Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

04 Jul

PM Narendra Modi Congratulates President Trump and Americans on Historic 250th Independence Anniversary

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World News250th anniversary, Donald Trump, India US relations, Narendra Modi, US Independence

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warmest congratulations to United States President Donald Trump and the American people on Saturday to mark the historic 250th anniversary of United States independence. Delivering his message on behalf of 1.4 billion Indian citizens, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that the bond between New Delhi and Washington extends far beyond a traditional strategic partnership. He asserted that the bilateral relationship remains deeply anchored in a shared commitment to democratic principles, the rule of law, and a mutual faith in the boundless potential of their respective populations, framing the transcontinental friendship as…

04 Jul

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Funds Free Knee Surgery for Mohali Barber

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabDr Balbir Singh, Knee Surgery, Mohali doctor, Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana, orthopaedic procedure

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A painful road accident left Mohd Julfukar, a barber in Mohali, fearing he would lose his livelihood. Unable to afford surgery for a serious knee injury, he worried about his family’s future. Through Bhagwant Mann Govt's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY), he received free treatment and is now looking forward to returning to the work he loves. Every morning, before most people begin their day, Mohd Julfukar opens his small barber shop and gets ready to welcome his customers. For years, he has been more than just a barber. He is someone people trust, chat with, and…

04 Jul

Punjab Government Tightens Crackdown on Crime with Over 43,000 Gangsters and 71,000 Drug Smugglers Arrested

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Drug Smugglers arrested, gangster crackdown, Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, Punjab Police

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reiterating the Bhagwant Mann Government’s unwavering commitment to making the state free from gangsterism and drugs, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Saturday said that the Bhagwant Mann government has been pursuing an uncompromising campaign against anti-social elements while simultaneously delivering on its public welfare commitments. Addressing the media, AAP Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “The Bhagwant Mann Government is fully committed to eradicating gangsterism and drugs from Punjab. Our ‘Gangsters Te Vaar’ campaign has now entered its 164th day, and its impactful and positive results…

04 Jul

Arvind Kejriwal Slams Goa’s Healthcare System, Demands Adoption of Punjab’s 10 Lakh Rupee Insurance Model

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaArvind Kejriwal, DDSSY scheme, GMC overcrowding, Goa healthcare, insurance expansion, Punjab health model

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal highlighted Goa's public healthcare system’s collapse, citing overcrowding at the state's lone super-speciality hospital, large staff shortages, and the declining use of the Deen Dayal Swasthya Seva Yojana (DDSSY). He pointed out that only 1.81 lakh of the 2.91 lakh enrolled families continue to use the scheme, while nearly 90 per cent of Goans cannot afford private treatment to begin with. Holding up Punjab as an alternative, the AAP Supremo called on the Goa government to adopt the AAP-led state's ₹10 lakh health insurance scheme, which provides universal…

04 Jul

Punjab Congress Faces Internal Churn as Charanjit Singh Channi Loyalists Seek Audience With High Command

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingCharanjit Singh Channi, Punjab

Jalandhar (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh signs of internal discord have emerged within the Punjab Congress after a group of senior leaders aligned with former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi convened a meeting to discuss the party's organisational direction ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. The gathering, held at Channi's residence in Morinda, brought together several former legislators and party functionaries who reportedly expressed reservations over recent decisions taken by the state leadership. Rather than announcing any political rebellion, the leaders resolved to place their concerns before the Congress high command. Sources familiar with the developments said the Channi camp believes important…

04 Jul

Punjab, Chandigarh Brace for More Rain as Monsoon Remains Active; IMD Extends Weather Alert Till July 9

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingChandigarh, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Heavy showers cool temperatures across the region; authorities urge caution amid thunderstorm forecast Monsoon activity continues to dominate the weather across Punjab and Chandigarh, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting more rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few days. The weather office has indicated that the current wet spell is likely to continue until July 9, prompting authorities to remain on alert. Several districts received rainfall over the past 24 hours, helping bring down temperatures and offering relief from persistent humidity. While the showers improved weather conditions for residents, they also caused waterlogging and…

04 Jul

Monsoon Advances Across North India, Bringing Widespread Rainfall to Punjab and Haryana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, TrendingHaryana, Monsoon, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh/Balwinder Singh): The southwest monsoon has expanded across almost the entire northern belt of the country, bringing steady rainfall to Punjab, Haryana and neighbouring regions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said only a limited stretch in the western parts of the two states is yet to come under complete monsoon influence, with conditions remaining favourable for further advancement. Following its recent progress, several parts of Punjab and Haryana have recorded rainfall above the normal average for the past few days, providing much-needed relief from the prolonged spell of heat and humidity. The weather office has forecast widespread rain…

03 Jul

Meta Officials Meet IT Ministry Over Disputed WhatsApp Username Feature

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCybercrime prevention, IT Ministry, Meta India, Tech regulation, WhatsApp security

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): A delegation from Meta met with officials from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Friday after receiving an official notice summoning the tech company over WhatsApp's proposed 'username' feature in India. According to sources familiar with the matter, the ministry used the meeting to sensitise the Meta team regarding the central government's sharp concerns over the rollout. Meta is expected to submit its final, detailed response within the stipulated three-day deadline. The central government issued the notice on Wednesday, raising significant alarms that introducing usernames on WhatsApp could materially escalate cybercrimes, including online…

03 Jul

Agra Woman Arrested for Murdering Husband, Burying Body Under Bathroom Floor

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAgra crime, Concealing evidence, domestic dispute, murder investigation, Police arrest

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Agra Police on Friday arrested a woman, identified as Ruby Sharma, for allegedly murdering her 45-year-old husband, Surendra Sharma, and burying his body beneath their bathroom floor. To conceal the crime, the accused had also filed a formal missing person’s complaint with the police. The victim had been missing for approximately 45 days before investigators uncovered the crime scene at the couple’s residence in Renuka Dham Colony, situated under the jurisdiction of the Sikandra police station. According to Assistant Commissioner of Police Amisha, Ruby allegedly killed her husband and buried his remains under the bathroom…

03 Jul

SIT to Re-Audit Ram Temple Trust Accounts Amid Growing Embezzlement Controversy

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaFinancial audit, Fund embezzlement, Political row, Ram Temple, Trust controversy

Ayodhya (Gurpreet Singh): The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is set to conduct a comprehensive re-audit of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's financial records following intense pressure from Opposition parties demanding public accountability and a Supreme Court-monitored investigation. The upcoming scrutiny will span an entire five-year period, meticulously reviewing all construction-related expenditure along with valuable donations of jewellery, gold, and silver items. The move comes amid escalating political friction over the alleged misappropriation of funds dedicated to the temple. Senior BJP leader and former MP Vinay Katiyar revealed that he spoke directly with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who expressed…