Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

24 Apr

It’s Official! Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak, and Ashok Mittal formally switch to BJP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabAAP, Ashok Mittal, BJP, Nitin Nabin, Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a transformative shift for the Indian political landscape, Raghav Chadha officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today, April 24, 2026. Accompanied by prominent organizational strategists Sandeep Pathak and Ashok Mittal, Chadha was formally inducted into the party at its national headquarters in New Delhi. The ceremony was overseen by BJP National President Nitin Nabin, marking a historic exodus of the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) core intellectual and strategic leadership. During a press briefing following his induction, Chadha explained that while only the three of them were physically present at the headquarters for the ceremony,…

24 Apr

CM Bhagwant Mann Blasts Raghav Chadha Camp Over BJP Switch, Says Defectors Betrayed Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP MPs, Bhagwant Mann, BJP merger, Punjab political crisis, Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha defection

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann delivered a firm and uncompromising message to the BJP, asserting that ever since strict laws against ‘beadbi’ (sacrilege) were enacted, the BJP’s unease has been evident as it struggles to accept decisive action on an issue deeply tied to Punjab’s sentiments. He stated that the BJP, which has repeatedly faced rejection in Punjab, has responded with hostility towards both the state and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), attempting to weaken a corruption-free government through intimidation, inducements, and efforts to engineer defections. Condemning both those leaving the party and those facilitating such…

24 Apr

Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak, Ashok Mittal Quit AAP, Announce Move to BJP

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaAAP split, Ashok Mittal, BJP merger, Raghav Chadha, Rajya Sabha MPs, Sandeep Pathak

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): In a major setback for the Aam Aadmi Party, Rajya Sabha MPs Raghav Chadha, Sandeep Pathak and Ashok Mittal on Friday announced they were leaving the party and aligning themselves with the Bharatiya Janata Party. The three leaders made the announcement at a joint press briefing, saying they were invoking constitutional provisions related to merger by two-thirds members of a legislative group. Raghav Chadha said the trio had decided to separate from AAP and join the BJP, describing the move as a collective political decision.Their exit is being seen as a significant blow to AAP’s strength…

24 Apr

Punjab gears up for Census 2026; house listing to begin from May 15

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Gurpreet Singh :- Punjab has completed preparations for Census 2026, with the first phase of house listing and housing census scheduled to commence on May 15 and continue till June 13. During this period, enumerators will visit households across the state to collect data through a detailed questionnaire covering around 33 aspects related to housing conditions and basic amenities. Ahead of the field exercise, residents will have the option to participate through a self-enumeration process from April 30 to May 14, allowing them to submit their details online. The main population census, involving comprehensive individual-level data collection, is slated for…

24 Apr

Heatwave Intensifies Across Punjab, Chandigarh; Bathinda Sizzles at 44°C

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Gurpreet Singh :- A severe heatwave has tightened its grip over Punjab and Chandigarh, with temperatures crossing the 40°C mark in more than ten districts. Bathinda emerged as the hottest location on Thursday, recording a maximum temperature of 44°C—around 4 degrees above normal and the highest so far this season. The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the next two days, warning of continued heatwave conditions. Notably, several regions, including Chandigarh, are also expected to experience unusually warm nights, offering little respite from the soaring daytime temperatures. However, relief may be on the horizon from April 26, with…

24 Apr

Women beaten up outside liquor shop in Gurugram

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Gurpreet Singh :- The video of a high-voltage drama went viral on social media in which a young man was seen assaulting a young woman in public outside a liquor shop near Bristol Chowk last late night,the police said on Thursday. The two fought for a long time and the man pulled her hair and slapped her. They also hurled abuse at each other, but no one nearby intervened in the matter. Advertisement A bystander recorded the entire incident and shared it on social media. The police have not taken any action yet due to the lack of a complaint.…

24 Apr

HC to Hear Plea Against Release of ‘Lawrence of Punjab’ Documentary Today

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Gurpreet Singh :- The High Court is set to hear a petition on Friday seeking a ban on a documentary series based on the life of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, alleged mastermind in the killing of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala. The plea has been filed by Punjab Congress chief and Member of Parliament Amrinder Singh Raja Warring, who has strongly opposed the release of the series. In his submissions and public statements, Warring termed the documentary not merely as entertainment content but an affront to public sentiment, particularly for families affected by gang-related violence. Referring to the killing of Moosewala, he…

24 Apr

Samana Tower Protest Ends After 18 Months, Protester Climbs Down Following New Law

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Gurpreet Singh :- Bringing an end to an extraordinary and prolonged protest, Gurjeet Singh Khalsa on Friday descended from a nearly 400-foot-high mobile tower in Samana after spending around 18 months atop the structure. He had been staging the protest to press for stringent legislation against incidents of sacrilege. The decision to call off the agitation came following the Punjab Government’s implementation of the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2026, which he viewed as a significant step towards addressing his demands. Soon after his decision, the administration launched a carefully coordinated rescue operation to ensure his safe descent. Teams…

24 Apr

Punjab To Conduct Evening Blackout Exercises in Jalandhar, Ludhiana to Boost Emergency Response Today

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Jalandhar (Gurpreet Singh): A coordinated civil defence drill featuring temporary blackouts will be carried out on Friday evening in parts of Jalandhar and Ludhiana, aimed at evaluating preparedness for emergency situations. In Jalandhar, the mock exercise will be limited to the premises of Lyallpur Khalsa College for Women. Officials said the drill will begin with a siren indicating a simulated air raid warning, followed by a brief period of complete darkness within the campus. After the exercise concludes, another siren will signal the return to normal conditions. During the drill, response teams will rehearse key emergency procedures such as evacuating…

23 Apr

India slams Trump’s ‘hellhole’ repost as ‘uninformed’ and ‘in poor taste’

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, World NewsIndia US diplomatic row, India US relations 2026, MEA Randhir Jaiswal response, Michael Savage birthright citizenship, Trump India hellhole comment

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): India issued a sharp rebuke on Thursday, April 23, 2026, describing a social media repost by US President Donald Trump as “uninformed, inappropriate, and in poor taste.” The controversy erupted after Trump shared a transcript and video from conservative radio host Michael Savage, which referred to India and China as “hellholes” and described Indian and Chinese immigrants as “gangsters with laptops.” The remarks were made in the context of Savage’s critique of birthright citizenship laws in the United States. He argued that the current legal system allows immigrants to exploit a loophole by arriving in their…