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03 Aug

Heavy Vehicles Barred on Airport Road During Peak Hours From August 4

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingMohali

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a major relief for office-goers, the Mohali administration has announced restrictions on the movement of heavy vehicles on Airport Road during peak hours. Starting Monday, August 4, heavy vehicles will be prohibited from entering the 18-km stretch between 8 am and 11 am, and again from 5 pm to 8 pm. The restriction will apply to all heavy vehicles, including construction equipment carriers and multi-axle lorries. However, emergency vehicles such as ambulances, fire tenders, police vehicles, disaster response units, and trucks carrying essential goods like milk, water, or medicines will be exempted. Why the Ban? The…

02 Jun

Property of Drug Smugglers Seized by Mohali Police in Yudh Nashian Virudh

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali, Punjab, Yudh Nashian Virudh

Chandigarh (National Times): The state-wide campaign "Yudh Nashian Virudh" was launched by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav to eliminate the drug menace from the state, District SAS Nagar Police acting on the directions of Harcharan Singh Bhullar, IPS, DIG Ropar Range, has seized/frozen the property of two drug smugglers of Lalru area in the jurisdiction of police station Lalru Distt SAS Nagar, U/s 68F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act 1985 (NDPS) A), as proceeds of drug trafficking, said Sh. Harmandeep Hans, IPS, SSP, SAS Nagar. Divulging the details, the SSP stated that…

30 May

Mohali Police Busts IPL Ticket Blackmarketing Racket, Arrests Three Accused

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabIPL, Mohali

SAS Nagar (National Times): Mohali Police have successfully busted a black market racket involving the illegal sale of IPL tickets at inflated prices. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the case.The accused have been identified as Naveen s/o Madan Lal r/o House No. 324/2, Railway Road PS Patiala Chowk, Jind, Haryana, Darpan s/o Naresh Kumar r/o RZ Street No 6, Near Radha Krishan Mandir, New Delhi and Parharsh Anurag s/o Shankar Kumar r/o Flat No 184 Pocket 1, Sec 9, Dwaraka, New Delhi.Providing further details, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Harmandeep Singh Hans, stated that FIR No. 91…

22 May

Punjab Govt Transfers 10 Villages from Patiala to Mohali District

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali, Patiala, Punjab

Chandigarh (National Times): In a significant administrative decision, the Punjab Government has issued a notification transferring 10 villages from Patiala district to SAS Nagar (Mohali) district. The move, effective immediately upon publication in the Official Gazette, was announced through a notification dated May 20, 2025, by the Department of Revenue, Rehabilitation, and Disaster Management. The villages affected include Manakpur (H.B. No. 272), Khera Gajju (H.B. No. 269), Urna (H.B. No. 2), Changera (H.B. No. 243), Ucha Khera (H.B. No. 271), Gurditpura (H.B. No. 268), Hadayatpura (H.B. No. 270), and Lehlan (H.B. No. 267). These villages have been transferred from the…

15 May

Heatwave Alert in Mohali: Health Department Lists Do’s and Don’ts to Stay Safe

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali

Mohali (National Times): In response to the sweltering conditions affecting the region, the Mohali District Health Department has issued a public advisory outlining steps for residents to protect themselves from the extreme heat. According to Civil Surgeon Dr. Sangeeta Jain, the current weather poses a heightened risk of heatstroke, dehydration, and other health complications, particularly for high-risk groups. “Extreme temperatures are most dangerous for young children, elderly citizens, outdoor workers, and individuals with health conditions like heart disease and hypertension,” she stated. Dr. Anamika Soni, the District Epidemiologist, stressed that the body’s ability to regulate temperature can be impaired during…

22 Mar

Punjab Vigilance Bureau Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations in Kharar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabfood safety, Kharar, Mohali, Punjab Vigilance Bureau

Chandigarh, March 22, 2025 – In a bid to safeguard public health and enforce strict food safety regulations, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB), under the directives of the Punjab Government, launched a joint inspection drive in Kharar, Mohali district.An official spokesperson revealed that the operation was led by the VB Unit Mohali and the Food Safety Wing Mohali, under the supervision of the District Health Officer. The surprise inspections targeted food manufacturing units, vending stalls, restaurants, and hotels to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards.During the operation, five premises were inspected, resulting in the issuance of one unhygienic challan…

19 Mar

Punjab Police Detain Farmer Leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Singh Pandher in Mohali

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabfarmer leaders detained, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Mohali, Punjab Police, Sarwan Singh Pandher

Mohali, March 19, 2025 — In a significant development, Punjab Police detained prominent farmer leaders Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Singh Pandher in Mohali on Wednesday. The detentions occurred as the leaders were returning from a meeting with the Central Government, sparking concerns among farmer organizations. The exact reasons for the detentions remain undisclosed, leading to widespread speculation and unrest among the farming community. Farmer groups have condemned the move, alleging it as an attempt to suppress their ongoing agitation. This incident is not isolated. In November 2024, Dallewal was detained ahead of a planned hunger strike advocating for a…

11 Mar

President Droupadi Murmu Praises Punjab’s Legacy at Civic Reception in Mohali

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabcivic reception, Green Revolution, Mohali, President Droupadi Murmu, Punjab

Mohali, March 11, 2025 – President Droupadi Murmu attended a civic reception hosted by the Government of Punjab in Mohali today. In her address, she highlighted Punjab’s rich legacy of sacrifice, service, and progress, calling it a land of martyrs and revolutionaries. Tribute to Punjab’s Heritage President Murmu praised Punjab’s pivotal role in India's freedom struggle. She said that with the inspiration of the Gurus, the state has produced heroes who have shaped the nation’s history through courage and sacrifice.She also acknowledged Punjab's tradition of seva (selfless service), noting how the langar in Gurdwaras worldwide remains open to all without…

01 Mar

Punjab Police Arrests Gangster Maxi After Fierce Encounter in Mohali

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali, Punjab News, Punjab Police, Tarn Taran

Mohali (National Times) – In a high-intensity encounter, Punjab’s Anti-Gangster Task Force (AGTF), along with Mohali Police, successfully apprehended gangster Malkiat alias Maxi, a key operative of Goldy Brar and Goldy Dhillon. The operation took place near Ghaggar bridge on the Zirakpur-Ambala Highway, SAS Nagar, following a brief exchange of fire, as confirmed by DGP Gaurav Yadav. Encounter and Arrest Details According to police sources, Maxi opened fire on the police team in an attempt to flee. The police, acting in self-defense, returned fire, resulting in Maxi sustaining a gunshot wound to his left leg. He was immediately transported to…

28 Feb

Municipal Corporation Mohali Office to Remain Open on Weekends for Property Tax Collection

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabMohali, Municipal corporation, SAS Nagar

SAS Nagar, February 28, 2025: The Municipal Corporation Mohali office will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM throughout the month of March for the collection of property tax, informed Commissioner Sh. Parminder Pal Singh. Making appeal to the Residents to take advantage of the extended hours to complete their property tax payments, he said the initiative aims to provide convenience and facilitate timely payments. For further information, residents may contact the Municipal Corporation office.