Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

12 May

CBI Apprehends Three in Punjab Vigilance Bribery Scandal as Senior Official Evades Arrest

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabbribery case, CBI arrest, corruption probe, OP Rana, Punjab News, Punjab vigilance, Vicky Goyal

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested three individuals, including two private middlemen and an associate, in connection with a ₹20 lakh bribery case involving the Punjab Vigilance Bureau. The arrests follow a complaint alleging that the accused, Vikas Goyal and his son Raghav Goyal, demanded illegal gratification to secure the closure of a complaint pending in the office of the Director General of Vigilance in Punjab. The agency reported that the intermediaries were using their purported influence with senior officials to settle the complainant’s legal matters in exchange for the illicit payment. Investigators have identified OP…

12 May

Punjab jail inmate linked to cross-border drone arms smuggling case in Rajasthan

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Gurpreet Singh :- Rajasthan Police have made a major breakthrough in a cross-border drone smuggling case near the Khajuwala border area of Bikaner district, with investigations revealing that the consignment of weapons was allegedly ordered by a smuggler lodged in a Punjab jail. The case came to light in February after a drone crashed in the 24 KND area near the international border. Security agencies recovered five pistols and 325 live cartridges from the drone, triggering a joint investigation by the Border Security Force and Rajasthan Police. During the probe, investigators identified the alleged mastermind as Sukhwinder, currently lodged in…

12 May

CBI Heat Reaches Punjab Vigilance Corridors; BJP Leader, IPS Officer’s Reader Under Scanner

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Politics, Punjab, TrendingBig news, BJP, CBI, Punjab, Raid, Vigillance Bureau

CBI raid at Vigilance office triggers political storm in Punjab Gurpreet Singh :- A recent CBI raid at the Punjab Vigilance Bureau office in Mohali has sparked major political and administrative controversy in the state. The action has brought two important names into focus — BJP leader Raghav Goyal from Malout and senior IPS officer Sharad Satya Chauhan, who is considered one of the frontrunners for the post of Punjab Director General of Police. Raghav Goyal, known for his close links with several BJP leaders, has been arrested in connection with an alleged Rs 25 lakh bribery case. Sources claim…

12 May

Former DIG Bhullar moves High Court again, seeks quashing of FIR and stay on probe

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Gurpreet Singh :- Former Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar has once again approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging the FIR registered against him and seeking immediate relief from the ongoing investigation. In his petition, Bhullar has sought quashing of the FIR, a stay on further investigation and interim protection till the final adjudication of the matter. He contended that the case registered against him was contrary to established legal procedure and had caused serious damage to his reputation. The former DIG has termed his arrest, the FIR and the subsequent investigation as unconstitutional. He urged the court…

12 May

Jagtar Singh Hawara moves High Court seeking four-week parole to care for ailing mother

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Gurpreet Singh :- Jagtar Singh Hawara, convicted in the former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh assassination case, has approached the Punjab and Haryana High Court seeking four weeks’ parole on humanitarian grounds. In his petition, Hawara stated that he wished to take care of his ailing mother, who is suffering from multiple age-related ailments. Hawara submitted before the court that he has been lodged in jail for the past 28 years and nine months and had never earlier applied for parole. He informed the court that his 81-year-old mother is suffering from Parkinson’s disease and hypertension, and her deteriorating health…

12 May

CBI Probe Deepens After Surprise Searches at Punjab Vigilance Bureau

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Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): A major corruption probe intensified in Punjab after the Central Bureau of Investigation conducted surprise searches at the state Vigilance Bureau headquarters and detained multiple individuals in connection with an alleged bribery deal. The late-night operation at the Mohali-based headquarters reportedly led to the questioning of O.P. Rana, a close aide to a senior vigilance official. Investigators returned to the premises again on Tuesday as part of an extended inquiry into suspected illegal financial dealings. The agency also carried out simultaneous searches at residential locations in Malout, where two alleged middlemen, Raghav Goyal and Vikas Goyal, were…

12 May

Sanjeev Arora Moves High Court Against ED Detention, Calls Arrest Procedurally Flawed

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora has knocked on the doors of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate and seeking his release, alleging that the action was carried out in violation of legal procedure and constitutional safeguards. Arora, who was taken into custody on May 9 under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), has argued that his detention is unjustified and lacks valid legal grounds. In his plea, he contended that the arrest was executed without proper application of law and was contrary to the protections guaranteed under the…

11 May

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Embark on Strategic Five-Nation Outreach Across Gulf and Europe

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to begin a high-stakes five-nation tour spanning the Gulf and Europe from May 15 to 20, 2026. This trip is viewed as a pivotal effort to strengthen India’s strategic, economic, and technological ties during a period of significant global transition. The visit will cover the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy, reflecting New Delhi's proactive stance in expanding its trade and technology influence across Europe while reinforcing vital energy and diaspora connections in West Asia. Government officials have indicated that the agenda will focus heavily on trade,…

11 May

Manoj Agarwal Appointed Chief Secretary of West Bengal Under New BJP Administration

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant administrative overhaul following the recent assembly elections, the newly formed Bharatiya Janata Party government in West Bengal has appointed Manoj Agarwal as the state’s new Chief Secretary. An official order issued on Monday confirmed that Agarwal, a seasoned 1990-batch IAS officer of the West Bengal cadre, will take over the top bureaucratic post under the leadership of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. This appointment marks a pivotal shift in the state's governance as the BJP begins its maiden term in Bengal after securing a decisive victory with 207 seats in the 294-member assembly. Agarwal is…

11 May

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Offers Prayers at Gurdwara Jyotisar Sahib, Reaffirms Tough Stance Against Sacrilege

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Sangrur (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday joined the Sangat at Gurdwara Jyotisar Sahib to offer Ardas and express gratitude for getting the opportunity to enact the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026, asserting that the stringent law has brought immense relief and satisfaction to the Panth and will ensure that no one dares to commit beadbi of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji again. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann also launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led Centre, saying the country is witnessing how decisions are being dictated by the White House while central…