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12 Dec

Tarn Taran Tragedy : Friend Shoots Friend, Then Dies by Suicide!

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National Times Bureau :- Tension gripped Banwalipur village in Tarn Taran after a heated argument between two friends took a violent turn, leaving one of them seriously injured. According to local sources, the quarrel escalated so quickly that one youth allegedly attacked his friend with a sharp-edged weapon, inflicting three deep stab wounds. Residents rushed to the scene after hearing cries for help and immediately shifted the injured youth to a nearby hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment. Doctors have described his condition as serious but stable. Police reached the village shortly after the incident and began an investigation.…

11 Dec

Punjab Braces for Dense Fog From Tomorrow; Yellow Alert Issued, Commuters Likely to Face Major Disruptions

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National Times Bureau :- With cold-wave conditions tightening their grip across Punjab, the Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert, warning of dense fog from December 12 to 14. The drop in wind speed to around 5–7 km/h during the night has intensified the chill, further setting the stage for reduced visibility in several districts. Faridkot recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 4.5°C, making it the coldest location in the state. Night temperatures in other districts also remained significantly low, with Bathinda at 5.2°C, Hoshiarpur at 5.3°C, Gurdaspur at 6.0°C, Pathankot at 6.5°C, SBS Nagar at 7.0°C, Ropar at 7.6°C,…

10 Dec

Punjab Farmers’ Unions Announce Major Protest on December 17–18 Against Prepaid Electricity Meters

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National Times Bureau :- The ongoing dispute over prepaid electricity meters in Punjab is set to intensify, as the Kisan-Mazdoor Morcha has announced a major state-wide protest on December 17 and 18. According to Sarvan Singh, a senior leader of the Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee, the government’s move to impose prepaid meters has triggered widespread concern among farmers and labourers who believe the system will place an unfair financial burden on rural households. Farmer leaders argue that prepaid meters will push already-struggling rural families into deeper hardship, as they would be forced to pay in advance for electricity that is…

10 Dec

Patiala SSP Varun Sharma sent on leave amid viral audio-clip controversy: Sources

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National Times Bureau :- Ahead of the zila parishad and panchayat samiti polls on December 14, Patiala SSP Varun Sharma has been sent on one-week leave amid controversy surrounding alleged viral audio-clip. Sources in the police department confirmed that SSP Sharma went on a week’s leave on Tuesday evening. Meanwhile, Sangrur SSP Sartaj Chahal has been given additional charge. The action comes just before the High Court hearing, which on Monday told the state election commission to speed up its investigation into the audio clip released last week by SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal. The clip allegedly features SSP Sharma…

10 Dec

Mann Government’s Historic Sanitation Worker Approval After 35 Years

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National Times Bureau :- The Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab has made a historic decision by approving the recruitment of 1,196 sanitation workers for Jalandhar Municipal Corporation. This approval comes after a long wait of 35 years and represents a significant achievement for the city’s sanitation system. Under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s leadership, this initiative by the Punjab government is an excellent example of people-centered governance, committed to solving the basic problems of citizens. This historic decision is expected to bring revolutionary changes to Jalandhar’s sanitation management system. The Municipal Corporation, which has been struggling with a shortage…

08 Dec

Cold Wave Persists in Punjab Despite Slight Rise in Temperature

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab and Chandigarh continue to reel under cold conditions despite a slight rise in temperature. According to the Meteorological Department, the region recorded an average increase of 0.4°C in minimum temperatures, bringing them closer to normal levels, yet offering no real relief from the prevailing chill. Weather officials have predicted dry conditions across Punjab until December 13, with no rainfall expected during this period. Adampur remained the coldest location in the state, registering a minimum temperature of 2.6°C, while several other districts also reported temperatures significantly below the seasonal average. Authorities have advised residents to take…

07 Dec

VIP Lane Chaos at Ludhiana’s Laddowal Toll Plaza: Gunfire Erupts, Staff Flee for Safety

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National Times Bureau :- Chaos erupted at Punjab’s costliest toll plaza, Laddowal, late last night when a group of drivers attempting to bypass the toll via the VIP lane opened fire on the toll staff. The sudden attack caused panic, forcing toll employees to scatter in all directions to save their lives. Details from Toll ManagementToll Plaza Manager Vipin Rai stated that around 10 PM, several young drivers approaching from Ludhiana tried to cross the VIP lane without paying the required toll. When the toll staff intervened to stop them, the drivers reportedly fired gunshots at the plaza. In addition…

07 Dec

Akali Leaders Record Statements as SIT Probes Viral Patiala Audio Case

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National Times Bureau :- Leaders of the Shiromani Akali Dal today appeared at the Punjab Police Headquarters to record their statements in connection with the viral Patiala audio controversy. Advocates Arshdeep Singh Klar, Damanjeet Singh Sobti, and Jaspreet Singh Brar visited the headquarters following a summons from the Special Investigation Team (SIT), set up under the supervision of ADGP SPS Parmar to look into the matter. The audio clip, which recently sparked significant political debate in the state, is now under intensified investigation. The police have called the Akali leaders to provide their accounts as part of the ongoing probe,…

06 Dec

Punjab Unveils Major Prison Reform: 11 New ITIs to Be Set Up Inside Jails to Boost Skill Development

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National Times Bureau :- In a landmark move aimed at transforming Punjab’s correctional system, the state government—along with the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Department of Prisons, and the Department of Technical Education—will launch a major rehabilitation initiative titled “Transforming Lives Behind Bars: A New Vision for Restorative Justice” on December 6, 2025, at Central Jail, Patiala. The programme will be inaugurated by the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, in the presence of judges from the Supreme Court and High Court, along with senior government officials. The initiative seeks to convert Punjab’s prisons into centres of learning…

06 Dec

Punjab to Introduce Nutrition Gardens in Schools; Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Be Added to Mid-Day Meals

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National Times Bureau :- At the ongoing 19th Punjab International Trade Expo in Amritsar, a significant announcement was made regarding the future of school nutrition in the state. During a special conference on “Agriculture, Nutrition and Wellness Integration,” Punjab State Food Commission Chairman B.M. Sharma revealed that nutrition gardens will soon be established in government schools across Punjab. Sharma said that the initiative aims to strengthen the Mid-Day Meal programme by ensuring the availability of fresh, chemical-free fruits and vegetables for students. He added that locally grown produce will not only improve the nutritional value of school meals but also…