Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

28 Feb

Education Minister Harjot Bains calls upon Punjab school students to work hard to shape their future and take admission in nationally reputed institutes like IISER

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SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister Harjot Singh Bains has called upon Punjab government school students to focus on science subjects and take admission in country’s premier institutes like IISER, IIT and IIM. Inaugurating the two-day Science Fest TATTVA at Indian Institute of Science Education and Reasearch, Mohali, Education Minister Bains while giving the examples of renowned Indian and International Scientists and Reasearchers, Sir C V Raman, J C Bose, Isec Newton and Copernicus inspired the Punjab School Science Students of Class 10+1 from SOE and Meritorious Schools witnessing the Science Fest to…

28 Feb

Sarbatt Da Bhala Trust Donates Dead Body Freezer to Gurudwara Bibi Bhani Ji

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Mohali, February 28, 2025 – In a continued effort to serve society, Sarbatt Da Bhala Charitable Trust has donated a dead body freezer (mortuary box) to Gurudwara Bibi Bhani Ji, Phase-7, Mohali. The initiative was carried out under the guidance of the trust's managing trustee, Dr. S.P.S. Oberoi. Commitment to Social Welfare Speaking at the event, Mohali District President of the Trust, Kawaljeet Singh Ruby, stated that the trust has always been at the forefront of social welfare initiatives. The donation was made in response to a request from Ward No. 12 Councillor, Paramjit Singh Happy, and handed over in…

28 Feb

Mohali Market Representatives Thank MLA Kulwant Singh for Support

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, MLA Kulwant Singh, Mohali Market Issues, Motor Market, Rehri Market

Mohali, February 28, 2025 – In a significant show of gratitude, representatives from the Motor Market and Rehri Market in Mohali met with MLA Kulwant Singh today to thank him for addressing their long-standing issues. The meeting took place at the AAP office in Sector 79, where market leaders acknowledged that no political leader in the past 40 years had genuinely supported their cause. "First Leader to Listen to Us" – Market Representatives The delegation included Fauja Singh (President, Phase-1 Motor Market), Karam Chand (President, Phase-7 Motor Market), and Ram Gopal Bansal (President, Phase-7 Rehri Market). Speaking to the media,…

28 Feb

Punjab Government Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trade

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Chandigarh, February 28 – The Punjab government has gone into action mode against drug trafficking, ramping up its efforts to eradicate the menace. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a crucial meeting today with all district commissioners (DCs) and senior superintendents of police (SSPs) to discuss further steps. New Strategy to Wipe Out Drug Trade The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has unveiled a fresh blueprint to tackle drug abuse in the state. Punjab minister Aman Arora, after a high-level meeting, announced that the journey toward restoring "Rangla Punjab" has officially begun. The meeting was attended by ministers Harpal Singh Cheema,…

28 Feb

Heavy Rains Cause Destruction in Himachal’s Kullu, Vehicles Swept Away in Bhootnath Drain

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Kullu, Himachal Pradesh (National Times): Continuous heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district has led to widespread destruction, with several vehicles washed away in the Bhootnath drain and others buried under debris in Gandhi Nagar. A shocking video of the incident has surfaced, capturing the scale of devastation caused by the relentless downpour. With the situation worsening, schools in Kullu, Shimla, Chamba, Kinnaur, and Lahaul-Spiti have been shut down as a precautionary measure. The Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert, warning of further heavy rain and snowfall in the coming days. Road Closures and Disruptions Across the State The…

28 Feb

Heavy Snowfall in Manali: 200 Roads Blocked, Schools Shut, Power Disrupted Across Himachal Pradesh

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Manali: (National Times) Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under heavy snowfall and rainfall, leading to widespread disruptions in daily life. Over 200 roads have been closed, power and water supply has been affected, and several regions remain cut off due to extreme weather conditions. Major Disruptions Across Key Districts The worst-affected areas include Kullu, Lahaul and Spiti, Kinnaur, and Chamba, where continuous snowfall has disrupted connectivity. In Dodra-Kwar (Shimla district), roads leading to the valley remain inaccessible. Several schools in Lahaul and Spiti and Chamba have been closed today as a precautionary measure. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted…

27 Feb

Punjab Government Doubles Ex-Gratia Assistance for Disabled Soldiers

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Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – In a major welfare initiative, the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has doubled ex-gratia financial assistance for disabled soldiers from the Defence Services and Paramilitary Forces. This move aims to provide greater financial security to those who suffer disabilities while on duty during war or operations.Defence Services Welfare Minister Mohinder Bhagat announced the revised policy, emphasizing the government's commitment to supporting and recognizing the sacrifices of armed forces personnel.Revised Ex-Gratia Assistance:76% to 100% disability: ₹40 lakh (previously ₹20 lakh)51% to 75% disability: ₹20 lakh (previously ₹10 lakh)25% to 50%…

27 Feb

Punjab Police Demolishes Illegal Properties of Drug Peddlers in Patiala and Rupnagar

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Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – In a major crackdown on the drug mafia, Punjab Police, with the assistance of local authorities, demolished illegal houses of two notorious drug peddlers in Patiala and Rupnagar districts. The action is part of the state government’s ongoing War Against Drugs, initiated under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. Patiala Operation In Patiala, a police team led by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Nanak Singh took stern action against Rinky, a habitual drug smuggler from Rodi Kut Mohalla. Rinky has been booked in at least 10 FIRs under the NDPS Act between…

27 Feb

Punjab Police Busts BKI-ISI-Backed Terror Module, Arrests Two Operatives

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Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – In a major breakthrough, the Punjab Police has successfully dismantled a terror module linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The group was behind the recent attacks in Batala, Jaintipur, and Raimal, carried out on January 15 and February 17, 2025.The Batala Police arrested two operatives, Mohit and Vishal, who were key members of the terror network. The module was orchestrated by USA-based terrorist Happy Passian and Pakistan-based Harvinder Rinda, both known for their links to extremist activities.During the operation, one of the operatives—who had previously hurled an explosive—opened fire at…

27 Feb

Punjab Approves New Excise Policy for 2025-26, Targets ₹11,020 Crore Revenue

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Chandigarh, February 27, 2025 – The Punjab cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has approved the excise policy for 2025-26, aiming to boost revenue by ₹800 crore over the previous year. The government has set a target of ₹11,020 crore in excise duty collection for the upcoming fiscal year, Finance Minister Harpal Cheema announced. Key Highlights of the Excise Policy Return to E-Tendering for Liquor Vends: The government is reverting to its 2022 policy of allotting liquor vends through e-tenders, ensuring transparency in the process.Open Quota for IMFL Continues: The policy will maintain an open quota for Indian Made…