Gurpreet Singh

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District Election Officer Holds Meeting with Recognized Political Parties on Polling Station Appointments
24 Mar

District Election Officer Holds Meeting with Recognized Political Parties on Polling Station Appointments

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
SAS Nagar, March 18, 2025: Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer Komal Mittal held a meeting with all recognized political parties in the district today. She informed them about the Election Commission of India's guidelines, which mandate the appointment of Booth Level Agents (BLAs) at every polling station.She directed the parties to submit the BLA-1 and BLA-2 forms by March 25, 2025. The BLA-1 form must be filled out by the party president or secretary, authorizing a representative at the district or constituency level to appoint BLAs. The appointed representative will then complete the BLA-2 form to assign BLAs at the booth…
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Teen’s Suicide Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Police Harassment in Chandigarh
24 Mar

Teen’s Suicide Sparks Controversy Over Alleged Police Harassment in Chandigarh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Zirakpur, March 24 – Moulik Verma (16), a Class 11 student at Government Senior Secondary School, Sector 21, Chandigarh, died by suicide on March 22 at his Shantikunj Society residence in Zirakpur. His family refused to cremate his body today, demanding the registration of an FIR against those responsible. The protest escalated, prompting SP (Rural) Manpreet Singh to intervene, but the family remained firm and took the body back home. The cremation is now expected on Tuesday as senior officials deliberate over the FIR. Allegations Against Cyber Cell and School Authorities Moulik’s mother, Ritu Verma, a single parent, has blamed…
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Punjab Govt’s Achievements Outshine Congress, Akali-BJP Failures: FM Cheema
24 Mar

Punjab Govt’s Achievements Outshine Congress, Akali-BJP Failures: FM Cheema

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh, March 24, 2025 – Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema praised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government's achievements while slamming previous Congress and Akali-BJP administrations for mismanagement and failures. Speaking in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, he thanked Governor Gulab Chand Kataria for his speech and outlined the Mann government’s successes.Cheema highlighted that AAP fulfilled its 2022 election promise of free electricity within three months, benefiting 90% of domestic consumers. He also touted the Goindwal Sahib thermal plant acquisition as a historic move, securing a ₹6,000 crore asset for just ₹1,080 crore.Taking a swipe at Congress, Cheema accused the party…
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Pastor Bajinder Singh Appears in Mohali Court After Non-Bailable Warrants Issued in Sexual Harassment Case
24 Mar

Pastor Bajinder Singh Appears in Mohali Court After Non-Bailable Warrants Issued in Sexual Harassment Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
Chandigarh, March 24, 2025: Bajinder Singh, a self-styled pastor from Punjab, appeared in the Mohali District Court last week after non-bailable warrants (NBWs) were issued against him on March 3, 2025. Singh has been facing serious charges related to sexual harassment and rape, dating back to a 2018 accusation by a woman from Zirakpur.Singh, who was arrested at the Delhi airport in 2018 and later released on bail, was summoned to court following his failure to comply with legal requirements. The case has gained widespread attention due to its disturbing nature and the involvement of religious figures in alleged criminal…
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Punjab Agriculture Minister Denied Permission to Visit the USA
24 Mar

Punjab Agriculture Minister Denied Permission to Visit the USA

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, ,
Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab's Agriculture Minister, Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, has been denied permission to travel to the United States. In a statement to the media, Minister Khuddian revealed that he was scheduled to lead an official delegation to the USA from March 29 to April 6. The delegation, which included officials from the Animal Husbandry Department, was set to study dairy farming practices in the US with the aim of promoting similar initiatives in Punjab. While the Ministry of External Affairs has not provided a specific reason for the denial, it was communicated that the delegation's request for travel to…
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Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Promotes Brotherhood During Meeting with Himachal Students
23 Mar

Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Promotes Brotherhood During Meeting with Himachal Students

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, , ,
Amritsar (National Times): The Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, recently welcomed a delegation of students and teachers from Government College Badsar, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, at the Akal Takht Secretariat. During their interaction, the Jathedar emphasized the significance of unity, harmony, and fostering inter-state brotherhood. The visiting group shared that prior to their visit, some individuals had cautioned them about potential safety concerns in Punjab. However, upon arrival, they felt nothing but warmth and hospitality, experiencing the welcoming spirit of the land of the Gurus. During the discussion, the delegation also mentioned plans to establish a…
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Chandigarh’s Kalagram Becomes the Stage for Bihar Day Celebrations
23 Mar

Chandigarh’s Kalagram Becomes the Stage for Bihar Day Celebrations

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusiness, ,
Chandigarh (National Times): The first-ever Bihar Day celebration in the Union Territory was successfully held at Kalagram, Chandigarh, under the initiative of the Bihar Foundation's Punjab and Chandigarh chapter. The event showcased the rich cultural heritage, folk art, and the indelible imprint of Bihari identity, bringing the vibrant essence of Bihar to the heart of the region. Dr. Rupesh Kumar Singh, President of the Punjab and Chandigarh Chapter of the Bihar Foundation, shared that the Foundation serves as a platform to strengthen the bonds between the state and Non-Resident Biharis (NRBs). It inspires a sense of pride and encourages NRBs…
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Punjab Police Officers Suspended for Assaulting Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath, SIT to Investigate
22 Mar

Punjab Police Officers Suspended for Assaulting Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath, SIT to Investigate

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Patiala, March 22, 2025 – Four Punjab Police officers have been suspended and transferred for allegedly assaulting Colonel Pushpinder Singh Bath in Patiala. A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against them, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed to probe the incident, officials confirmed on Saturday.Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Nanak Singh stated that the officers in question—Inspector Ronni Singh, Inspector Harjinder Dhillon, Inspector Harry Boparai, and Inspector Shaminder—have been named in the FIR and removed from the state to prevent any influence on the investigation. The SIT, led by ADGP SPS Parmar, will oversee…
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Punjab Vigilance Bureau Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations in Kharar
22 Mar

Punjab Vigilance Bureau Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations in Kharar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, March 22, 2025 – In a bid to safeguard public health and enforce strict food safety regulations, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB), under the directives of the Punjab Government, launched a joint inspection drive in Kharar, Mohali district.An official spokesperson revealed that the operation was led by the VB Unit Mohali and the Food Safety Wing Mohali, under the supervision of the District Health Officer. The surprise inspections targeted food manufacturing units, vending stalls, restaurants, and hotels to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.During the operation, five premises were inspected, resulting in the issuance of one unhygienic challan…
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Punjab CM Mann Slams Centre’s Delimitation Plans, Calls It Attack on Democracy
22 Mar

Punjab CM Mann Slams Centre’s Delimitation Plans, Calls It Attack on Democracy

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chennai, March 22, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has strongly opposed the BJP-led central government’s proposed delimitation, calling it an unfair and undemocratic attempt to weaken opposition parties. Speaking at a conference in Chennai organized by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Mann accused the Centre of manipulating seat distribution to favor BJP strongholds while reducing representation in states where it struggles to win.Mann criticized the move as a "shameful act" designed to silence opposition voices by cutting down seats in non-BJP states while boosting those in the Hindi belt. He pointed out that South Indian states…
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