Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

02 Jun

Punjab Launches ‘Bright Minds Punjab 2026’, AI to Be Introduced in Government Schools from Class 6

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant push to reward academic excellence, Punjab Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, along with Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Affairs Incharge Mr. Manish Sisodia, on Monday launched ‘Bright Minds Punjab 2026’ programme at Virasat-e-Khalsa, Sri Anandpur Sahib in Rupnagar district. Over 600 students from Rupnagar district who scored more than 85% in Class 12 board examinations were felicitated at the inaugural event with certificates of achievement. The programme will be extended to all districts across the state, S. Bains informed. Addressing students and teachers, Bains announced that Artificial Intelligence will be introduced as a subject…

02 Jun

HPCL Commits Fresh Investments in Punjab’s Refinery, Biofuel and Biogas Sectors

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s emergence as a preferred investment destination received another major endorsement on Monday as Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann secured significant investment commitments from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), with the energy major announcing plans to expand its footprint in the state through investments in refinery, biofuel and biogas sectors. During a meeting with HPCL Chairman Vikas Kaushal, the Chief Minister highlighted Punjab’s robust infrastructure, strategic location, investor-friendly policies and transparent governance framework, which have helped position the state as North India’s most attractive investment hub. The meeting also saw HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL) announce further expansion…

02 Jun

Punjab Police Intensifies Statewide Security Measures, DGP Orders Enhanced Patrolling and Vehicle Checks

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major push to ensure a safe and secure environment across the state as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Monday directed all field units to strengthen police presence and police patrolling through strategic nakas, mobile patrols, vehicle checking and effective area domination for enhancing public confidence and ensuring secure environment. The DGP was chairing a state-level Law and Order review meeting in virtual mode with senior Special DGPs/Additional DGPs/IGPs/DIG rank officers deputed as Supervisory Officers for Districts/Commissionerates, Range IGP/DIGs, all Commissioners of Police…

01 Jun

Haryana Enhances Police Response with 312 Emergency Vehicles Flagged Off by CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a major move to strengthen public safety and boost the state’s emergency response infrastructure, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off 312 Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) during an event at Laser Valley Park in Gurugram on Monday. The new fleet includes 310 motorcycles and two Honda Elevate SUVs, provided by the Honda India Foundation under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative at an estimated cost of ₹5 crore. The Chief Minister emphasized that these resources will play a vital role in ensuring swift assistance to citizens during emergencies and upgrading the state's patrolling network. The…

01 Jun

Punjab Outpaces National Average with 14.59% GST Growth in May 2026

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Reaffirming Punjab’s path of strong fiscal performance, Finance, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema announced on Monday that the state has recorded a robust growth of 14.59 percent in Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections during May 2026. Finance Minister Cheema said, "The Gross GST Collection for the month reached ₹2,400.52 crore, marking a significant increase of ₹305.71 crore compared to the ₹2,094.81 crore collected during May 2025". The Finance Minister emphasised that this impressive surge reflects sustained economic activity, improved tax compliance, and the effective execution of enforcement measures by the Excise and Taxation…

01 Jun

Cashless Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana Saves Bathinda Woman Facing Critical Heart Defect

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) is helping people across Punjab get quality healthcare without worrying about medical expenses. Under the scheme, every eligible family can receive cashless treatment worth up to ₹10 lakh per year. The scheme has received an overwhelming response, with more than 45 lakh people already registered. Thousands of families have benefited from it, especially during medical emergencies, and many have expressed gratitude for the support it provides. One such beneficiary is a woman from Bhatinda. A routine life was suddenly overshadowed by a dangerous heart condition for 37-year-old Gurpreet…

01 Jun

Historic Fiscal Clearance Empowers Punjab Sugarcane Cultivators Under CM Bhagwant Mann

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab has achieved a major milestone in strengthening the agricultural and cooperative sectors, with the Punjab Government clearing 100% dues of sugarcane farmers during the 2025-26 crushing season. Sugar mills across the state procured a record 167.20 lakh quintals of sugarcane and released payments worth ₹695.36 crore, ensuring that farmers received their dues in full. The achievement reflects the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann’s continued commitment to farmer welfare, crop diversification and rural prosperity. By encouraging farmers to move beyond the traditional wheat-paddy cycle and adopt sugarcane cultivation, the government…

01 Jun

Vrindavan Ashram Issues Official Statement Regarding Premanand Maharaj’s Health and Initiation Process

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Vrindavan (Gurpreet Singh): An official statement from the Shri Hit Radha Keli Kunj Ashram in Vrindavan has strongly refuted ongoing social media rumours concerning the health and daily routine of the revered saint, Shri Premanand Maharaj. The ashram administration clarified that Maharaj Ji is in excellent health, dismissing any cause for concern among his followers. According to the official communication, the saint is currently spending time in seclusion along the banks of the Yamuna River, focusing on his spiritual practices and maintaining his regular daily routine. To support his spiritual journey, his schedule has been kept entirely private, and public…

01 Jun

Amritsar tragedy: 17-year-old girl dies by suicide due to alleged harassment over pending school fees

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Gurpreet Singh :- A 17-year-old school girl allegedly died by suicide after consuming poisonous substance at her residence in Amritsar. The victim has been identified as Amjot Kaur Aulakh who was studying in Disciplined Disciple International School, Fatehgarh Churian. According to the family members, their daughter was constantly harassed by the school authorities including the principal, due to fee dues up to Rs 20,000, causing her extreme distress and humiliation. Sarabjeet Kaur, Amjot's maternal aunt, alleged that the student consumed a poisonous substance on the evening of May 22, the same day she was reportedly called to the school for…

01 Jun

Bangladesh Measles Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Reaches 585

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Rajeev Sharma :- Bangladesh continues to grapple with a worsening measles outbreak, with two more children succumbing to measles-like symptoms during the past 24 hours, pushing the overall death toll to 585 since mid-March. Health authorities have classified the latest fatalities as suspected measles-related deaths, reflecting the growing concern over the spread of the disease across the country. The outbreak has also shown no signs of slowing down, as more than 1,300 new suspected cases were reported within a single day. The cumulative number of suspected infections has now crossed 70,000, while confirmed cases have also continued to rise, placing…