Jalandhar Archives - National Times

06 Oct

Clashes erupt during Durga Puja in Cuttack; internet shut and curfew imposed, VHP calls for Bandh

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National Times Bureau :- The Odisha government on Sunday night imposed prohibitory orders across 13 police station limits and suspended internet services in Cuttack after fresh clashes during a Durga idol immersion procession left 25 people injured, officials said. Additional Police Commissioner Narasingha Bhola stated that a prohibitory order under Section 163 of the BNSS, effectively a curfew, had been issued by the magistrate. “This order will be in effect from 10 pm Sunday until 10 am Monday (October 7). We will assess the situation further and take a decision accordingly. As of today, only emergency services are open. Government…

03 Sep

Jalandhar DC Warns Traders Against Hoarding and Overpricing Amid Flood Crisis

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabDc, Floods, Jalandhar, Punjab, Warning

National Times Bureau :- Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Agrawal has issued a stern warning to traders against hoarding essential commodities and overcharging consumers during the ongoing flood crisis in Punjab. He stated that reports have emerged of certain shopkeepers selling groceries, vegetables, fruits, and other necessities at inflated prices, taking undue advantage of the situation. Dr. Agrawal emphasized that the administration will take strict action against such profiteers and ensure the timely availability of essential goods at fair rates to the public. He directed the Food and Civil Supplies Department to keep a close watch on markets and conduct…

25 Aug

Big news – Ammonia Gas Leak at Jalandhar Surgical Complex; 30 Workers Feared Trapped

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAmonia, Big news, Gas leak, Jalandhar, Punjab, Top news

National Times Bureau :- A major incident was reported at a surgical complex in Jalandhar where an ammonia gas leak sparked panic late Sunday night. Initial reports suggest that nearly 30 workers may be trapped inside the facility as rescue operations continue. Authorities rushed to the spot after the leak was detected, with emergency teams working to contain the situation and evacuate those inside. Local administration and disaster response teams have been deployed to assess the impact and ensure the safety of the workers. Officials have yet to confirm the exact cause of the leak. However, the affected area has…

24 Aug

Major Crackdown on Power Theft in Jalandhar Circle: ₹8.53 Lakh Penalty Imposed on 33 Consumers

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, PunjabElectricity, Fines, Jalandhar, Powercom, Theft

National Times Bureau :- In a targeted drive against power theft, the Jalandhar Circle Electricity Department conducted a large-scale inspection across five divisions, penalizing 33 consumers for illegal electricity use and system misuse. 1,242 Connections Inspected, 33 Defaulters Fined Special checking teams inspected 1,242 electricity connections, identifying 33 cases involving direct theft, overloading, and unauthorized commercial use of domestic power connections. A cumulative fine of ₹8.53 lakh has been imposed on the defaulters. Direct Theft and Overload Cases Detected Out of the total, 13 cases were related to direct theft, resulting in a fine of ₹6.95 lakh. The remaining 20…

21 Aug

BJP Leaders KD Bhandari and Sushil Rinku Detained in Jalandhar Over Unauthorized Camp

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National Times Bureau :- Jalandhar Rural police on Thursday detained two BJP leaders, KD Bhandari and former MP Sushil Rinku, for allegedly planning to organize a public camp without prior permission from the administration. The detentions were carried out in Shahkot’s Rupewali area under the supervision of DSP Omkar Singh Brar. According to sources, the police received information about BJP leaders preparing to set up the camp, following which action was taken. BJP workers have begun gathering in protest after learning about the detentions. Recently, tensions have been brewing between the BJP and the Punjab government after the closure of…

19 Aug

Fatal Highway Collision: Three Dead as Bus Crashes Into Goods Carrier in Kapurthala

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingJalandhar, Kapurthala

Kapurthala (Gurpreet Singh): A horrific accident on the Kapurthala–Jalandhar highway claimed three lives on Tuesday morning after a bus, allegedly speeding on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with a goods carrier near Mand village. The goods vehicle was crushed in the impact, leaving its passengers fatally injured on the spot. The victims were identified as Ishwar Lal and Mukesh, vegetable traders from Kapurthala, and their driver Rakesh, all originally from Bihar. The trio was on its way to Jalandhar to procure fruits and vegetables when tragedy struck. Local Outrage Soon after the crash, residents and family members…

17 Aug

Kishtwar Cloudburst: Two Jalandhar Girls Among Missing, Families in Shock

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, TrendingJalandhar, Kishtwar, Punjab

Jalandhar/Kishtwar (National Times): The recent cloudburst in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar has left two families from Punjab in deep despair, as two young women from Jalandhar have gone missing in the tragedy. The missing girls have been identified as Vanshika (22) and her friend Disha, both hailing from the Sodal locality of Jalandhar. Vanshika had travelled with her family to her grandmother’s home in Jammu, accompanied by Disha. On the day of the incident, the two had visited the Machayal Mata temple with Vanshika’s family. While they were returning after offering prayers, the sudden cloudburst struck, and the girls were…

13 Aug

Jalandhar Police Bust Major Narcotics-Arms Smuggling Network, Five Arrested

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabarms smuggling, Heroin Seizure, Jalandhar, organized crime, Punjab Police

Jalandhar, August 13, 2025: In a significant breakthrough against drug trafficking and illegal arms operations, the Jalandhar Commissionerate Police has dismantled a multi-layered narcotics–arms smuggling network.According to DGP Punjab Police, five individuals were apprehended, and a total of 1.5 kg of heroin along with seven weapons were recovered from their possession. The operation is being hailed as a major blow to smuggling activities in the region.Police officials stated that the arrests have prevented further distribution of narcotics and curbed the circulation of illegal arms in Punjab. The success of the operation underscores the state police’s commitment to tackling organized crime…

08 Aug

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabImprovement trust, Jalandhar, Politics, Punjab, Top news

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…

08 Jul

Kabaddi Player Found Dead in Jalandhar Police Station Room, Body Lay Undiscovered for 3 Days

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Jalandhar (National Times): A chilling discovery at Shahkot police station in Punjab’s Jalandhar district has shocked the region after the decomposed body of 26-year-old kabaddi player Gurbhej Singh, popularly known as Bheja, was found in an upstairs room of the station. The body, believed to be nearly three days old, was discovered after a foul odour spread across the premises late Sunday night. Gurbhej, a resident of Bajwa Kalan village, was known both as a promising kabaddi player and a local bodybuilder. In recent months, he had been assisting at the police station, serving tea and performing other small duties.…