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

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, Trending,
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…
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Kishtwar Cloudburst: Two Jalandhar Girls Among Missing, Families in Shock
17 Aug

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, Punjab, Trending, ,
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…
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Jalandhar Police Bust Major Narcotics-Arms Smuggling Network, Five Arrested
13 Aug

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
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…
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Improvement Trust Chairperson Removed Within 6 Months, Ramneek Singh Lucky Randhawa Appointed
08 Aug

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , ,
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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Kabaddi Player Found Dead in Jalandhar Police Station Room, Body Lay Undiscovered for 3 Days
08 Jul

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

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab,
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.…
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Restrictive Orders Withdrawn in Jalandhar, Normalcy to Resume
10 May

Restrictive Orders Withdrawn in Jalandhar, Normalcy to Resume

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, ,
New Delhi, Mat 10, 2025: All restrictive orders in Jalandhar district have been officially withdrawn, signaling a return to normalcy. The announcement came from the Deputy Commissioner, who thanked citizens for their cooperation during the enforcement period.With the lifting of these restrictions, regular activities across the district are set to resume. The administration has not specified the reason for the initial imposition or withdrawal, but the update is being seen as a positive step toward restoring routine civic life.The Deputy Commissioner concluded with a note of gratitude: “Thanks for all your support.”
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Punjab Launches ₹140 Crore World-Class Street Development Project
15 Mar

Punjab Launches ₹140 Crore World-Class Street Development Project

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, , , , ,
Chandigarh, March 15, 2025 – Punjab is set to undergo a major urban transformation with a ₹140 crore project to develop world-class streets in Amritsar, Ludhiana, and Jalandhar. Announcing the initiative, Punjab Finance Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema said the project will reshape 42 kilometers of key streets, improving infrastructure, traffic flow, and aesthetics.Cheema unveiled the plan during a press conference at Punjab Bhawan, calling it a "historic first" for Punjab. He said the project’s success would determine its expansion to other cities across the state. "This initiative will redefine Punjab’s urban streetscape and bring it to global standards," he…
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