Gurpreet Singh

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Giani Harpreet Singh Declines Consideration for Shiromani Akali Dal President Post

Giani Harpreet Singh Declines Consideration for Shiromani Akali Dal President Post

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Harpreet Singh, has respectfully declined to be considered for the post of Shiromani Akali Dal president, ahead of the party’s internal election scheduled for August 11. In a public appeal, he requested that his name be withdrawn from the list of candidates, emphasizing his respect for fellow nominee Bibi Satwant Kaur. In his statement, Giani Harpreet Singh said he had learned that both his name and that of Bibi Satwant Kaur — daughter of the late Shaheed Bhai Amrik Singh Ji — were being discussed for the leadership role.…
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Ludhiana Vendor Caught Melting Plastic Oil Pouches in Hot Oil, Sparks Outrage and Health Warnings

Ludhiana Vendor Caught Melting Plastic Oil Pouches in Hot Oil, Sparks Outrage and Health Warnings

Ludhiana, August 7, 2025: A street food vendor in Ludhiana has come under fire after a viral video exposed a dangerous cooking practice that has alarmed health experts and the public alike. Filmed near Gill Chowk, the video shows the vendor dipping sealed plastic oil pouches directly into a boiling kadhai to extract the oil, causing the plastic to melt instantly into the hot oil.The melted plastic not only contaminates the oil but also releases potentially toxic chemicals into the food being prepared. In the footage, the vendor is seen making bread pakoras and other fried snacks with bare hands…
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Ramgarhia Sabha Holds Chair Passing Ceremony, Speaker Sandhwan Says—Unity of Organizations Is Society’s True Strength

Ramgarhia Sabha Holds Chair Passing Ceremony, Speaker Sandhwan Says—Unity of Organizations Is Society’s True Strength

Chandigarh, August 7, 2025: In a dignified ceremony held today at Ramgarhia Sabha (Regd.), Chandigarh, the chair passing event was conducted with grace and tradition. The Speaker of the Punjab Legislative Assembly, Kultar Singh Sandhwan, graced the occasion as the chief guest. Outgoing president Dr. Harcharan Singh Ranauta formally handed over the responsibility to newly elected president Manvinder Singh Ranauta. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Kultar Sandhwan stated, “The true strength of any society lies in the unity of its organizations and the commitment of its leadership. Ramgarhia Sabha has long been contributing to the region’s social welfare, which is truly…
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BREAKING NEWS: High Court Stays Punjab Land Pooling Policy

BREAKING NEWS: High Court Stays Punjab Land Pooling Policy

Chandigarh, August 7 — The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed the implementation of Punjab’s Land Pooling Policy. The decision came after multiple petitions challenged the legality of the policy, citing concerns over landowners' rights and lack of transparency.The court has sought a response from the state government. Until then, the policy will remain on hold.
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Big news – Punjab Roadways Union Threatens Statewide Bus Strike Tomorrow

Big news – Punjab Roadways Union Threatens Statewide Bus Strike Tomorrow

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab Roadways, PRTC, and Punbus Contract Workers’ Union has announced a complete bus strike across all 27 depots in Punjab starting tomorrow afternoon if their demands are not met by then. Today, the union held gate rallies at every depot in the state to raise their voice. Union leader Resham Singh Gill said that despite multiple meetings with Punjab government and transport officials over the past year, no solution has been reached. He accused the government of making false promises and delaying action. The union has warned that if the government fails to take action…
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Famous Punjabi Singer Jagseer Singh Arrested in 36 Kg Opium Case

Famous Punjabi Singer Jagseer Singh Arrested in 36 Kg Opium Case

National Times Bureau :- Punjabi singer Jagseer Singh has been arrested in connection with a major drug case. The singer was wanted in a 36-kilogram opium recovery case and had been absconding for years. His arrest marks a significant breakthrough for the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Chandigarh, in its ongoing crackdown against drug trafficking. Jagseer Singh was nabbed by the Chandigarh unit of the NCB, which had been tracking him for his alleged role in drug dealing. He had been declared a wanted accused in a narcotics case dating back to 2015. According to officials, the singer was involved in…
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Big news – Pannu Threatens Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan, Pro-Khalistan Slogans Found in Amritsar

Big news – Pannu Threatens Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan, Pro-Khalistan Slogans Found in Amritsar

National Times Bureau :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has once again received a death threat, this time directly from Gurpatwant Singh Pannu, the head of the banned separatist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ). Pannu, who is already declared a terrorist, has again tried to disturb the peace in Punjab by issuing threats and spreading pro-Khalistan propaganda. In his latest statement, Pannu claimed responsibility for writing provocative slogans on walls in Amritsar, including places like the bus stand, district court complex, and Khalsa College. The slogans read “Khalistan Zindabad”, “SFJ Referendum Zindabad”, and “Bhagwant Mann Murdabad”. He said that these…
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Weather Update: Rain in Himachal Raises Flood Concerns in Punjab, Heavy Rain Expected on August 12

Weather Update: Rain in Himachal Raises Flood Concerns in Punjab, Heavy Rain Expected on August 12

National Times Bureau :- While the ongoing heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has triggered flood-like conditions in parts of Punjab, the Meteorological Department has issued a clear update for the state. For now, there is no rain alert for Punjab. According to the latest forecast, the weather is expected to remain normal for the next five days. However, on August 12, heavy rainfall is likely, and an official alert has been issued for that day. Meanwhile, the Water Resources Department has released about 23,300 cusecs of water from Pong Dam at 5 PM on Wednesday. By Thursday morning, the volume…
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Amritsar Police Crack Down on Cross-Border Arms Racket, Seize 7 Pistols and Arrest 4 Suspects

Amritsar Police Crack Down on Cross-Border Arms Racket, Seize 7 Pistols and Arrest 4 Suspects

Amritsar, August 7 — In a decisive action against illegal arms trafficking, Amritsar Commissionerate Police have arrested four suspects linked to a cross-border arms smuggling network. Acting on precise intelligence, the police recovered seven sophisticated firearms, including PX5 9mm, Glock 9mm, and .30 bore pistols.Punjab Director General of Police confirmed that the accused had direct links with smugglers based in Pakistan. The weapons were allegedly received through illegal routes near the Indo-Pak border and were intended for supply to criminal gangs operating within Punjab.Officials revealed that the smuggling operation was being run from border villages and played a significant role…
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Women’s Commission Takes Suo Moto Against Karan Aujla and Yo Yo Honey Singh Over Misogynistic Lyrics

Women’s Commission Takes Suo Moto Against Karan Aujla and Yo Yo Honey Singh Over Misogynistic Lyrics

Chandigarh: The Punjab State Women Commission has taken strong suo motu action against two popular Punjabi singers, citing objectionable lyrics that allegedly degrade and insult women. The Commission, acting under its authority granted by Section 12 of the Punjab State Women Commission Act, 2001, has formally raised concerns about the language used in two widely circulated songs, “MF GABRU” by Karan Aujla and “MILLIONAIRE” by Yo Yo Honey Singh. According to the Commission, both songs, which are currently trending on social media, contain expressions that promote harmful stereotypes and disrespect towards women. The Commission views such content as a serious…
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