Gurpreet Singh

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PHDCCI organised 5th Awareness Session on Raising & Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme

PHDCCI organised 5th Awareness Session on Raising & Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme

Chandigarh, October 16, 2025: The Chandigarh Chapter of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), in collaboration with the Industries Department, Chandigarh Administration, organized the 5th Awareness Session under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme Series at PHD House, Sector 31, Chandigarh. The event aimed to sensitize Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) about government schemes, financial assistance, and technology-driven initiatives designed to boost their efficiency and competitiveness. Adv. Lokesh Jain, Convener, Regional MSME Committee, PHDCCI, underlined the need for awareness and continuous support for MSMEs to fully benefit from various government programs. He termed the RAMP…
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Speeding Thar hits two sisters in Chandigarh, one dies and other critically injured; vehicle seized

Speeding Thar hits two sisters in Chandigarh, one dies and other critically injured; vehicle seized

National Times Bureau :- In a horrific incident, two teenage girls were hit by a speeding Thar while they were crossing road in Chandigarh's sector 46, killing one of them on the spot and critically injuring other.  The elder one, identified as Sajaf (19), was killed and her younger sister, Isha (17), critically injured. She was admitted to the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) in Sector 32. According to an eyewitness, a speeding black Mahindra Thar hit them in the afternoon in Sector 46. The SUV driver fled the spot after the accident.  The two sisters, residents of Burail,…
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Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

National Times Bureau :- A medical report has indicated that an eight-year-old student was subjected to repeated abuse, days after allegations surfaced against a physical education teacher at a school in SST Nagar. Police officials said after the medical findings, investigators have sent the accused teacher’s DNA sample for further examination. The FIR, registered on October 13, mentions that the student was allegedly harassed multiple times within the school premises. SP (City) Palwinder Cheema said a detailed investigation was underway under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “The medical report has confirmed the abuse, and the accused…
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Bengaluru Doctor Allegedly Kills Wife Using Lethal Anesthesia Less Than a Year After Marriage

Bengaluru Doctor Allegedly Kills Wife Using Lethal Anesthesia Less Than a Year After Marriage

National Times Bureau :- In a shocking case that has shaken Bengaluru's medical fraternity, a 32-year-old surgeon has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife, also a doctor, by administering a fatal dose of anesthesia under the guise of treatment. The accused, identified as Dr Mahendra Reddy, a general surgeon at Victoria Hospital, was taken into custody on October 14 after forensic reports confirmed the presence of anesthetic substances in his wife’s body. The victim, Dr Kruthika Reddy, 28, was a dermatologist who had been married to Mahendra for less than a year. However, investigators say their relationship soured soon…
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Mann Government to Bring a New Dawn in Punjab’s Farming: Historic Partnership with Argentina Opens Doors of Growth

Mann Government to Bring a New Dawn in Punjab’s Farming: Historic Partnership with Argentina Opens Doors of Growth

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The land of Punjab, which has long been the foundation of the nation’s food security, is now stepping into a new era. With the visionary approach of the Punjab Government and its deep commitment to farmers, the state’s agriculture is gaining international recognition. A recent meeting between experts from Argentina’s renowned agricultural institute, Centro Agrotechnico Regional, and Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, has created history. This was not just a formal exchange but a concrete step toward shaping the future of Punjab’s farmers—combining modern technology, scientific research, and global knowledge. During this historic meeting, Argentine agricultural scientists conducted…
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‘Inter-State Mining Truck Entry Fee Policy’ will strengthen Punjab’s borders, creating a new model of transparency and environmental protection

‘Inter-State Mining Truck Entry Fee Policy’ will strengthen Punjab’s borders, creating a new model of transparency and environmental protection

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the state government has taken a forward-thinking and historic decision. In mid-October 2025, the cabinet approved an amendment to the Punjab Minor Mineral Rules, 2013, under which an entry fee will now be charged on mineral-carrying vehicles entering the state. This fee will apply to trucks and vehicles bringing sand, gravel, and other similar minerals into Punjab from other states. This step will not only curb illegal mining but also strengthen the state’s economic condition. This decision by the Punjab government is a major step towards preventing revenue…
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Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO’s Convoy Meets with Accident, Four Policemen Injured

Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO’s Convoy Meets with Accident, Four Policemen Injured

National Times Bureau :- A vehicle in the convoy of Punjab Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO met with an accident near Kalanaur on Tuesday morning, leaving four police personnel injured. The incident occurred when the pilot vehicle of the convoy reportedly collided with another car coming from the wrong side. According to eyewitnesses, the minister was en route from Gurdaspur to Dera Baba Nanak after distributing compensation cheques to flood-affected farmers in villages under the Dinanagar and Khokhar areas. The accident took place shortly after the convoy crossed Kalanaur. Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO and Deputy Commissioner Dalwinderjit Singh immediately stopped…
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From Handshake Snub to High-Five: India and Pakistan Reconnect at Hockey Tournament

From Handshake Snub to High-Five: India and Pakistan Reconnect at Hockey Tournament

National Times Bureau :- In a heartening show of sportsmanship, India and Pakistan’s under-21 hockey players exchanged high-fives ahead of their Sultan of Johor Cup match in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Tuesday, October 14. The players greeted one another following the playing of both national anthems, setting a friendly tone for the much-awaited contest — a gesture that stood out amid the recent strain in sporting ties between the two countries. In a welcome display of camaraderie, India and Pakistan’s under-21 hockey players exchanged high-fives before their Sultan of Johor Cup match in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on Tuesday, October 14.…
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Haryana Police Suicides Reveal Deep Corruption, Caste Bias, and Ties to Gangster Rao Inderjit

Haryana Police Suicides Reveal Deep Corruption, Caste Bias, and Ties to Gangster Rao Inderjit

National Times Bureau :- The mysterious case of two police suicides in Haryana has taken a disturbing turn, with fresh allegations of corruption, caste-based discrimination, and links to an infamous gangster. The controversy began with the death of IPS officer Y Puran Kumar, whose suicide note has triggered a storm within the state police department. Kumar was found dead at his Chandigarh residence on October 7, having allegedly shot himself. In an eight-page suicide note, he accused 10 senior and retired police officers of subjecting him to “blatant caste discrimination, targeted mental harassment, and public humiliation.” His death shocked the…
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Punjab Police Approaches High Court Challenging Chandigarh Police Over Navneet Chaturvedi’s Custody

Punjab Police Approaches High Court Challenging Chandigarh Police Over Navneet Chaturvedi’s Custody

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab police have now approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court over the custody of Navneet Chaturvedi, who is accused of forging signatures in Rajya Sabha nomination papers.  Navneet Chaturvedi has also approached high court seeking anticipatory bail and demanded an investigation into the rejection of his Rajya Sabha nomination papers.  He has been placed under the protection of Chandigarh Police. Both Chaturvedi and the Punjab Police have filed petitions in court. While Chaturvedi has alleged that Punjab Police attempted to abduct him from a Chandigarh police station, Punjab Police have sought directions to stop…
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