Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

01 Jun

Cashless Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Saves Bathinda Woman Facing Critical Heart Defect

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is helping people across Punjab get quality healthcare without worrying about medical expenses. Under the scheme, every eligible family can receive cashless treatment worth up to ₹10 lakh per year. The scheme has received an overwhelming response, with more than 45 lakh people already registered. Thousands of families have benefited from it, especially during medical emergencies, and many have expressed gratitude for the support it provides. One such beneficiary is a woman from Bhatinda. A routine life was suddenly overshadowed by a dangerous heart condition for 37-year-old Gurpreet…

01 Jun

Historic Fiscal Clearance Empowers Punjab Sugarcane Cultivators Under CM Bhagwant Mann

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the agricultural and cooperative sectors, with the Punjab Government clearing 100% dues of sugarcane farmers during the 2025-26 crushing season. Sugar mills across the state procured a record 167.20 lakh quintals of sugarcane and released payments worth ₹695.36 crore, ensuring that farmers received their dues in full. The achievement reflects the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann’s continued commitment to farmer welfare, crop diversification and rural prosperity. By encouraging farmers to move beyond the traditional wheat-paddy cycle and adopt sugarcane cultivation, the government…

01 Jun

Vrindavan Ashram Issues Official Statement Regarding Premanand Maharaj’s Health and Initiation Process

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Vrindavan (Gurpreet Singh): An official statement from the Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan has strongly refuted ongoing social media rumours concerning the health and daily routine of the revered saint, Shri Premanand Maharaj. The ashram administration clarified that Maharaj Ji is in excellent health, dismissing any cause for concern among his followers. According to the official communication, the saint is currently spending time in seclusion along the banks of the Yamuna River, focusing on his spiritual practices and maintaining his regular daily routine. To support his spiritual journey, his schedule has been kept entirely private, and public…

01 Jun

Amritsar tragedy: 17-year-old girl dies by suicide due to alleged harassment over pending school fees

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Gurpreet Singh :- A 17-year-old school girl allegedly died by suicide after consuming poisonous substance at her residence in Amritsar. The victim has been identified as Amjot Kaur Aulakh who was studying in Disciplined Disciple International School, Fatehgarh Churian. According to the family members, their daughter was constantly harassed by the school authorities including the principal, due to fee dues up to Rs 20,000, causing her extreme distress and humiliation. Sarabjeet Kaur, Amjot's maternal aunt, alleged that the student consumed a poisonous substance on the evening of May 22, the same day she was reportedly called to the school for…

01 Jun

Bangladesh Measles Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Reaches 585

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Rajeev Sharma :- Bangladesh continues to grapple with a worsening measles outbreak, with two more children succumbing to measles-like symptoms during the past 24 hours, pushing the overall death toll to 585 since mid-March. Health authorities have classified the latest fatalities as suspected measles-related deaths, reflecting the growing concern over the spread of the disease across the country. The outbreak has also shown no signs of slowing down, as more than 1,300 new suspected cases were reported within a single day. The cumulative number of suspected infections has now crossed 70,000, while confirmed cases have also continued to rise, placing…

01 Jun

Police Reach Bikram Majithia’s Residence, 12 Special Teams Formed to Probe Majitha Police Station Incident

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Police have intensified their investigation into the incident at Majitha police station in Amritsar by constituting 12 special teams to identify and arrest those involved. As part of the ongoing probe, police personnel on Monday visited the residence of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia. The incident occurred on Sunday when a large number of supporters gathered outside the police station, leading to heightened tensions in the area. According to police allegations, the crowd forcibly secured the release of a person who was in police custody. Treating the matter as serious, the police launched…

01 Jun

Father, Son Die After Suspected Gas Leak at Ludhiana Factory; Several Workers Hospitalised

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped an industrial unit in Ludhiana after a suspected toxic gas leak at a spanner-manufacturing factory claimed the lives of a father and son and left several workers affected. The incident occurred during the night shift when employees were carrying out routine work inside the factory premises. According to eyewitnesses, gas allegedly began leaking from a pipeline or cylinder and quickly spread across the facility. The fumes reportedly engulfed the work area within minutes, leaving workers struggling to breathe. Several employees collapsed on the spot, while others suffered severe irritation and breathing difficulties. The deceased have…

01 Jun

Navjot Kaur Sidhu to Contest Patiala Urban Seat in 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls on New Party Ticket

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a significant political announcement ahead of the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, Navjot Kaur Sidhu has declared her intention to contest from the Patiala Urban constituency. The former MLA and wife of senior politician Navjot Singh Sidhu said she would enter the electoral fray under the banner of her newly formed Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party. The announcement is being viewed as a notable development in Punjab's political landscape, particularly in Patiala, where electoral equations are expected to witness fresh realignments. Navjot Kaur Sidhu said her party would focus on issues concerning the common people and seek to offer…

01 Jun

Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra Assumes Role of Acting Chief Justice at Punjab and Haryana High Court

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Union Government has appointed Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra as the Acting Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court following the elevation of Justice Sheel Nagu to the Supreme Court of India. The appointment was announced through a notification issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice on Monday. The decision has been made under Article 223 of the Constitution, which provides for the appointment of an Acting Chief Justice when the position falls vacant or the incumbent is unable to discharge official duties. Justice Sheel Nagu’s recent elevation to the country’s highest court created…

01 Jun

Rains Bring Temporary Relief Across Punjab, but Experts Warn of Bigger Challenges Ahead

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Dark clouds, intermittent showers and cooler winds have transformed the weather across Punjab over the past few days, offering residents a much-needed break from the scorching temperatures that dominated May. However, while the current spell has brought relief from the heat, concerns are mounting over forecasts of a weaker monsoon and the impact it could have on farming, groundwater reserves and electricity consumption in the months ahead. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued weather activity across several parts of the state until the end of the week, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds expected to…