Punjab

CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Public Not to Fall for Rumours on Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Assures ₹10 Lakh Free Treatment

CM Bhagwant Mann Urges Public Not to Fall for Rumours on Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, Assures ₹10 Lakh Free Treatment

CHANDIGARH, 10th February 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday appealed to the people of Punjab not to be misled by  misleading and malicious propaganda being spread by anti-Punjab forces regarding the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna, the flagship healthcare programme of the state government.In a video message addressed to the people, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Punjab government launched this ambitious scheme to ensure that every resident of Punjab, especially those from the weaker sections of society, has direct access to quality medical treatment.”Explaining the scope of the initiative, Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “To provide comprehensive healthcare…
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AAP Questions Governor’s Anti-Drug Yatra, Alleges Presence of Political Backers of Drug Trade

AAP Questions Governor’s Anti-Drug Yatra, Alleges Presence of Political Backers of Drug Trade

CHANDIGARH, 10th February 2026: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab Chief Spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal on Tuesday raised serious questions over the so-called anti-drug yatra initiated by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, saying that while the AAP government has been consistently leading the fight against drugs across the state, the Governor’s parallel yatra sends a deeply troubling message about who he is choosing to stand with.Addressing a press conference at the AAP office, Punjab Chief Spokesperson Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said, “Under the guidance of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP government has been…
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Punjab Government Targets Khanna’s Meat Market in Renewed Drive Against Drug Abuse

Punjab Government Targets Khanna’s Meat Market in Renewed Drive Against Drug Abuse

Khanna, Ludhiana, February 10: Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond, along with Khanna SSP Dr. Darpan Ahluwalia, appealed to the people on Tuesday to unite in the fight against drugs until the menace is completely eradicated from Khanna.With joint cooperation from police and civil administration, a major plan has been prepared to make Meat Market free of the drugs, Cabinet Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond stated a comprehensive plan has been prepared through close coordination between the civil and police administrations to bring positive change to families in the area. He urged the residents of Meat Market to actively support the state…
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Bittu’s Video Rips Open Congress–Akali Nexus; Fixed-Match Politics That Looted Punjab Exposed: Baltej Pannu

Bittu’s Video Rips Open Congress–Akali Nexus; Fixed-Match Politics That Looted Punjab Exposed: Baltej Pannu

National Times Bureau :- Aam Aadmi Party Punjab Media Incharge Baltej Pannu on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress and Shiromani Akali Dal, alleging that both parties ran a decades-long, covert power-sharing arrangement that systematically looted Punjab while posing as political opponents. Addressing a press conference at the AAP party office here, Pannu played a video clip of Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu, claiming that the clip itself exposes the “hand-in-glove politics” between Congress and Akali leadership. In the video, Bittu is heard admitting that in 2017, efforts were made to defeat Bhagwant Mann and ensure the victory…
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AAP Stages Protest Outside Bajwa’s Residence Over Alleged Remarks, Police Use Water Cannons Amid Tensions

AAP Stages Protest Outside Bajwa’s Residence Over Alleged Remarks, Police Use Water Cannons Amid Tensions

CHANDIGARH, 9th February 2026: Calling out Congress’s casteist and elitist remarks into a flashpoint on Punjab’s streets, senior leaders, ministers, MLAs, and hundreds of karyakartas of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab on Sunday held a high-voltage band-baja protest outside the residence of Leader of Opposition (LoP) Partap Singh Bajwa, slamming Congress leadership for mocking Dalits, degrading honest livelihoods, and exposing its deeply feudal and dynastic mindset. As AAP leaders moved to gherao Partap Singh Bajwa’s house, tensions escalated into a clash with the police, water cannons were used to disperse the crowd, and several leaders and workers were injured,…
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Akal Takht Issues Key Directives on Guru Granth Sahib Probe, Hola Mohalla Conduct, and Overseas Gurdwara Dispute

Akal Takht Issues Key Directives on Guru Granth Sahib Probe, Hola Mohalla Conduct, and Overseas Gurdwara Dispute

AMRITSAR/CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh) — Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj on Sunday issued a series of directives concerning the investigation into missing sacred saroops of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, religious discipline, and several Panthic matters, while also raising concerns over recent administrative and policing actions. Addressing the media at the Sri Akal Takht Secretariat, the Jathedar urged the Punjab government to ensure that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the case of 328 sacred saroops consists exclusively of Amritdhari (initiated) Sikh police officers. He said the demand follows concerns raised by Sikh communities in India and…
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Chandigarh-Based Journalist Killed in Late-Night Road Accident Near Mohali Courts

Chandigarh-Based Journalist Killed in Late-Night Road Accident Near Mohali Courts

National Times Bureau :- A journalist from Chandigarh lost his life in a tragic road accident late Sunday night after his motorcycle crashed into a road divider near the Mohali court complex. The incident has once again raised serious concerns over road safety and the lack of immediate emergency response on major urban roads. According to available information, the victim, identified as Davinder Singh, sustained critical injuries after his motorcycle hit the divider with force. Due to the absence of any emergency medical services at the spot, he could not be shifted to a hospital in time. Eyewitnesses said Singh…
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Punjab Police Launch 72-Hour ‘Operation Prahar 2.0’ to Crack Down on Crime

Punjab Police Launch 72-Hour ‘Operation Prahar 2.0’ to Crack Down on Crime

National Times Bureau :- Punjab Police on Monday morning launched a large-scale security drive titled Operation Prahar 2.0, aimed at tightening the noose around criminal elements across the state. The operation began at 8 am and will continue for 72 hours, with a special focus on wanted and habitual offenders. As part of the operation, senior police officers have been assigned to different districts to personally supervise field-level action. Around 12,000 police personnel have been deployed on the ground to carry out searches, checks and targeted operations in identified sensitive areas. Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said the state…
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Daylight Shooting Shocks Tarn Taran Law College, Student Killed; Gunman Dies by Suicide

Daylight Shooting Shocks Tarn Taran Law College, Student Killed; Gunman Dies by Suicide

National Times Bureau :- Tarn Taran witnessed a chilling incident on Thursday after a young woman was shot dead inside the campus of a well-known law college, triggering panic among students and staff. The accused attacker later ended his own life by shooting himself, turning the educational institution into the scene of a double tragedy. According to preliminary information, the deceased woman has been identified as Sandeep Kaur, a student of the law college. Eyewitnesses said the accused suddenly opened fire at her inside the campus, leaving her critically injured. She succumbed to her injuries on the spot. Moments after…
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Bajwa’s remark is an insult to Dalit community; Congress must apologize within 24 hours or be ready to face strict action: Harpal Cheema

Bajwa’s remark is an insult to Dalit community; Congress must apologize within 24 hours or be ready to face strict action: Harpal Cheema

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, Forest Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, and AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu, have jointly, in strong words, condemned the unfortunate and objectionable remark made by Leader of the Opposition and Congress leader Pratap Singh Bajwa about Punjab Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. The three leaders termed the Congress party as having an anti-Dalit mindset and issued a stern warning to Bajwa and the Congress party to apologize within 24 hours, failing which strict legal and political action would be taken. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema,…
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