Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

28 Apr

7-year-old girl killed in truck-Activa collision in Amritsar

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Gurpreet Singh :- A tragic road accident in Amritsar claimed the life of a seven-year-old girl after a collision between a truck and an Activa at Maqboolpura Chowk. The incident, which occurred earlier in the day, has left the local community in shock and mourning. According to police, information about the accident was received shortly before their arrival, following which a team rushed to the spot. Police officer Amandeep Kaur said the impact of the collision left the child critically injured, leading to her death at the scene. The victim has been identified as Moni, a resident of the Cheema…

28 Apr

Punjab Police crack down on gang networks; 240 arrested in statewide raids

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Gurpreet Singh :- In a major statewide operation, the Punjab Police intensified its crackdown on organised crime under the ongoing ‘Campaign Against Gangsters’, conducting raids at 486 identified locations on the 97th day of the drive. The coordinated action targeted suspected hideouts and associates of gangsters across the state, aiming to dismantle their operational networks. Weapons seized, total arrests cross 24,500During the operation, police teams arrested 240 individuals and recovered six weapons. Officials said the cumulative number of arrests since the launch of the campaign has now reached 24,520, reflecting sustained efforts to curb criminal activities. Preventive action and interrogation…

28 Apr

Railway Track Blast Near Rajpura Triggers Security Alert; Suspected Attacker Killed in Explosion

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Rajpura (Gurpreet Singh): A late-night explosion on a railway track in Punjab has sparked a major security alert, with officials suspecting a failed sabotage attempt after a body was discovered at the scene. The blast occurred along the Ambala–Amritsar freight rail corridor near the Rajpura–Shambhu section, damaging a portion of the track and prompting an immediate response from multiple security agencies. Teams from the GRP, RPF, and Punjab Police reached the site shortly after the incident and began a detailed investigation. Authorities recovered the remains of an unidentified individual close to the damaged track. Preliminary findings suggest that the person…

28 Apr

Weather Turns Unstable in Punjab as Showers and Gusty Winds Sweep Key Cities

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A shift in weather conditions has brought much-needed relief to parts of Punjab, with rainfall recorded in Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar, even as heat levels remain higher than usual. The India Meteorological Department has sounded an orange alert for the region, cautioning about thunderstorms, lightning strikes and strong winds over the next 48 hours. Wind speeds are expected to range between 50 and 60 km/h, raising concerns about possible disruptions. In Chandigarh, cloudy skies and brisk winds were reported, signalling the spread of the changing weather pattern across neighbouring areas. However, temperatures have not seen any major…

27 Apr

Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express Coach Derails Near Pune Station

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Pune (Gurpreet Singh): A minor derailment involving the Mumbai-Solapur Vande Bharat Express occurred on Monday evening as the train was approaching Pune railway station. According to railway officials, no passengers were injured in the incident, which took place around 7:30 p.m. at a critical track intersection known as a diamond crossing. The premium AC train (No. 22225) was on its scheduled journey from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Solapur when a single wheel of one coach slipped off the tracks. The derailment happened at a level junction where two tracks intersect. Following the incident, passengers in the affected…

27 Apr

President Droupadi Murmu Commences Five-Day Visit to Himachal Pradesh

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Shimla (Gurpreet Singh): President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Shimla on Monday, April 27, 2026, to a grand ceremonial welcome, marking the start of her five-day official tour of Himachal Pradesh. The President was received at the Kalyani Helipad in Chharabra by Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who extended a warm greeting on behalf of the state's residents. The high-profile reception was attended by several key dignitaries, including Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania and Rural Development Minister Anirudh Singh, who has been designated as the Minister-in-Waiting for the duration of the visit. Also present were…

27 Apr

Punjab Government to Acquire Amphibious Machines for Enhanced Flood Preparedness

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday reviewed the state’s flood preparedness and approved the purchase of advanced amphibious machines to strengthen Punjab’s flood prevention and relief infrastructure, asserting that the People’s Government is moving proactively to minimise damage and protect lives ahead of the monsoon season. Chairing a high-level meeting, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “In order to carry out flood relief measures further in a smooth and hassle free manner, consent has been given to purchase amphibious machines for desilting of rivers and drains effectively.” He emphasised that these machines are capable of operating…

27 Apr

Punjab Govt Claims Full Preparedness as Power Demand Surges to 12,000 MW

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Facing a sharp and sudden surge in electricity demand driven by an intense heatwave, the Bhagwant Mann Government has moved swiftly to ensure uninterrupted power supply across Punjab, with Power Minister Sanjeev Arora asserting that Punjab remains firmly in control even as demand skyrocketed from 7,900 MW to over 12,000 MW within just ten days. Backed by a ₹6,000+ crore infrastructure overhaul under Mission Roshan Punjab and a nearly 70% reduction in unplanned outages, the state’s power utility Punjab State Power Corporation (PSPCL) has managed to maintain grid stability at a time when several parts of the…

27 Apr

AAP Punjab Leadership Rallies Behind Arvind Kejriwal’s Judicial Recusal

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior leadership of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab has strongly backed the decision of AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal to refrain from appearing before the court of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, calling it a principled step rooted in truth, self-respect, and the Gandhian philosophy of Satyagraha. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann took to 'X' and wrote, “Arvind Kejriwal has demonstrated that one must be ready to sacrifice anything for justice and self-respect. When questions arise over the judiciary's impartiality, public trust is shaken. We all stand firmly with him.” Meanwhile, AAP Punjab President Aman Arora…

27 Apr

May 1 declared public holiday across Punjab on Labour Day

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab will observe a statewide public holiday on May 1 in connection with Labour Day, offering relief to students and employees amid the ongoing heatwave. As per official orders, all government offices, boards, corporations and public educational institutions will remain closed for the day. The annual observance recognises the contribution of workers and is marked across the state with various events and programmes. Routine government functioning will resume the following day, while essential services are expected to continue without disruption.