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10 Jan

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann Unveils ₹90 Crore Infrastructure Boost for Bathinda, Dedicates Multania ROB and Clears New Janata Nagar Bridge

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Bathinda, January 10, 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday announced a major infrastructure push for Bathinda, dedicating projects worth nearly ₹90 crore aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving urban connectivity. The Chief Minister formally inaugurated the rebuilt Multania Railway Over Bridge (ROB) and approved the construction of a new ROB at Janata Nagar. Addressing a public gathering after inaugurating the Multania ROB, Mann said Bathinda’s strategic importance as a key railway junction has long posed mobility challenges for residents, as multiple railway lines divide the city into different zones. He noted that the Multania bridge, built…

10 Jan

‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’: Punjab Government Unveils School-Centric Action Plan to Shield Young Minds from Drugs

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabHarjot Singh Bains, Punjab Anti-drug campaign, school-based drug prevention, Yudh Nashean Virudh

Chandigarh/SAS Nagar, January 10, 2025— In a decisive push to tackle drug abuse at its roots, the Punjab Government has rolled out a comprehensive, school-led action plan under its ongoing ‘Yudh Nashean Virudh’ campaign, placing education and prevention at the centre of its strategy to safeguard young minds. The initiative, being implemented under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, positions schools and teachers as the first line of defence in Punjab’s long-term battle against drugs. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said the government’s focus is not only on strict action against drug smugglers but also on protecting children…

10 Jan

Thanks to the Maan Government’s Digital vision, Easy Registry sets a record with over 3.70 lakh Registries recorded in just 6 months

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Chandigarh ,10 January 2026: Punjab Revenue, Rehabilitation and Disaster Management Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian on Friday said that the Easy Registry initiative has emerged as a game-changer in Punjab’s property registration system, delivering strong and consistent outcomes across the state.Revenue Minister Hardeep Singh Mundian said that from its inception in July 2025 till December 2025, a total of 3,70,967 property documents were registered, marking a major push towards transparent, corruption-free and citizen-friendly land services. “The response to Easy Registry clearly shows that people trust a system that is transparent, time-bound and free from harassment. In just six months, more than…

10 Jan

Gunmen Open Fire at Luxury Car Showroom Near Mullanpur in Ludhiana

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National Times Bureau :- Panic gripped the Badduwal area near Mullanpur on Saturday after two unidentified assailants opened fire at a luxury car showroom in broad daylight. The attackers arrived on a motorcycle and fired multiple rounds at the showroom before fleeing the spot, leaving staff and bystanders shaken. No injuries were reported in the incident, but the firing caused fear in the busy area and raised concerns over public safety. Police teams rushed to the spot soon after receiving information and launched an investigation. CCTV footage from the area is being examined to identify the attackers and trace their…

10 Jan

Jalandhar Police Register FIR Over Doctored Video Targeting AAP Leader Atishi

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National Times Bureau :- The Jalandhar commissionerate police on Friday registered an FIR against unidentified persons over alleged doctored video clip of AAP leader and Delhi assembly leader of opposition Atishi making derogatory remarks about Guru Tegh Bahadur. The FIR was lodged at the Cyber Cell police station on the complaint of local AAP leader Iqbal Singh. According to the police, no accused has been named so far in the FIR, however the video link shared by Delhi minister Kapil Mishra was downloaded and examined as part of the probe. A police spokesperson said the audio from the clip was…

10 Jan

Before son could take flight, tragedy strikes: Father among 4 killed on way to Amritsar airport

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National Times Bureau :- At least four persons were killed and one sustained critical injuries after a car collided with a Punjab Roadways bus on the Dasuya–Hoshiarpur road near Adda Dosarka early Saturday morning. According to police officials, the accident occurred around 6 am when a car carrying five occupants attempted to enter the main road amid dense fog. The vehicle was hit by a Pathankot depot bus travelling from Dasuya to Hoshiarpur, leading to a devastating impact. The collision was so severe that the car was completely mangled, resulting in the deaths of four occupants on the spot. The…

09 Jan

Majithia Aide Arrested, Police Secure Two-Day Remand

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBikram Singh Majithia, Davinder Verka arrest, Punjab Vigilance Bureau

Chandigarh, January 9, 2026— Following the arrest of senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, Punjab Police have now arrested one of his close associates in connection with the same case. According to information, the police have taken into custody Davinder Verka, who had been serving as a sewadar at Majithia’s Amritsar residence for the past several years.Davinder Verka was produced before a court, which granted the police a two-day remand for further questioning.As per officials, Verka has been arrested in a case registered for allegedly obstructing the functioning of the Vigilance Bureau at the time of Majithia’s arrest.…

09 Jan

Children will now receive Organic mid-day meals; the Mann government will create ‘Nutritious Gardens’ in 5,000 government schools across Punjab.

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Chandigarh, January 9, 2026: Punjab's fertile soil will not only replenish the nation's food reserves but also lay the foundation for a brighter future and better health for children studying in government schools. The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has taken a historic decision to radically transform the state's educational infrastructure by establishing nutritious gardens in 5,073 government schools. This initiative will not only free children from the cycle of malnutrition but is also a revolutionary step towards making Punjab a leading state in the country in the field of health and education. Based on the guidelines…

09 Jan

Gruesome Murder in Ludhiana: Police Arrest Man and Woman, Love Angle Suspected

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National Times Bureau :- Ludhiana police have cracked a shocking murder case involving the brutal killing of a young man whose dismembered body was found dumped in a vacant plot earlier this week. Investigators have arrested two accused — a woman and a man — and initial findings suggest that the crime may be linked to a personal relationship dispute. The horrifying discovery was made near the Jalandhar Bypass in the jurisdiction of Salem Tabri police station, where locals noticed suspicious material inside a deserted plot and alerted the authorities. Upon reaching the spot, police recovered the victim’s body, which…

09 Jan

Senior IPS Dr Ravjot Kaur’s suspension revoked

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National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative move, the Election Commission (EC) has revoked the suspension of senior IPS officer Ravjot Kaur Grewal of the Punjab cadre. Grewal, a 2015-batch officer who was serving as the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) in Tarn Taran, had been placed under suspension in November 2025 following allegations of violating the Model Code of Conduct during the high-stakes assembly by-election for the Tarn Taran seat. The reinstatement order comes after the successful completion of the entire electoral process and a detailed departmental review of the complaints lodged against her. The initial disciplinary action…