Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

09 May

India Achieves Strategic Milestone with Successful Agni MIRV Missile Test

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyAgni missile, DRDO test, Indian defence, MIRV technology, Odisha launch, strategic deterrence

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India has successfully executed a critical flight test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology, marking a significant leap in the nation's strategic defence capabilities. The test was conducted on Friday, May 8, 2026, from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha, according to an official statement from the Defence Ministry. This advanced system allows a single missile to deploy multiple warheads to different locations, a capability that significantly enhances the effectiveness of India's nuclear deterrence and its ability to bypass complex missile defence systems. During…

09 May

Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora Arrested by ED in Money Laundering Probe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingEnforcement Directorate, money laundering, Punjab cabinet, Sanjeev Arora

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant political development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora in connection with an alleged money laundering case. The arrest followed a high-intensity raid at his residence that began early Wednesday morning. Witnesses reported seeing eight ED vehicles stationed outside the minister’s home during the operation, which marks a major escalation in the ongoing investigation into his financial dealings. According to agency sources, the ED has uncovered an extensive financial network involving Arora’s companies. The central agency alleges that more than ₹100 crore worth of mobile phones were involved in a…

09 May

Diljit Dosanjh Rules Out Politics, Says His World Belongs to Music and Entertainment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingDiljit Dosanjh

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh has put an end to rumours about entering politics, saying he has no intention of stepping into public office and remains fully committed to his career in entertainment. The clarification came after reports suggested that the singer-actor could consider joining politics following growing public calls for him to take on a leadership role in Punjab. Responding to the speculation through social media, Diljit made it clear that politics is not his path and said his purpose is to entertain audiences, adding that he is content with the work he is doing. The buzz…

09 May

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Warns Centre, Alleges Political Misuse of ED After Searches at Sanjeev Arora’s Premises

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingBhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led central government following Enforcement Directorate searches linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora, accusing the Centre of using investigative agencies as instruments of political pressure. Speaking to reporters in Sangrur, Mann claimed that the BJP has repeatedly used agencies such as the ED, CBI and Income Tax Department to target opposition leaders across India and is now attempting the same strategy in Punjab. He alleged that such actions are not aimed at uncovering financial wrongdoing but are designed to force political leaders into switching allegiance.…

09 May

Sanjeev Arora News: ED Attaches Properties, Financial Assets in Rs 157-Crore Foreign Exchange Investigation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Directorate of Enforcement has intensified its investigation into an alleged Rs 157-crore foreign exchange violation by provisionally freezing financial accounts and property assets connected to Hampton Sky Realty Limited and persons linked to Punjab minister Sanjeev Arora. The attachment, issued under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, will remain effective for six months while officials continue examining the suspected financial transactions and asset trail. The action comes days after ED teams carried out searches at several locations, including corporate offices in Gurugram and premises connected to key individuals under scrutiny. Investigators also conducted inspections at sites associated…

09 May

Punjab braces for weather change after brief rise in temperature, rain alert from May 11

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab News, Weather

Gurpreet Singh :- Temperatures across Punjab and Chandigarh have started rising again after recent relief from heat, though conditions remain below normal for this time of the year. The maximum temperature on Friday increased by around 0.8 degrees Celsius compared to the previous day. However, temperatures are still nearly five degrees below average, reducing the chances of a heatwave for now. According to the Meteorological Centre in Chandigarh, weather conditions are expected to remain clear and dry on May 9 and 10. A fresh change in weather is likely from May 11 onwards, with the department issuing a yellow alert…

09 May

Youth killed, three injured as speeding canter rams vehicles in Khanna

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabKhanna, Punjab News

Gurpreet Singh :- A late-night road accident on Amloh Road in Khanna claimed the life of a youth and left three others seriously injured after a speeding canter allegedly went out of control and rammed multiple vehicles on the busy stretch. According to eyewitnesses, traffic movement was heavy at the time of the incident when the canter driver reportedly lost control over the vehicle. The truck collided with several vehicles, including two motorcycles carrying four youths. The impact triggered panic in the area as people rushed to save the victims. One of the injured youths succumbed to his injuries shortly…

09 May

Bhagwant Mann reacts strongly to ED raids on Sanjeev Arora

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, TrendingCm bhagwant maan, ED raid, Punjab News, Sanjeev Arora

Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has reacted strongly to ED raids on Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora and said that Punjab is land of Guru Sahib and Aurangzeb had failed to get it surrender. He said that this is land of Bhagat Singh and even British had failed to get them bow down. He said that Punjab will never surrender to Modi’s tactics and alliance of BJP-ED will end from Punjab.

09 May

Enforcement Directorate Searches Punjab Minister Sanjeev Arora’s Home Again in Ongoing Investigation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingSanjeev Arora

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday launched another search operation at the Chandigarh residence of Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora, intensifying its ongoing investigation into suspected financial irregularities. A team of ED officials reached the minister’s residence in the morning, with multiple agency vehicles seen stationed outside the premises as the search continued for several hours. This is the third time Arora’s property has been searched in connection with the case. The agency had earlier conducted raids on April 17 at several locations associated with the minister, including residential and office premises. No official response from Minister Sanjeev…

08 May

Cricket Legend M.S. Dhoni Tops Individual Taxpayer Rankings in Bihar and Jharkhand for 2025-26 Fiscal Year

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsBihar, Fiscal Year, Income Tax, Jharkhand, M.S. Dhoni, New Act, Revenue, Taxpayer

Patna (Gurpreet Singh): Even six years after walking away from the international cricket pitch, Mahendra Singh Dhoni continues to lead the scoreboard in a very different arena. The former Indian captain has officially emerged as the highest individual taxpayer across the states of Bihar and Jharkhand for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This revelation highlights the enduring commercial power of the cricketing icon, whose financial footprint remains as formidable as his legendary helicopter shot. Dr. D. Sudhakara Rao, the Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for the region, confirmed Dhoni’s top-tier status while reviewing the broader economic performance of the two…