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Punjab’s Land Pooling Policy Temporarily Halted by High Court
06 Aug

Punjab’s Land Pooling Policy Temporarily Halted by High Court

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, Trending,
Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued an interim stay on the state’s contentious Land Pooling Policy, delaying its implementation until the next hearing, which is scheduled for August 7. The order was passed in response to a petition filed by Advocate Gurdeep Singh Fagla, representing a group of farmers and landowners. The petition contends that the state government’s policy is arbitrary and infringes upon the rights guaranteed under the Land Acquisition Act, 2013. This ruling has now heightened attention on the upcoming court session, which is expected to play a decisive role in determining the…
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Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami
06 Aug

Govt Should Grant Gurpreet Kaur a Special Chance After Missing Exam Due to Officials’ Misconduct: Advocate Dhami

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- The Shromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President, Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured Gurpreet Kaur, a young Sikh woman, for firmly standing by her Sikh identity during a recent incident in Rajasthan. Gurpreet Kaur was reportedly stopped from appearing in a judicial service examination in Rajasthan after she refused to remove her kirpan and kara two of the five sacred (Kakaars) of faith worn by Amritdhari Sikhs. The exam authorities allegedly asked her to remove them before entering the venue, but she declined, citing the Sikh Rehat Maryada (Code of Conduct). As a result, she was denied…
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Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day
06 Aug

Dry Day Declared in Malerkotla on August 15 for Independence Day

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
National Times Bureau :- District Magistrate Viraj S. Tidke has declared August 15 as a Dry Day in Malerkotla in view of Independence Day celebrations. No sale or serving of alcohol will be allowed in hotels, liquor shops, clubs, restaurants, or any other public or private places on this day. The order bans the sale, distribution, or serving of liquor or similar intoxicating substances in any form. Even establishments with valid licenses to store or serve alcohol will not be allowed to do so on August 15. The administration noted that Independence Day is celebrated across the country with great…
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PGI Chandigarh’s Advanced Neuro Science Centre Likely to Open by November
06 Aug

PGI Chandigarh’s Advanced Neuro Science Centre Likely to Open by November

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
National Times Bureau :- The state-of-the-art Neuro Science Centre being built at PGIMER Chandigarh is expected to be operational for patients by November 2025. In case the full facility cannot be opened on time, PGI officials have confirmed that OPD services will begin in the new building itself. Deputy Director Dr. Pankaj Rai said the construction work is in its final stage. However, some delay is being caused due to technical challenges in procuring advanced medical equipment. He added that PGI is committed to offering modern and improved treatment to patients, which is why AI-based medical machines are being procured.…
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Majithia’s Bail Verdict Deferred Again, Next Hearing Scheduled for August 7
06 Aug

Majithia’s Bail Verdict Deferred Again, Next Hearing Scheduled for August 7

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Mohali — Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia, currently in jail over a disproportionate assets case, will remain behind bars for now as a Mohali court on Tuesday postponed its ruling on his bail plea.This marks the sixth time Majithia has approached the court seeking bail, but once again, no immediate relief was granted. The court has listed the matter for further hearing on Wednesday, August 7, when a decision is expected.Majithia, a prominent political figure in Punjab, has been in judicial custody for several months. Alongside his bail plea, he has also filed a request for a change…
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Youth Shot Near Tara Wala Pul in Amritsar, Admitted in Critical Condition
06 Aug

Youth Shot Near Tara Wala Pul in Amritsar, Admitted in Critical Condition

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , , ,
National Times Bureau :- A shooting incident was reported on Monday evening near the Tara Wala Pul area of Amritsar, where a young man identified as Armaan Sood, a resident of Jhabal, sustained a gunshot injury. The victim was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. His condition is said to be critical, and hospital authorities have restricted visitor access. Speaking to the media, ACP Pravesh Chopra confirmed that police received information about a youth from Jhabal being shot near Tara Wala Pul. Preliminary reports suggest that Armaan had travelled to Amritsar for personal reasons…
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Akal Takht Sahib Announces Religious Punishment For Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains Over Religious Sentiment Controversy
06 Aug

Akal Takht Sahib Announces Religious Punishment For Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains Over Religious Sentiment Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, Trending, ,
Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains appeared before Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Tuesday to express regret over the recent controversy surrounding a government-organized event in Srinagar commemorating the martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The controversy stemmed from cultural performances, including Bhangra, that took place during the tribute event. The presence of folk music and dance in a program meant to honour the Sikh Guru drew widespread criticism from Sikh bodies and religious scholars for undermining the solemnity of the occasion. Minister Bains acknowledged his lapse in judgment and admitted that he was present when…
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Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains Appears Before Sri Akal Takht Sahib
06 Aug

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Bains Appears Before Sri Akal Takht Sahib

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending
Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains arrived in Amritsar this morning and appeared before Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the highest temporal authority of the Sikhs. Before making his way to the Takht, the minister also visited Gurdwara Guru Ka Mahal and offered prayers. As per tradition, Minister Bains was seen walking barefoot along the historic Heritage Street toward Sri Darbar Sahib, reflecting a sense of humility and devotion. His appearance comes in response to a summons issued by Sri Akal Takht Sahib, following a recent controversy involving a religious event organized by the state’s Language Department. The…
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Harbhajan Mann Survives Major Car Crash Near Kurukshetra, Escapes with Minor Injuries
05 Aug

Harbhajan Mann Survives Major Car Crash Near Kurukshetra, Escapes with Minor Injuries

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , ,
Kurukshetra — Punjabi singer Harbhajan Mann had a narrow escape after his car met with an accident late Sunday night near the Pipli flyover on National Highway 44 in Kurukshetra, Haryana. The singer was reportedly returning to Chandigarh from Delhi after a live performance when the incident occurred.As per eyewitness accounts and initial reports, Mann’s vehicle lost control near the flyover and rammed into a divider, flipping over due to the impact. The accident happened shortly after midnight. Despite the severity of the crash, Mann did not suffer serious injuries.At the time of the accident, the singer was accompanied by…
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Bathinda’s Tanishka Becomes Youngest FIDE-Rated Female Chess Player from Punjab
05 Aug

Bathinda’s Tanishka Becomes Youngest FIDE-Rated Female Chess Player from Punjab

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Sports, , , ,
Bathinda, August 5, 2025 — Eight-year-old Tanishka from Bathinda has created history by becoming the youngest female from Punjab to earn an international FIDE chess rating. She achieved this significant milestone during the National Chess Tournament (Under-9 category) held in Gurugram last month.The official ratings were released in early August by FIDE (Fédération Internationale des Échecs), the international governing body of chess, following their standard global update cycle.Previously, Tanvir Kaur Khinda held the record as Punjab’s youngest FIDE-rated female player at just over nine years old. Tanishka has now broken that record at eight years and four months.To earn an…
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