Punjab

Chandigarh’s last sum, 36-year-old Shahpur Colony razed to the ground, 400 homes demolished
30 Sep

Chandigarh’s last sum, 36-year-old Shahpur Colony razed to the ground, 400 homes demolished

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
National Times Bureau :- The Chandigarh administration on Tuesday demolished UT's last remaining slum the Shahpur Colony in Sector 38 (West), paving way for the city to become the country’s first slum-free city. On Tuesday morning, a team of officials accompanied by heavy police force reached the site and demolished the houses in the colony with bulldozers. By around 8:30 a.m., most of the houses had been reduced to piles of sand, bricks, and rubble. Around 450 houses were demolished in the drive. However, four houses that had court-issued stay orders were spared. The action has sparked outrage among the…
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Punjab Launches Investor-Friendly Reforms, Passes Six Important Bills
29 Sep

Punjab Launches Investor-Friendly Reforms, Passes Six Important Bills

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced that the state Vidhan Sabha has passed six crucial bills aimed at driving industrial development, improving governance, and supporting farmers. The legislative session marks a significant milestone for the state’s economic growth.The bills include the Right to Business Act, which introduces a Deemed Approval Facility for industrial projects. Any project not receiving government approval within 45 days will be automatically approved, providing a faster and more investor-friendly environment.Other key legislations passed are the Punjab Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, aimed at streamlining the state’s tax system; the Punjab…
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Punjab MLA Demands FIR Against IMD and BBMB Over Flood Mismanagement
29 Sep

Punjab MLA Demands FIR Against IMD and BBMB Over Flood Mismanagement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh, September 29, 2025: During a special session of the Punjab Assembly, MLA and former Cabinet Minister Pargat Singh raised a strong demand for registering an FIR against the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) over alleged flood mismanagement in the state.Addressing the assembly from Jalandhar Cantonment, Singh accused both agencies of betraying Punjab. He pointed out that the Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister had already filed an FIR against the BBMB and emphasized that similar action should be taken in Punjab.Singh stated that merely casting votes would not resolve the issue and stressed the need…
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Aman Arora Defends Punjab Government’s Flood Measures, Criticises Opposition in Assembly
29 Sep

Aman Arora Defends Punjab Government’s Flood Measures, Criticises Opposition in Assembly

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, September 28, 2025 (National Times Bureau): On the concluding day of the Punjab Assembly session, Cabinet Minister Aman Arora strongly defended the state government’s response to this year’s devastating floods while targeting opposition leaders for their criticism.Participating in the debate on the “Punjab Rehabilitation” resolution, Arora said the scale of destruction caused by the floods was unlike anything Punjab had witnessed before. He pointed out that the government had already cleared drains and canals in advance and had stationed ministers in flood-prone areas before the waters arrived. “Our ministers were on the ground even in regions where only limited…
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Punjab Set to Introduce Major Reforms for Urban Planning and Property Regulation
29 Sep

Punjab Set to Introduce Major Reforms for Urban Planning and Property Regulation

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending
Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab Government is preparing to introduce two major legislative amendments in the Vidhan Sabha today, both aimed at addressing longstanding challenges in urban development and town planning. The proposed changes are expected to improve financial management and promote more organised infrastructure growth in cities across the state. Leading the agenda is the Punjab Town Improvement (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes significant revisions to the nearly century-old Town Improvement Act of 1922. The amendment seeks to enable the transfer of funds generated through the sale of land and property under various improvement trusts to a unified Municipal…
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Punjab Assembly Speaker Pays Tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh on His 118th Birth Anniversary
28 Sep

Punjab Assembly Speaker Pays Tribute to Shaheed Bhagat Singh on His 118th Birth Anniversary

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, September 28, 2025: Punjab Legislative Assembly Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan on Sunday paid homage to revolutionary freedom fighter Shaheed-E-Azam S. Bhagat Singh on his 118th birth anniversary. He said that Bhagat Singh sacrificed his life to free India from British colonial rule.Speaker Sandhwan emphasized that Bhagat Singh led a fearless struggle against British oppression to secure freedom for the people of India. His contribution to the country’s independence movement, he said, was unparalleled and continues to inspire generations.“The bravery, courage, and ideals of Shaheed Bhagat Singh remain indelible in our history. The nation salutes his martyrdom, and we…
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Law Bhavan Hosts Interactive Session on One Nation One Election with Students
28 Sep

Law Bhavan Hosts Interactive Session on One Nation One Election with Students

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Chandigarh, 28th September 2025: A seminar on One Nation One Election (ONOE) was organized today at Law Bhavan, Sector 37, with enthusiastic participation from students. The program aimed at creating awareness about the idea of simultaneous elections and its benefits for the nation.The seminar was graced by Sh. Om Prakash Dhankar, Northern Region Incharge of ONOE, Dr. Devansh Chandel, Incharge of ONOE, and Adv. Lekhra Sharma, Member of the Bar Council, as the main speakers.Other distinguished participants included Sh. Ranjan Lohan, Convenor of Legal Cell BJP, Sh. Ajay Sood, ABVP Leader, Adv. Ajay Sharma, Adv. Geetanjali Wadhwa, and Smt. Geeta…
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CM Health Card Scheme Gains Traction as Over 41,000 Sign Up in Tarn Taran and Barnala
28 Sep

CM Health Card Scheme Gains Traction as Over 41,000 Sign Up in Tarn Taran and Barnala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending, ,
Tarn Taran/Barnala (Gurpreet Singh): The state government’s ambitious Chief Minister Health Card initiative is witnessing enthusiastic public participation, with more than 41,000 residents from Tarn Taran and Barnala districts enrolling for the scheme so far. Launched to provide Rs 10 lakh in cashless health insurance per family per year, the scheme has quickly struck a chord with citizens, especially in semi-urban and rural areas where access to affordable healthcare has long been a concern. Camps See Surge in Footfall Across both districts, registration camps have seen a steady stream of applicants, prompting authorities to increase the number of help desks…
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Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Fights for Life After Serious Road Crash in Himachal
28 Sep

Punjabi Singer Rajvir Jawanda Fights for Life After Serious Road Crash in Himachal

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsEntertainment, Punjab, Trending
Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjabi music star Rajvir Jawanda is in a critical condition at Fortis Hospital in Mohali after a devastating road accident in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh. The 30-year-old singer was placed on ventilator support shortly after being admitted on Saturday, following multiple injuries sustained to his head and spine. According to hospital authorities, his condition remains unchanged and life-threatening. Although some vital signs, like blood pressure, have shown slight improvement, doctors say the next 24 hours are crucial in determining whether his condition stabilizes. The Accident: Sudden Encounter With Stray Animals The incident occurred on the Pinjore-Nalagarh Road, where…
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Punjab Bakes Under Unseasonal Heatwave: Mansa Records Highest Temperature at 38.3°C
28 Sep

Punjab Bakes Under Unseasonal Heatwave: Mansa Records Highest Temperature at 38.3°C

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Chandigarh (National Times): Unrelenting heat continues to sweep across Punjab as temperatures in both day and night remain significantly above average. With the mercury climbing steadily, weather officials confirm that the current conditions are nearly 2.5°C warmer than the seasonal norm, a concerning trend as the region typically begins to cool by late September. The district of Mansa has emerged as the epicenter of this heatwave, posting a scorching 38.3°C — the highest in the state over the past 24 hours. The spike follows a statewide temperature increase of 1.3°C in just one day. Nights No Cooler: Minimum Temperatures Unusually…
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