Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

26 Jul

RC, DL Services Now Available at Sewa Kendras and Doorstep in Punjab

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Chandigarh, July 26, 2025: The Punjab government has expanded access to 30 Transport Department services, including Registration Certificates (RC) and Driving Licences (DL), making them available at Sewa Kendras and through doorstep delivery under the “Bhagwan Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwaar” scheme. This move aims to cut out middlemen and reduce the need for citizens to visit Regional Transport Offices (RTOs).Minister of Good Governance and Information Technology, Aman Arora, announced the development during a high-level review meeting at MGSIPA with Deputy Commissioners and senior officers. He directed officials to ensure smooth implementation and warned against any practices that burden citizens with…

26 Jul

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Slams Capt Amarinder Singh for Defending Bikram Majithia, Calls Out “Hypocrisy” on Drug Issue

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a scathing attack on former CM Captain Amarinder Singh for defending Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, an accused in a high-profile drug case. The sharp political exchange comes after Captain Amarinder criticized the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government for what he termed as "political vendetta" and "assault on democracy." Reacting strongly to Amarinder Singh’s statement, CM Bhagwant Mann said,“Captain Sahib, today you’re suddenly concerned about the human rights of drug smugglers… When people’s sons were writhing in agony and dying under your and your nephew’s rule, you were…

26 Jul

Akal Takht Summons Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Over Controversial Srinagar Event, Edu Min Agrees to It

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Amritsar (National Times): In a significant development, the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, has summoned Punjab Cabinet Minister S. Harjot Singh and the Director of the Language Department, S. Jaswant Singh, over a controversial cultural program organized in Srinagar. The event, held on the occasion of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, has drawn criticism from the Sikh community for including elements deemed objectionable and disrespectful. The Jathedar took serious note of the complaints received from various quarters of the Sikh Sangat regarding the inclusion of dance, songs, and entertainment…

25 Jul

CM Orders Expert Probe into Bagga Kalan and Akhaara CBG Plants, Reaffirms Zero Tolerance on Pollution

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Chandigarh, July 25: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday asked the environmental expert committee to thoroughly examine the Bagga Kalan and Akhaara CBG plants and submit its report in a time bound manner. The Chief Minister, while interacting with the villagers from the both the village in Ludhiana, said that the expert committee comprising representatives from pollution control board, universities and others should meet the villagers and assess all the points related to setting of these plants. He reiterated that the committee and villagers will carefully examine each and every concern being raised by the local residents. Bhagwant…

25 Jul

57 units of blood collected in Zirakpur

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Zirakpur (National Times): To meet the shortage of blood in hospitals due to summer, Vishvas Foundatio,n Panchkula and 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 near Metro Store in Zirakpur. 61 donors registered to donate blood in the camp, 4 were refused to donate blood due to health problems. The team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Center Zirakpur collected 57 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal.Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said…

25 Jul

PHDCCI Organized Regional Cyber Security & AI (RCA) Conference 2025

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Chandigarh (National Times): PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) successfully organised the Regional Cyber Security and AI (RCA) Conference 2025 at Chandigarh, witnessing active participation from over 300 delegates spanning government, industry, academia, and start-ups. The conference fostered deliberations on emerging challenges, innovations, and the roadmap to secure digital transformation in India.The event was graced by eminent dignitaries and industry experts who served as Guests of Honour, sharing insights on the integration of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) into India’s development narrative.Sh. Vinod Sharma, Regional Director, Northern Region, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, through a video address,…

25 Jul

Ferozepur Police Bust Narco-Hawala Network, Seize 15 Kg Heroin in Major Operation

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Ferozepur, July 25, 2025 — In a significant breakthrough in the fight against cross-border drug trafficking, the Ferozepur Police have unearthed a sophisticated narco-hawala network, recovering 15 kilograms of heroin in a covert intelligence-led operation. The successful raid was carried out by PS Ghall Khurd, which led to the arrest of a key accused, Ramesh Kumar alias Mechi, a known operative in the drug trade. Acting on precise intelligence inputs, the police team swiftly moved in, leading to the dismantling of what appears to be a well-organised trans-border smuggling syndicate. An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the…

24 Jul

Punjab Governor Kataria Discharged from PGI After Routine Observation

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Chandigarh, July 24, 2025 — Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria was discharged from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI), Chandigarh, on Wednesday evening after undergoing a medical check-up. The visit, which occurred at 3:25 PM, followed a minor fall earlier and came as part of continued medical observation by the PGI team.Governor Kataria was examined by a team of specialists to ensure there were no complications. After receiving a full assessment and the necessary care, doctors declared his condition stable. He was discharged and returned to Punjab Raj Bhavan at 7:00 PM the same day.The Governor had…

23 Jul

20 Child Beggars Rescued in a Day Across Punjab, Total Rises to 169 Under Project JIWANJYOT 2.0

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Chandigarh, July 23, 2025– In a major push under Project JIWANJYOT 2.0, the Punjab Government rescued 20 vulnerable child beggars in a single day across 15 districts, marking a significant step in its campaign against child exploitation. The rescue operation, led by the Department of Social Security, Women and Child Development, was carried out under the guidance of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.Social Security Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur confirmed that with the latest operation, the total number of children rescued within just seven days has climbed to 169. The state’s District Child Protection Units (DCPUs) conducted these special drives at…

23 Jul

8 Illegal Pistols Seized in Amritsar Amid Crackdown on Trans-Border Arms Smuggling

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Amritsar (National Times): In a major crackdown on trans-border arms trafficking, the Amritsar Rural Police, acting on specific intelligence inputs, carried out two separate operations, one of them in coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF Punjab), resulting in the seizure of eight illegal weapons and the arrest of four individuals. According to official sources, the recovered cache includes five pistols of .30 caliber and three 9mm pistols, along with their magazines. The accused are suspected to be part of a larger cross-border arms smuggling syndicate. FIRs have been registered at Police Station Gharinda, and further investigations are underway to…