Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

25 Aug

CM Bhagwant Mann Accuses Centre of Withdrawing Ration Benefits from 55 Lakh Punjabis, Writes Open Letter To People of Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has alleged that the Union government is planning to remove nearly 55 lakh residents of Punjab from the free ration scheme, terming the move a deliberate attempt to “snatch food from the poor.” In a letter to the people of the state, Mann said the Centre has already cut off supplies for 23 lakh individuals since July, citing incomplete eKYC. He added that ration for another 32 lakh people is expected to be stopped from September under the claim that these families no longer fall under the “poor” category. Mann questioned the…

25 Aug

Four Bambiha Gang Associates Held After Gunfire Exchange in Barnala

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Barnala: In a significant operation against organised crime, Barnala Police have arrested four active members of the Devinder Bambiha gang while foiling a robbery plan. The accused — identified as Satnam Singh alias Satti, Gurpreet alias Guri, Sarm Singh alias Rinku, and Deepak Singh — were taken into custody following a naka checking drive. Officials stated that the suspects opened fire on the police party when signaled to stop. The officers retaliated with restraint, managed to overpower them, and secured their vehicle. No casualties were reported in the exchange. From their possession, police recovered four firearms, including a Zigana pistol,…

24 Aug

Jammu – Government Orders Closure of All Schools on August 25

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National Times Bureau :- Jammu and Kashmir continues to reel under the impact of relentless rains, leaving large parts of the Jammu division waterlogged and severely affecting daily life. Several areas are witnessing flood-like conditions, creating major disruptions in transportation and posing challenges for residents. In response to the deteriorating weather, the Jammu and Kashmir government has announced a complete closure of all government and private schools across Jammu division on Monday, August 25. According to an official notification issued by the School Education Department, the decision was taken in view of the persistent heavy rainfall and waterlogging in multiple…

24 Aug

Young Man from Moga Dies in Tragic Road Accident in Canada

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National Times Bureau :- A 26-year-old youth from Punjab’s Moga district, identified as Mandeep Singh, lost his life in a severe road accident in Strathmore, Canada. Mandeep, a resident of Gholia Khurd village, had moved abroad in pursuit of a better future, but fate had other plans. Fatal Collision with Truck According to reports, the accident occurred when a truck collided with the vehicle Mandeep was traveling in. The crash was so severe that by the time emergency services arrived, he had already passed away on the spot. Sole Breadwinner of the Family Mandeep was the only earning member of…

24 Aug

Major Crackdown on Power Theft in Jalandhar Circle: ₹8.53 Lakh Penalty Imposed on 33 Consumers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabElectricity, Fines, Jalandhar, Powercom, Theft

National Times Bureau :- In a targeted drive against power theft, the Jalandhar Circle Electricity Department conducted a large-scale inspection across five divisions, penalizing 33 consumers for illegal electricity use and system misuse. 1,242 Connections Inspected, 33 Defaulters Fined Special checking teams inspected 1,242 electricity connections, identifying 33 cases involving direct theft, overloading, and unauthorized commercial use of domestic power connections. A cumulative fine of ₹8.53 lakh has been imposed on the defaulters. Direct Theft and Overload Cases Detected Out of the total, 13 cases were related to direct theft, resulting in a fine of ₹6.95 lakh. The remaining 20…

24 Aug

Punjab Faces Rain and Flood Alert: 7 Districts on Rain Watch, 8 Battling Rising Waters After Harike Spill

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab continues to grapple with adverse weather conditions as rainfall persists in parts of the state, triggering both a yellow alert and worsening flood situations in several low-lying districts. The India Meteorological Department has flagged seven districts for potential moderate rainfall, while significant volumes of water released from Harike Headworks have added to the flood crisis across eight districts. Rain Forecast for Seven Districts The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr (SBS Nagar), Rupnagar, and Mohali. These areas could witness intermittent showers today, adding to already saturated soil and increasing the…

24 Aug

Punjab Minister Seeks MEA’s Intervention Over US Visa Freeze for Punjabi Truckers After Florida Incident

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Chandigarh: In a significant diplomatic appeal, Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora has written to External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, urging immediate intervention following reports that the United States has suspended work visa issuance for commercial drivers — a move said to be linked to a recent truck accident in Florida involving a Punjabi-origin driver. In his letter, Arora expressed deep concern over the sweeping nature of the action, emphasizing that the visa pause is already causing considerable anxiety and hardship among the estimated 1.5 lakh Punjabis employed in the US trucking industry. He warned that such a blanket measure,…

23 Aug

Punjab Police Arrest 134 Smugglers in Statewide Anti-Drug Raids

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Chandigarh, August 23, 2025: Punjab Police intensified its anti-drug campaign on Saturday, carrying out simultaneous raids across the state and arresting 134 drug smugglers. The crackdown marked the 175th consecutive day of the state government’s “Yudh Nashian Virudh” drive launched under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.According to officials, police teams registered 95 FIRs during the operation and recovered 2.9 kg of heroin, 9 kg of poppy husk, 963 intoxicant tablets and capsules, along with ₹12,420 in cash. This brings the total number of smugglers arrested since the campaign began to 27,039.The operation, carried out on the directions of Director General…

23 Aug

Stray Dog Attack in Kanpur Leaves BBA Student Critically Injured

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National Times Bureau :- Panic gripped a residential locality in Kanpur after a vicious attack by a pack of stray dogs left a young BBA student severely injured. The incident occurred late Monday evening when the 20-year-old woman was returning home from her coaching classes. Eyewitnesses reported that a group of stray dogs suddenly charged at her, biting her multiple times before locals intervened to rescue her. She sustained deep wounds on her legs and arms and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where her condition is said to be critical but stable. Residents of the area have expressed anger…

23 Aug

Christian Community Expresses Outrage Over Ravneet Singh Bittu’s Remarks; Minority Commission Demands Apology

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National Times Bureau :- A controversy has erupted after remarks made by Congress leader Ravneet Singh Bittu, drawing sharp criticism from the Christian community. The comments, which many have described as hurtful and insensitive, have sparked widespread resentment across the state. The Punjab State Minority Commission has taken cognisance of the matter and has formally demanded an apology from Bittu, stating that his words have hurt the sentiments of the Christian minority. Community leaders have also urged political figures to exercise restraint and show respect toward all faiths, warning that such statements can disturb communal harmony. As pressure mounts, the…