Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

08 Jun

Human Skull Found on Car Roof Sparks Panic in Amritsar

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Amritsar (National Times): A human skull without a torso, discovered on the roof of a Bolero car parked in poor condition at the taxi stand near Durgiana Temple, has caused widespread sensation and fear in the area. The incident, reported under the jurisdiction of Thana D Division, prompted an immediate response from the police, who took the skull into custody and sent it to the mortuary. A police team has launched an investigation under the supervision of senior officials. All police stations under the District Police Commissionerate have been alerted to report any unidentified headless bodies, which could help identify…

08 Jun

Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government Waives off Rs 68 Cr Loan of 4,727 Dalit Families in Major Relief Move

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Amritsar (National Times): In a significant step towards social justice and economic relief, the Bhagwant Mann-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab has waived off loans worth ₹68 crore belonging to 4,727 Dalit families. This major announcement marks a milestone in the state government’s commitment to uplift marginalized communities. A formal function to commemorate this initiative is being held today at Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar, where Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will personally meet and interact with the beneficiaries. The event is expected to draw a large number of attendees, including government officials, community leaders, and members of…

07 Jun

Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan Leads Visionary Initiative to Mark 350th Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji with Global Outreach and Tech Integration

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Chandigarh, June 7, 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has initiated a wide-ranging consultation with renowned scholars, professors, and artists to conceptualize a grand commemoration of the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The meeting, held in Chandigarh, marks the beginning of a visionary plan to celebrate the legacy of the ninth Sikh Guru through global cultural outreach and cutting-edge digital formats.During the meeting, academics and cultural figures presented an integrated proposal titled “Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji 350th Centenary: The Shield of Humanity.” The aim is to preserve Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s legacy of…

07 Jun

Arms Smuggling Network Linked to Jail Inmate Busted in Amritsar; 3 Arrested with Foreign Pistols

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Amritsar, June 7, 2025 – In a major crackdown on illegal arms smuggling in Punjab, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) Border Range Amritsar has arrested three men and recovered six high-end foreign-made pistols reportedly smuggled from across the border. The arrested individuals were allegedly working for jailed smuggling kingpin Jugraj Singh, currently lodged at Sri Goindwal Sahib Central Jail.Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav said the arrests were made as part of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s ongoing push to make Punjab safer. The accused Rajan of Bhagtanwala Gate, Paramjit Singh of Ghannupur, and Dinesh Kumar of Naraingarh…

07 Jun

NIA chargesheets Khalistani terrorist Goldy Brar, 4 others in Gurugram bomb attack case

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New Delhi, Jun 7: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has chargesheeted five accused, including Canada-based Khalistani terrorist Goldy Brar, in the 2024 case relating to bomb attacks at two clubs in Gurugram, officials said on Saturday. The NIA has booked Satinderjit Singh alias Goldy Brar, along with Sachin Taliyan, Ankit, Bhawish and US-based Randeep Singh alias Randeep Malik, under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Arms Act, Explosives Substance Act, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act in its charge sheet filed before a court in Panchkula on Friday, they said. Barring Brar and Malik, all others have been…

07 Jun

Punjab Police seeks from Tinder details about account suspected to be linked to Amritpal Singh

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Chandigarh, Jun 7: Punjab Police has sought information from dating app Tinder about an account suspected to be linked with radical preacher and Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh who has been booked in the murder of a Sikh activist. In a communication to Tinder the Faridkot police said it was probing the murder case of Sikh activist Gurpreet Singh Hari Nau who was shot dead on October 9 last year while returning home from the village Gurdwara on his motorcycle. Nau was a member of the radical outfit Waris Punjab De headed by Amritpal Singh. Punjab Director General of Police…

07 Jun

CM Mann Assures Justice in Samana Tragedy, Announces Memorial and Safety Reforms

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Samana (Punjab), June 7, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday visited Samana to meet the grieving families of seven schoolchildren who lost their lives in a devastating road accident earlier this week. Describing the incident as “deeply heartbreaking,” Mann pledged justice, accountability, and long-term systemic reforms to prevent such tragedies.During his visit, CM Mann offered condolences and addressed the core demands of the victims' families, many of whom had been protesting for action and answers in the aftermath of the incident.Key Announcements by CM Mann:Strict Action Against Police Lapses: Mann ordered disciplinary measures against police officials who…

07 Jun

Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal Presented in Mohali Court; Police Allege ISI Links, Seek 7-Day Remand

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Mohali, June 7, 2025 — Punjabi YouTuber Jasbir Singh Mahal was produced before the Mohali district court on Friday amid serious espionage allegations linking him to Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI. The police have requested a seven-day remand for further investigation.During the court proceedings, the government prosecutor informed the judge that Mahal had been introduced to an ISI agent named Danish, who allegedly facilitated contact between Mahal and Pakistani intelligence. Police revealed that Mahal had traveled to Pakistan six times, and during one such visit, his laptop was reportedly in the possession of an ISI agent for nearly 1.5 hours.The prosecution…

07 Jun

Ravneet Bittu Lauds Centre for Swift Action on Punjab’s Power Demands

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Chandigarh (National Times): Punjab has received a major nod from the Central Government to strengthen its power infrastructure, with Union Minister Ravneet Bittu confirming prompt approval of key energy proposals made by the state. Taking to X, Bittu praised the Centre’s responsiveness: “The Union Government has never held back on supporting Punjab. Every issue raised by Punjab’s Power Minister yesterday was wholeheartedly acknowledged and promptly approved by the Union Minister.” The approved proposals include: Sanctioning of three new power generation units, each with a capacity of 800 MW, expected to greatly ease electricity shortages. Resolution of coal transportation challenges, ensuring…

07 Jun

Punjab Reports Second Death Due to COVID-19, 69-Year-Old Woman from Ludhiana Succumbs

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Ludhiana (National Times): The resurgence of COVID-19 in Punjab has claimed its second victim, raising fresh concerns about the virus's spread in the state. A 69-year-old woman from Ludhiana succumbed to the infection, health officials confirmed today. According to the State Health Department, the deceased had been admitted to a hospital in Ludhiana after complaining of breathlessness and fever. Despite medical intervention, her condition deteriorated rapidly, and she passed away due to COVID-related complications. This is the second COVID-19 fatality in Punjab amid a slow but steady increase in reported cases. The total number of active COVID-19 cases in the…