained grounded for hours, while a Kuala Lumpur-bound service was cancelled. Flights headed to Gulf destinations, including Doha, were also affected, with passengers asked to wait for revised departure schedules. Arriving flights, however, were less impacted. Some inbound aircraft…
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CBI Court Rejects Bail Plea of Suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in Disproportionate Assets Case
18 Dec

CBI Court Rejects Bail Plea of Suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in Disproportionate Assets Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, December 18, 2025: A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court on Thursday rejected the bail application of suspended Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Harcharan Singh Bhullar in a disproportionate assets case.The court declined to grant relief to Bhullar at this stage, observing that the matter is still under judicial scrutiny. With the bail plea turned down, Bhullar will continue to remain in custody as the investigation and legal proceedings progress.The case relates to allegations that the suspended officer amassed assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Further proceedings in the matter are awaited.
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AAP MP raised several issues in Parliament , ₹20,000 Crore Relief for Punjab and Fair Pay for Anganwadi Workers and helpers
18 Dec

AAP MP raised several issues in Parliament , ₹20,000 Crore Relief for Punjab and Fair Pay for Anganwadi Workers and helpers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Chandigarh, December 18, 2025: Aam Aadmi Party Lok Sabha MP from Sangrur, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, raised several pressing issues and demands for grants while speaking on the Supplementary Demands in Parliament. Meet Hayer demanded that Anganwadi workers and helpers be regularised and that the meagre honorarium paid to them be increased. He also demanded that, in addition to the announced ₹1,600 crore flood relief package for Punjab, an additional ₹20,000 crore be given to compensate for the actual losses suffered by the state due to floods. Citing population growth, in the absence of a census, he also demanded the…
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Amritsar Police Bust Cross-Border Drug and Arms Smuggling Network
18 Dec

Amritsar Police Bust Cross-Border Drug and Arms Smuggling Network

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant operation targeting organized crime, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police have arrested three individuals involved in trafficking heroin and illegal firearms, recovering 4.5 kilograms of heroin and a pistol, Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav confirmed. Investigations revealed that the accused were in contact with an overseas handler via social media platforms, following instructions to transport and supply heroin and illegal arms across multiple locations in Punjab. The network is believed to have cross-border connections, highlighting the international dimension of the crime. An FIR has been lodged at PS Gate Hakima under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances…
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