Patiala

Patiala resident receives life-changing treatment for kidney stones under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana

Patiala resident receives life-changing treatment for kidney stones under Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): By the time the sun rose over Patiala, 46-year-old Sunita Rani had already been awake for hours. Sleep had become difficult. A dull ache gripped her lower back and travelled sharply through her side whenever she tried to stand straight. Her feet looked puffier each morning, and even walking to the kitchen felt exhausting. She would pause midway, pressing one hand against the wall and the other against her stomach, waiting for the stabbing discomfort to settle. In spite of the pain, Sunita continued managing her everyday responsibilities, hoping the problem would improve on its own. However,…
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Sehat Camp at Patiala’s RGMC expands healthcare coverage to members and staff

Sehat Camp at Patiala’s RGMC expands healthcare coverage to members and staff

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): A two-day Sehat camp held at Rajendra Gymkhana and Mahindra Club (RGMC), Patiala, on April 11 and 12 witnessed strong participation from members, their families and club staff as the Bhagwant Mann Government continues to expand healthcare access through the Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojana. The initiative reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that people across all backgrounds are secure before any medical emergency arises, with a clear focus on accessibility, inclusion, and preventive care. The camp, which began at 9 AM on both days, focused on spreading awareness about preventive health and registering members of the club…
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Punjab bomb threat: Several schools in Patiala receive bomb threats via email; probe launched, premises evacuated

Punjab bomb threat: Several schools in Patiala receive bomb threats via email; probe launched, premises evacuated

Gurpreet Singh :- Several schools in Punjab's Patiala district on Thursday received fresh bomb threats via email triggering immediate security response.  The email threatened to carry out a suicide bomb blast at Patiala schools and trains in Ferozepur. Soon after receiving the information, several teams of police officials along with bomb disposal squad reached the spot and launched investigation.  The premises were immediately evacuated and security agencies cordoned off the area.  The email was sent in the name of Khalistan National Army.
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Absconding Punjab MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Held in Patiala After Six-Month Manhunt

Absconding Punjab MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra Held in Patiala After Six-Month Manhunt

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant breakthrough, Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra has been arrested by the Punjab Police after remaining on the run for several months in connection with a rape case. The arrest was carried out in Patiala, where police teams tracked down the accused following a prolonged search operation. Pathanmajra had been declared a proclaimed offender by the court after repeatedly evading arrest since September last year. Officials said multiple charges, including rape, cheating and criminal intimidation, have been levelled against the legislator. A lookout circular had also been issued earlier to aid in locating him. Sources indicate that…
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Punjab Cop stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Patiala’s Nabha

Punjab Cop stabbed to death by unknown assailants in Patiala’s Nabha

National Times Bureau :- In another case of deteriorating law and order in the state, a Punjab Police head constable was allegedly attacked with sharp-edged weapon by unidentified assailants in Patiala's Nabha on Sunday evening.   The victim has been identified as Amandeep Singh, a head constable posted at Civil Lines in Patiala and a resident of Nabha. Kotwali Police Station in-charge Saurav Sabharwal said preliminary information indicates the attack followed a confrontation with the youths. He added that Singh’s brother is currently not in a condition to record a statement. The incident unfolded on Sunday evening around 8 pm when…
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Patiala: CBI raids property dealer’s house in connection with suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar case

Patiala: CBI raids property dealer’s house in connection with suspended DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar case

National Times Bureau :- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is carrying out a raid at the residence of Bhupinder Singh, owner of BH Properties, in Patiala in connection with the ongoing probe against suspended Ropar Range DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, who was earlier arrested in a bribery case. According to sources, the CBI team reached Bhupinder Singh’s residence early in the morning and conducted an extensive search operation, restricting entry and exit during the raid. Officials have not issued an official statement yet, but sources revealed that BH Properties’ name surfaced during Bhullar’s interrogation and from documents recovered during…
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Bus conductor dead; 12 injured as bus and truck collide head-on on Patiala’s Sirhind Road

Bus conductor dead; 12 injured as bus and truck collide head-on on Patiala’s Sirhind Road

National Times Bureau :- A tragic road accident on Sirhind Road in Patiala on Friday morning claimed one life and left 12 others injured after a PUNBUS bus and a truck collided head-on. According to the police, the accident took place when both vehicles were travelling at high speed. The impact was so severe that bus conductor Anmol Singh (45) died on the spot. Six of the injured were rushed to Rajindra Hospital, Patiala, while the remaining were taken to Manipal Hospital, Patiala, for treatment. Sources said several passengers suffered serious head injuries, and the condition of one person remains critical. Soon…
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Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

Patiala Teacher Suspended Following Medical Confirmation of Sexual Abuse of 8-Year-Old Girl

National Times Bureau :- A medical report has indicated that an eight-year-old student was subjected to repeated abuse, days after allegations surfaced against a physical education teacher at a school in SST Nagar. Police officials said after the medical findings, investigators have sent the accused teacher’s DNA sample for further examination. The FIR, registered on October 13, mentions that the student was allegedly harassed multiple times within the school premises. SP (City) Palwinder Cheema said a detailed investigation was underway under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. “The medical report has confirmed the abuse, and the accused…
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Patiala – Flood Threat Rises in Ghaggar River, Residents on Alert

Patiala – Flood Threat Rises in Ghaggar River, Residents on Alert

National Times Bureau :- The flood threat along the Ghaggar River near the Punjab–Haryana border has intensified as water levels continued to rise compared to the previous day. Officials stationed at the Harchandpura bridge, including Duty Officer and Block Development & Panchayat Officer Gurmeet Singh and Panchayat Officer Jatinder Singh, reported a 4–5 inch increase in the river’s level overnight. While the situation on the Punjab side remains under control, the river has started to swell at several points, raising concerns among residents. Moderate rainfall has been ongoing in the area since morning, adding to the tension.
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Patiala Administration Issues Safety Advisory Amid Rising Ghaggar Water Levels

Patiala Administration Issues Safety Advisory Amid Rising Ghaggar Water Levels

Patiala (Gurpreet Singh): The Patiala District Administration has issued an alert for villages situated along the Ghaggar River, after continuous rainfall in the catchment areas pushed water levels higher at Bhankharpur. Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution and avoid venturing near the riverbanks. According to an advisory released by SDM Rajpura, Avikesh Gupta, precautionary measures are especially advised for villagers in Untsar, Nanheri, Sanjarpur, Lachhru, Kamalpur, Rampur, Saunta, Maru and Chamaru. Residents can contact the flood control room in Rajpura at 01762-224132 for assistance or updates. In Dudhan Sadhan, SDM Kirpalveer Singh has cautioned people from Bhasmra and Jalahkhedi…
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