Punjab News

sees sharp rise in stubble burning cases AQI reaches alarming 439 in Jalandhar

sees sharp rise in stubble burning cases AQI reaches alarming 439 in Jalandhar

National Times Bureau :- Punjab witnessed a fresh surge in stubble burning incidents on Sunday, with 122 new cases taking the total count to 743 across the state this season. The spike has raised concerns among environmental authorities as the air quality in several districts continues to worsen. Tarn Taran remained the worst-affected district, reporting 224 incidents of stubble burning, followed by Amritsar, which has so far recorded 154 such cases. In the past six days alone, 328 new farm fire cases have been reported, signalling that the problem is intensifying as paddy harvesting gains pace. The rise in farm…
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Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom: PU denies permission to hold seminar, claims student body; SGPC flays refusal

Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom: PU denies permission to hold seminar, claims student body; SGPC flays refusal

National Times Bureau :- Uncertainty prevails over holding a special seminar to commemorate Guru Teg Bahadur’s 350th martyrdom at Panjab University. While the students have claimed that the university denied permission, the university has maintained that the procedure seeking approval was not followed. The university authorities, meanwhile, said the organisers had been told to submit the necessary documents and no “refusal” had been given on record by any university officials. “As per the rules, if a person is invited to any seminar his/her CV gets attached with the request, citing his/her contribution towards the topic. It has been cross-checked with…
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Young Man Dies in Police Custody at Sultanpur Lodhi; Family Alleges Brutality

Young Man Dies in Police Custody at Sultanpur Lodhi; Family Alleges Brutality

National Times Bureau :- A shocking incident has rattled the town as a young man, identified as Veerpal, died while in police custody. Veerpal had been taken into custody a few days ago in connection with a murder investigation in Masitaan village. Family Accuses Police of BrutalityVeerpal’s family has lodged serious allegations against the police, claiming that he was subjected to physical abuse during detention. The family alleges that Veerpal was beaten mercilessly and even stripped, adding that the police themselves provided him contraband, raising questions over the circumstances of his death. Connection with Previous Death in Masitaan VillageThe incident…
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Punjab government made history: gave 54,422 government and 4.5 Lakh private jobs without recommendations

Punjab government made history: gave 54,422 government and 4.5 Lakh private jobs without recommendations

National Times Bureau :- The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has been doing very good work in providing employment since 16 March 2022. The government has fulfilled its promise by creating more than 4.6 lakh new job opportunities. This includes government jobs and work found in new companies. This is a big success because unemployment was a big problem before. The government’s focus is on giving jobs based on ability, not recommendations. This has brought hope to lakhs of families. The “Ghar Ghar Rozgar Te Karobar Mission” has been most important in this big change. In this…
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Air Pollution Hits Hazardous Levels in Punjab, Five Major Cities Record AQI Above 200; Orange Alert Issued

Air Pollution Hits Hazardous Levels in Punjab, Five Major Cities Record AQI Above 200; Orange Alert Issued

National Times Bureau :- Despite a slight dip in temperatures, air quality across Punjab has deteriorated sharply, raising serious public health concerns. According to the latest report from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), five major cities in the state have recorded Air Quality Index (AQI) levels above 200, crossing into hazardous territory. In response, authorities have issued an Orange Alert. City-wise Air Quality Status (as of Wednesday 4 PM): Mandi Gobindgarh: AQI 293 (Very Poor) Ludhiana: AQI 278 (Very Poor) Jalandhar: AQI 268 (Very Poor) Khanna: AQI 239 (Very Poor) Amritsar: AQI 238 (Poor) Among these, Mandi Gobindgarh emerged…
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Mohali Police Bust High-Profile Extortion Racket; Chandigarh Club Executive Arrested

Mohali Police Bust High-Profile Extortion Racket; Chandigarh Club Executive Arrested

National Times Bureau :- Mohali Police have uncovered a high-profile extortion and blackmail racket, arresting Chandigarh Club’s executive member, Vikas Bector. The accused has been charged with threatening a lawyer with firearms and attempting to extort money through intimidation. Bector has been taken on police remand for questioning. Complaint by Lawyer Triggers Action The investigation followed a complaint lodged at Mullampur Police Station by city-based lawyer Gaurav Dheer. According to the complaint, Vikas Bector and his associates repeatedly threatened the lawyer and attempted to coerce money from him using arms. FIR Registered Under BNS Sections Acting on the complaint, the…
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Union Minister Hardeep Puri Presents Sacred ‘Jore Sahib’ to DSGMC; PM Urges Devotees to Visit for Darshan

Union Minister Hardeep Puri Presents Sacred ‘Jore Sahib’ to DSGMC; PM Urges Devotees to Visit for Darshan

National Times Bureau :- Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Wednesday handed over the custody of the holy “Jore Sahib”, the footwear of tenth Guru, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur, to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) at Gurdwara Moti Bagh in the national capital. The “Jore Sahib” will embark on a 10-day yatra for Patna, to be preserved and displayed at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, the birthplace of the guru. Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged the people to visit Gurdwara Moti Bagh and have darshan of the sacred relics…
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Tarn Taran: Doctor’s Car Destroyed in Firecracker Blaze on Diwali, Loss Estimated at Rs 18 Lakh

Tarn Taran: Doctor’s Car Destroyed in Firecracker Blaze on Diwali, Loss Estimated at Rs 18 Lakh

National Times Bureau :- A serious incident occurred on Diwali night in Guru Nanak Colony, Patti, when a doctor’s car caught fire due to stray firecrackers and was completely destroyed. The vehicle is estimated to have been worth around Rs 18 lakh. Dr. Arvinderjit Singh stated that the fire broke out around midnight while fireworks were being set off in the surrounding area. Several crackers fell on his parked car, causing it to ignite. Local residents rushed to help, but the fire quickly engulfed the vehicle. Dr. Singh and neighbors have appealed to the Punjab government for prompt compensation, emphasizing…
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Several People Fall Ill During CM Siddaramaiah’s Event in Dakshina Kannada

Several People Fall Ill During CM Siddaramaiah’s Event in Dakshina Kannada

National Times Bureau :- Around ten people fell ill during a large public event attended by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in Puttur on Monday. The programme was called ‘Ashoka Janama 2025’. Police said the people became sick because they did not get food and water on time, which led to dehydration and low blood sugar. Three women were given IV fluids, while the others received treatment and were discharged from the hospital. A Congress worker said that nearly 40,000 to 50,000 people had gathered at the venue. Because of the large crowd, there was a delay in providing food and…
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Governor Kataria Applauds Udaipur’s Festive Decorations; Chief Ministers in MP and Rajasthan Offer Prayers on Diwali

Governor Kataria Applauds Udaipur’s Festive Decorations; Chief Ministers in MP and Rajasthan Offer Prayers on Diwali

National Times Bureau :- Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria visited the markets of Udaipur on the occasion of Diwali and interacted with local residents. Impressed by the festive ambience, he praised the people for beautifully decorating the city and said the effort reflects the cultural warmth of Udaipur as well as its welcoming spirit for tourists. He also conveyed his Diwali greetings to the citizens. This year, the city’s celebrations included thematic decorations based on significant religious and cultural symbols, among which a depiction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple of Ayodhya became a major attraction for visitors. In Madhya…
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