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01 Mar

No Plans to Replace Punjab Congress President, Says Bhupesh Baghel

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, PunjabBhupesh Baghel, Punjab Congress

Amritsar (National Times) – Refuting speculation about a leadership change in the Punjab Congress, party in-charge Bhupesh Baghel has made it clear that no such decision has been taken by the high command. While addressing the media in Amritsar, Baghel called the ongoing rumors about replacing Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring baseless. He stated that the party is not considering any leadership changes at this time. Emphasizing Congress’s future in the state, Baghel confidently asserted that the party would return to power with a massive mandate in 2027. He also reaffirmed the high command’s unwavering support for both…

01 Mar

Punjab Government Extends NoC-Free Plot Registration Deadline by Six Months

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabPunjab, Punjab News

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab Housing and Urban Development Department has extended the deadline for registering plots without a No Objection Certificate (NoC) until August 31, 2025. The move, taken under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, aims to ease property registration procedures and accommodate the growing demand from the public. Housing and Urban Development Minister Hardip Singh Mundian stated that the extension comes after numerous requests from residents. Initially, the NoC exemption was available from December 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. Now, citizens will be able to register their plots from March 1, 2025, to August…

28 Feb

AAP’s Zero-Tolerance Policy Does Not Apply to Its Own MLAs: Khanna Demands Probe by a Sitting Judge and ED Intervention

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, BJP, Punjab

Chandigarh, February 28, 2025: Allegations of financial dealings in the appointment of the Bhawanigarh Truck Union president and an attempted suicide by a truck operator have raised serious questions about the Punjab government's so-called "zero-tolerance" policy against corruption. BJP State Vice President Shri Khanna, in a statement, alleged that the policy is selectively enforced, applying only to lower-level employees while shielding AAP legislators.Khanna accused AAP MLA Narinder Kaur Bharaj and her husband of negotiating a ₹30 lakh deal for the truck union presidency, citing a viral video that allegedly provides evidence of the transaction. He demanded an impartial probe by…

28 Feb

Municipal Corporation Mohali Office to Remain Open on Weekends for Property Tax Collection

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali, Municipal corporation, SAS Nagar

SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: The Municipal Corporation Mohali office will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM throughout the month of March for the collection of property tax, informed Commissioner Sh. Parminder Pal Singh. Making appeal to the Residents to take advantage of the extended hours to complete their property tax payments, he said the initiative aims to provide convenience and facilitate timely payments. For further information, residents may contact the Municipal Corporation office.

28 Feb

Punjab’s First Equestrian Festival Set for March 1-2 at Forest Hill, SAS Nagar; 34 Events Planned, Open to All

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabEquestrian Festival, Match 1, Punjab, SAS Nagar

SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: In a first to enthrall the people of Punjab with a unique festival on the equestrians, the stage has been set to welcome the horse breeders and riders at The Ranch, Gate No. 4, Forest Hill Resort, Village Karoran in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district, said Sonam Chaudhary, ADC (Rural Development), here, today. Reviewing the arrangements alongwith ADC (Urban Development) Anmol Singh Dhaliwal on site with the officers of various departments deputed for the event, the ADC Chaudhary directed all the officers and consultant agency to complete the arrangements for smooth conduct by today evening.…

28 Feb

Education Minister Harjot Bains calls upon Punjab school students to work hard to shape their future and take admission in nationally reputed institutes like IISER

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabEducation Minister, Harjot Bains, Punjab, Student Future

SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister Harjot Singh Bains has called upon Punjab government school students to focus on science subjects and take admission in country’s premier institutes like IISER, IIT and IIM. Inaugurating the two-day Science Fest TATTVA at Indian Institute of Science Education and Reasearch, Mohali, Education Minister Bains while giving the examples of renowned Indian and International Scientists and Reasearchers, Sir C V Raman, J C Bose, Isec Newton and Copernicus inspired the Punjab School Science Students of Class 10+1 from SOE and Meritorious Schools witnessing the Science Fest to…

28 Feb

Sarbatt Da Bhala Trust Donates Dead Body Freezer to Gurudwara Bibi Bhani Ji

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabGurudwara Bibi Bhani Ji, Sarbatt Da Bhala Trust

Mohali, February 28, 2025 – In a continued effort to serve society, Sarbatt Da Bhala Charitable Trust has donated a dead body freezer (mortuary box) to Gurudwara Bibi Bhani Ji, Phase-7, Mohali. The initiative was carried out under the guidance of the trust's managing trustee, Dr. S.P.S. Oberoi. Commitment to Social Welfare Speaking at the event, Mohali District President of the Trust, Kawaljeet Singh Ruby, stated that the trust has always been at the forefront of social welfare initiatives. The donation was made in response to a request from Ward No. 12 Councillor, Paramjit Singh Happy, and handed over in…

28 Feb

Mohali Market Representatives Thank MLA Kulwant Singh for Support

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP Punjab, MLA Kulwant Singh, Mohali Market Issues, Motor Market, Rehri Market

Mohali, February 28, 2025 – In a significant show of gratitude, representatives from the Motor Market and Rehri Market in Mohali met with MLA Kulwant Singh today to thank him for addressing their long-standing issues. The meeting took place at the AAP office in Sector 79, where market leaders acknowledged that no political leader in the past 40 years had genuinely supported their cause. "First Leader to Listen to Us" – Market Representatives The delegation included Fauja Singh (President, Phase-1 Motor Market), Karam Chand (President, Phase-7 Motor Market), and Ram Gopal Bansal (President, Phase-7 Rehri Market). Speaking to the media,…

28 Feb

Punjab Government Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Trade

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP, No Drugs, Punjab

Chandigarh, February 28 – The Punjab government has gone into action mode against drug trafficking, ramping up its efforts to eradicate the menace. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held a crucial meeting today with all district commissioners (DCs) and senior superintendents of police (SSPs) to discuss further steps. New Strategy to Wipe Out Drug Trade The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government has unveiled a fresh blueprint to tackle drug abuse in the state. Punjab minister Aman Arora, after a high-level meeting, announced that the journey toward restoring "Rangla Punjab" has officially begun. The meeting was attended by ministers Harpal Singh Cheema,…

28 Feb

Blaming Punjab Farmers for Delhi Pollution is ‘Ridiculous’: Piyush Goyal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabFarmers, Piyush Goyal, Punjab

New Delhi (National Times): Union Minister Piyush Goyal has dismissed claims that Punjab farmers are responsible for Delhi’s air pollution, calling the argument "ridiculous." He urged people to use logic before making such accusations. Speaking at an event hosted by the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Goyal, who holds the Commerce and Industry portfolio, said, “Don’t believe anyone who says Punjab farmers are the reason behind Delhi’s pollution. Just apply your mind… How does pollution travel 500 km, pass through the high rises of Gurugram, and directly reach my home in New Delhi?” Construction & Vehicular Emissions Main Pollutants…