Punjab News

Chandigarh’s last sum, 36-year-old Shahpur Colony razed to the ground, 400 homes demolished

Chandigarh’s last sum, 36-year-old Shahpur Colony razed to the ground, 400 homes demolished

National Times Bureau :- The Chandigarh administration on Tuesday demolished UT's last remaining slum the Shahpur Colony in Sector 38 (West), paving way for the city to become the country’s first slum-free city. On Tuesday morning, a team of officials accompanied by heavy police force reached the site and demolished the houses in the colony with bulldozers. By around 8:30 a.m., most of the houses had been reduced to piles of sand, bricks, and rubble. Around 450 houses were demolished in the drive. However, four houses that had court-issued stay orders were spared. The action has sparked outrage among the…
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Mohali : Gym Owner Shot Multiple Times in Early Morning Attack, Admitted to Hospital

Mohali : Gym Owner Shot Multiple Times in Early Morning Attack, Admitted to Hospital

National Times Bureau :- A shocking attack took place in Mohali early Tuesday morning when unidentified assailants opened fire on a gym owner outside his establishment. The incident occurred around 5 am near Phase-2, leaving the victim critically injured. According to police reports, the attackers fled the scene immediately after the shooting. The gym owner was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Authorities reached the location soon after receiving information about the incident and have launched an investigation into the matter. Police are examining CCTV footage and gathering witness statements to trace the culprits. The motive behind the…
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Horrific Accident Near Dhanola: Young Driver Burned Alive as Car Plunges into Drain

Horrific Accident Near Dhanola: Young Driver Burned Alive as Car Plunges into Drain

National Times Bureau :- A tragic accident occurred near Dhanola town when a car lost control, fell into a roadside drain, and caught fire, leaving the driver charred to death. The victim, identified as Hani Singh, 23, son of Ram Singh from Sunam, was reportedly on his way to visit his sister when the incident happened. According to police, the Honda City lost control near Dangarh Road and plunged into the drain, igniting instantly. Bystanders alerted authorities and helped the fire brigade extinguish the flames. Hani Singh was declared dead at the scene and his body was sent to Barnala…
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Punjab Govt Cracks Down on Stubble Burning, FIRs Against 20 Farmers

Punjab Govt Cracks Down on Stubble Burning, FIRs Against 20 Farmers

National Times Bureau :- In response to a surge in stubble-burning incidents, the Punjab government has adopted a strict stance, initiating action against farmers found violating the ban. According to official data, FIRs have been registered against 20 farmers, and fines amounting to Rs 1.5 lakh have been imposed. Over the past eight days, authorities have recorded 70 cases of stubble burning. In addition, red entries have been made in land records of 16 farmers as a punitive measure. The crackdown follows the Supreme Court’s directive to take stringent action against stubble burning. However, officials note that many farmers, facing…
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Monsoon Withdraws from Punjab and Haryana, Light Rains to Continue in Uttarakhand

Monsoon Withdraws from Punjab and Haryana, Light Rains to Continue in Uttarakhand

National Times Bureau :- The monsoon has officially withdrawn from Punjab and Haryana, while its presence in Uttarakhand has weakened. Meteorologists expect the system to retreat from Uttarakhand within the next week. For now, only light rainfall is likely in the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Punjab received 48% above-average rainfall during this monsoon season. From June 1 to date, the state recorded 621.4 mm of rainfall, against the normal 420.9 mm. However, IMD has predicted dry conditions across Punjab for the next seven days, with a slight rise in daytime temperatures. While day temperatures are expected…
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11 Lakh People in Punjab May Lose Free Wheat Under New NFSA Rules

11 Lakh People in Punjab May Lose Free Wheat Under New NFSA Rules

National Times Bureau :-  As many as 11 lakh beneficiaries in Punjab are on the verge o getting deprived of the free wheat under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) after the Punjab government adopted the Centre’s criteria to exclude individual members of families from the scheme. The Punjab government has released a notification, listing the criteria for the inclusion and exclusion of beneficiaries. According to the scheme adopted by the Punjab government, 11 lakh beneficiaries stand to lose receiving free wheat under the NFSA. The notification, which is an amendment to the Punjab Food Security Rules, 2016, also states…
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Fire breaks out at Amritsar Civil Hospital, 15 children evacuated safely

Fire breaks out at Amritsar Civil Hospital, 15 children evacuated safely

National Times Bureau :- Panic struck Amritsar Civil Hospital on Monday morning after a sudden fire broke out in the blood bank area around 7.30 am. The blaze reportedly started in a refrigerator inside the blood bank, believed to have overheated and caught fire. The incident triggered chaos as the children’s ward was located adjacent to the blood bank. Hospital staff quickly responded, breaking glass windows to prevent smoke accumulation inside the building. Around 15 children from the ward were immediately evacuated and shifted to a safer location. Using fire extinguishers collected from different floors, the staff managed to control…
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China virus infestation worsens Punjab farmers crisis after devastating floods, Patiala farmers share their plight

China virus infestation worsens Punjab farmers crisis after devastating floods, Patiala farmers share their plight

National Times Bureau :- Punjab’s farmers are facing a double crisis. First, devastating floods destroyed fields, and now a crop disease locally called the “China virus” has spread across several districts. The outbreak has stunted growth and wiped out large portions of standing crops. In Patiala district’s Hardaspur village, farmers said they feel completely abandoned. One farmer shared that his entire crop on 10 acres of leased land has been lost to the disease. “There is no sign of officials or relief teams. We have been left on our own,” he said. Villagers added that hundreds of acres across Punjab…
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Chandigarh Hosts ‘Namo Yuva Run’ to Promote Fitness and Drug-Free India

Chandigarh Hosts ‘Namo Yuva Run’ to Promote Fitness and Drug-Free India

National Times Bureau :- Chandigarh witnessed the grand launch of the ‘Namo Yuva Run’, flagged off by Rajya Sabha MP Satnam Singh Sandhu, as part of efforts to promote a drug-free India. The event saw massive participation from students, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and fitness icons, reflecting the growing momentum of youth engagement in health and wellness initiatives. Special Appearance by Olympian Babita PhogatOlympic wrestler and Arjuna Awardee Babita Phogat made a special appearance at the event, inspiring participants with her achievements. The run was organized under the ‘Seva Pakhwada’ initiative, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday celebrations. Route…
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Ludhiana Police Recover Kidnapped Toddler, Woman Taken Into Custody

Ludhiana Police Recover Kidnapped Toddler, Woman Taken Into Custody

National Times Bureau :- A one-year-old toddler, who was kidnapped from Ludhiana Railway Station two days ago, has been safely recovered from Giaspura, police said. A woman identified as Anita has been arrested in connection with the case, along with a young man who, according to initial investigations, is the child’s foster brother. During interrogation, the woman revealed that her previous child had died, which left her distressed for a long time. She said that upon seeing the toddler playing, she decided to take the child home to raise him. She also mentioned that she was planning to take the…
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