Amritsar

Constable Found Dead in Vehicle Near 9th Battalion Office in Amritsar; Police Probe Underway

Constable Found Dead in Vehicle Near 9th Battalion Office in Amritsar; Police Probe Underway

National Times Bureau :- A wave of panic swept through Amritsar when the body of a Punjab Police constable was discovered inside a vehicle parked outside the 9th Battalion office. The deceased, identified as 25-year-old Gurkirat Singh from Umrawal village in Gurdaspur district, had sustained a gunshot wound. According to ACP Dr. Sheetal Singh, Gurkirat Singh, who joined the police force in 2018, had recently returned from Amarnath Yatra law and order duty in Pathankot and had brought his weapon to Patiala for maintenance. Police rushed to the spot after receiving information and have called in a forensic team to…
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Amritsar: Farmer Leader Mangal Singh Dies While Assisting Flood Victims

Amritsar: Farmer Leader Mangal Singh Dies While Assisting Flood Victims

National Times Bureau :- In a tragic incident near Sohian Kalan village, Ramdas area of Amritsar, prominent farmer leader Mangal Singh (50), associated with the Punjab Kot Budha Farmers’ Committee, lost his life while helping flood-affected residents. According to reports, Singh was returning after providing aid and relief to families impacted by the ongoing floods when the fatal incident occurred. Local police and rescue teams quickly reached the spot, assessed the situation, and transported his body to the hospital for further procedures. The unfortunate death of Singh has left the local community and fellow farmers in shock. Residents and members…
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Amritsar DC Sakshi Sahni Announces Deployment of Technical Teams to Inspect Flood-Hit Homes

Amritsar DC Sakshi Sahni Announces Deployment of Technical Teams to Inspect Flood-Hit Homes

National Times Bureau :- Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni has announced that technical teams from the Public Works Department will be deployed to assess the structural safety of homes in flood-affected areas. The move comes as water levels begin to recede in several villages, raising concerns about the stability of damaged structures. Sahni said the initiative aims to prevent any loss of life due to weakened buildings. Authorities have urged residents to cooperate with the inspection teams and avoid entering homes deemed unsafe until clearance is granted.
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Punjab Rain – Century-Old Building Collapses in Amritsar, Major Tragedy Averted

Punjab Rain – Century-Old Building Collapses in Amritsar, Major Tragedy Averted

National Times Bureau :- A 100-year-old abandoned building collapsed late at night in the Suniare Wala Khoo area of Amritsar, narrowly avoiding what could have been a major tragedy. The structure, which had been lying vacant for the past 15 years, crumbled suddenly, but no casualties were reported. Local residents voiced strong resentment, stating that if the incident had occurred during the day, it could have resulted in significant loss of life, as two schools and a government hospital are located in close proximity, where heavy public movement is common. According to the building owner, an ongoing property dispute had…
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18-Year-Old Migrant Girl Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances in Amritsar

18-Year-Old Migrant Girl Found Dead Under Suspicious Circumstances in Amritsar

National Times Bureau :- A shocking incident has emerged from Amritsar, where an 18-year-old migrant girl, identified as Geeta, was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a private residence where she had been working for the past two years. The incident has sparked outrage among her family members, who suspect foul play. According to the family, they received information about the tragic incident and rushed to the spot immediately. They alleged that the girl’s hands and feet bore burn marks, leading them to suspect that she might have been electrocuted before being hanged. Following the incident, the victim’s family staged…
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Akali Dal President Giani Harpreet Singh Apologizes for Controversial Remark

Akali Dal President Giani Harpreet Singh Apologizes for Controversial Remark

National Times Bureau :- Newly appointed Akali Dal president and former Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh has issued an apology for a recent comment in which he used the example of a tailor, leading to discontent among members of the All India Kshatriya Tank Association. Speaking on social media, Singh said that representatives including Niranjan Singh Rakhra from Sri Muktsar Sahib, Hardeep Singh from Bathinda, and regional president Jagdeep Singh had met him to express their displeasure over his statement made in Amritsar Sahib. He stated, “If any words spoken by me have hurt anyone’s sentiments, I deeply regret it. I…
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Amritsar – Gangster Injured in Police Encounter at Makboolpura, Pistol Recovered

Amritsar – Gangster Injured in Police Encounter at Makboolpura, Pistol Recovered

National Times Bureau :- A gangster was injured in a police encounter at Makboolpura on Tuesday after he allegedly opened fire during a raid. According to police, the operation was carried out following a tip-off about illegal weapons in the area. During the search, the suspect tried to escape and fired at the police team. In retaliation, the police fired back, leaving him injured. A pistol was recovered from his possession. The injured gangster was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police officials said further investigation is underway to trace his links with other criminal networks.
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Giani Harpreet Singh Visits Veteran Akali Leader, Vows to Strengthen SAD

Giani Harpreet Singh Visits Veteran Akali Leader, Vows to Strengthen SAD

National Times Bureau :- Newly appointed president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Giani Harpreet Singh, on Monday visited the residence of senior Akali leader Dr. Rattan Singh Ajnala in Majha. Addressing a large gathering there, he called upon people to unite and work towards rebuilding and strengthening the party. Singh expressed gratitude to Dr. Ajnala for his long-standing commitment to the Akali Dal and said that all veteran Akali families who once contributed to the party’s rise would be brought back into its fold.“I am not here to become a sarpanch, MLA, or chief minister. My only mission is…
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Rising Water Level in Ravi River: DC Sakshi Sahni Conducts On-Site Inspection

Rising Water Level in Ravi River: DC Sakshi Sahni Conducts On-Site Inspection

National Times Bureau :- With the water level of the Ravi River continuing to rise, Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni visited the site on Sunday to assess the situation. The DC reviewed precautionary measures being taken by the administration and directed officials to remain on high alert. She emphasized ensuring the safety of residents in low-lying areas and ordered the disaster management teams to be prepared for any emergency. The district administration has also appealed to people living near the riverbanks to stay vigilant and follow advisories issued from time to time.
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Bomb Threat on Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express Sparks Panic…..

Bomb Threat on Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express Sparks Panic…..

National Times Bureau :- Independence Day celebrations across the nation took an alarming turn when a bomb threat was reported on the Amritsar–Delhi Shatabdi Express. The train, which departed from Amritsar in the morning, was halted at Ambala station after authorities received the alert. Security Forces on High AlertFollowing the emergency stop, passengers were safely evacuated, and security agencies immediately began a thorough search of the train and passengers. The situation created a wave of fear and tension among travelers. Bomb disposal squads have been deployed, and the investigation is currently underway. Administration Urges CalmThe government and railway authorities have…
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