Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

18 Oct

Change in Beating Retreat timings at Attari: Ceremony will now begin at 5 pm, no customary greetings

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAttari, Change, Punjab, Retreat Ceremony, Timings

National Times Bureau :- The timings of the Beating Retreat Ceremony, held at the India-Pakistan International Border in Attary has been changed in view of the onset of winter season. The ceremony will begin at 5 pm and will go on till 5:30 pm. The revised timings are effective immediately. However, due to the security concerns, the India-Pakistan Border gates will remain closed and there will ne no customary greetings or ceremonies between the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Pakistani Rangers. The BSF had suspended these traditional exchanges on April 24. However, the daily flag-lowering ceremony continues to be held…

18 Oct

Mansa tragedy: Punjab roadways bus crushes two sisters to death, father and brother critical

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAccident, Mansa, Punjab News

National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident, a Punjab Roadways bus ran over three school-going children and their father in Mansa's Jhuneer town on Saturday, killing two sisters on the spot while critically injuring father and brother. The deceased have been identified as Seema Kaur (8) and Meena Kaur (15). Their father and brother were rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. The bodies of the victims were sent for the post mortem examination. Meanwhile the police have seized the Punjab Roadways bus and arrested the bus driver. An investigation into the incident has also been initiated. Local…

18 Oct

Fire Erupts on Moving Garib Rath Train Near Sirhind, Several Injured Amid Panic

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingAmritsar, Garib Rath, Saharsa

Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): A major scare unfolded early Saturday morning when a fire broke out aboard the Saharsa-bound Amritsar-Saharsa Garib Rath Express shortly after it crossed Sirhind station in Punjab. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m., triggering chaos among passengers. The fire originated in coach G-19, where passengers first noticed smoke seeping through the windows and raising alarms. The train was brought to an emergency halt as the loco pilot immediately engaged the emergency brakes. Railway staff, assisted by local responders, managed to contain the blaze before it could spread to adjacent compartments. Although there were no fatalities, several…

17 Oct

Ropar DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar Sent to 14 Days Judicial Custody After CBI Bribe Trap

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCBI arrest, Harcharan Singh Bhullar, Mohali bribe trap, Ropar DIG, ₹8 lakh bribe

Chandigarh, October 17, 2025— The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday arrested Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹8 lakh from a scrap dealer in Mandi Gobindgarh. The officer was caught red-handed in a trap laid by the agency at his Mohali office.Following his arrest, CBI teams conducted searches at Bhullar’s residence, recovering ₹5 crore in cash, 1.5 kilograms of gold jewellery, multiple luxury cars and watches, and important documents.After undergoing a medical examination, Bhullar was presented before the CBI court and sent to 14 days of judicial custody. Speaking briefly to reporters…

17 Oct

Mass Gathering in Jagraon as Fans, Leaders, and Artists Bid Farewell to Rajvir Jawanda

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingRajvir Jawanda

Jagraon (Gurpreet Singh): Grief and remembrance filled the air in Jagraon on Friday as thousands came together to pay their final respects to renowned Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, whose sudden death in a road accident earlier this week has left a deep void in the cultural landscape of Punjab. The bhog ceremony, held in his native village, saw a massive turnout from across the state and beyond. From political leaders to fellow musicians, social workers to everyday fans, people arrived in overwhelming numbers to honour the memory of the late singer. Among the prominent attendees were Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit…

17 Oct

PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan

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National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took to social media to convey his warm birthday greetings to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Best wishes to Punjab CM Shri Bhagwant Mann Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life.” Bhagwant Mann, a senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, assumed office as Punjab’s Chief Minister in March 2022. His birthday is widely celebrated as a significant occasion, drawing messages of goodwill from across the political spectrum. PM Modi’s gesture highlights the cordial…

17 Oct

Khanna Police Bust “Organic Farming” Ponzi Scam: 8 Arrested, Over 23,000 Investors Duped of Rs 170 Crore

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabFarming, Khanna, Police, Ponji, Punjab, Scam

National Times Bureau :- Khanna Police Thursday said that eight accused have been arrested so far in the alleged organic farming Ponzi scam, involving over 23,000 investors who had invested at least Rs 170 crore in “Generation of Farming”, an organic farming firm. Khanna SSP Jyoti Yadav said that two more accused were arrested Wednesday, taking the total to eight. Farmers and other people from across Punjab were allegedly lured to invest in the firm which claimed to promote organic farming and promised double returns, said SSP Yadav. “The firm lured innocent people by promising 8 per cent monthly returns…

17 Oct

Diwali 2025: Complete Schedule, Muhurtas and Festive Rituals from Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj

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National Times Bureau :- Diwali 2025, also known as Deepawali or the Festival of Lights, is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals across India and the world. The festival symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil and is associated with happiness, prosperity, and new beginnings. During the celebrations, homes are beautifully decorated with diyas, candles, and lights, people wear new clothes, exchange gifts, and enjoy traditional sweets and festive delicacies. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025, which falls on the Amavasya Tithi (new moon day) of the Kartik month in…

16 Oct

Punjab Emerges as the New Investment Hub! Leading Global Companies Line Up to Invest in the State

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Mann, Investment Hub, Punjab

Chandigarh, October 16, 2025: Punjab is emerging as a new beacon of hope for investors, both domestic and international. Thanks to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's visionary leadership and progressive policies, the state is rapidly transforming into a new center for industrial development. Recently, the Chief Minister met with prominent industrialists in Bengaluru and extended an invitation for them to invest in Punjab. This meeting not only symbolizes the growing confidence in Punjab but also confirms the state's position as India's most reliable investment destination.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated that investing in Punjab is now more than just a profitable transaction;…

16 Oct

₹20,000 Per Acre Major Relief for Flood Victims Before Diwali, ₹209 Crore Released in Just 30 Days

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Mann, flood relief, Punjab

Mann Government Fulfills Guarantee! Flood Damage Compensation Reaches 14 Districts Chandigarh, October 16, 2025: The flame of happiness has once again lit up in the homes of flood-affected farmers in Punjab before Diwali. The Punjab government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has created a new history by fulfilling its promise to provide compensation and relief within just thirty days. This is not just an administrative decision, but an example of a sensitive and public-serving government that has truly kept its word to stand by its people through thick and thin.The state government has released the first…