Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

22 Jun

ISRO invites proposals from Indian researchers to access advanced XPoSat mission data

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsTechnologyAstronomy, Black Holes, Cosmic Radiation, ISRO, Space Research, XPoSat Mission

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)—The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) issued an Announcement of Opportunity on Monday, inviting research proposals from the domestic astronomical community to utilize data from the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) mission. The advanced space observatory is specifically designed to study bright astronomical X-ray sources operating under extreme cosmic conditions. Launched on January 1, 2024, the satellite currently operates in a near-equatorial orbit at an altitude of 650 kilometres above Earth. The satellite is equipped with two sophisticated scientific payloads engineered to investigate the complex X-ray emission mechanisms of cosmic phenomena, including black holes, neutron stars, and active…

22 Jun

Dhoni and Kohli get tennis lookalikes as Sanju Samson draws ultimate Roger Federer comparison

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsSportsCricket, MS Dhoni, Sanju Samson, tennis, Virat Kohli, World Cup

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh)—India's star wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson shared intriguing insights into the personalities of cricket legends, drawing unique comparisons to some of the biggest names in tennis. Speaking during an appearance on JioStar, Samson likened former Indian captain MS Dhoni to Swiss tennis maestro Roger Federer. He explained that Dhoni's calm, composed approach to the game, paired with an ability to deliver incredibly powerful and impactful performances with apparent effortlessness, mirrors the legendary tennis player's elegant demeanour on the court. In contrast to Dhoni's serene style, Samson compared current tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz to modern cricket icon Virat Kohli.…

22 Jun

Simple daily changes that can significantly boost your energy and focus

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsLifestyleEnergy, health, wellness

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): —Feeling completely exhausted by the end of the day has become a common complaint in our fast-paced digital world. While many people turn to expensive gadgets, strict diets, or complex fitness routines to fix their fatigue, health experts are increasingly pointing out that the most effective solutions are actually the simplest ones. By making a few small, effortless adjustments to your daily routine, you can naturally reset your body's energy levels and clear away mental fog. The primary cause of daily exhaustion often stems from constant connectivity. Spending hours looking at screens keeps your brain in…

22 Jun

Lucknow Coaching Centre Fire: 15 students killed, several injured in Aliganj blaze

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBrajesh Pathak, Coaching Centre, Fire tragedy, Lucknow, Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow (Gurpreet Singh)—At least 15 students were killed and several others suffered injuries after a massive fire tore through a private coaching centre in the Aliganj area of Lucknow on Monday afternoon. The tragic incident triggered a large-scale rescue operation and prompted the Uttar Pradesh government to immediately order a high-level inquiry to determine the cause of the blaze and assess potential safety lapses. The fire broke out around 3:00 pm in Sector-D of Aliganj inside a three-storey commercial building. The lower floors of the structure housed a pet shop and a gaming zone, while the third floor accommodated the…

22 Jun

Punjab Chief Minister vows strict action against Akali leadership over historical state betrayals

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkali Dal, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Punjab, Welfare

Faridkot (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday said that the people of Punjab have not forgotten how the Badal family and the Akali leadership repeatedly compromised the state’s interests, supported the three black farm laws, misused religion for political gains and allowed the drug menace to flourish in Punjab. Interacting with people during a Lok Milni programme at Panjgrain Kalan village in Faridkot, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that while previous governments pushed Punjab towards drugs, unemployment and decline, the AAP Government is transforming the state through strict action against drug smugglers, transparent government recruitment, historic…

22 Jun

Punjab expands cashless reproductive healthcare network to ensure timely and safe medical care

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Data from the State Health Agency (SHA), Punjab, shows that 57% of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) cases under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana (MMSY) were conducted within the first eight weeks of gestation. Of 323 cashless procedures worth ₹14.86 lakh recorded so far, 185 occurred in early pregnancy, indicating a shift towards timely, safer reproductive healthcare access at more than 800 empanelled hospitals. Abortion decisions are influenced by a range of personal, medical, and socio-economic factors. Under the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) procedures conducted within the first eight weeks of gestation…

22 Jun

Punjab government fulfills final electoral guarantee with upcoming women’s welfare rollout

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBaltej Pannu, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): —The Aam Aadmi Party administration in Punjab has successfully delivered on all policy guarantees pledged during the 2022 Assembly elections. AAP Punjab Media In-Charge Baltej Pannu confirmed on Monday that the state has completed all necessary administrative preparations to launch its final remaining campaign promise, the 'Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna'. Financial distributions under the initiative are scheduled to commence directly into beneficiaries' bank accounts on July 1, following an earlier directive by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann. The initial phase of the rollout will feature a consolidated disbursement covering three months of accumulated welfare benefits. Eligible female…

22 Jun

Punjab Cabinet implements 5 per cent cap on private school fee hikes and greenlights key governance reforms

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, governance, Industrial Subsidy, Punjab, School Fee Hike

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a series of key decisions aimed at safeguarding the interests of students and parents, boosting industrial development, strengthening digital governance and improving administrative accessibility, the Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday approved an ordinance to regulate fee hikes by private unaided schools, amended industrial incentive guidelines, gave concurrence for implementation of the State Data Integration Platform (SDIP) and approved the creation of the post of Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) along with supporting staff for Dasuya Sub-Division under District Hoshiarpur. Regulates Fee Hike By Private Unaided Schools Disclosing the information, the Chief…

22 Jun

Arvind Kejriwal hails Punjab’s welfare initiative as the largest women’s empowerment scheme globally

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabArvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Singh Mann, Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna, Punjab

New Delhi (Gurpreet Singh): Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal welcomed Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s decision to transfer three months’ honorarium in one instalment to beneficiaries under the ‘Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna’. Congratulating the mothers, sisters and daughters of Punjab, the AAP Chief hailed the scheme, which provides ₹1,000 per month to women and ₹1,500 per month to women from SC communities, as the world’s largest women’s empowerment programme. Under the initiative, the Bhagwant Mann Government will transfer three months’ payments together into the accounts of all eligible women on July 1. AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal…

22 Jun

Punjab CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Shares Good News, 3 Months’ ‘Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Rashi’ To Be Credited to Every Eligible Woman’s Account on July 1

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FATEHGARH SAHIB (Gurpreet Singh): Marking a historic step towards women’s economic empowerment, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann announced that the countdown for the Maavan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna has begun, with the first installment of three months’ Satkar Rashi set to be credited directly into the bank accounts of eligible women on July 1. Under the scheme, Dalit mothers and sisters will receive ₹4,500, while women from all other categories will get ₹3,000. During a Lok Milni programme after inaugurating various development works in Village Chanarthal Kalan of Fatehgarh Sahib constituency, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said the initiative reflects the AAP…