Punjab

Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

Father and Son Die After Snake Bite in Punjab’s Sangrur

National Times Bureau :- A tragic incident from Ananda village in Punjab’s Sangrur district has left the entire community in morning, after a father and his young son died following a snake bite. The incident occurred on August 6, turning what should have been a day of celebration into a day of grief, as it was also the young boy’s birthday. According to villagers, 35-year-old Gurmukh Singh was working in the fields of his cousin, Jagtar Singh, and had taken his five-year-old son Kamaldeep with him to cut grass. After completing the work, Gurmukh was washing his hands and feet…
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Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Performs ‘Jode Di Sewa’ After Akal Takht’s Order

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Performs ‘Jode Di Sewa’ After Akal Takht’s Order

Sri Anandpur Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Saturday visited Gurdwara Shishganj Sahib in Sri Anandpur Sahib to perform ‘Jode Di Sewa’, a voluntary act of serving devotees by managing their footwear. This service is part of the religious penalty (Tankhah) directed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib following a recent controversy over a government event. On July 6, Bains appeared before the five Singh Sahibans at the Akal Takht to present his clarification regarding an official programme held in Srinagar to mark the martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The event drew strong criticism from…
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36 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp by Vishvas Foundation

36 Units of Blood Collected at Zirakpur Camp by Vishvas Foundation

Zirakpur, 8 August 2025: On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sati Sadhvi Behan Krishnamurti Vishvas ji, under the series of service works being done from 3 to 9 August, Vishvas Foundation Panchkula and Indian Red Cross Society District Branch Mohali organized a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas ji. This blood donation camp was organized near Metro Store in ZirakpurThe team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Center Zirakpur collected 36 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Agarwal. . Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that…
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Punjab Launches 24 Sector-Wise Industrial Advisory Committees to Boost Growth

Punjab Launches 24 Sector-Wise Industrial Advisory Committees to Boost Growth

Chandigarh, August 8, 2025 — In a move aimed at positioning Punjab as a leading industrial hub, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday unveiled 24 sector-specific Industrial Advisory Committees. The initiative, hailed as a landmark reform, is designed to shift the state’s industrial policy framework from a purely government-driven approach to one where industry stakeholders have a decisive role in shaping decisions.Calling the development a “historic day for Punjab,” Kejriwal said that for decades, industrial growth was hampered by political corruption, bureaucratic red tape, and extortion, which drove businesses away…
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Bikram Singh Majithia Bail Hearing Adjourned; Next Session on August 11

Bikram Singh Majithia Bail Hearing Adjourned; Next Session on August 11

Chandigarh, August 8, 2025 — The bail proceedings of senior Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader and former Punjab minister Bikram Singh Majithia will resume on Monday, August 11, after Friday’s hearing concluded without a verdict. The session lasted over two-and-a-half hours, with both prosecution and defence presenting detailed arguments before the court decided to adjourn.Majithia’s case stems from his June 25, 2025 arrest by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau following coordinated raids at nearly 25 locations, including his Amritsar residence. He is accused of amassing assets disproportionate to his declared income and allegedly having links to a ₹540 crore drug-money laundering…
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Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed

Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed

National Times Bureau :- In a significant development in Jalandhar's political scene, the Punjab Government has removed Rajwinder Kaur Thiara from her post as Chairperson of the Improvement Trust. This move marks the first time in recent memory that a sitting chairperson has been replaced within just six months of appointment. Rajwinder Kaur has now been replaced by Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa, who has officially been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Jalandhar Improvement Trust. The sudden change has drawn attention, especially given its timing and the short tenure of the outgoing chairperson. The government has not yet provided…
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Amritsar Temple Scuffle Between Devotees and Priests Caught on CCTV, Sparks Outrage

Amritsar Temple Scuffle Between Devotees and Priests Caught on CCTV, Sparks Outrage

National Times Bureau :- A scuffle broke out between devotees and priests at the Model Town Temple in Amritsar, with the entire incident being captured on the temple’s CCTV cameras. The footage of the altercation has since gone viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism from religious figures and temple authorities. According to sources, the confrontation began over a minor disagreement that quickly escalated. One of the visiting devotees allegedly attacked a priest during the dispute. When another priest attempted to intervene, he too was reportedly manhandled and slapped by the group of agitated devotees. The incident has drawn sharp…
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Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

Major Police Reshuffle: 9 SHOs Transferred in Ferozepur District

National Times Bureau :- In a significant administrative reshuffle aimed at strengthening law enforcement at the grassroots level, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Bhupinder Singh Sidhu has ordered the transfer of nine Station House Officers (SHOs) across various police stations in Ferozepur district. According to the official notification, Inspector Jaswinder Singh, SHO Guruharsahai, has been posted as SHO Sadar Zira, while Inspector Gurmeet Singh, SHO Kulgarhi, has been transferred as SHO City Zira. Sub-Inspector Baljinder Singh, previously SHO Sadar Zira, will now take charge as SHO Kulgarhi. Sub-Inspector (Local) Baljinder Singh, earlier posted at City Zira, has been appointed SHO…
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Gunfire Exchange During Police Raid on Drug Peddlers in Jalandhar

Gunfire Exchange During Police Raid on Drug Peddlers in Jalandhar

National Times Bureau :- In a major anti-drug operation, Punjab Police’s Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) raided a suspected drug trafficking hideout in the village of Gorsian near Nakodar, Jalandhar. The raid, conducted early Friday morning, led to a fierce exchange of gunfire between the police and the accused. The ANTF had received intelligence that a notorious drug trafficker, Sunny Singh, along with his accomplices, was planning a large-scale distribution of narcotics. Acting on the tip-off, a police team launched a raid on the location. As soon as the team reached the spot, the suspects opened fire on the police, leading…
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Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan

Punjab government’s big gift for doctors before Raksha Bandhan

National Times Bureau :- In a major move to strengthen healthcare in border districts, the Punjab government has announced an additional monthly incentive of ₹40,000 for specialist doctors posted in these areas. This amount will be paid over and above their regular salary, starting immediately. Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh said that the decision aims to ensure better access to quality medical services for people living in remote border areas. To make this even more effective, doctors will now be allowed to opt for border area postings voluntarily. What Prompted This Move?Historically, doctors have been reluctant to serve in border…
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