Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

01 May

Punjab Police Bust Major Heroin Racket; Key Smuggler Linked to Pakistan-Based Network Arrested

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Amritsar, May 1, 2025 – In a major crackdown on transnational drug trafficking, the Counter Intelligence Wing of Punjab Police has busted a sophisticated narcotics smuggling network linked to Pakistan-based handlers. The network was reportedly being operated by a foreign-based smuggler named Jassa, with significant support from his India-based associate.Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav revealed that Jodhbir Singh, alias Jodha, a resident of Amritsar Rural, played a crucial role in executing drug deliveries and laundering proceeds. Working under instructions from across the border, Jodha allegedly retrieved heroin consignments and facilitated their distribution across different states in India.Investigations…

01 May

Political Row Erupts After BBMB Okays More Water to Haryana, Punjab Protests

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a decision that has sparked sharp backlash from Punjab, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has approved the immediate release of 8,500 cusecs of water from the Bhakra Dam to Haryana, citing humanitarian concerns amid the latter’s reported water shortage. The decision was taken during a lengthy technical committee meeting chaired by BBMB Chairman Manoj Tripathi. While Punjab opposed the move, stating that no surplus water was available, it found itself isolated as BJP-ruled Haryana, Rajasthan, and Delhi collectively pushed the demand through. Congress-ruled Himachal Pradesh remained neutral. Haryana officials, led by Anurag Agarwal, Additional Chief…

28 Apr

Suspicious Death of Derabassi Girl in Canada; Family Alleges Murder

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Derabassi, April 28 – A 21-year-old girl from Derabassi, who had gone to Canada for higher studies, has died under suspicious circumstances. The deceased has been identified as Vanshika, daughter of Aam Aadmi Party leader Davinder Saini, a resident of Saini Mohalla and a close associate of local MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa.According to information gathered, Vanshika had moved to Ottawa, Canada, two and a half years ago after completing her 12th grade. She was enrolled in a two-year course and had appeared for her final exam on April 18. Recently, she had also started a job. On April 22, she…

28 Apr

Punjab to Introduce AI-Based HAMS Technology for Transparent and Efficient Driving Tests: Transport Minister Bhullar

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Rupnagar (Punjab), April 28, 2025 – Punjab Transport Minister Laljit Singh Bhullar announced today that the state will soon implement HAMS (Harnessing Automobile for Safety) technology, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based automated driver license test system, to bring greater transparency and efficiency to driving test tracks across Punjab.During his visit to the RTO office in Ropar, Bhullar emphasized that Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s government is committed to improving the transport system by adopting advanced technologies. He stated that the HAMS project will significantly enhance the performance of all driving test tracks once implemented as a pilot project before a statewide…

28 Apr

BSF Constable Still Held in Pakistan as Efforts for Release Continue

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Ferozepur (National Times): BSF constable Purnab Kumar Shaw remains in Pakistan's custody for the fifth straight day, with Islamabad yet to respond to India's multiple appeals for his return. Shaw had inadvertently crossed the international border near Ferozepur, Punjab, on April 23. A senior BSF official confirmed that since Wednesday afternoon, there has been no positive development from the Pakistan side despite repeated diplomatic and military efforts. Meanwhile, Shaw’s wife, Rajani, who is pregnant, announced on Sunday that she, along with her son and other relatives, will travel to Ferozepur to seek information directly from BSF officials. The family plans…

26 Apr

BSF did not ask for wheat harvesting in two days: Deputy Commissioner

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Amritsar, April 26 – The Deputy Commissioner of Amritsar, Smt. Sakshi Sahni has clarified the ongoing discussion that the Border Security Force (BSF) had announced the harvesting of wheat across the border areas within two days. She confirmed that no such announcement had been made by the BSF in the border villages.Smt. Sahni stated that she had spoken with senior BSF officials who also denied such reports, describing them as baseless. She urged people to disregard such misleading information and recommended that if anyone comes across such news, they should verify it with the local Patwari, Tehsildar, or any district…

26 Apr

DIG Bhullar Visits Mohali Colleges, Assures Students of Safety and Warns Against Rumour-Mongering

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SAS Nagar (National Times Bureau): Deputy Inspector General of Police, Rupnagar Range, S. Harcharan Singh Bhullar, today, visited the various educational institutions situated in the Rupnagar Range including Mohali to review the law and order situation and Inculcate sense of safety and security among the students of other states studying here. Interacting with the media after the visit, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Mr Bhullar said that there is no need of panic to other states' students on wake of the Pehalgam Terror Attack. He said that the Punjab Police is capable to respond the naferious designs of the…

25 Apr

Crackdown in Punjab: Vigilance Chief, AIG, SSP Suspended in License Scam Cover-Up

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a bold and unprecedented move, the Punjab Government has suspended Vigilance Bureau Chief SPS Parmar, along with two senior officers, AIG Vigilance and SSP Vigilance, in what’s being described as a shocking attempt to shield those involved in a massive driving license scam. Sources confirm that the suspended officers allegedly tried to interfere in the action being taken against scamsters, triggering a firm response from the state government. "Direct action against those who save scamsters," read an official statement, as news of the suspension broke. Notably, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had made it very clear…

25 Apr

Terror Plot Foiled: RDX, Arms, and Explosives Found Near India-Pak Border in Punjab

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Chandigarh (National Times): In what is being called a major security success, the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police have recovered a massive cache of ammunition and explosives from Sahowal village, situated perilously close to the India-Pakistan border. The shocking find included 4.5 kg of RDX, 5 hand grenades, 5 pistols, 8 loaded magazines, 220 rounds of live bullets, two batteries, and a remote control device—tools typically associated with planned terror activities. The cache was stumbled upon during routine crop harvesting, when locals discovered a suspiciously large packet buried in the fields. Officials believe this is yet another sinister…

24 Apr

Australia-Punjab Ties Strengthen: MP Dylan Wight Meets Speaker Sandhwan, Talks Tech and Agriculture

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Chandigarh, April 24 – Australian MP Dylan Wight met Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan in Chandigarh, discussing deeper cooperation between Australia and Punjab. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in education, healthcare, sports, agriculture, and green energy.Speaker Sandhwan called for partnerships between Australian universities and Punjab-based institutions like Baba Farid University of Health Sciences. He emphasized the importance of bringing cutting-edge technologies to Punjab, especially in renewable energy and farming innovations. Sandhwan noted that adopting modern methods from Australia could improve Punjab’s agricultural productivity and economic strength.Highlighting Punjab’s green energy potential, the Speaker urged Australia to assist with…