Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

16 Jun

Bhagwant Mann Rejects Viral Video, Alleges Political Conspiracy by Akali Dal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday categorically rejected a fake video being attributed to him and pointed out that a malicious and politically motivated conspiracy was being executed at the behest of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal to defame him and derail the his government’s pro-people decisions. Describing the episode as a desperate attempt by vested interests rattled by the government’s tough anti - beadbi (sacrilege) legislation and pro-Punjab decisions, the Chief Minister said certain politically influenced functionaries were being used to spread false propaganda against him. The Chief Minister asserted that…

16 Jun

App-Based Cab Operations Disrupted Across Tricity as Driver Unions Intensify Protest Over Pending Demands

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Residents of Chandigarh, Mohali and Panchkula are expected to face inconvenience in booking app-based taxis as cab driver unions have launched a day-long protest demanding immediate action on issues related to fares, policy implementation and regulatory enforcement. The agitation is likely to affect commuting across the Tricity, prompting many passengers to turn to public transport and auto-rickshaws. Despite the strike, services operated by the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) and local auto-rickshaw unions are expected to remain unaffected, offering an alternative for daily commuters. The protest has been organised at two separate locations following a split among driver…

16 Jun

Thunderstorm Alert Issued Across Punjab as Changing Weather Pattern Brings Rain and Strong Winds

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is set to experience a spell of turbulent weather over the next several days, with the India Meteorological Department warning of thunderstorms, gusty winds and scattered rainfall across a large part of the state. The advisory comes as atmospheric conditions turn favourable for increased monsoon activity. The Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh has issued a storm alert for several districts, cautioning that wind speeds could reach between 40 and 60 kmph in some areas. Locations including Budhlada, Lehra, Moonak, Patran, Batala, Ajnala, Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur and Pathankot are expected to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and…

15 Jun

Punjabi Film Ishqnamaa Generates Buzz; Jayy Randhawa and Shehnaaz Gill to Share Screen for the First Time

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Chandigarh: The teaser of the much-awaited Punjabi film Ishqnamaa was unveiled on Monday at a grand event held at Novotel Chandigarh , creating significant excitement among Punjabi cinema enthusiasts. Since the teaser launch, the film has become a major talking point, with audiences eagerly awaiting its release. One of the biggest highlights of the project is the first-ever on-screen pairing of actor Jayy Randhawa and actress Shehnaaz Gill. Speaking to the media during the event, Jayy Randhawa, Shehnaaz Gill, Saurabh Sachdeva, Anjum Batra, Nirmal Rishi, Dheeraj Rattan and filmmaker Arvinder Singh Khaira described Ishqnamaa as a powerful blend of action,…

15 Jun

Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann Thank Voters for AAP’s Mohali Civic Poll Victory, Highlight Punjab Government’s Achievements

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SAS Nagar (Gurpreet Singh): Thanking the people of Punjab for Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)’s resounding victory in the Municipal Corporation elections, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann addressed a massive gathering during a mega roadshow in Mohali on Sunday. Arvind Kejriwal said Punjab had been pushed towards ruin during the regimes of the Shiromani Akali Dal, BJP and Congress, when drugs spread across the state and a dark chapter engulfed Punjab. He asserted that CM Bhagwant Singh Mann had worked tirelessly to pull Punjab out of that difficult period and put it back on the…

15 Jun

CM Bhagwant Mann Felicitates UPSC 2025 Achievers, Hails Punjab Youth for Bringing Glory to State

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday felicitated candidates who cleared the prestigious UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) Examination 2025 and said their success reflects the growing strength of Punjab’s education system and the immense potential of the state’s youth. Interacting with the future officers, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said it is heartening to see young men and women from ordinary families securing some of the country’s most coveted positions through sheer hard work, talent and determination. Highlighting the outstanding performance of girls in competitive examinations, he said their achievements are a powerful symbol of women…

15 Jun

Harpal Singh Cheema Targets BJP Over Drug Case, Defends Punjab Government’s Anti-Narcotics Campaign

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Punjab Cabinet Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday said the arrest of a BJP functionary with drugs has exposed the party’s deep links with the narcotics trade, raising serious questions about its role in the drug menace that has plagued Punjab for years. He asserted that while drug smugglers earlier operated under BJP’s political protection, BJP leaders and office-bearers themselves are now being caught in drug-related cases. The senior AAP leader said the BJP must explain why repeated recoveries of massive quantities of drugs are being made through Gujarat, while recalling…

15 Jun

AAP Accuses Badal Family of Politicising Sikh Institutions, Defends CM Bhagwant Mann Over Video Controversy

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab State Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu on Monday said that after losing the trust of the people and facing repeated electoral defeats, the Badal family and Shiromani Akali Dal have dragged revered Sikh institutions into their political battle in a desperate bid to regain relevance. He asserted that the so-called forensic report being used to target CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has failed to establish even the identity of the person seen in the video, exposing what he described as another failed attempt by Sukhbir Singh Badal and Bikram Singh Majithia to defame the…

15 Jun

AAP Targets BJP After Arrest of Party Office-Bearer in Punjab Drug Case

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New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government’s Yudh Nashean Virudh campaign continues to intensify its crackdown on drug peddlers and narcotics networks across Punjab. Amid the ongoing drive, the arrest of an ‘ED Party’ (BJP) office-bearer along with his associates for selling drugs has brought the party under scrutiny. Referring to the development, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and other senior leaders said the Bhagwant Mann Government’s determined action against the drug menace is exposing those involved in the narcotics trade and reinforcing Punjab’s resolve to secure a drug-free future for its youth. Taking to X, AAP National Convenor…

15 Jun

Heat Makes a Comeback in Punjab as Rainfall Declines; Weather Office Predicts Isolated Showers in Select Districts

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After several days of rain-induced relief, Punjab and Chandigarh are once again witnessing a rise in temperatures as dry weather gradually returns across the region. Meteorological data shows that the maximum temperature climbed by around 5.4 degrees Celsius within a single day, although it continues to remain slightly below the seasonal average. Patiala emerged as the hottest location in the state, recording a daytime temperature of 38.1 degrees Celsius, while most other districts reported readings ranging between **34 and 38 degrees Celsius. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds…