Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

15 Oct

Pankaj Dheer, Revered for His Role as Karna in ‘Mahabharat’, Dies at 68 After Long Illness

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Mumbai: Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his portrayal of Karna in the iconic television series Mahabharat, has passed away at the age of 68. Sources close to the family confirmed that the actor had been battling cancer for several years. A trusted family acquaintance told DNA India, “Yes, it’s true. He has been fighting cancer for years.” While the actor had kept his health condition private, those close to him say he had shown immense strength throughout his medical ordeal. Dheer rose to household fame in the late 1980s through Mahabharat, where his powerful performance as the valiant…

15 Oct

Rajya Sabha Election Drama in Chandigarh: Only AAP’s Rajinder Gupta Left in Contention After Nomination Row

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Rajya Sabha election in Chandigarh took an unexpected turn on Tuesday when all nominations, except that of Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) Rajinder Gupta, were disqualified during scrutiny — a process marred by intense political tension, allegations of fraud, and a jurisdictional tussle between two state police forces. The centre of the storm was independent candidate Navneet Chaturvedi, who now finds himself facing serious allegations of document forgery. His nomination papers reportedly listed several AAP MLAs as proposers, but party legislators claim their signatures were falsified without consent. As scrutiny at the Vidhan Sabha secretariat concluded, Chaturvedi’s…

14 Oct

SGPC Launches Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib Web Channel Ahead of 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Ninth Guru

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Jaito, October 14: The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has launched the official web channel of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib, to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. The channel, available on YouTube and other digital platforms, will broadcast live Gurbani Kirtan daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., enabling devotees worldwide to connect with the holy shrine and its spiritual ambiance.In addition to the digital initiative, the SGPC has set up a special office at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib to oversee the smooth organization of events and coordinate arrangements related to the…

14 Oct

‘Make in Punjab’ Investment of ₹438 Crore Fuels Industrial Revolution in Punjab, Paving New Paths for Dreams of 1,250+ Youth

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Mann’s Policies Supercharge Auto Sector! Happy Forgings’ Mega Investment of ₹438 Crore to Bring 1,250 Jobs! Chandigarh, October 14, 2025: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Government of Punjab's industry-friendly policies have elevated the state to new heights of progress. The Punjab Government enthusiastically announced earlier that Happy Forgings Limited (HFL), a renowned Ludhiana-based company, has decided to make a significant greenfield investment of ₹438 crore for auto and vehicle components. This new facility, being established in Ludhiana, is set to create over 1,250 jobs for the youth. This investment underscores Punjab’s capability to attract large…

14 Oct

ASI posted at Ludhiana DIG office dies by suicide, shoots himself in head with service revolver

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National Times Bureau :- A jawan posted at DIG Range office in Ludhiana died by suicide after shooting himself in the head while he was on duty on Tuesday. He reportedly used his service revolver to shoot himself. The deceased has been identified as ASI (Assistant Sub-Inspector) Teerth Singh,50. He was a resident of Mullanpur Dakha (Ludhiana) and had been serving in the office for the past four to five years. Upon receiving information, the police reached the spot, collected evidence, and sent the body for post-mortem. The police are currently investigating the reasons behind the suicide. The deceased is…

14 Oct

Punjabi rapper Param becomes first Indian female artist to top Spotify’s global viral 50 chart with ‘That Girl’

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National Times Bureau :- In a groundbreaking moment for Indian music, 19-year-old Punjabi rapper Param has made history by becoming the first Indian female artist to reach the #1 spot on Spotify’s Global Viral 50 chart. Her debut single, “That Girl,” soared to the top position just two weeks after its release in September, marking an extraordinary breakthrough for the young artist from Duneka village in Moga, Punjab. Produced by Manni Sandhu and released under Collab Creations, the energetic track has captured global attention, currently trending at #1 in India, Canada, and the UK. The song’s catchy rhythm, relatable lyrics,…

14 Oct

Arms Smuggling Racket With International Links Exposed in Punjab; One Held, Weapons Seized

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Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police on Monday announced a major success in its crackdown on cross-border crime after unearthing an international weapons smuggling module with suspected links to both Canada and Pakistan. The operation led to the arrest of one accused and the recovery of a substantial cache of arms and ammunition. According to officials, the Amritsar Rural Police apprehended Amarbir Singh alias Amar, a resident of Dairiwal village in the Tarsikka area of Amritsar. Police recovered nine pistols, eleven magazines, and 121 live cartridges from his possession during the raid. Investigations have revealed that Amarbir had recently returned from…

14 Oct

Forgery Row Erupts in Punjab Rajya Sabha Nomination: AAP MLAs File FIRs Against Janata Party Chief Navneet Chaturvedi

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The nomination process for Punjab’s sole Rajya Sabha seat has taken a dramatic turn, with multiple Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) legislators filing police complaints against Janata Party national president Navneet Chaturvedi. The FIRs allege that Chaturvedi forged the signatures of ten AAP MLAs on his nomination papers, which he submitted as an independent candidate. According to officials, the Punjab Police acted after receiving formal complaints from several sitting MLAs who claimed that their names and signatures were misused without consent. A government statement confirmed that FIRs had been lodged in various constituencies but withheld details about the…

13 Oct

Rs 637 Crore Boost: Ganga Acrowools Sets Up Textile Unit in Punjab Under Mann Government’s Push

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Chandigarh, 13 October 2025: Punjab’s industrial picture is about to get another big boost. Ganga Acrowools Limited is coming to invest in Punjab with a huge textile project worth 637 crore rupees. This project is another big success of the state government’s ‘Invest Punjab’ initiative. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab government’s goal is to once again make the state the country’s biggest industrial center.This project by Ganga Acrowools will bring thousands of job opportunities for Punjab’s youth. This investment in the textile sector will give new life to Punjab’s old industrial identity. State government officials…

13 Oct

Punjab – Jagdeep Singh Cheema joins BJP

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National Times Bureau :- In a major political development, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Jagdeep Singh Cheema, the party’s General Secretary, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday. Cheema formally joined the BJP at the Punjab BJP headquarters in Sector 37, Chandigarh, in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini and Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu. The induction ceremony was held under the leadership of BJP Punjab Working State President Ashwani Sharma. Son of late Sardar Randhir Singh Cheema — a three-time Punjab Cabinet Minister and long-time SGPC member — Jagdeep Singh Cheema has been a prominent Akali…