Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

03 Oct

Rain Likely in Northern Punjab as Temperatures Stay Above Normal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A shift in weather is on the horizon for Punjab as light to moderate rainfall is expected in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, and Gurdaspur today. The change comes with the arrival of a new Western Disturbance, which has activated over the region, according to the Meteorological Department. The spell of rain may provide relief from the unseasonal warmth gripping parts of the state. While daytime temperatures have stayed within the normal range, nights have been noticeably warmer, with minimum temperatures climbing up to 4.6°C higher than usual. Mansa, in particular, recorded the highest temperature in the state at 36.6°C,…

02 Oct

India Allows Sikh Pilgrims to Visit Pakistan for Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Prakash Purab

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New Delhi, October 2: India has granted permission for Sikh Jathas (groups of pilgrims) to travel to Pakistan for the upcoming Prakash Purab celebrations of Guru Nanak Dev, founder of Sikhism, according to official sources.The pilgrimage will take place under the 1974 bilateral protocol on visits to religious shrines. Officials clarified that only selected groups will be permitted based on recommendations from respective state governments. These recommendations will be forwarded to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), after which the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) will issue the final clearance.The decision comes after the Centre had earlier barred Sikh pilgrims…

02 Oct

Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan sue YouTube and Google over AI videos, seek Rs 4 cr in damages

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National Times Bureau :- Bollywood power couple Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have taken legal action against YouTube and its parent company Google, filing a lawsuit that seeks Rs 4 crore (approx. $450,000) in damages. The move comes after a flood of AI-generated deepfake videos featuring the actors surfaced online, raising alarm over privacy violations and misuse of artificial intelligence. The petition, filed on September 6, calls for the immediate removal and permanent ban of all videos that infringe on the Bachchans’ intellectual property and personality rights. The actors have also asked the Delhi High Court to direct YouTube…

02 Oct

Heavy rain likely after October 5, IMD issues yellow alert

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National Times Bureau :- The weather in Punjab is set to take a dramatic turn once again as the monsoon is expected retreat in the state. The sudden shift in the weather is due to the western disturbance. The Meteorological Department has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Punjab after October 5 and a yellow alert has also been issued for the same. As per the forecast, on October 5, a yellow alert for rainfall has been declared in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Kapurthala, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, Fazilka, and Muktsar. Due to the weather changes, Punjab’s maximum temperature dropped…

01 Oct

Punjab Launches “PEHEL Mart” to Empower Rural Women and Promote Handmade Products

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Chandigarh: In a major initiative to strengthen rural entrepreneurship and empower women, the Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission (PSRLM) has launched “PEHEL Mart,” a dedicated outlet for handmade and organic products crafted by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from across the state.The mart was inaugurated at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, Sector 1, Chandigarh, by Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, in the presence of Chief Secretary KAP Sinha and Ajit Balaji Joshi, Administrative Secretary, Rural Development & Panchayats.Showcasing Punjab’s cultural heritage, the marketplace offers a diverse collection of sustainable products, including traditional Phulkari embroidery, suits, juttis, honey, pickles, squash,…

01 Oct

Amritsar Police Crack Illegal Tramadol Supply Chain, Arrest One

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Amritsar, October 1, 2025: Amritsar Rural Police have dealt a major blow to an illegal pharmaceutical drug network by seizing 1,08,000 Tramadol tablets. Authorities arrested Jobanjit Singh, also known as Joban, who was traveling in a car, and recovered a Glock pistol with five live rounds along with a mobile phone.An FIR has been registered under the NDPS Act and Arms Act at PS Beas. Investigations are ongoing to trace the source of the drugs and dismantle the wider network by identifying all forward and backward connections.The Punjab Police reaffirmed their determination to curb drug trafficking and maintain a safe,…

01 Oct

60 units of blood collected in Zirakpur on National Voluntary Blood Donation Day

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Zirakpur: On the occasion of National Voluntary Blood Donation Day, the Vishvas Foundation, Panchkula and the Indian Red Cross Society, District Branch, Mohali, organized a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas Ji. This blood donation camp was organized Opposite Metro Store in Zirakpur. The team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Center Zirakpur collected 60 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal. Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that people have a misconception that donating blood causes weakness in the body. There is no weakness due to blood…

01 Oct

Nine killed, several injured as under-construction steel arch collapses in Chennai

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National Times Bureau :- At least nine workers were killed and several others injured after an under-construction arch collapsed by nearly 30 feet trapping several migrant workers on Tuesday. The incident unfolded in at the North Chennai Thermal Power Station construction site in Ennore. While one worker sustained grievous injuries, more than ten were reported to be seriously hurt. The injured were rushed to Stanley Government Hospital in North Chennai. The Avadi Police Commissionerate said the exact cause of the collapse is yet to be ascertained. Rescue operations are underway, and an investigation has been launched into the incident. Prime…

30 Sep

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda in Critical Condition After Accident, Prayers Pour In

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Chandigarh, September 30, 2025: Deep concern grips Punjab as renowned Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda fights for his life following a devastating accident. Doctors have described his condition as highly unstable, with the coming hours considered critical for his survival.Medical updates suggest his brain activity has nearly stopped, while his lungs and several vital organs show minimal function. At present, only his heartbeat remains steady, making the situation increasingly alarming.The tragic development has united the Punjabi entertainment world and political leaders in prayers for Jawanda’s recovery. Artists including Kanwar Grewal, Kulwinder Billa, Jass Bajwa, and Mankirt Aulakh have appealed to fans…

30 Sep

Punjab Declares Local Holiday in Amritsar on 8th October for Guru Ramdas Jayanti

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Amritsar, September 30, 2025 – The Punjab government has announced a local holiday in Amritsar district on Wednesday, 8th October, to mark the birth anniversary of Shri Guru Ramdas Ji Maharaj.According to the official notification, all schools, colleges, and government offices in the district will remain closed on this day. The local holiday applies to all government departments, boards, corporations, and educational institutions within Amritsar district.