Gurpreet Singh

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Supreme Court Stirred as Complainant Challenges Anticipatory Bail for Swami Avimukteshwaranand
27 Mar

Supreme Court Stirred as Complainant Challenges Anticipatory Bail for Swami Avimukteshwaranand

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The legal battle surrounding Jyotish Peeth Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati intensified on Friday, March 27, 2026, as the original complainant, Ashutosh Brahmachari Maharaj, moved the Supreme Court seeking to cancel the anticipatory bail granted to the religious leader. The petition challenges the Allahabad High Court’s March 25 order, which provided protection from arrest to the Shankaracharya and his disciple, Mukundanand Giri, in a high-profile case involving allegations of child sexual abuse. Ashutosh Maharaj contended that the High Court failed to adequately weigh the "extreme severity" of the charges and expressed grave concerns that the influential accused…
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PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meet on West Asia Crisis; Urges Team India Approach for Economic Stability
27 Mar

PM Modi Chairs High-Level Meet on West Asia Crisis; Urges Team India Approach for Economic Stability

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , , ,
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, March 27, 2026, chaired a high-level virtual meeting with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors to review India's preparedness amid the escalating West Asia crisis. Emphasizing a "Team India" approach, the Prime Minister urged states to ensure advance planning in the agriculture sector, particularly by monitoring fertilizer storage and distribution ahead of the upcoming Kharif season. He called for strict measures against hoarding and profiteering to maintain the smooth functioning of essential supply chains. The meeting follows significant central interventions to shield the domestic economy from global energy shocks. PM Modi…
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Railways to Run Special Trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur for Beas Satsang
27 Mar

Railways to Run Special Trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur for Beas Satsang

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Beas (Gurpreet Singh): To accommodate the large influx of devotees attending the Radha Soami Satsang at Beas, the Northern Railway has announced the operation of special Mail Express trains from Hazrat Nizamuddin and Saharanpur. Paramdeep Singh Saini, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, stated on Friday, March 27, 2026, that these exclusive services are designed to provide a convenient and hassle-free travel experience for pilgrims visiting the spiritual centre in Punjab. The Hazrat Nizamuddin–Beas–Hazrat Nizamuddin Special (04451/04452) will operate across two specific weekends in April and May. Train 04451 is scheduled to depart from Hazrat Nizamuddin at 19:40 hrs on April 23…
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Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Covers 30.51 Lakh Families in First 90 Days
27 Mar

Punjab’s Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna Covers 30.51 Lakh Families in First 90 Days

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab, under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, has set a benchmark in large-scale public healthcare delivery under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, emerging as a leading model nationally with over 30.51 lakh families enrolled and ₹292 crore worth of free treatment approved within three months of its launch on January 8, 2026. Highlighting the scale and pace of implementation, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Friday said the scheme has rapidly translated into real financial relief and healthcare access for lakhs of families across Punjab. Addressing a press conference at Punjab…
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AAP Launches ‘Shandaar 4 Saal’ Campaign to Mark Four Years of Bhagwant Mann Government
27 Mar

AAP Launches ‘Shandaar 4 Saal’ Campaign to Mark Four Years of Bhagwant Mann Government

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Marking four years of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government under Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the party on Friday continued its statewide outreach campaign “Shandaar 4 Saal, Bhagwant Mann de Naal”, with the second day of the ‘Samvad’ initiative witnessing widespread participation across Punjab, as Ministers and MLAs engaged directly with citizens to present the government’s report card and gather public feedback. Cabinet Ministers Barinder Kumar Goyal, Harbhajan Singh ETO, and Lal Chand Kataruchak directly engaged with people in their respective constituencies, holding nukkad meetings and public interactions to highlight the achievements of the Bhagwant…
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Youth Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Mansa; Family, Villagers Demand Probe
27 Mar

Youth Dies of Suspected Drug Overdose in Mansa; Family, Villagers Demand Probe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
National Times Bureau :- A 30-year-old man in Punjab’s Mansa district reportedly died due to a suspected drug overdose, triggering concern among locals and the victim’s family, who have demanded a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The deceased has been identified as Amritpal Singh, a resident of village Nangal Kalan. According to family members, he had been struggling with drug addiction for some time. They alleged that narcotics were being openly sold in the vicinity and claimed that repeated complaints to authorities had not led to effective action. Villagers, including members of the local panchayat, also raised…
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Punjab Govt Forms Expert Panel to Probe Varinder Ghuman Death, Seeks Report in 15 Days
27 Mar

Punjab Govt Forms Expert Panel to Probe Varinder Ghuman Death, Seeks Report in 15 Days

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab government has constituted a high-level expert committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of bodybuilder Varinder Singh Ghuman. The panel, comprising senior doctors and medical specialists, has been tasked with examining all aspects of the case, including the treatment and surgical procedures involved. Officials have directed the committee to submit its findings within 15 days. The government has stated that further action will be taken based on the report, and any instance of negligence, if established, will invite strict action against those responsible. Earlier, Amritsar Police had registered a case against four doctors of…
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Punjab faces storage crunch ahead of wheat procurement; Urges Centre to lift old stock
27 Mar

Punjab faces storage crunch ahead of wheat procurement; Urges Centre to lift old stock

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab
Gurpreet Singh :- With the wheat procurement season set to begin, the Punjab Government has accelerated its preparations but is grappling with a major storage challenge. The state has urged the Government of India to immediately lift the old grain stock lying in warehouses to make room for the incoming harvest. Expressing concern, officials warned that any delay in clearing the existing stock could severely disrupt the procurement process. As per estimates, around 125 lakh metric tonnes of wheat are expected to arrive in mandis this season, while the state currently has storage capacity for only about 100 lakh metric…
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Amritpal Singh parole rejected: Punjab and Haryana HC dismisses petition to attend Parliament Budget Session
27 Mar

Amritpal Singh parole rejected: Punjab and Haryana HC dismisses petition to attend Parliament Budget Session

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
Gurpreet Singh :- The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Friday dismissed a parole petition filed by Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh. He had sought temporary release on parole to attend the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament. A Bench comprising Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Sanjeev Berry declined to grant relief. During the hearing, Amritpal Singh argued that he represents nearly 1.9 million voters and that his continued detention amounts to a denial of democratic representation. However, the Punjab and Haryana High Court was not convinced, thereby rejecting the parole. Additional Solicitor General Satya Pal Jain told the court that…
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Government Eases Fuel Burden, Cuts Excise Duty on Petrol and Eliminates It on Diesel
27 Mar

Government Eases Fuel Burden, Cuts Excise Duty on Petrol and Eliminates It on Diesel

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Trending
New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant step aimed at softening the impact of rising global oil prices, the Centre has announced a steep reduction in excise duties on petrol and diesel across India. Under the revised structure, excise duty on petrol has been reduced to ₹3 per litre from ₹13, while diesel will now attract no central excise duty, down from ₹10 per litre. The move is expected to bring down retail fuel prices and offer relief to consumers grappling with inflation. The decision comes at a time when international energy markets remain under pressure due to ongoing geopolitical…
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