Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

11 Apr

Punjab CM Reaches Jagraon to Console Families After Mathura Boat Tragedy, Extends Full Support

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday visited Jagraon to stand in solidarity with families who lost their loved ones in the recent boat capsizing incident near Mathura, offering condolences and assuring comprehensive support during the difficult time. The tragic incident occurred in the Yamuna river when a boat carrying pilgrims to Vrindavan overturned, leading to multiple casualties. According to officials, 11 bodies have been recovered so far, while search efforts continue for four individuals who are still missing. During his visit, the Chief Minister met grieving families and expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasising…

11 Apr

Punjab Cabinet Moves to Toughen Anti-Sacrilege Law, Proposes Life Imprisonment Provision

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday cleared a stringent amendment to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026, with provision of life imprisonment to ensure strict punishment for ‘Beadbi’ (sacrilege) and uphold the sanctity of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji. The amendment Bill will be introduced on Monday in a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha. A decision to this effect was taken by the Council of Ministers in a meeting held under the chairmanship of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. Disclosing this, the Chief Minister’s Office said,…

11 Apr

Firing near Ferozepur border leaves 12-year-old girl injured, condition critical

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped a border village in Ferozepur after unidentified assailants opened fire outside a house, leaving a 12-year-old girl critically injured. The incident occurred in Pacharia village, where the victim was struck by a bullet while standing near the gate of her residence. According to family members, the girl had just stepped out after bathing when gunshots were heard. Initially mistaking the sound for firecrackers, the family soon realised something was wrong when they found the child injured. She was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Ferozepur, where she is currently undergoing treatment. The family maintained…

11 Apr

Vrindavan boat mishap: Seven of a family among 10 dead, eyewitnesses recount horror

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Gurpreet Singh :- A devastating boat accident in the Yamuna river at Vrindavan has claimed the lives of 10 pilgrims, with seven members of a single family among the deceased, plunging parts of Punjab into mourning. The victims are reported to be from Ludhiana and Jagraon, where grief-stricken families are struggling to come to terms with the tragedy. According to accounts from survivors, the group comprising nearly 130 devotees who had travelled in two buses—had arrived in Vrindavan for religious visit and were staying near an ashram. The accident occurred when they boarded a steamer to cross the river. Eyewitnesses…

11 Apr

Fresh turn in Moosewala murder case: Six witnesses examined, father seeks clarity on four accused

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Gurpreet Singh :- Proceedings in the high-profile murder case of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala witnessed significant developments today as a local court recorded the statements of six prosecution witnesses. The testimonies were completed during the course of the hearing, marking a steady progression in the trial. According to counsel Satinder Pal Singh Mittal, the witnesses whose depositions were concluded included Shankar Lal, Rajkumar, Amit Kumar, Ude Ram, Aditya and Baljeet Singh, a police constable. The court heard their accounts in detail before closing this phase of examination. During the hearing, Moosewala’s father, Balkaur Singh, also appeared before the court and…

11 Apr

Batala Police Smash Cross-Border Drug & Arms Network; Heroin, Pistol and Cash Seized

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Batala (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant crackdown on organised crime, Batala Police has unearthed a cross-border network dealing in narcotics and illegal weapons, arresting two suspects and recovering a large quantity of contraband. The operation led to the seizure of 6.5 kilograms of heroin, a .30 caliber pistol along with six live cartridges, and ₹1 lakh believed to be proceeds from drug trafficking. According to initial findings, the racket was not limited to drug smuggling alone but also involved the circulation of illegal arms among operatives. Investigators suspect a deep-rooted connection between drug trade, extortion activities, and the supply of…

10 Apr

Punjab Wins National SKOCH Award After 94% Drop in Farm Fires

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s aggressive crop residue management strategy has earned the national recognition as the Punjab has been conferred the SKOCH Silver Award 2025 in the Environment category, said Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, while crediting Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s sustained efforts in crop residue management.While addressing a press conference here at Punjab Bhawan, S. Khudian informed that Punjab has recorded a 94 per cent reduction in farm fire incidents, plummeting from 83,002 in 2020‑21 to just 5,114 in 2025‑26.The Agriculture Minister lauded the PPCB and Punjab's farming community, while…

10 Apr

Punjab Promises Major Relief for Industries, Pushes MSME Growth Under New Industrial Policy 2026

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab’s Cabinet Minister for Industries & Commerce, Investment Promotion, Local Government and Power, Sanjeev Arora, interacted with industrialists during a district-level meeting of MSMEs held in Patiala. During the meeting, he listened to the issues raised by entrepreneurs from different districts and resolved several matters on the spot. Punjab’s Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh was also present on the occasion.Issuing directions to the Local Government Department, Minister Sanjeev Arora said special attention should be given to improving cleanliness and the sewerage system in cities. He emphasized that basic civic facilities for people must be…

10 Apr

Punjab Rolls Out ₹10 Lakh Sehat Card for All, Over 2 Lakh Treatments Already Delivered

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A medical emergency rarely comes with a warning, often pushing families into distress not just due to health concerns but also the burden of treatment costs. To address this challenge, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann introduced the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna with a clear objective of ensuring that families across Punjab can access timely healthcare without worrying about financial constraints.The Bhagwant Mann Government’s commitment is being realised through the rollout of the Sehat Card, which is providing financial protection and instilling confidence among families across the state. Around 50,000 Sehat Cards are being issued every day through widespread…

10 Apr

Punjab Cracks Down on Global Gangster Networks, Brings Back Key Accused from UAE

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Bhagwant Mann Government has sent out a clear and uncompromising message against crime, demonstrating both reach and resolve by bringing back Kamal Kaur murder accused Amritpal Singh Mehron from the UAE even as it intensifies its crackdown on gangster networks operating from abroad. Highlighting how such syndicates are funding shooters in states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann underscored that several such operatives have already been arrested in Punjab, while the AAP government continues to coordinate closely with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of External Affairs to track down and…