Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

10 Apr

Centre Clears Special Trains to Lift Foodgrain Stocks from Punjab After CM Mann’s Intervention

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday met Union Food and Public Distribution Minister Pralhad Joshi in New Delhi and secured key relief measures for farmers and mandis, with the Centre agreeing to run special trains to lift 155 lakh metric tonnes of foodgrains lying in Punjab and ease the state’s acute storage crisis ahead of the Rabi Marketing Season. Alongside this immediate intervention, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann pressed for resolution of structural issues burdening Punjab, including higher Cash Credit interest rates, ₹9,000 crore pending under the Rural Development Fund, compensation for hailstorm-hit crops, and long-pending…

10 Apr

Sikh Pilgrimage Jatha Departs for Pakistan on Baisakhi, 1,763 Devotees Set for Gurdwara Visits

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Gurpreet Singh :- A large Sikh pilgrimage jatha departed for Pakistan on the occasion of Baisakhi, with 1,763 devotees embarking on a religios journey to visit historic gurdwaras associated with Sikh heritage. The departure took place amid a spiritually charged atmosphere, with slogans of faith echoing as the group began its journey. The jatha, organized under the supervision of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), is part of a larger group of around 2,800 pilgrims from across India who will be visiting various sacred sites in Pakistan over the coming days. The pilgrimage holds special significance as it coincides with…

10 Apr

Cylinder Fire Triggers Panic at Krishna Temple in Ropar, Major Mishap Averted

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Gurpreet Singh :- Panic gripped devotees at a Krishna Temple in Ropar on Friday morning after a gas cylinder caught fire during preparations for an ongoing religious event. The sudden incident created chaos at the premises, where a large number of people had gathered. According to eyewitnesses, the fire broke out when a pipe connected to the cylinder ignited while food was being prepared by cooks for a three-day religious program. People present at the spot initially tried to control the flames, but the fire spread rapidly, raising concerns of a possible explosion. The situation became more alarming as two…

10 Apr

Rajasthan Royals vs RCB: Jaiswal–Suryavanshi Firepower Faces In-Form Padikkal in Key IPL Clash

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Gurpreet Singh :- Rajasthan Royals will look to continue their dominant run when they take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in an IPL encounter on Friday, with both teams relying on contrasting strengths to gain the upper hand. Rajasthan have emerged as one of the most aggressive batting units this season, largely due to the explosive starts provided by Yashasvi Jaiswal and young Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The duo has consistently put opposition bowlers under pressure in the powerplay, setting the tone for big totals. Suryavanshi, in particular, has grabbed attention with his fearless approach, even taking on top bowlers from the very…

10 Apr

Punjab Targets Overseas Crime Syndicates, Announces Bounties on 28 Wanted Gangsters

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Stepping up its offensive against organised crime, the Punjab administration has released a list of 28 absconding criminals and announced monetary rewards for information that could lead to their capture. The initiative is part of an ongoing campaign to dismantle gangster networks operating both within India and from foreign soil. Officials described the listed individuals as key players in a wide web of illegal activities, including contract killings, extortion, and cross-border smuggling of narcotics and weapons. Rewards ranging from ₹5 lakh to ₹10 lakh have been declared, depending on each accused’s level of involvement and criminal history.…

10 Apr

Punjab Police Nets Key Suspect in Kamal Bhabhi Killing After International Manhunt

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major policing success, Punjab Police has secured the arrest of fugitive Amritpal Singh Mehron, the prime suspect in the killing of social media figure Kanchan Kumari, following his deportation from the Middle East. Officials said the accused was brought back to India after coordinated efforts involving the Counter Intelligence Wing’s Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell (OFTEC) and central agencies. He was taken into custody upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport on April 10. The case dates back to June 2025, when the victim was allegedly abducted and murdered in Bathinda. Her body was…

09 Apr

Punjab Launches Mission Samrath 4.0 with Attendance-Linked Reform to Boost Learning Outcomes

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab has pushed its Sikhya Kranti (education revolution) into the next phase, with Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, along with former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister and AAP Punjab Prabhari Manish Sisodia, on Thursday launching Mission Samrath 4.0, a flagship foundational learning programme aimed at achieving global excellence in education. The new phase introduces a state-wide attendance tracking system under which parents will receive daily SMS alerts on their child’s attendance, marking a decisive shift towards real-time accountability and stronger learning continuity in classrooms.Declaring it as the next big leap in Punjab’s Sikhya Kranti, the Education Minister said…

09 Apr

Harjot Singh Bains Slams Sukhbir Badal Over Akal Takht Remarks, Seeks Action

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Cabinet Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Thursday criticised Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Chief Sukhbir Singh Badal over his remarks regarding the December 2, 2024 orders of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, stating that such statements undermine the authority of the highest temporal seat of the Sikh Panth and amount to a direct attack on its sanctity and the collective sentiments of the community. He asserted that Sri Akal Takht Sahib is the supreme spiritual and temporal authority of the Panth, and every edict issued from it is a divine command that cannot be questioned with “buts” and…

09 Apr

ISI-Linked Terror Cell Busted in Punjab, Two Suspects Apprehended

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Gurdaspur (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant security operation, the Punjab Police, along with central intelligence agencies, has uncovered an ISI-backed terror module allegedly orchestrated by a foreign-based handler. The operation, conducted jointly by District Amritsar Rural Police, District Gurdaspur Police, and SSOC Amritsar, led to the arrest of two individuals connected to the network. Officials reported the recovery of an arsenal of explosives and attack-preparation materials, including five hand grenades, two special detonators, a PTT timer with coder and decoder, a 9V battery, and 1 kilogram of high explosives packed with nails. Additionally, a Baofeng walkie-talkie with cable and trigger…

09 Apr

Road rage incident in Himachal’s Kangra leaves four injured; three Punjab residents arrested

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Gurpreet Singh :- Police said on Thursday that a road rage incident in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district turned violent after a dispute between occupants of a car and a Delhi-bound bus, leaving four people injured and leading to the arrest of three accused. The incident occurred near Thural village on Wednesday night when the accused, travelling in a car, attempted to overtake the bus but were unable to do so, which led to an argument. The situation escalated when they allegedly blocked the bus and confronted the driver, conductor and passengers. During the altercation, the accused reportedly attacked the victims…