Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

28 Jun

Spiritual Grandeur: Arvind Kejriwal and CM Bhagwant Mann Announce Luv-Kush Temple, Free ‘Hamare Ram’ Staging, and Major Pilgrim Routes in Amritsar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAmritsar, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Luv Kush Temple, Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojna

Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Reaffirming the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s unwavering commitment to preserving India’s spiritual heritage and strengthening the values of Sanatan Dharma, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann joined thousands of devotees at the ‘Ek Shaam Bhagwan Shivji Ke Naam’ bhajan evening in Amritsar, where they unveiled a series of landmark initiatives to further enrich Punjab’s religious and cultural legacy. These include the construction of a grand temple dedicated to Mata Sita, Mata Janaki and Luv-Kush in Amritsar, the expansion of the Mukh Mantri Teerath Yatra Yojna with new pilgrimage routes, the…

28 Jun

AAP Lawmakers Set to Appear Before Akal Takht Clergy Over Legislative Standoff

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht Sahib, Amritsar, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab government, Sacrilege Legislation, Sikh Clergy

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced on Sunday that all elected representatives from the ruling Aam Aadmi Party will present themselves at Sri Akal Takht Sahib to clarify their stance to the Sikh leadership. The strategic move was finalized following an intense internal meeting in Amritsar led by Chief Minister Mann and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal to address the official summons issued by the highest temporal authority of the Sikh faith. This development marks a crucial juncture in the relationship between the Punjab government and the state's premier religious institutions. The Akal Takht Secretariat has…

28 Jun

AAP MLAs, Ministers to Appear Before Akal Takht Tomorrow, Confirms CM Bhagwant Mann

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has said that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs and Cabinet ministers summoned by Sri Akal Takht Sahib will appear before the Sikh temporal authority tomorrow, reiterating that the party holds the institution in the highest regard. Addressing the media, Mann stated that all legislators and ministers who have been called have been instructed to remain present before Sri Akal Takht Sahib. He added that those who have only been asked to furnish written explanations will submit their responses as directed. Emphasising the party's respect for Sikh religious institutions, the Chief Minister said…

28 Jun

Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu Dies at 59, Punjab and Haryana High Court Loses Serving Judge

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingJustice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, Punjab, Punjab News

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab and Haryana High Court suffered a major loss on Sunday with the passing of sitting Judge Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu, who died after battling illness. He was 59. The High Court confirmed that Justice Sindhu passed away at around 2:50 a.m. at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, where he had been receiving medical treatment. His demise has left members of the judiciary and legal fraternity across Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh deeply saddened. Justice Sindhu became an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on July 10, 2017. His judicial work and experience later earned…

28 Jun

Monsoon Nears Punjab as Morning Showers Hit Several Areas; IMD Warns of Thunderstorms This Week

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The approaching monsoon brought an early glimpse of changing weather across Punjab on Sunday, with light rain and gusty winds sweeping through parts of Jalandhar and Ludhiana, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast more rainfall activity over the coming days. The brief spell of showers offered temporary respite from the intense heat that has gripped the state in recent weeks. Strong winds accompanied the rain in several localities, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures during the morning hours. The Chandigarh Meteorological Centre issued a nowcast warning for thunderstorms and lightning until 10:30 a.m. in several…

28 Jun

Bail Granted to Nihang Sikhs in Hemkund Yatra Clash; DSGMC Welcomes Move

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Poanta Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Three Nihang Sikhs accused in connection with the June 16 clash during the Hemkund Sahib Yatra visited Gurdwara Paonta Sahib to offer prayers after being released on bail, as members of the Sikh community welcomed the latest development in the case. The accused—Satvinder Singh, Ajay Singh and Jaspreet Singh—reached the revered shrine in Himachal Pradesh’s Sirmaur district following their release. Their visit came after days of legal proceedings and sustained efforts by Sikh organisations seeking bail for those arrested. The violence had erupted in Uttarakhand’s Karnaprayag region after a disagreement reportedly began over the parking of…

27 Jun

Bhiwandi Raid Uncovers Matching Questions, Forcing Last-Minute Maharashtra TET Postponement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBhiwandi police raid, Maharashtra TET 2026, MSCE exam postponed, paper leak investigation, Thane district fraud

Bhiwandi (Gurpreet Singh): The late-night cancellation of the Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test has been traced to a specific police raid in the Bhiwandi town of Thane district, where investigators discovered suspects in possession of questions identical to the official examination paper. Following an emergency authentication process by state authorities, the Maharashtra State Council of Examination officially deferred the test, which was scheduled to take place across the state on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Local law enforcement has registered a formal First Information Report against three primary suspects as investigators launch a wider crackdown to dismantle the paper distribution network. According…

27 Jun

Cultural Performances and Grand Welcome Highlight Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Arrival in Seychelles

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiadiaspora cultural welcome, Kutch dance performance, Narendra Modi Seychelles arrival, Patrick Herminie

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles for a three-day historic state visit, receiving an exceptionally warm welcome from both the host government and members of the local Indian diaspora. Upon landing at the Seychelles International Airport in the afternoon, the Prime Minister was received directly on the tarmac by President Dr. Patrick Herminie, followed by a formal ceremonial Guard of Honour. The diplomatic visit, which marks the Golden Jubilee of the island nation's National Day and celebrates 50 years of bilateral relations, began with an immediate emphasis on the deep cultural and public ties shared…

27 Jun

Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann Launches ‘Soorma’ Campaign to Empower Recovered Youth

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): Taking his government’s decisive ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ to the next level as Punjab steadily moves towards becoming drug-free, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday launched the ‘Soorma’ (Warrior) Campaign and honoured recovered youth with specially crafted ‘Soorma’ rings and T-shirts. Declaring it as the next phase of the state’s anti-drug movement, the Chief Minister said the initiative aims to transform recovered drug victims into Ambassadors of Hope who will lead the fight against addiction at the grassroots. Felicitating individuals who have remained drug-free for over two years, he announced that they will not only inspire…

27 Jun

Punjab Strengthens Jail Rehabilitation and Healthcare Through UNODC Collaboration

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A high-level stakeholder consultation on Drugs, HIV and Prison Health was held in Ludhiana on Friday to reaffirm Punjab’s commitment to ensuring comprehensive healthcare and rehabilitation for jail inmates. The event was organised by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in collaboration with the Punjab Prisons Department and the NGO TYCIA to mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The day-long consultation brought together state officials, prison officials and healthcare experts from across Punjab and the country to focus on strengthening prison healthcare systems and rehabilitation services for inmates. Addressing the…