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MLA Kulwant Singh Flags Off Relief Trucks for Punjab Flood Victims, Urges PM for Additional Grant

MLA Kulwant Singh Flags Off Relief Trucks for Punjab Flood Victims, Urges PM for Additional Grant

Mohali, September 18: MLA Kulwant Singh today flagged off vehicles loaded with relief material, including 500 cots, mattresses, pillows, and bedding, for families affected by floods in Punjab. Speaking to reporters at his Sector-79 office, he stressed that ration, daily essentials, and proper rehabilitation arrangements must continue for flood victims with everyone fulfilling their responsibility.Singh said nearly 2,300 villages and around five lakh acres of farmland in Punjab had been submerged, destroying homes, livestock, and livelihoods. “Punjabis are known for their resilience. Even in such testing times, people from across India and abroad are contributing relief materials according to the…
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Mohali Hospital Birth Dispute Sparks Controversy, DNA Test Ordered to Establish Parentage

Mohali Hospital Birth Dispute Sparks Controversy, DNA Test Ordered to Establish Parentage

National Times Bureau :- A major controversy has erupted in Mohali after a dispute arose regarding the identity of a newborn delivered at a local hospital. The case has not only shocked the family involved but has also raised serious concerns about hospital management and the protocols followed during childbirth. According to reports, the family alleged that there was confusion over the parentage of the child soon after delivery. Suspecting foul play or negligence, they demanded a thorough investigation into the matter. The hospital authorities, while denying any wrongdoing, agreed that a DNA test would be the most appropriate method…
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Terror Module With JeM Links Exposed in Mohali, Three Held in Cab Driver’s Killing

Terror Module With JeM Links Exposed in Mohali, Three Held in Cab Driver’s Killing

Mohali (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Police scored a major success against terrorism after unearthing a Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) module in Mohali. Three men from Jammu and Kashmir have been taken into custody for their role in the abduction and murder of local taxi driver Anil Kumar.The breakthrough came after Kumar’s vehicle was forcibly taken when he was hired for a ride from Kharar. Soon after, his phone went silent, raising red flags. Police swung into action, forming multiple teams to track the culprits. Within hours, all three accused were arrested.During questioning, the suspects revealed they shot the driver following an argument and…
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Teacher Dies in Tragic Accident at Mohali Cow Shelter

Teacher Dies in Tragic Accident at Mohali Cow Shelter

National Times Bureau :- A tragic accident occurred at a cow shelter in Phase 1, Mohali, where a 51-year-old woman lost her life after her dupatta got entangled in a fodder-cutting machine. The deceased has been identified as Amandeep Kaur, a school teacher from Kharar and cousin of Cyber Crime DSP Rupinder Kaur Sohi. According to initial investigations, negligence is being cited as a possible cause. Kaur was feeding cattle when her dupatta got caught in the machine, pulling her in and causing fatal injuries. She was rushed to a nearby hospital but was declared dead on arrival. Her body…
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Heavy Vehicles Barred on Airport Road During Peak Hours From August 4

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

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

Property of Drug Smugglers Seized by Mohali Police in 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…
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Mohali Police Busts IPL Ticket Blackmarketing Racket, Arrests Three Accused

Mohali Police Busts IPL Ticket Blackmarketing Racket, Arrests Three Accused

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…
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Punjab Govt Transfers 10 Villages from Patiala to Mohali District

Punjab Govt Transfers 10 Villages from Patiala to Mohali District

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

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

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…
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Punjab Vigilance Bureau Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations in Kharar

Punjab Vigilance Bureau Cracks Down on Food Safety Violations in Kharar

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…
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